Top Family Activities to do in the Maldives

Simply Maldives’s experts have visited over 100 islands in the Maldives, here you can browse through our expert’s favourite most activity’s to do in the Maldives.

1. Snorkelling and Diving
The Maldives is home to some of the most amazing Coral reefs in the world and these can be seen with the popular activities, Snorkelling, and Diving. While doing this activity you will come across a wide variety of marine life including turtles, colourful fish, and sharks. The Maldives offers snorkeling and diving for all levels of swimmers from beginner to advance and offers secluded locations with perfect visibility to offer the best experience for everyone.
Some of the top to see these amazing creatures are:

Manta point – Lankanfinolhu Island
This reef is perfect for snorkelers who are seeking a new strange underwater adventure, along with the chance to swim with huge Manta Rays. If you are calm and courageous enough you will have a chance to swim with the beautiful Manta Ray and say hello to them. This reef also does offer the chance to see other amazing marine life such as Squirrel fish and sharks but is mainly well known for its Manta Rays.

Haanifaru Bay is where you will most likely see Mantas during the manta season. Family-friendly resorts near this Manta point at Haanifaru Bay include Reethi Beach, Dusit Thani, Vakkaru, Finolhu, Amilla Fushi, Anantara Kihavah, The Nautilus and the Four Seasons at Laanda Giravaaru.

2. Kids clubs

At Simply Maldives kids are important to us and we want them to have the best possible time they can have while on holiday with us, so here are some resorts that offer games and activity’s all in a safe environment for them to enjoy. some resorts that offer amazing kids’ clubs and activities are:

• Emerald Resort & spa
• Ritz Carlton Maldives
• Centara Grand
• Siyam world
• Water sports

3. Dolphin spotting

Dolphin watching in the Maldives is a truly magical experience and as the Maldives is an Island nation across the Indian ocean you are going to come across a diverse array of marine life and that includes several different species of dolphins. These intelligent creatures are found all over the Maldives with the most common species being the spinner dolphins who are well known for their acrobatic displays of spinning and jumping out of the water. Most tours take place on traditional wooden boats called Dhoni, which are equipped with comfortable seating and provide excellent views of the dolphins as they swim and play in the surrounding waters.

4. Water sports

The Maldives is a true paradise for water sports enthusiasts, with its crystal clear waters and year-round warm weather, the Maldives offer a wide range of activities that suits all interests and skill levels.

One of the most popular water sports in the Maldives is scuba diving, as it is home to an abundant array of marine life and vibrant coloured reefs, making it a desirable place for all levels of divers. Other popular sports include kite surfing/ windsurfing and scuba diving and more.

5. culture

The Maldives is an island nation known for its beautiful beaches and clear waters and luxury resorts, but there is so much more to offer with its stunning rich culture that is deeply rooted in its history and tradition.

The Maldives has a vibrant music and dance culture where performances can be seen at various events and festivals, and a deep history with traditional arts and crafts, which include lacework known as thundu kunaa and also delicate hand-woven mats known as kunaa. The Maldives also has a rich history in traditional cuisine that reflects its maritime heritage. Fish and seafood are the main staples in the Maldivian cuisine and they are prepared in many different ways.