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Famous Dive Sites

Benin — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 08:31:35 +0000

Lankan Manta Point is one of the Maldives famous dive sites, known particularly for sightings of manta rays. The key with visiting Lankan Manta Point is to go at the right time of year. Lion’s Head, named after the lion-shaped coral formations here, is considered one of the most beautiful Maldives diving travel sites in the Maldives and is a common playing ground for many different reef-dwelling types of marine life, including rainbow fusiliers and napoleon wrasse. It’s also one of the few places where you can expect to see mobula rays. Check out this fascinating underwater clip shot at the Lankan Manta Point in the Maldives. The divers were plunged amidst a large group of manta rays, peacefully gliding through the water.

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Holidays in the Maldives

Benin — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:00:56 +0000

What better backdrop for a lazy fishing trip than the beautiful Maldivian scenery? There are numerous places to go fishing on your holidays in the Maldives; you will find many an isolated lagoon with crystal clear waters and plenty of fish. Or you can journey out into the open seas to try your luck; there is no shortage of water and exotic marine life on your holiday to Maldives. Snorkelling is also a popular pastime, as it is not as taxing as scuba diving, yet it can offer similar thrills. One may not have the same underwater freedom and range as with scuba diving, however you will find much of the marine life attractions simmering right below the surface, as well as in the nether regions. When snorkelling with whale sharks, a known whale shark habitat will be sourced by your experienced dive master. Once the whale shark is spotted near the surface, you simply dive straight in, floating in and around these astounding creatures. It is important not to aggravate them, even though they are not dangerous; better safe than sorry!

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Whale Sharks

Benin — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 18:26:44 +0000

The Maldives oceanic creatures is as expected one of the major attractions of this island realm for countless visitors, above all those wishing to engage in some diving or other marine recreation. Amongst the most impressive Maldives marine life are the Maldives manta rays and the whale sharks Maldives. There are also hundreds, if not thousands of Maldives fish species which range from the colourful parrotfish to the unappealing moray eel. You can get guides to the various types of fish found in the Maldives on all kinds of websites, on top of the Maldives Dive Travel website, which includes photos and descriptions of the countless types of fish in the Maldives including tips on finding manta ray Maldives and useful hints like when is the prime time to set eyes on whale sharks in the Maldives.

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Whale Shark Maldives

Benin — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:58:39 +0000

The whale shark maldives might get scared and swim away quickly, which can lead to injuries caused by their powerful fins and tails. No matter how tempting it might be to touch these gentle, curious creatures, scuba divers maldives should never forget that a reef is no petting zoo. Where does a whale shark live? The whale shark habitat is made up of all the warm and temperate oceans. Because whale shark diets consist mainly of plankton, most habitats are found around areas of high plankton-density. Whale sharks are mainly diurnal creatures and it is unlikely that you will ever see a whale shark at night.

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Manta Ray Diving

Benin — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 14:46:03 +0000

This means that, the size of a manta ray compared to a human, is typically three times larger, so if you’re manta ray diving in Maldives and a manta swims over your head, you’re going to feel very small. The manta rays size and swimming speed are its greatest defense mechanisms since it doesn’t have a sting in its tail. The biggest manta ray threat, apart from human beings, is whale shark, and in the event that a manta ray is attacked by a shark and survives, it will then visit a cleaning station for the small fish to eat away any dead skin or other residue left by the shark.

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Maldives Weather in June

Benin — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 01:52:50 +0000

The June weather in the Maldives is deep into the rainy season, brought about due to the southwest summer monsoon. Consequently, the weather update for Maldives shows increased rainfall and strong winds during the month of June.
Maldives dive weather show an average temperature of 28 degrees Celsius, with the water temperature in Maldives at 29 degrees.
Frequent strong winds can dominate the Maldives during this period, with the average rainfall at 172 mm.
The average number of rainy days in June is 16, which shows why even during the rainy season in the Maldives, the June Maldives weather forecast can still appeal to tourists. And not just tourists from Europe – the Maldives attracts visitors from all around the globe.
Below you can see some visual data depicting the average weather conditions in Maldives for June; Feel free to check out the Maldives weather live forecast or a detailed breakdown by month!

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Weather in Maldives

Benin — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 16:23:22 +0000

The weather in Maldives in April, in the height of the Southwest Monsoon season will see more diving action in the western parts of the Maldives, where the manta rays and whale sharks will be gathering. Maldives weather in May, June and July, August and September diving maldives will remain the same, and while there is typically less visibility during these months throughout the country, there is still a lot of action – mainly with reef sharks and jacks among the normal schools of colourful fish – on the eastern side of the islands, and diving trips are operated throughout these months despite not being the ideal Maldives weather for diving.

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German Ambassador Ploetner Pays Courtesy Call on President Nasheed

Benin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:33:31 +0000

Ambassador of Germany, Jens Ploetner, Pays Courtesy Call on Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed

Ambassador of Germany to the Maldives, Mr. Jens Ploetner, has paid a courtesy call on President Mohamed Nasheed. The meeting was held this afternoon at the President’s Office.

Meeting between German Ambassador Ploetner and Maldives’ President Nasheed

In the meeting, President Nasheed and Ambassador Ploetner discussed the friendly relationship between the two countries and ways to strengthen the current relationship between the Maldives and Germany. Mr. Ploetner gave additional details on the President’s upcoming official visit to Germany.

The President was joined at the meeting by Vice President Dr. Mohamed Waheed, Special Envoy to the President Ibrahim Hussain Zaki and Political Advisor to the President Hassan Afeef.

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Moorish Idol

Benin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:33:30 +0000

Moorish Idol

The majestic Zanclus Cornutus, more famously known as the moorish idol, is one of the most popular fish among saltwater aquarium enthusiasts all over the world. The only member of the Zanclidae family, the moorish idol is commonly sighted in the exotic Indo-Pacific waters. The moorish idol is often mistaken for a butterfly fish, due to some very similar features.

Moorish Idols

Moorish Idol Habitat

Despite its popularity among aquarium hobbyists, the moorish idol, like most fish, is best suited in its natural habitat, particularly because of the creature’s acute sensitivity to water temperature. Commonly found in depths of 3m to 180m in both clear and cloudy waters, the moorish idol is usually spotted swimming alone because of its tendency to fight with other moorish idols.

Moorish Idol Appearance

Adult moorish idols grow to an average lengy of 4-6 inches, although some can reach up to 9 inches. Its distinct features are a long dorsal fin end with thread-like tip, long snout, three bold black bands over the eye to ventral fins, rear body and on the tail.

Moorish Idol Diet

In its natural habitat, the moorish idol is usually found on flat reefs preying on sponges, tunicates, and other small invertebrates to satisfy its rather indifferent appetite. In captivity, the moorish idol can be a far pickier eater.

Moorish Idol Behaviour Toward Scuba Divers

Moorish idols are quite harmless marine creatures and safe to dive around with. The moorish idol is not an endangered species and as such is not on the IUCN list of threatened species.

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Maldives Dive Sites

Benin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:33:30 +0000

Maldives Dive Sites

The following is our definitive guide to the five best Maldives Dive Sites. At these Maldives Dive Sites, you can expect to see some of the finest marine life in the world.

Maldives Dive Site #1 – Fotteyo Kandu

Many scuba divers consider Fotteyo Kandu to be the best Maldives dive site and it is also rated among the top 5 dive sites in the world. The mouth of the channel is exposed to the ocean and during north east monsoon when the currents are incoming, a good variety of fish species gather at the entrance to the channel. Animals commonly spotted at Fotteyo Kandu include Gray Reef Shark patrolling the channel mouth, Jack and Tuna in the deeper water, schools of Midnight Snappers and Red Snapper form in huge groups. The wall features caves, overhangs and swim-thoughs at different depths. These caves and overhangs are filled with colourful yellow color like soft coral, deeper caves and overhangs are filled with huge bushes of black corals. The Thila in the middle of the channel entrance is the best place to do the safety stop. A surface balloon is a must at Fotteyo Kandu.

Maldives Dive Site Fotteyo Kandu

Maldives Dive Site #2 – Maaya Thila

Maaya Thila is one of the best Maldives dive sites for a night dive. The dive boat is usually fixed to the mooring and a line is used for the ascent and descent for safety reasons. A strobe light is attached to the rope at 5 meters to identify the rope underwater.

On the Maaya Thila night dive, divers get to experience swimming close to White Tip Reef Sharks. Turtles rest inside caves / overhangs, while Moray Eels and White Tip Sharks hunt the vulnerable Fusiliers. Octopus and Stone Fish can be found around the top reef. The caves where the crevices are found are the ideal place for people who are interested in macro photography. Here you will find Cleaner Shrimps, Ghost Pipe Fish and many more seldom-seen species.

Maldives Dive Site Maaya Thila is a Reef Shark Hotspot

The Maaya Thila night dive is a must for all scuba divers visiting the Maldives and is a one-of-a-kind dive.

Maldives Dive Site #3 – Rangali Madivaru

Madi in the local language of the Maldives, means “Ray”, hence the name Madivaru for this Maldives dive site, which is also known as Hukrueli Faru. During the North East Monsoon, Madivaru is a superb Manta Ray cleaning station. The coral reef slopes down gently from its highest point at 8 meters to the Atoll floor at about 30 meters.

There are many cleaning stations along this 1 km reef, but the point where the Manta Rays are most active is halfway along the northern side. Current at Madivaru can be strong at times and can create a funnel effect due to the coral reef formation. Divers should be prepared to make a safety stop in open water at Madivaru and a safety balloon is necessary.

Manta Rays Gather at Maldives Dive Sites

Maldives Dive Site #4 – HP Reef

If you were asked to choose the best Maldives dive site between HP Reef and Nassimo Thila, the wise thing to do would be vote for both and rank them both equally as they are two of the most spectacular sites in the Maldives. Both HP Reef and display excellent soft coral growth and an abundant fish life. The best diving at HP Reef is found on the southern side of the reef and when the current is flowing into the Atoll (East to West). During mild current, you should swim slowly, while observing the coral blocks, caves and overhangs. The coral blocks and the caves at HP Reef are filled with multicolored soft coral and you should keep your eyes open for the many invertebrates, including nudibranchs, leaf fish and many more. Eagle Rays, schooling Silver Jacks and Batfish are common at HP Reef. Strong currents are sometimes found at this Maldives dive site and a surface balloon is necessary.

Maldives Dive Site #5 – Nassimo Thila

Nassimo Thila is an oval-shaped Thila displaying a good variety of colourful, soft corals. The most interesting aspect of this Maldives Dive Site is the randomly scattered pinnacles. Spend as much time as possible around the scattered pinnacles but limit your depth to maximize bottom time as the scattered pinnacles go down to more than 30 meters.

Currents at Nassimo Thila are usually strong, so it is only recommended for advanced divers. Depending on the strength of the currents, many pelagics can be seen near the coral reef at Nassimo Thila or in the deeper water just off the reefs, including Giant Trevallies, Jacks, Dogtooth Tuna and many more. A surface balloon is a must as this Maldives dive site is subjected to heavy boat traffic from the nearby resort island

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Nassimo Thila is an oval-shaped Thila displaying a good variety of colourful, soft corals. The most interesting aspect of Nassimo Thila is the randomly scattered pinnacles. Spend as much time as possible around the scattered pinnacles but limit your depth to maximize bottom time as the scattered pinnacles go down to more than 30 meters.

Currents at Nassimo Thila are usually strong, so it is only recommended for advanced divers. Depending on the strength of the currents, many pelagics can be seen near the coral reef at Nassimo Thila or in the deeper water just off the reefs, including Giant Trevallies, Jacks, Dogtooth Tuna and many more. A surface balloon is a must as the dive site is subjected to heavy boat traffic from the nearby resort island.

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