Maldives

HOT TOURS TO THE MALDIVES FROM KYIV FROM ALF.UA

The Maldives is a tropical archipelago in the Indian Ocean consisting of 1,192 islands. 199 of them are inhabited, and 80 are resorts. The island state is located in a tropical climate zone, so the temperature here practically does not change during the year (310C during the day and 26 0C at night, + 24-27 the temperature of the water in the ocean).

Many tourists are very surprised to learn that until relatively recently there were no hotels in this paradise at all. The first settlements appeared on the islands in the second millennium BC. Immigrants from India and Sri Lanka became the inhabitants of the archipelago. In the 16th century, both the Portuguese and the Dutch tried to gain a foothold here, but the locals were able to maintain their independence. In 1887, the British captured the Maldives, but already in 1965, the aborigines regained their freedom. Seven years after the formation of the republic, the first resort appeared on the archipelago. It immediately became very popular, so the Maldivian government began to actively develop the infrastructure.

VACATION IN THE MALDIVES - WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO COME TO THE MALDIVES

The cost of tours to the Maldives depends on the season. You can fly to the tropical paradise at any time of the year, but the best time is from December to April. At this time, there is no rain here, and the sea is always calm. Short-term rains are possible in the summer (most often they fall at night).

Divers should come here in January-April. But in October-November, it is not the time for diving here, because plankton accumulates near the shores, which significantly impairs visibility. However, plankton glows at night, so if you've dreamed of swimming in a phosphorescent sea, don't miss the opportunity.

RESORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT IN THE MALDIVES

Both millionaires and people of average wealth can relax in a tropical paradise. On our website you can find inexpensive tours to the Maldives.

• Gaafu Daalu Atoll is the underwater restaurant Ithaa at a depth of 5 meters, a National Sanctuary where flying foxes live, and diving where you can observe manta rays and phosphorescent jellyfish.
• Ari Atoll consists of 70 islands, 28 of which are resorts. There is a lot of entertainment here: diving, paths available for cyclists, windsurfing, snorkeling, canoeing and catamaran. A sports vacation in the Maldives will be remembered forever!
• Laviani is a resort with fashionable hotels. There are luxury spas, expensive entertainment and underwater restaurants.
• Raa and Baa Atolls. Baa is a quiet peaceful place with a bunch of uninhabited islands, and Raa is a small atoll where you can see the local attraction - the Dona boats.
• In addition, Baa is known for its fisheries. Lacquered products and the finest cotton - felice - are made here.
• North Male Atoll. Here you can rest in one of the expensive or budget hotels, as well as visit local attractions.
• South Male Atoll - nature is less cultivated here than in North Male. If you want to dive, then come to the South!
• Faafu and Daalu Atolls - in addition to traditional island entertainment, there are Hindu temples and Buddhist monasteries!

TOURS TO THE MALDIVES - THE MOST INTERESTING ATTRACTIONS OF THE ISLAND

Do you think that a holiday in the Maldives is all about beaches, diving and more beaches? But no. There are many sights here!

• Sultan Park. A reserve where wild orchids, water lilies and banyan ficuses grow.
• Presidential Palace. The building is made in colonial style and decorated with decorative details characteristic of the local culture.
• Great Friday Mosque. The largest mosque in the Maldives is built of coral stone.

Importantly! It is also prohibited to import animals into the country (items prohibited for import are seized and destroyed!). Exporting corals from the country is also prohibited.