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Specialties:
Big Animals (Whale sharks), Drift Diving, Wreck
Diving, and Live-aboard Diving.
The Maldives consist of 1,100 coral
islands and tolls located in the Indian Ocean off the Southern
coast of India. The Maldives are built on the peaks of
ancient volcanoes and protected from the open ocean by barrier
reefs. Diving is such a priority in the Maldives that the
independent Republic of Maldives was founded expressly for
diving purposes. At least three-quarters of the world's reef
fish can be found in these waters, often just off the shore
from beachside resorts. The Maldives are also known for
abundant whale sharks. A famous wreck dive, the Maldive
Victory was a huge cargo ship whose prop at 100 feet is
a photographer's favorite. Drift diving is also popular along
the atoll express. Live-aboard boats are recommended to see
these beautiful remote islands.
Best
Diving Months: November through February.
Water
Temperature: Water temperatures average 85°F.
Underwater Visibility:
Visibility varies greatly with the season and the rainfall
between 30 to 100 feet.
Airport
Info: International Airport on
Hulhule Island in the Maldives
Documents and Customs Regulations: A passport is
required. All travelers should have a round-trip or onward
ticket.
Language: The language of the Maldives is called Divehi.
Climate:
Tropical temperatures average 80-95°F year-round and the
Maldives are affected by seasonal monsoons. The coolest
temperatures are June through August. March through May is
the northwest monsoon season and May through October is the
southeast monsoon season.
Government: A republic.
Electrical Current: 220 volts and not compatible with
American appliances. A converter is necessary.
Current Weather:
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Currency:
the Maldivian
Rufiyaa (MVR).
Get
current exchange rate from XE.com
Current Time:
The Maldives
(GMT+5).Get
current time from WorldTimeServer.com
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