Cruising
The best way to experience the real Maldives is by cruising the deep blue Indian Ocean, discovering new islands. Wide ranges of vessels offer exciting trips through atolls to famous dive sites, resorts, fishing villages and desert islands. Maldives beckons you to enjoy the harmonious life on board that follow the timeless rhythm of the sun and the sea.

Imagine lounging back on a deck chair, soaking in the sun and watching life go by as you sail the deep blue Indian Ocean. You can do that and more in Maldives. Cruising through the islands from atoll to atoll in a yacht or in a yacht-dhoni (a specially converted Maldivian vessel) can be an unmatchable holiday experience. In the Maldives it is not an unusual sight to see schools of dolphins play around your boat or to see hundreds of flying fish taking flight as the boat passes by.

On a cruise, dining under a clear starlit sky sprinkled with millions of stars can be any romantic's dream come true. While you make your way across the ocean, you can indulge in a variety of activities including diving, snorkeling, surfing, fishing or just reading while sipping a cool refreshing kurumba (young coconut) as the sea unfolds more of the islands and coral reefs of the Maldives.

Most of the cruisers use the central atolls of Faadippolu Atoll, North and South Male' Atoll, Ari Atoll and Felidu Atoll where services for tourists are more readily available. Not only are these atolls tourist-friendly, they also have some of the best diving and surfing spots in the Maldives. The facilities available on board will depend on a large extent on the boat of your choice. The resident cook can serve among other dishes, delicious tuna steaks accompanied by fresh vegetables and tropical fruits. The setting is complemented by the starry sky above and the soft rhythm of gentle waves on the hull of the boat. Cruise in this timeless setting and go on a delightful journey through time.