Should I bring my own snorkel gear to Maldives?


Should I bring my own snorkel gear to Maldives? Snorkelling around the islands of the Maldives is a generally pleasant experience. However, there are tips and guidelines you should remember when you snorkel: You can rent snorkelling gear at Club Med Maldives. Alternatively, if you plan to be in the water a lot, you can bring your own gear.


Why are full face snorkels not allowed?

CO2 can build up with these devices and put you in a very dangerous situation. There have been deaths, and many near death experiences. Can you breathe underwater with a full face snorkel mask? No, you can't breathe underwater with any snorkel.


Which month is expensive in Maldives?

Prices are higher during the dry season (December to April) and lower during the off-peak season (May to November). It is generally cheaper to fly to the Maldives from nearby countries such as India or Sri Lanka rather than from farther away locations such as Europe or the United States.


Should I take cash to Maldives?

The US Dollar is accepted as legal tender throughout the Maldives. Should you arrive with no USD$ then other major international currencies can be exchanged at the Bank of Maldives Foreign Exchange counter located in the arrival hall.


Do I need to take beach towels to Maldives?

Do I need to take beach towels to Maldives? Generally speaking no since your hotel should be able to provide you with them.


Is it safe to snorkel in Maldives with sharks?

Shark attacks are non existent in the Maldives.
You will see many sharks, but they won't be interested in you and for the most part, are completely harmless.


Can you swim with reef sharks in the Maldives?

SWIM WITH REEF SHARKS
Snorkel with some of the ocean's sleekest predators - white tip and blacktip reef sharks, on reefs just a 15-minute boat ride from the resort. Reef sharks are harmless to humans, but their long agile bodies and lightning-quick reflexes make them a feared predator to smaller fish.


Which beach in Maldives is best for snorkeling?

If North Male, South Male, Ari and Lhaviyani are Maldives' most visited atolls, plenty of other options are scattered throughout the Maldives chain. Filitheyo in the Faafu Atoll, as well as Kihavah Huravalhi and Mudhdhoo in Baa Atoll, are considered to be among Maldive's greatest resorts for snorkeling.


Can you snorkel off the beach in the Maldives?

You can enjoy snorkelling everywhere in the Maldives as well as diving, but not always directly from the beach of your hotel. Sometimes, you will be offered a snorkeling trip by boat to get to the nearest reef.


Which month is best for snorkeling in Maldives?

Honestly, Maldives is a year-round snorkeling destination, but still, the northeast monsoon corresponding to the dry season between December to April is the best time for snorkeling in Maldives.


Should I take my own snorkel to Maldives?

Many people ask this question when going to the Maldives, but the recommendation of seasoned snorkellers is to buy your own and take it with you. All resort islands in the Maldives have dive centres that hire out snorkelling equipment, however costs soon mount up as the Maldives are an expensive destination.


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