The Maldives
is blessed with about 5% of the global reef area, and 250 species of coral,
teeming with over 1000 species of fish. Nearly half
those who visit the Maldives snorkel or dive and experience the colorful
world beneath the surface. While some
dedicate their holiday entirely to experience the magic underwater, others
take a more leisurely approach. A dive center
is an essential component of any resort and there are more than one dive centers
in most of the guesthouse islands. Liveaboards
carry their own dive gear if the tour is dedicated to diving and all
liveaboards without exception would carry a collection of snorkeling
equipment.
For a
leisurely snorkel you can just wade from the beach to the house reef on most
islands. Resorts and
guesthouses also organize their very own snorkeling excursions. If you intend
to dive, just visit the dive school on the island as soon as you arrive. The dive
guides would work out a schedule for you to suit your requirement. Dive schools
offer dive courses leading to certification from beginner level to advanced
and dive courses are conducted in many languages.
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