In the Maldives, cruising vessels differ in their designs, size and even the services provided varies. Some are quite modest yatch-dhonis (local boats) tailored to the cruising needs. Others may have several cabins and provide deluxe services.
The live-aboard provide several activities including diving, surfing, snorkeling, fishing and excursions to both uninhabited and inhabited islands and fishing trips. It can be very entertaining in a live-aboard cruise. You have the chance of visiting several islands and discovering the local way of life. You also get a chance of a lifetime to dive in many dive sites that are famous throughout the world for their perfect beauty.
Most of the Vacations packages offer surfing, snorkeling, fishing and cruising. The crew is familiar with the local waters and expert hands steer you through the stunning reefs and channels of the Maldives. The scene of the sparkling sea is a spectacular scene.
Rarely, you might see a school of dolphins dancing rhythmically. By night you can unwind on the deck gazing at the millions of the stars above you.
Dolphin Watching Cruise: Swimming with dolphins may be a dream of many. Holidays in Maldives offer you cruises particularly designed for watching dolphins. Maldives’ waters are rich with several types of dolphins. You can see them rhythmically dancing and playing with each other. Some resorts holidays packages are planned to offer such special dolphin watching cruises to specific locations.
Fishing Holidays: Whether you are a enthusiastic fishermen or a first-timer, fishing in the Maldives waters can be an adventure of a lifetime. The Maldivian seas are turquoise blue and deep, the fish numerous and different. Sailfish, huge tuna, barracuda and jackfish are common games.
Usually Maldivian’s, as experts of the sea, used small ‘dhonis’ and trawled outside the atoll enclosure reef for big games such as sailfish, swordfish, marlin, barracuda, yellow-fin tuna and other games. Now visitors can enjoy the excitement of fishing in the Maldives in a live-aboard .
Almost all the Vacations provide you the chance to experience night fishing using the traditional local style fishing line and weights. Some also specialize in different types of fishing cruises. It is wise to bring your rod and lures for this type of fishing. Morning fishing or big game fishing involves trolling, generally outside the atoll along the reef. Fishing fans may prefer to bring their own equipment if you desire to experience the excitement during your visit.
The techniques of fishing vary depending on the type of fish that you want to catch and the time of the day that you decide. The most well-liked fishing with guests is night fishing for groupers, snappers, emperors, jacks, squirrel fish, barracuda and other reef fish. Perhaps the captain’s experience will be useful if you are stuck to select which one you want fish. With its stunning collection of Maldives Resorts you can have an exciting experience in fishing on the rich waters of Maldives.