The Gentle Giants of the Maldivian Waters - International Whale Shark Day
Sunday 30th of August 2020
The Gentle Giants of the Maldivian Waters - International Whale Shark Day
The Maldives itself is truly a sensational dream destination unlike any other, all its islands blessed with talcum-white beaches and bordered by teal lagoons.
The Maldives offers the kind of moments and experiences that takes a holiday from being “enjoyable” to “unparalleled”. Hold your breath as you are about to know something about Maldives unlike never before!
In Maldives, you can actually plunge deep into the waters and swim with the breath-taking whale-sharks that give you that once-in-a-lifetime experience you can never forget!
Although whale sharks are abundant in the Maldives, they are usually found specifically in the waters of South Ari Atoll, where they are found throughout the year and which is the origin for many tours in the Maldives. However, to get a tour, booking needs to be done before-hand which is super easy as there is a wide array of tour operators to choose from in the Maldives.
Also, if you are lucky, you might just see more than just whale-sharks but other marine animals like dolphins, turtles and who knows what to expect? Be prepared for surprises!
Before you plan your tour, take a fun quiz to see how much knowledge you actually have on whale sharks. It’s always best to be prepared before meeting the boss!. Did you know that Pullman Maldives resort took celebrating Whale Shark Day to the next level by adopting a whale shark? They have framed an adoption certificate and now Suvadiva, the whale shark, is now part of their family.
That said, here are some of the best resorts to go whale-watching.
Conrad Resorts – Whale of a Time
Nestled in the famous South Ari Atoll, that is known for its excursions, witness the gentle giants and learn about their habitat and lifecycle. Make an advanced booking at Conrad’s Ocean Dive Center.
Lux South Ari – The Maldivian Wildlife
Being located in a marine protected area, this place brims with an exotic variety of wildlife from dolphins to whale sharks and much more. Get up close and personal with these giant creatures as the marine biologist takes you on a tour to meet Fernando, the whale shark and his friends.
Vilamendhoo Whale Shark Excursion
Vilamendhoo offers a trove of ocean adventures and is one of the best places in the world to discover and snorkel with whale sharks. Vilamendhoo’s Whale Shark Excursion gives you the chance to swim with and even photograph these majestic creatures.
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