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If you’re planning a trip to the sun-drenched atolls of the Maldives, your mind is likely filled with images of overwater bungalows and turquoise lagoons. However, a common question often pops up for first-time visitors: Are there man-eating sharks in the Maldives? The short answer is: No. There has never been a recorded fatal shark attack in the Maldives. While the Maldives is home...
The Maldives, a breathtaking archipelago of over 1,100 islands, is often called the "canary in the coal mine" for climate change. Because 80% of its land sits less than 1 meter above sea level, the question of its survival is not just academic—it is an existential race against time. Current scientific projections from 2026 suggest that while the islands won't "vanish" overnight,...
If you’ve ever scrolled through social media and seen a Hollywood star or a Bollywood icon lounging in a hammock over neon-blue water, chances are they were in the Maldives. This archipelago of over 1,000 islands has become the definitive playground for the rich and famous, offering a level of privacy and "barefoot luxury" that is hard to find anywhere else on Earth. But with hundreds of...
If you are planning a trip to the Maldives, the short answer is yes—you are almost guaranteed to see sharks. The Maldives is one of the world's premier shark sanctuaries. Since a nationwide ban on shark fishing was implemented in 2010, the population has thrived. Whether you are a nervous snorkeler watching from the beach or a seasoned diver seeking big pelagics, here is everything...
For many divers and snorkelers, coming face-to-face with a Grey Nurse Shark (Carcharias taurus) is a bucket-list experience. With their rows of protruding, needle-like teeth and bulky frames, they certainly look like the villains of a Hollywood thriller. But does their fearsome appearance match their temperament? If you’re wondering whether it’s safe to jump in the water with...