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If you are planning a trip to the tropical paradise of the Maldives, it is natural to wonder about what lies beneath those crystal-clear turquoise waters. One of the most common questions travelers ask is: Do the Maldives have sharks? The short answer is: Yes, absolutely. But before you cancel your snorkeling tour, there is some important context you should know about these incredible...
If you are planning a trip to the Maldives, "swimming with sharks" is likely at the top of your bucket list—or your list of fears. The sight of a dorsal fin slicing through turquoise water is iconic, but is it actually safe for the average snorkeler? The short answer is yes, it is remarkably safe. The Maldives is home to some of the most docile shark species in the world. However, "safe"...
If you’re planning a trip to the stunning island of Fuvahmulah in the Maldives, you’re likely looking forward to its world-class shark diving and unique "one-island-atoll" geography. However, because Fuvahmulah is a local inhabited island and not a private resort, there are specific laws regarding alcohol that every traveler should know before they arrive. The...
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...
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...