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Maldives is well known for an idyllic island getaway destination and is continuing to grow its popularity. We know there are many reasons why we should travel to the Maldives, individual traveller has his own list of wishes and priorities. Here are some of few good reasons to travel to the Maldives.

1. The Maldives Beaches
Travel to Maldives will offer you the best possibility to experience some of the most stunning beaches of the world. The Maldives comprises of 1190 islands, each surrounded by perfect white sandy beaches, swaying palm trees and magnificent turquoise blue sea. All travel in the Maldives is accomplished either by boat or plane, both mode of transportation will offer you the luxury of engaging in the amazing beach views. When you’re not dazzling about the islands, unwind these stunning Maldivian beaches or enjoy the view of the Maldives beaches either from your hotel room, swimming pool or scuba diving liveaboard.

2. The Maldives Scuba dive travel
Maldives scuba dive travel is widely considered to be some of the best dive travel in the world. The Maldives is renown for scuba diving destination over years therefore, we find all dive crews and boat captains to be extremely experienced and knowledgeable about Maldives scuba dive travel and Maldives Weather. There are many Maldives travel books and Maldives travel websites that will offer us a good idea of what to expect from your Maldives scuba dive travel experience before you leave home and that will help you find the best deals and learn about the best time to visit Maldives. Just to give you a quick overview of what to expect from Maldives scuba dive travel, here are a few hints. The best Maldives scuba dive travel experiences, and one of the main reasons divers travel to Maldives is the liveaboard diving concept. A Maldives liveaboard trip means divers living aboard a cruising yacht for any length of stays (usually 1 – 2 weeks) and performing couple of dives a day from the liveaboards. When you’re not diving, you can be entertained by other aspects of Maldives travel, sunbathing, going to the beach, island hopping, fishing, snorkelling and generally chilling out. Maldives liveaboards come in a range of styles; There are Maldives liveaboards for all budget and personal preference, your choice of scuba diving liveaboard will be waiting here in the Maldives for you. Do you want to dive with Whale Sharks and Manta Rays in the Maldives? Certainly! yes. There are possibilities to simply dive or snorkel from a dive centre of a resorts of the Maldives if that is the right choice for you. Whatever you choose to discover the underwater world of the Maldives, one thing is likely that you won’t be let down! A quick glance in any Maldives travel books will tell you that the Maldives is home to an awesome collection of marine life, including varieties of sharks, turtles, ray species, eel, wrasse and tuna. The list is limitless. However,  the real celebrities of the Maldives scuba dive travel world are the whale sharks and the manta rays – are certainly the country’s biggest aquatic attractions.

3. Aerial Views from Maldives Air Travel
Perhaps the most amusing feature of travel to the Maldives is the spectacular views while travelling from the airport to your hotel by boat, cruising your Maldives liveaboard or maybe the aerial views from the sky of Maldives air travel services if you anticipate to travel by air. While researching your Maldives holiday on any Maldives travel blog, definitely you will find many aerial photos of the islands, taken during Maldives air travel, which are simply awesome holiday memories. Aerial views of the islands give an impression on how remote destinations are from each of the islands and how the color of the ocean contrasts perfectly with that of the land. the scene really is the quintessential image of the tropical landscape. Many stunning aerial video shots of the islands of the Maldives while approaching the Maldives are also found in the youtube.

4. Visiting secluded Islands of the Maldives
Going back to the idea of the quintessential island image is the lucky chance to visit some of the desert islands of the Maldives. Many of the islands are completely uninhabited, or perhaps inhabited only by very small villages of people, who are only to happy to show you around their pristine island and introduce you to their way of life. Villagers will treat you to dances, feasts and other shows of their individual culture and visits to these islands are a very common part of Maldives cruise travel.

5. Magnificent Maldives Marine Life
Maldives Marine Life is exactly what one would expect from a world-class diving destination, the marine life in the Maldives is always natural and are expected to see vibrant colored coral formations, shoals of reef-dwelling fish, large pelagic species such as the whale shark. The Maldives is one of the few places in the world where you can expect to peek a whale shark throughout the year, which means that travel to Maldives is possible 365 days a year. When it comes to planning travel in Maldives or to visit Maldives, there are thousands of resources to help you make the best decisions. Online you will find a selection of Maldives travel agents all offering a wide variety of travel deals to Maldives. It can be difficult finding the best travel agent to book a holiday to Maldives. Perhaps, the best tripadvisor is to ask around via social media, check out blogs on Maldives travel guides or ask fellow travellers of their own experiences and opinions. We believe one of the most challenging part is to consider the price of your Maldives dive safari, which can vary depending on the type of diving cruise ship you wish to embark. Together with the resorts of the Maldives and the liveaboard charters in the Maldives, there is an extensive range of accommodation available. One can expect to pay average daily rates from USD $150 to USD $300 or above per person per night, plus the cost of your flights. The price will noramlly include all scuba diving, meals and accommodation, alcoholic drinks can be purchased from the onboard bar. If you’re looking for a resort stays in the Maldives, the prices vary enormously – it would be unfair to put a price, but you can definitely find everything from mid-range hotels to ultimate luxury resorts in the Maldives. There are also many packages available, but then again these vary widely in terms of price.

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MALDIVES DIVING DEALS – MALE’ ARI ATOLL ROUTE
Rate: US$185 per person per night.
Start : 4 March 2012
End: 11 March 2012
Duration: 7 nights

MALDIVES DIVING DEALS – MALE’ ARI ATOLL ROUTE
Rate: US$185 per person per night.
Start : 8 April 2012
End: 18 April 2012
Duration: 10 nights

Diving Package includes:
•    Sharing accommodation on Maavahi
•    Daily Diving 2-3 Dives per day + 2 night Dives during the trips
•    Transfers to Diving spots by Diving Dhoni [Equipped with Compressor, Tanks & Weights]
•    Dingy transfers.
•    Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
•    Bottle of water per person per day.
•    Services of Dive guide [Dive Master or Instructor]
•    Excursions to local islands.
•    Complimentary Tea/Coffee.
•    Airport Assistance Service – Arrival / Departure.
•    Return Transfer – Airport/Maavahi/Airport.
•    Use of fishing gear.

Facilities & recreational activities (Trip duration & weather conditions apply)
Diving, Snorkeling, Night fishing, Barbecue on desert island or a Sandbank, Guided visits to Local Islands, Guided Capital Male’ Tour.

Terms & Conditions applicable to the above deals:
Facilities & recreational activities (Trip duration & weather conditions will apply) – Diving, Snorkeling, Night fishing, Barbecue on desert island or a Sandbank, Guided visits to Local Islands, Guided Capital Male’ Tour.
All the above rates are subjected to 6%T-GST & Bed Tax of US$ 8 per person per night.

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Hariyana One Safari Boat is a popular vessel with surf operators. Some surf travel agencies used Hariyana One Safari boat for promotional trips in the past such as All Girl Trips. The boat caters for up to 14 guest. The captain and the crew of Hariyana One are well experienced for handling surfing charters, diving charters or fishing charters in Maldives. Now the boat is open for bookings all season from April – November for surfing which gives you plenty of time to plan a trip with your friends and family if not both on board this amazing safari boat. The boat is also open to singles or couples who are looking to join a group of people. The boat is available to charter or book during surf season between May to October.

Hariyana One boat sleeps 14 people easily and requires a minimum number of 8 people to guarantee a charter. A separate dive dhoni is fully equipped with diving equipments for dive charters, fishing rods, snorkeling gears and there is a rack specially made to hold surfboards. The boat has its very own dinghy to transport you to the surf breaks from Hariayana One. And a transport Dhoni is also available (larger transportation boat) The Dhoni allows you to leave your vessel for the day and just simply leaving extra surfboards, sunscreen, snorkel gear etc on the dhoni to use during the days activities.

Technical information about the boat Hariyana One: Size: 26 meters long /8 meters wide, engine: Daewoo 360 hp (replaced in 2009), generators: 2x Kohler, crew: 5 persons plus captain.

Facilities On Board Hariyana One: TV&DVD, CD player, Bar facility, Books, Sun deck with sun chairs and mats, Dinghy, 5 of the cabins with double bed down and bunk bed up, 2 cabins with bunk beds. All of them are AC, fan and have private shower and toilets.

Safety Equipment: CB Radio, GPS, Echo sounder, Radio set, Life Jackets, Oxygen, Emergency first aid kid,

Our package price includes: Airport pick-up and drop service, 3 meals a day, coffee, tea, drinking water (1 bottle per day), use of all onboard equipment and facilities including dingy. And bed tax is also included in the price.

Hariyana One is also available for the these recreational events: Maldives Diving Charters, Maldives Fishing Charters, Maldives Surfing Charters, Maldives Cruising Charters. All trips and charters are extremely popular each year so we recommend it is necessary to book it well in advance. Request a quote now for your upcoming visit Maldives.

If your idea of surfing is uncrowded seas, Maldives is the place for you to surf. Surfing was introduced to the Maldives in the late 70s. In 1973 Tony Hinde an Australian surfer took a break from surfing in Sri Lanka and together with a friend set sail for the Africa. He was never to reach his destination. His ship seriously off course, was shipwrecked on the shore breaks of Male’. Tony discovered the thrill of surfing in the Maldives reef. He changed his name to Tony Hussein Hinde, married a local lady, opened his own surf agency and decided to stay for good. In the past locals did wave riding using wooden logs, wooden boards, etc in the islands of the Maldives.

We offer surfing cruises, giving the opportunity to try out some of the recently discovered surfs in the central atolls of the maldives further away from Male’ atoll. The recognized surf season in the Maldives is the Southwest Monsoon, from May to October.

The Maldives in recent years has attracted professional surfers. Maldives has hosted international surfing competitions and fund raising events branding the country as a world surfing destination as well.

Surfing areas and conditions

If you want to surf in the Maldives, the options are either to book yourself a reservation on a live-aboard surfing vacation on charter cruises (safari boats), in resorts – providing dhoni trips to surf points or stay at one of guest houses in Maldives rent out a local boat to the surf spots.

Cokes, is a very long right hander epic waves with an easy access from the island Thulusdhoo by boat trips and is reputed to be one of the best wave in the Maldives for right hander waves in North Male’ Atoll. There are few local guest houses and B&Bs available now to accommodate in Thulusdhoo Island.  About half a mile away you find the Chickens. Chickens is a regional classic left producing waves from 3 feet up to 10 feet. Sultans is a right hander with barrels totally epic waves. Lhohis’s is just off the reef break of Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi Resort. The average size of reef breakers is 4-5 feet, rising to 8-10 feet during the surf monsoon. Surf monsoon is from late February to mid November, with the best waves coming in during March to May and then again in September till the end of November. Reef breakers are sometimes quite tricky to surf, the water is quite shallow on the surf and the coral beds sharp and protruding. Surfers are advised to bring all their equipment with them, as there are very few good surf equipments available. There are many undiscovered points in the central atolls of the Maldives as well as in Huvadhoo Atolls. Yin Yang in Laamu Atoll was a recent discovery first surfed by Callahan 1996 boat trip with Pat O’Connell and Satoshi Sekino, Yin Yang got epic during Oxbow seaplane trip in June 2004. Yin Yang is a long and typical outside typical reef corner right in a pass. Outside is a mellow wall, often cross shore, with safe rides in deep water. Then, the wave bends in the corner, mush out for a while, then wraps into one of the most critical sections in the Maldives. Inside section can be long and tubular, it can be fairly heavy too on pretty uneven reef, producing potential intimidating barrels on the first bend. Yin Yang Laamu Atoll produces waves up to 12 feet, an excellent spot for experienced surfers and is so uncrowded.

Here are some of popular surf points in the Maldives, Male’ Atoll:

Chickens
Villingilimathi Huraa (Kuda Villingili), Uninhabited island. Eastern reef of North Male’ Atoll.

Cokes
Thulusdhoo, Atoll Capital. Eastern reef of North Male’ Atoll.

Gurus
Male’, the capital. Eastern reef of Male’, Southern tip of North Male’ Atoll.

Honky’s
Thamburudhoo (Uninhabited Island), Eastern Reef of North Male’ Atoll.

Kate’s
Boduhuraa, Uninhabited Island near the Palm Tree Island Resort. Eastern Reef of South Male’ Atoll.

Lohis
Lohifushi Island Resort. Eastern reef of North Male’ Atoll.

Male’ Island Point
Full Moon Beach Resort, Furana Fushi Island, Eastern Reef of North Male’ Atoll.

Natives
Kandooma Resort, Eastern Reef of North Male’ Atoll.

Piddlies / Ninjas
Kanifinolhu Resort. Eastern Reef of North Male’ Atoll.

Quarters
Gulhigaathuhuraa, uninhabited island attached to Palm Tree Island Resort.

Riptides
Guraidhoo, Inhabited Island. Eastern Reef of South Male’ Atoll.

Sultans
Tari Village Resort (Kanu Huraa) . Eastern reef of North Male’ Atoll.

Tomb Stones
Thamburudhoo (Uninhabited Island), Adjacent to ‘Sultans’. Eastern Reef of North Male’ Atoll.

Twin Peaks
Miyaru Faru near the island of Gulhi, inhabited island, Eastern Reef of South Male’ Atoll.

The Maldives is renowned as a premier destination for tranquility, naturally breathtaking underwater realms, picture-perfect vacations. However, being the country made up of  99.9% water, the Maldives is an exceptional destination for water sports already offering scuba diving, surfing & sailing in travel and leisure industry.

What is less promoted in the country is Sports fishing. And now with the Atolls, Indian Ocean surrounding the country teeming up with excellent game fish including Marlin, Wahoo, Tuna and Sailfish; The  Maldives Game Fishing Association(MGFA) will be hosting the Maldives Game Fishing Challenge very first time in the Maldives happening from 9 to 12 November 2011. This event is in association with Dhiraagu.

This is a challenge not to be missed if you are a keen fishermen of the world. With sun drenched days at sea testing your angling skills, making yourself a holiday to wind down after the competition with your family or friends, relax in one of the Maldives resorts, Guest Houses of the Maldives or stay on liveaboards of the Maldives are popular ways to stay in Maldives if you are participating this special event. A magnificent tropical holiday combined with excellent game fishing adventure that will long be remembered.

Entries are now open for teams and individuals. Register now to take part in this exciting new international event!

via www.mgfa.org.mv

The ship was built with nothing but comfort, luxury and details in mind, this is one the favorite destination for many scuba divers visiting Maldives. Theia is stylish, 104-feet cruising yacht launched in 2010 offering all the amenities one would expect from a high-class liveaboards of the Maldives. There are 8 cabins on Theia, providing accommodation for up to 18 guest. Theia liveaboard keeps liveaboard scuba diving cruises each month, for either seven or fourteen nights, during the cruise guest have the opportunity to travel around the atolls of the Maldives, visiting some of the finest dive sites in the world.

Accommodation Cabins:
There are 8 rooms to comfortably accommodate 16 guests, 4 superior and 1 deluxe cabin on the lower deck, 1 superior cabin on the main deck and 2 luxurious executive suites on the upper deck.

All cabins are air-conditioned and have en-suite bathrooms with hot and cold water.

Upper Deck: 2 Sea View Suites, each with 1 double bed
Main Deck: 1 Superior room with double bed
Lower deck: 4 Superior rooms each with 1 double bed and a day bed plus one Deluxe Cabin in the below with one double bed and a day bed.

Features:
The main deck hosting a spacious lounge that accommodates an inviting seating area with a panoramic view and a bar to enjoy a drink. The lounge is equipped with a flat screen TV, video, DVD, PlayStation 3, Wifi, recliners.

Technical Details
Construction Year: 2010
Length: 104 ft.
Width: 30 ft.
Cruising Speed: 12 knots
Nautical Equipment: GPS, Radio, GSM
Water Supply: On board desalination plants
Power: 230V / 50Hz supplied by 2 diesel generators
Dinghy: 40 HP Outboard
Accompanied with a diving boat (Dhoni): 60 ft. dive dhoni with air compressor, fully equipped for scuba diving

Language spoken on Board:
English

Emergency Equipment:
First aid box, medical oxygen, fire extinguishers, life vests

Additional Information:
24/7 loading station for cameras, lamps etc. on main deck.
Power sockets in all rooms
Maximum capacity – Guests: 16, Crew: 11

Theia – Diving
The ship is accompanied by a Dhoni with Enos System, a separate diving vessel, from which all dives are carried out. The dive gear and compressors are kept on the Dhoni for the entire safari, meaning that guest don’t have to carry their gears back and forth in between dives and there is no noise on the mother ship, which makes the dive experience extremely comfortable. A DAN emergency case, GPS and oxygen are also on the Dhoni. 12l Aluminium tanks with DIN/INT valves, weight and belt are included in the package price. Should you wish to rent other diving equipments, please book it in advance.

Important Information for diving guests:
Please remember to bring along with you the dive logbook and diving certificate.
A medical diving fitness check is recommended, but not compulsory.
The first dive is always a check-dive, which is compulsory for all divers.
Dives are guided by an experienced PADI instructor and a dive master.
Experienced divers can dive independently after the check dive.
PADI courses can be held on request (please pre-book)
Diving equipment is kept on the accompanying dive vessel (Dhoni) Oxygen, a DAN emergency case and a mobile phone are available on the Dhoni in case of emergency.
Compressors are stored on the Dhoni, meaning that there is no noise pollution for guests on the liveaboard while bottles are re-filled between dives.
All divers must adhere to the Maldivian diving regulations: no decompression dives, always stay with your dive buddy, never dive deeper than 30m if you are a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent) and never dive deeper than 18m if you are a PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent). The last dive will be offered 24hrs before the end of the cruise.
The use of a diving computer is compulsory.
English is the official language on board.
A 21-day DAN diving insurance policy can be obtained on board for EUR10 per person at the time of publishing.

Route:
Day one is always the arrival and relaxing day. Depending on your arrival, you will have the chance for swimming and snorkeling, the rest of the day is pure relaxation after your flight. The diving schedule will start on the following day and continue until 24h before check out. 16 dives are scheduled for a week of diving. Our aim is to show you the most beautiful dive spots in the Maldives. In order to do this, it is necessary to adapt our routes according to the season, available time and current weather reports. That is why our ships do not follow fixed routes, but rather tailor each safari route to make the best possible dive trip and to give you the maximum number of dives per day. Please trust our experienced crew to choose the right route; every ship’s crew has years of experience in diving in the Maldives and they know how to make the most out of each cruise. At the start of each safari, a rough route will be confirmed, followed by daily briefings on what specific dive sites will be visited. Before each dive, you will be thoroughly briefed and shown a map of the dive site.

Required dive certification:
The minimum requirement is a PADI Open Water Diver certificate or equivalent, which will allow you to dive to a maximum of 18m. This is the depth when a lot of the best dive sites begin to be really interesting, which is why we encourage our guests to obtain a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certificate or equivalent before or during the cruise. This will allow you to dive to a maximum of 30m and fully explore the Maldives’ best dive spots.

Divers who have not dived for a while can do a PADI Scuba Review course to refresh their skills.

The initial check dive does not only serve as an opportunity to check your gear, but also for the dive guides to assess everybody’s abilities. Should the dive guide or a guest feel that extra support is needed, special guided dives can be arranged at an extra cost.

Equipment Rental Prices (subject to change without further notice, payable on board):
BCD & regulator: $24/day, ABC kit (mask, fins and snorkel): $12/day, Diving computer: $8/day, Underwater torch: $8/dive, 15L tank: $15/day, Complete gear set (ABC kit, Computer, BCD & Regulator, Wetsuit): $260/week.

Theia – Onboard Services:
Three meals, one bottle of water per day, unlimited tea and coffee are included in the package price. Internet access (USD 10 per day/person), equipment rental and consumption at the bar are charged extra at the end of the safari. A playstation 3 and a Wifi are on board for entertainment. Use of local Fishing Gear is available on request, Offering Island Visits, Beach BBQ depending on weather, Male’ Visits and Internet services.

Theia – Food & Beverages
The cuisines on board of Theia is a mixture of Asian and European dishes. Served as buffet style or table service. Apart from various fruit juices and soft drinks, chilled beer on draught and an extensive list of international wines and cocktails are available on board. Should you have specific wine preference please do let us know in advance for us to uplift before starting the cruise.

Breakfast – fresh bread, toast, butter and jam, egg dishes of your choice, tropic fruits, fruit juice and local dishes such as tuna with coconut, lime and chillies etc. Lunch – is offered as buffet with light dishes as chicken, fish, pasta, rice, vegetables, salads and fruits. Dinner – is served as a four course meal.

All meals are included in the package price, which also includes chilled water, tea and coffee. Soft drinks, drought beer, wine, spirits and cocktails are available from the bar at moderate price

Festive season – Meal Plan Supplements
On the evenings of 24th December and 31st December the Live-aboard will provide a festive dinner. This carries a compulsory supplement on top of the contracted meal plan. USD$55 Per adult, USD$25 children 11-14.

Price includes:
Accommodation on full board basis, use of local fishing gear (hook, fishing line, weight and bait), tea and coffee served throughout the day and one complimentary bottle of mineral water (1.5 Lt.) per a person per a day, airport meet and greet, excursion to a local island and to Malé (with tour guide), transfer to and from airport to the boat, barbecue dinner on an uninhabited island (upon availability). *Dives as per dive schedule (with 12 Lt. aluminum tanks DIN/INT and weight belts)

Price do not include:
Maldivian Government tourist tax $8.00 per person per night, flight tickets, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, dive/snorkel and fishing gear rentals, fuel surcharge $100.00 per person for 7 nights (this surcharge is dependent upon price of fuel and subject to change up until the date of travel), Extra dives: $56.00 per dive, Travel and Health Insurance, personal laundry, internet and telephone calls, extras to be paid direct, 6% VAT from January 2012 until the end of the year.
*Dan Maldives 21 days valid DAN INSURANCE can be bought on board.

Minimum number of passengers:
8 guests.

Payment Options On Board.
Credit cards: American Express, JCB, Visa Card, Masters Card.

All Departures on Mondays. PRICE from US$204 per person per night. REQUEST A QUOTE

Hudhuranfushi literally means the island of white gold in the local language Dhivehi. Discover a paradise hidden away in plain sight where the sun rises painting the skies in rich orange hues and the gentle waves of the Indian Ocean caress the shore with grace. Set in 83 acres of surprisingly lush tropical beach property near Kani Beach on Lhohifushi Island the resort’s design enables it to snuggle into its surroundings reinforcing the impression of a quiet village whose shores are lapped by the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, a haven of tranquility.

Location
North – Male’ Atoll, Maldives
The ride from the international airport will take approximately 25 minutes by speedboat.

Accommodation at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi 
Complete with 137 air conditioned and well appointed Beach and Ocean villas with wonderful views, an outdoor pool, a white sandy private beach, tennis court, children’s play area, a spa with varied treatments and fitness Centre are some of the resorts many impressive features. Guests can avail themselves of recreational activities including snorkeling to view the rich and diverse marine life, wind surfing, canoeing and indoor sports. Mid night fishing, photo cruises where spinner dolphins can be spotted are activities of a more exciting nature.

Beach Villas
Beach Villas are located along the outline of the atoll with prime beach frontage. They offer convenient access to the beckoning sea and are within easy reach of the hotel facilities. Equipped with a variety of modern amenities, Beach Villas offers spacious accommodation for the guest at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi. All Beach Villas are equipped with contemporary amenities and elegant furnishings and décor complimented by tropical themes. Splendid interior designs complement the amber hues of the breathtaking sunsets that greet you at dusk will no doubt be the highlight of an ideal day in paradise.

In – Room Facilities Include: Air Conditioning, Mini Bar, Satellite Television, Telephone with IDD Facility, Tea/Coffee Maker, In Room Safe and Baby Cots.

Ocean Villas
Walk along a dark wooden causeway into the enticing waters upon which lay our distinct thatched roof Ocean Villas. Featuring wooden exteriors with modernist interiors, each retreat is complimented by bright colors and contemporary design. All villas feature modern amenities with all encompassing views of the open sea along with direct access stairways you will feel the urge to bask in the clear waters for hours. Step out of your plush king sized bed and sink your feet into the warm water for an invigorating morning swim then find the perfect spot on the white sandy beach to soak up the sun.

In – Room Facilities Include: Air Conditioning, Mini Bar, Satellite Television, Telephone with IDD Facility, Tea/Coffee Maker and In Room Safe

Restaurants & Bars at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi
Banyan Restaurant (Main Dining)-It is serving buffet style meals with a wide variety of food ranging from traditional Maldivian to western cuisines to savor the taste of global traveller. Be amazed at eye-catching performances that take place at the action kitchen. Watch closely as the flames dance around the wok to create a mouth-watering presentation. A splendid selection of wines and other beverages are available at the Banyan Restaurant to complement the meals offered. Sample the fresh local produce and the scintillating variety of seafood offered at the restaurant. Discover an explosion of natural tastes by trying out some of the finest tropical fruits you have tasted.

Lohis Bar – Behold the captivating views of the horizon as you sample the tantalizing beverage list served at the Lohis Bar. Sheltered by coconut leaves and with the powdery white sand at your feet, discover the perfect location from which you can be graced by the breathtaking sunsets synonymous with Maldives travel. Setting the tone for a quiet drink, the Lohis Bar at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi is just the place for a drink with your loved one. Let time slow down as you share a priceless moment with that special someone with an amazing backdrop of a dazzling sunset.

Hiyala Bar – Enjoy an invigorating cocktail by the pool at Hiyala Bar where the fresh breeze keeps the mood on a high note. Enjoy the healing touch of the tropical sun while you relax and soak in the pleasant atmosphere. Taste the enticing flavors of our rich beverage list and fall in love with the captivating surroundings of the island. Gather around with your newfound friends for a drink by the beach to share some memories and a laugh. Have a spicy snack while you sip on a glass of red wine or a tongue tingling cocktail. Let the gentle breeze heighten your senses and elevate you to cap off a memorable evening.

Sunset Restaurant (A la carte’) – Perched on a deck overlooking the island’s scenic harbor the Sunset Restaurant offers an exceptional fine dining experience featuring an impressive a la carte menu studded with world-class delicacies and views of stunning sunsets and the changing phases of the ocean. Thoughtfully designed to highlight the stunning sunsets this elegant restaurant is ideal for any special occasion. Presenting an ideal setting for a romantic dining experience, the Sunset Restaurant at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi creates an alluring setting highlighted by its simple yet charming interior and splendid views that stretch out into the open ocean.

Spa at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi
Let the practices of traditional therapeutic methods naturally purify both body and mind to formulate a purifying spa experience enhanced by the relaxing atmosphere of the lush surroundings. Expose yourself to a myriad of cleansing and rejuvenating treatments offered by Coconut Spa. Experience an incomparable sense of tranquility as you feel the healing touch of our experienced therapists. Liberate your senses with our unique range of massages that utilize the use of several conventional therapeutic techniques in addition to Warm Stone Massage Therapy, Black Stone Massage Therapy, Sea Shell Massage Therapy among others.

Basic Massages On the Menu: Discovery Massage, Balinese Traditional Massage, Head, Back and Shoulders Massage, Back and Stones Massage, Warm Stones Massage, Shiatsu, Swedish Massage, Four Hands Massage, Sea Shell Massage

Resort Facilities:
Look forward to a holiday that exceeds your expectations at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi. Find comfort in the lap of unwavering luxury and exceptional facilities amongst the paradise islands of Maldives.

Guest facilities at Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi: Laundry service, 24-hour porter service, Hotel doctor (Italian speaking), Safe at reception, Photocopying services, Cyber café, Tennis including floodlit tennis, Table tennis, Badminton, Football, Water polo, Beach volleyball, Beach football, Excursions, Shopping arcade, Deep-sea fishing, Wind surfing, Snorkeling, Scuba diving, Surf jets, Water skiing, Diving, Sun chairs, Spa and Reflexology Centre.

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Sun, sand and sea, a thousand ‘Robinson Crusoe’ islands, massive lagoons with different depths and infinite shades of blue and turquoise, dazzling underwater coral gardens; a perfect natural combination for the ideal tropical holiday destination. However there is more to the Maldives than just that.

Location
Southwest of Sri Lanka, on the equator.

Geography
1,190 coral islands, forming an archipelago of 26 major atolls. Stretches 820 kilometers north to south and 120 kilometers east to west. 202 are inhabited, 87 are exclusive resort islands.

Climate
Generally warm and humid. Sun shines all year through. Average temperature around 29 – 32 degrees Celsius.

What to wear
Dress is generally casual. T-shirts and cotton clothing are most suitable. In Male’, the capital island and other inhabited islands it is recommended that women wear modest clothing without baring too much.

Population
About 270,000 according to 1998 estimates. Origin of the Maldivians are lost in antiquity, but history reveals that the islands have been populated for over 3,000 years ago. Early settlers were travelers on the Silk Route and from the Indus Valley Civilization. Inherently warm, friendly and hospitable by nature, it is easy to feel comfortable and relaxed with a Maldivian.

Culture
A proud history and rich culture evolved from the first settlers who were from various parts of the world traveling the seas in ancient times. The Maldives has been a melting pot of different cultures as people from different parts of the world came here and settled down. Some of the local music and dance for instance resemble African influences, with hand-beating of drums and songs in a language that is not known to any but certainly represents that of East African countries. As one would expect there is a great South Asian influence in some of the music and dancing and especially in the traditional food of the Maldivians. However many of the South Asian customs especially with regard to women – for instance the Sub Continent’s tradition of secluding women from public view – are not tenets of life here. In fact women play a major role in society – not surprising considering the fact men spend the whole day out at sea fishing. Many of the traditions are strongly related to the seas and the fact that life is dependent on the seas around us.

Language
Dhivehi is the language spoken in all parts of the Maldives. English is widely spoken by Maldivians and visitors can easily make themselves understood getting around the capital island. In the resorts, a variety of languages are spoken by the staff including English, German, French, Italian and Japanese.

Economy
The Maldives economy has been growing at an annual average of 10% for the past two decades. Tourism is the main industry, contributing close to 20% of the GDP. Fisheries and trade follow close behind. The Maldivian economy is regarded as exemplary in the region and welcomes foreign investment.

Currency
The Maldivian currency is the Rufiyaa and Laaree. The exchange rate for US Dollar at the time of writing has a bandwidth ranging from 10.28MRf – 15.42MRf for a dollar. One Rufiyaa is equivalent to 100 laarees. Rufiyaa bank notes come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 500. Coins are in the denominations of MRf.2.00, MRf.1.00, 50 laarees, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 laaree. The US Dollar is the most commonly used foreign currency. Payments in the resorts and hotels can be made in most hard currency in cash, travelers’ cheques or credit cards. Commonly used credit cards are American Express, Visa, Master Card, Diners Club, JCB and Euro Card.

Education
The functional literacy rate is 98%. Educational standards are among the highest in the region and schools follow the British system of education.

Health
Health care facilities are improving almost on a daily basis. The Indhira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) in Male’ is the biggest hospital in the country providing sophisticated medical care. ADK Hospital is the biggest private health care facility and follows high medical standards. Some resorts have in-house doctors. A decompression chamber is within easy reach of most resorts in case of a diving emergency.

Local Time
GMT + 5 hours

Business Hours
From Sunday to Thursday 8:00 – 16.00 in the government sector and generally from 9.00 to 5.00 in the private sector, although most offices in the private sector open for a half day on Saturday. Weekend falls on Friday and Saturday.

Communication
Up-to-date technology and international satellite links allow Maldives to have a sophisticated communications system. IDD facilities are available on all resorts and card phones are available on all inhabited islands. Dhiraagu, the Maldives Telecommunications Company also provides mobile telephones for daily rental. It is also the Internet service provider.

Electricity
The electric system is 230-240 Volts -AC

Getting Here
Free 30 days Visa upon arrival for all visitors. No prior visa is required to enter the Republic of Maldives. Entry permit will be granted to visitors on arrival at designated ports of entry, based on the immigration requirement.

Maavahi is an exclusive and distinctive safari boat passionately dedicated to fulfill the fantasies of ocean lovers; a perfect holiday hideaway, that takes you away from the madding crowd – to make your dream come true.

Designed and built in Maldives by local engineers and master craftsmen, Maavahi made its first maiden voyage in 1998. Maavahi is refurnished in 2009 and is a unique cruise boat that provides modern facilities and amenities required by the contemporary and adventurous explorer. Maavahi is 25.91m long and 8.23m wide. Maavahi is compact and comfortable.

Accommodation Cabins It has three decks and eight beautiful and well-furnished cabins; 5 twin and three double. The five twin cabins and two double cabins are located on the first deck and one double cabin is located on the second deck. All cabins have air-conditioning, an attached toilet, limited wardrobe facilities and a DC wall fan.

The well-lit and exceptionally beautiful and spacious dining room with its beautiful wooden ceiling is also located on the second deck. In the front, adjoining the main restaurant is an outdoor restaurant offering a unique opportunity to dine in the open and in full view of the beautiful surrounding. Enjoy the delicious meals, the unmatched hospitality and service or our crew.

Onboard Facilities Freshwater is produced by the RO desalination plant installed on board. The plant has a production capacity of 4000 liters a day, sufficient to provide 250 liters of freshwater per person per day. Other facilities include an indoor and an out-door restaurant, a lounge bar, a sun deck, music and TV/ video facilities and a fully equipped diving base, including an accompanying diving dhoani.

A variety of recreational activities are available. These include Surfing – famous surfing spots in Maldives, Diving, snorkeling, boating, fishing, movies and music. Click here to view more photos of Maavahi.

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The Napolean Wrasse locally known as “Maahulhunbu Landaa” can instantly be recognized by its size, color and shape. It is one of the largest reef fishes in the world. They can grow up to 230cm and weigh 190kg. Colors vary with age and sex. The growth of Napolean wrasse is extremely slow. At around six months of age, the juveniles will grow up to only 5-6 cm in total length. The fear of extinction of this species, lead to the ban on fishery and hence protecting it. They can be seen feasting on shellfish, other fish, sea stars, sea urchins and crabs. This species has been protected in the Maldives since 24th June 1995.

Join us in for a snorkeling or a diving trip to the Maldives onboard any of our boat charters to spot this amazing fish and there is more to indulge.