Tourism in the Maldives

Resorts, guesthouses, sandbanks, easy water fun, and island tips.



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Experience What it’s like Good for
Resorts vs Guesthouses Private-island resorts (all-in) or local-island guesthouses (culture + value). Families, couples, first-timers
Overwater Bungalows Sleep above the lagoon; steps into the water at sunrise. Honeymoons, photos
Sandbanks Tiny sand islands for picnics and drone shots. Photos, chill time
Water Activities Snorkel from shore, kayak calm lagoons, paddleboard at sunset. Everyone
Wildlife Tours Manta or whale-shark trips with eco rules. Snorkelers, divers
Spas & Wellness Ocean-view massages and coconut scrubs. Relax mode
Dining From buffet to fine dining; lots of seafood and island flavors. Foodies
Liveaboards Sleep on a boat; new reefs every day. Divers, adventurers
Safety & Etiquette Reef-safe sunscreen, don’t touch corals, respect local rules. Everyone

Photo gallery

Overwater villas at sunrise.
Speedboat transfer across the atoll.
Tiny sandbank = perfect picnic.
Calm lagoon for easy snorkeling.

FAQ

Sunshine year-round. Monsoons change wind/rain; each atoll can feel different in the same month—check your dates.

Reef-safe sunscreen, rash guard, light clothes, a modest cover-up for local islands, and a dry bag/power bank for boat days.

USD and cards are common in resorts; carry small cash on local islands for cafés and small shops.

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