White sandy beaches, warm turquoise water, hot sunny days, and swaying palm trees are some of the things that come to mind when thinking of the Maldives. While this would be reason enough to visit this astounding tropical paradise, scuba divers are generally more motivated by what lies beneath the surface than what can be explored above it. However, this area is one of the few rare places where the incredible treasures on land are (almost) equal to those under the sea. The Maldives is a collection of over a thousand islands that lie scattered like pearls in the Indian Ocean and it boasts a marine environment with beauty that rivals the landscape. From big marine life like manta rays and whale sharks to crystal clear visibility, scuba diving in the Maldives is on the bucket list of almost every scuba diver. If it’s not on yours, here are 7 reasons why it should be: 1. Thriving marine environment The Maldives boasts the seventh largest coral reef ecosystem in the world as well as rich mangroves. It covers an area of 21 300km² and constitutes 3.14% of the world’s coral reefs. As such, conservation of these ecosystems is a top priority for the country and there are 42 marine areas that are protected by Maldivian law. Here you can see healthy reefs teeming with life as well as endangered species like green turtles and hawksbill turtles. 2. Manta ray cleaning stations Manta rays are so prolific in this biodiversity haven that you are almost guaranteed to see at least one of these gentle giants. Cleaning stations are sites in the ocean where bigger fish like sharks and mantas go to get their skin, teeth, and gills cleaned by cleaner wrasse, parasitic copepods and other crustaceans. There are many of these
White sandy beaches, warm turquoise water, hot sunny days, and swaying palm trees are some of the things that come to mind when thinking of the Maldives. While this would be reason enough to visit this astounding tropical paradise, scuba divers are generally more motivated by what lies beneath the surface than what can be
We know everything is better, wetter, and safer with a buddy. But it’s not just our dive buddies that benefit from having us around, our scuba diving skills make us great partners on land too. To celebrate Dive Buddy Day (better known as Valentine’s Day), we’re spreading the word about why scuba divers make excellent partners. Not only can we drop weight fast, but wearing a rubber suit is not just okay, it’s routinely allowed! Besides these jokes we’ve no doubt heard on a boat before, here are the top six reasons why you’re better off dating a diver. 1. We're great at communication You don’t have to worry about us not getting the hint that you’re ready to leave a party, just one glance and we know exactly what you mean! With so much experience communicating only with our eyes, hands, and muffled grunts, we’re practically telepathic. With us, you’ll have the best time without even saying a word. 2. We’re not easily grossed out ...by anything. Not even funky smells. It’s no secret that scuba diving isn’t exactly the most glamorous sport. From surfacing from a dive with something trailing out of your mask to booties filled with mysterious post-dive warm liquid, we’ve seen it all. And oddly enough, we’re cool with that. When you date a diver, you can feel 100% comfortable with just being yourself. 3. We take you on some pretty amazing holidays Who would say no to lazing in the sun while sipping on Pina Coladas? Most diving holidays are in exotic destinations near the beach, so we’ll never argue about where to go. We’re even willing to arrange extra luxuries or activities to keep you happy so that we can go diving. 4. We’re very organized No diver likes to be late or
We know everything is better, wetter, and safer with a buddy. But it’s not just our dive buddies that benefit from having us around, our scuba diving skills make us great partners on land too. To celebrate Dive Buddy Day (better known as Valentine’s Day), we’re spreading the word about why scuba divers make excellent
