learn to dive, all resort islands have schools run by fully qualified
instructors, while some offer training up to professional diver level.
The warm lagoon has coral gardens, turtles, shells, crustaceans
and schools of brilliantly coloured fish.
Trips in dhonis visit some of the best fishing grounds in the world.
Night fishing expeditions for snapper and barracuda or dawn
excursions seeking tuna, dolphin, fish and rainbow runners are
excellent. Other pursuits include cruising from atoll to atoll in boats
with bunk beds or private cabins, yachting with professional crews,
waterskiing, windsurfing, parasailing, and beach volleyball.
Shopping
Malé is the best place in the Maldives for shopping, and has
minimum duty on most items. Best buys include reed mats and
lacquered wooden boxes, woven sarongs called 'felis' in wide
black and white stripes, Chinese ceramics, electronic items and
souvenirs such as coral rings and sea shells.
Climate
It is warm and tropical throughout the year with a cooling sea
breeze. The average daily temperature is between 25°C and 32°C.
What to wear
Light, informal cotton and linen clothing is recommended. Most
resorts do not enforce any dress regulations. In Malé visitors must
wear appropriate attire and cover up.
Currency
The currency is Maldivian Rufiyaa. Credit cards are accepted
at resorts, as well as with travellers cheques and tipping is not
discouraged.
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