Amateur surfers and beginners can take lessons from hotel and resort sports wings, before attempting to conquer the ocean. The best place to surf in Maldives in May is in Thulusdhoo Islands. One of the most enjoyable beach vacation ideas is to go scuba diving, and the Maldives is no exception! In May, the warm ocean is welcoming as ever, and you can even catch some migratory marine life that reaches the Maldivian waters in the monsoon.
Try to spot turtles, clownfish and corals when you're down there! Diving gear is included in the price. Usually, the Maldives is an expensive vacation location, but the off-season is the best bet to make the most of your trip without having to spend as much money.
From hotels, restaurants and even entry fees, you can expect prices to be slashed by a healthy USD - for hotels and USD 10 for restaurants , which gives you the luxury of seeing more for less.
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Sign in with Google. Packages Hotels Collections. Countries Singapore. Write For Us! Home Articles Weather of Maldives in May Travel Tips. May is the beginning of the monsoon in Maldives. Water visibility for diving and snorkelling is still very good.
Diving visibility is slightly reduced due to the plankton in the water. The holy month of Ramadan known as Ramazan in the Maldives begins in May although the exact date changes each year. June is another month in the Maldives with a high chance of rainfall.
The holy month of Ramadan continues into June. This is another time to check for great value offers and is particularly good for surfers. There is also a case to be made for less crowded resorts. However, During May when occupancy in the resorts are lower, you might be one of the few guests there.
The experience of being on an island resort with very few people around and all the attention of the staff being focused and showered on just a few guests does make the experience more intimate and enjoyable.
As a result of the offseason, prices for resorts and stays, in general, will also be on the cheaper side. Traveling during May to Maldives is definitely going to end up being more light on the wallet overall. With offseason comes a more relaxed vacation as well. You can take things at a pace you like and not have to try to tune things based on circumstances. It allows you to truly turn your brain off and live in the moment.
Book Now. May to November. Strong winds and rain. Weather — This is the best season to visit Maldives. It is perfect for sightseeing, enjoying cultural activities, water sports and savouring the local cuisine.
During these months, the weather is dry, devoid of humidity, pleasant with moderate temperature. The best month to swim in the sea is in April when the average sea temperature is 30 degree Celsius. Significance — One gets to see and experience the best that Maldives has to offer during this season. All locations are well populated and the environment tends to be celebratory and busy. Why you should visit now: Clearly the weather and the resultant all round beauty make this season the best time to vacation.
Minimal precipitation and warm weather make it an ideal setting. The rainfall too is very light and hence not a hindrance. During the dry season, visibility is also excellent, because of the currents beginning to flow in November from the northeast. This helps you further enjoy the breathtaking view of fabulous lagoons protected by coral reefs and other atolls, and gorgeous beaches.
Things to know before you visit — While the country is crowded during this season, since each resort inhabits its own island and is to an extent detached from the next island, unlike other crowded vacation destinations, you likely will not have to face extremely large crowds. It may hence be prudent to check out some of the islands and see what you prefer. The HP Reef is also a one of the most highly rated tourist attractions.
It is a protected marine location bustling with marine life. One major festival during this period is Mawlid which means the birth of, Prophet Muhamed in November. It is one of the most famous Maldives festivals which is celebrated carnival style over two days. There are huge street processions and mosque decorations. Tips — Hotel tariffs and costs towards various activities can be extremely high given this is peak season. For more budget-oriented tourists, a preferred time to visit would be in April which is towards the end of the peak season and entering the lean months.
Being a tourist hotspot aside from Indian and Maldivian options, one can enjoy food styles from across the globe. Traditional Maldivian cuisine is based on coconuts, fish, and starches.
Some of the common seafood forming part of the local cuisine includes Skipjack tuna, yellowfin tuna, frigate tuna and wahoo. Given the proximity, one does find a strong Indian influence and hence an abundance of curries and other flavours and spices. Refrain from carrying pork, alcohol, tobacco products and religious books. The law is very strict in this regard. Lastly, always compare and check prices for water activities before booking.
Season time can see a lot of price spikes. Weather — The annual rainfall averages centimetres inches in the north and centimetres inches in the south.
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