Weddings can be exhausting, particularly for the bride and groom. Despite the significance and excitement surrounding the special day, it can leave couples stressed out in more ways than one. Thankfully, a honeymoon offers you and your partner the required rest, relaxation, fun, adventure, leisure, and everything else they want from this holiday. It is a time for couples to understand each other better, come closer to each other and create memories that remain etched into their minds for a lifetime. But which destination should you choose for your romantic getaway? Although there are many options to choose from, you could consider the Maldives, one of the most beautiful places globally and a favorite amongst honeymooners. It offers you solitude, lovely beaches, luxurious overwater villas, various delicacies, etc. These are some honeymoon activities you can try out during your vacation in the Maldives.
Enjoy a relaxing getaway at Villimale
A local ferry service takes you from Male, Maldives capital, to Villimale, in just 10 minutes. Pastel-colored houses dot the island, and many small beaches with light blue waters wash the shores. You could enjoy a relaxed day at one of the beaches, get a glimpse of the everyday life of the people, and relish a romantic BBQ dinner on the beach.
Try water sports at Guraidhoo Island
Guraidhoo Island is one of the inhabited islands of the Maldives, located about 32 kilometers from the Male airport in the South Male Atoll. The secluded island is also sparsely populated, with a total population of just about 1,800 people. If both of you want to enjoy water adventure activities such as scuba diving, windsurfing, canoeing, and snorkeling, you must visit this island. Even though you can try swimming, checking the wave’s intensity is advisable for proper safety. It is also home to a bikini and surf beach, besides other beaches where you can enjoy tuna, coconut, and different local cuisines.
Take a dolphin and whale sightseeing tour
Most couples who visit the Maldives during their honeymoon try not to miss the opportunity of taking a dolphin and whale sightseeing tour. Although you can spot various dolphins, the most famous is the spinner dolphin, which visits the atolls to rest during the day. Several resort islands offer planned short excursions in the early morning or late afternoons to islands where you can spot these playful creatures. The best time for whale sightseeing is between November to May, while you can spot humpback whales from June to October. The melon-headed whale, a top attraction, resides in large numbers in the north.
Enjoy a couples spa treatment
When you visit the Maldives for your couples’ vacation, you must enjoy the benefits of a couples spa treatment. Interestingly, the island country is well known for its spa treatments and wellness programs globally. You can book a stay at a spa resort in the country and receive restorative, rejuvenating, and relaxing treatments. Some spa resorts also offer adult pools beside panoramic views of the surroundings. However, not all spa resorts have the same facilities, so that is something you ought to check beforehand.
These are a few activities and things you and your partner can enjoy together during your honeymoon in the Maldives. With beaches, watersports, sightseeing, and adventure, you have everything you need to make your romantic vacation memorable.
