Maldives Scuba Diving

Jun 15 2011

Famous Dive Sites

Lankan Manta Point is one of the Maldives famous dive sites, known particularly for sightings of manta rays. The key with visiting Lankan Manta Point is to go at the right time of year. Lion’s Head, named after the lion-shaped coral formations here, is considered one of the most beautiful Maldives diving travel sites in the Maldives and is a common playing ground for many different reef-dwelling types of marine life, including rainbow fusiliers and napoleon wrasse. It’s also one of the few places where you can expect to see mobula rays. Check out this fascinating underwater clip shot at the Lankan Manta Point in the Maldives. The divers were plunged amidst a large group of manta rays, peacefully gliding through the water.

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Apr 13 2011

Holidays in the Maldives

What better backdrop for a lazy fishing trip than the beautiful Maldivian scenery? There are numerous places to go fishing on your holidays in the Maldives; you will find many an isolated lagoon with crystal clear waters and plenty of fish. Or you can journey out into the open seas to try your luck; there is no shortage of water and exotic marine life on your holiday to Maldives. Snorkelling is also a popular pastime, as it is not as taxing as scuba diving, yet it can offer similar thrills. One may not have the same underwater freedom and range as with scuba diving, however you will find much of the marine life attractions simmering right below the surface, as well as in the nether regions. When snorkelling with whale sharks, a known whale shark habitat will be sourced by your experienced dive master. Once the whale shark is spotted near the surface, you simply dive straight in, floating in and around these astounding creatures. It is important not to aggravate them, even though they are not dangerous; better safe than sorry!

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Mar 15 2011

Grey Reef Sharks

Grey reef sharks in the Maldives are found living around the coral reefs and are most active at night when they are hunting. If you’re interested in scuba diving with sharks in Maldives, you’re most likely to encounter grey reef sharks under water. There are several types of reef sharks Maldives, the most common of which is probably the grey reef sharks. A reef sharks diet consists generally of smaller fish and they are savvy hunters, although there is no evidence confirming the question, are grey sharks dangerous to scuba divers. Grey reef sharks can reach lengths of about 6 feet long and usually have a grey back with a white belly.

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Mar 10 2011

Whale Sharks

The Maldives marine creatures is as expected one of the major attractions of this island country for many visitors, in particular those wishing to engage in some diving or other underwater pastime. Among the most impressive Maldives oceanic life are the Maldives manta rays and the whale sharks Maldives. There are also hundreds, if not thousands of Maldives fish species which range from the colourful parrotfish to the hideous moray eel. You can obtain guides to the numerous types of fish found in the Maldives on all kinds of websites, in addition to the Maldives Dive Travel website, which includes photos and images of the countless types of fish in the Maldives as well as tips on finding manta ray Maldives and practical hints like when is the prime time to catch a glimpse of whale sharks in the Maldives.

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Feb 28 2011

Whale Shark Maldives

The whale shark maldives might get scared and swim away quickly, which can lead to injuries caused by their powerful fins and tails. No matter how tempting it might be to touch these gentle, curious creatures, scuba divers maldives should never forget that a reef is no petting zoo. Where does a whale shark live? The whale shark habitat is made up of all the warm and temperate oceans. Because whale shark diets consist mainly of plankton, most habitats are found around areas of high plankton-density. Whale sharks are mainly diurnal creatures and it is unlikely that you will ever see a whale shark at night.

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Feb 19 2011

Maldives Vacation Packages

For scuba diving maldives vacation packages, the best time of year to visit is in November or in April. This time of year signifies the transition between the two monsoon seasons in the Maldives, and as a consequence guarantees the best visibility conditions under water.
We offer numerous vacation packages for Maldives, specifically tailored for scuba divers and diving vacations Maldives. The cost of Maldives vacations scuba diving can range drastically depending on time of year, dive sites, travel etc. The average cost for one dive is around 50$, excluding the price of travel. When diving several times a day at distant vacation dive sites in Maldives, the costs can add up to astronomical amounts! Fear not, there are plenty of cheap Maldives vacation packages on offer, providing you with a fully catered Maldives scuba diving vacation option. Prices for a Maldives liveaboard scuba diving vacation package including costs for accommodation, meals, travel, equipment, instructors and several dives a day, range between a mere 180$ – 220$ per person, per day. Also keep an eye out for last minute Maldives vacation offers, as well as last minute scuba diving vacation deals. A truly unforgettable experience, don’t let opportunity pass you by! For more information feel free to check out our cheap Maldives vacations packages.

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Feb 17 2011

Buy Manta Ray

What Eats a Manta Ray? The various species of shark in the world are predators of the manta ray and unfortunately, also are humans. The manta ray is now protected in the Maldives, which stops people from being able to buy manta ray meat at the market and this is helping to increase chance of manta ray survival in the future. The manta ray lives in warm, tropical waters particularly in the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans. While the manta ray is known to swim quite deep, they are most commonly spotted scuba diving maldives in shallow waters, close to coral reefs, where they feed on plankton.

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Jan 31 2011

Maldives Weather in June

The June weather in the Maldives is deep into the rainy season, brought about due to the southwest summer monsoon. Consequently, the weather update for Maldives shows increased rainfall and strong winds during the month of June.
Maldives dive weather show an average temperature of 28 degrees Celsius, with the water temperature in Maldives at 29 degrees.
Frequent strong winds can dominate the Maldives during this period, with the average rainfall at 172 mm.
The average number of rainy days in June is 16, which shows why even during the rainy season in the Maldives, the June Maldives weather forecast can still appeal to tourists. And not just tourists from Europe – the Maldives attracts visitors from all around the globe.
Below you can see some visual data depicting the average weather conditions in Maldives for June; Feel free to check out the Maldives weather live forecast or a detailed breakdown by month!

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Jan 13 2011

Last Minute Diving Holidays Maldives on Blackpearl Liveaboard

Amazing Last Minute Diving Holidays Deal on Black Pearl Maldives: 35% off upcoming ‘Dive with the Big Five Cruise’

From 31 January to 7 February 2011 guests enjoy a whopping 35-percent discount on standard rates on Black Pearl, a recently built ship known for its hand-crafted wooden design and friendly, experienced staff. Since one of the boat’s two charming owners is always on the ship and leads the dives, you can rely on excellent service above and below water.

Black Pearl Maldives Liveaboard Last Minute Diving Holidays Maldives on Blackpearl Liveaboard

Great Last Minute Diving Holiday Special January 31 – February 7 2011

Whale shark, manta ray, grey reef shark, stingray and turtle – those are the Maldivian Big Five, as we like to call them. On the ‘Dive with the Big Five Cruise’ you can make the most of the great visibility at this time of the year. ‘Big Five’ is a term normally associated with African game safaris, but it’s just as fitting for the giants of the Indian Ocean, which are frequently spotted in the Maldives.

The winter months are show time for these fascinating creatures, offering high chances of coming across all five of them during a week’s safari.

From just US$132 per day, you can now embark on a journey of a lifetime aboard the beautiful Black Pearl.

Safari Details

Ship: Black Pearl

Cruise dates: 31 January – 7 February 2011

Special rate: US$ 924 + 3,5% Government Service Tax per person, no further dues on board. Full board, 17 dives (1 night dive) and a whole host of other services are included in the price.

Accommodation: spacious air-conditioned rooms (double or twin), en-suite bathroom and shower.

Click to see all details for this last minute package.

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