Trending
    • Labadee Shore Excursions and Activities to Delight All the Senses
    • Remote Tropical Islands You Can Visit on the m/s Paul Gauguin Cruise Ship
    • Top 10 International Cuisines on Cruise Ships
    • 14 Fun Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on a Cruise
    • 13 Turks and Caicos Excursions – The Must-Do Grand Turk Island Experiences
    • 15 Disney Dream Cruise Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Journey
    • 7 Things to Do in Antarctica You Never Thought You Could Do
    • New Disney Cruise Ship, Disney Wish, Promises to Be a Charming Getaway
    Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest
    Cruise Panorama
    • Cruise Destinations
      • Alaska
        • Skagway
      • Asia
        • Abu Dhabi
        • Doha
        • Dubai
        • Singapore
      • Australia and New Zealand
        • Auckland
        • Sydney
      • Bahamas
        • Castaway Cay
        • Great Stirrup Cay
        • Ocean Cay
        • Perfect Day at CocoCay
        • Princess Cays
      • Bermuda
      • Canada & New England
        • Bar Harbor
      • Caribbean Islands
        • Harvest Caye
      • Hawaii
        • Honolulu
        • Maui, Lahaina
      • Galapagos
      • Mediterranean
        • Barcelona
        • Chania
        • Corfu
        • Dubrovnik
        • Genoa
        • Mykonos
        • Rhodes
        • Santorini
      • Mexican Riviera
        • Mazatlán
      • Northern Europe
        • Akureyri
        • Alesund
        • Bergen
        • Flam
        • Reykjavik
        • Stavanger
        • St. Petersburg
        • Stockholm
        • Tromso
      • South America
      • Panama Canal & Central America
    • Cruise Lines
      • Royal Caribbean International
        • Adventure of the Seas
        • Allure of the Seas
        • Anthem of the Seas
        • Brilliance of the Seas
        • Enchantment of the Seas
        • Explorer of the Seas
        • Freedom of the Seas
        • Grandeur of the Seas
        • Harmony of the Seas
        • Icon of the Seas
        • Independence of the Seas
        • Jewel of the Seas
        • Liberty of the Seas
        • Mariner of the Seas
        • Navigator of the Seas
        • Oasis of the Seas
        • Odyssey of the Seas
        • Ovation of the Seas
        • Quantum of the Seas
        • Radiance of the Seas
        • Rhapsody of the Seas
        • Serenade of the Seas
        • Spectrum of the Seas
        • Symphony of the Seas
        • Vision of the Seas
        • Voyager of the Seas
        • Wonder of the Seas
      • Carnival Cruise Line
        • Mardi Gras
        • Carnival Breeze
        • Carnival Celebration
        • Carnival Conquest
        • Carnival Dream
        • Carnival Ecstasy
        • Carnival Elation
        • Carnival Freedom
        • Carnival Glory
        • Carnival Horizon
        • Carnival Jubilee
        • Carnival Legend
        • Carnival Liberty
        • Carnival Luminosa
        • Carnival Magic
        • Carnival Miracle
        • Carnival Panorama
        • Carnival Paradise
        • Carnival Pride
        • Carnival Radiance
        • Carnival Spirit
        • Carnival Splendor
        • Carnival Sunrise
        • Carnival Sunshine
        • Carnival Valor
        • Carnival Vista
      • Disney Cruise Line
        • Disney Dream
        • Disney Fantasy
        • Disney Magic
        • Disney Wish
        • Disney Wonder
      • Celebrity Cruises
        • Celebrity Beyond
        • Celebrity Apex
        • Celebrity Constellation
        • Celebrity Eclipse
        • Celebrity Edge
        • Celebrity Equinox
        • Celebrity Infinity
        • Celebrity Millennium
        • Celebrity Reflection
        • Celebrity Silhouette
        • Celebrity Solstice
        • Celebrity Summit
      • Holland America Line
        • Eurodam
        • Koningsdam
        • Nieuw Amsterdam
        • Nieuw Statendam
        • Noordam
        • Oosterdam
        • Rotterdam
        • Volendam
        • Westerdam
        • Zaandam
        • Zuiderdam
      • Cunard
        • Queen Anne
        • Queen Elizabeth
        • Queen Mary 2
        • Queen Victoria
      • Norwegian Cruise Line
        • Norwegian Bliss
        • Norwegian Breakaway
        • Norwegian Dawn
        • Norwegian Encore
        • Norwegian Epic
        • Norwegian Escape
        • Norwegian Gem
        • Norwegian Getaway
        • Norwegian Jade
        • Norwegian Jewel
        • Norwegian Joy
        • Norwegian Pearl
        • Norwegian Prima
        • Pride of America
        • Norwegian Sky
        • Norwegian Spirit
        • Norwegian Star
        • Norwegian Sun
      • Princess Cruises
        • Caribbean Princess
        • Crown Princess
        • Coral Princess
        • Diamond Princess
        • Discovery Princess
        • Emerald Princess
        • Enchanted Princess
        • Grand Princess
        • Island Princess
        • Majestic Princess
        • Regal Princess
        • Royal Princess
        • Ruby Princess
        • Sapphire Princess
        • Sky Princess
        • Sun Princess
      • MSC Cruises
        • MSC Armonia
        • MSC Bellissima
        • MSC Divina
        • MSC Fantasia
        • MSC Grandiosa
        • MSC Lirica
        • MSC Magnifica
        • MSC Meraviglia
        • MSC Musica
        • MSC Opera
        • MSC Orchestra
        • MSC Preziosa
        • MSC Poesia
        • MSC Seascape
        • MSC Seaside
        • MSC Seashore
        • MSC Seaview
        • MSC Sinfonia
        • MSC Splendida
        • MSC Virtuosa
        • MSC World Europa
      • Costa Cruises
        • Costa Diadema
        • Costa Deliziosa
        • Costa Fascinosa
        • Costa Favolosa
        • Costa Fortuna
        • Costa Pacifica
        • Costa Smeralda
        • Costa Toscana
      • Virgin Voyages
        • Resilient Lady
        • Scarlet Lady
        • Valiant Lady
      • Luxury Cruise Lines
        • Azamara Club Cruises
          • Azamara Journey
          • Azamara Onward
          • Azamara Pursuit
          • Azamara Quest
        • Oceania Cruises
          • Insignia
          • Marina
          • Nautica
          • Regatta
          • Riviera
          • Sirena
        • Paul Gauguin Cruises
          • m/s Paul Gauguin
        • Regent Seven Seas
          • Seven Seas Explorer
          • Seven Seas Grandeur
          • Seven Seas Mariner
          • Seven Seas Navigator
          • Seven Seas Splendor
          • Seven Seas Voyager
        • Seabourn Cruise Line
          • Seabourn Encore
          • Seabourn Odyssey
          • Seabourn Ovation
          • Seabourn Quest
          • Seabourn Sojourn
          • Seabourn Venture
        • Silversea Cruises
          • Silver Cloud
          • Silver Dawn
          • Silver Explorer
          • Silver Endeavour
          • Silver Moon
          • Silver Muse
          • Silver Nova
          • Silver Shadow
          • Silver Spirit
          • Silver Whisper
          • Silver Wind
          • Silver Origin
        • Viking Cruises
          • Viking Jupiter
          • Viking Orion
          • Viking Sea
          • Viking Sky
          • Viking Star
          • Viking Venus
    • New To Cruising
      • Why Choose A Cruise Vacation
      • First Time Cruisers
      • Cruise Ship Etiquette Tips
      • How to Find the Best Price on a Cruise
      • Cruise FAQ’S
      • Common and Extraordinary Cruise Ship Amenities
      • Disabled Friendly Cruises
    • Cruise Deals
      • Top Deals – Top Cruise Lines
      • Find the Right Cruise
      • Top 10 Cruise Price Drops & Discounts
      • Round Trip Cruises
        • Barcelona
          • Mediterranean Cruises from Barcelona in 2021 & 2022
          • 7 Day European Cruises Departing from Barcelona
        • Miami
          • Bahamas Cruises from Miami, Florida
        • Fort Lauderdale
          • Caribbean Cruises from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
        • San Juan
          • Southern Caribbean Cruises from San Juan, Puerto Rico
        • Vancouver
          • Alaska Cruise from Vancouver, Canada
        • Galveston
    • Private Islands
      • Half Moon Cay
      • Great Stirrup Cay
      • Castaway Cay
      • Perfect Day at CocoCay
      • Princess Cays
      • Labadee
      • Harvest Caye
      • Amber Cove
      • Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve
    • Must See Places
      • Atlantis Paradise Resort
      • Maldives Archipelago
      • Seychelles Archipelago
    Cruise Panorama
    You are at:Home » Maldives Archipelago
    Maldives Archipelago: beach scenery

    Maldives Archipelago

    Location of the Maldives Archipelago

    Formed of 1,192 coral islands in 26 separate atolls, or coral reef formations, the Republic of the Maldives is a unique geographical vacation spot. The Maldives Archipelago sits in the Laccadive Sea, which is about 430 miles southwest of Sri Lanka and 250 miles southwest of India. Lining up north to south, these atolls are situated between the Chagos Archipelago and Minicoy Island (Lakshadweep, India’s most southern part). Perhaps most notable about the Maldives is the fact that they cover a territory of approximately 35,000 miles, which is one of the largest dispersed areas.

    About The Maldives Archipelago

    Blue sky and turquoise sea at the Maldives Archipelago
    By both population and land area, the Maldives is the smallest Asian country. Recent population estimates have put the total number at less than 330,000, and since most of the territory of the Maldives archipelago is ocean, these people are spread along many of the islands. Due to its location and low elevation, the climate on these islands remains virtually the same all year round. Staying in high the 80 degrees Fahrenheit range with around 80 per cent humidity, this offers visitors the perfect atmosphere for a beach getaway.

    The history of the Maldives is rich and vast, having a part in many different cultures, including Greek and Roman. With the varying historical influences, the Maldives archipelago also went through a variety of transitions in religion and overall culture. Up until the 12th century, Buddhism was the major influence on this area, but it changed to Islam until late in the 1800s when it became a British Protectorate.

    The official language of the Maldives is an Indo-European language called Dhivehi, which has some similarities with the ancient Sinhalese language, Elu. For the most part, the influence of Islam remains and the most prominent religion in the area is Islam.

    The Maldives Attraction

    Of course, the major attraction for anyone visiting an island chain like this is the presence of white sandy beaches. With so many different islands to choose from, the Maldives has some of the most gorgeous and picturesque beaches around the world, which offer beautiful views of the ocean. Beyond these beaches though, the historical significance of the Maldives archipelago also affords visitors the chance to see some old architecture, including Buddhist temples and Islamic mosques.

    For some visitors, the Maldives archipelago is the definition of paradise, with everything that you could look for in a tropical getaway. Beyond the sandy beaches, the vast ocean is mostly clear water, allowing you to see deep down to the wildlife that surrounds the islands. There are tall palm trees to offer shade when the sun is too bright, and just before nightfall, there is the opportunity to see one of the most beautiful sunsets.

    6 Major Reasons that Brings People to the Maldives Archipelago

    1. Incredible Scenery

    As mentioned above, the scenery in this area of the world is hard to match, with iconic beaches and beautiful views of the ocean. Beyond just the water, there is also the old town feel that is hard to find elsewhere.

    2. Luxury

    Many of these islands offer some of the highest luxury for hotel guests, with great views of the ocean and service that you can only find in a paradise like this.

    3. Need of Privacy and Seclusion

    The Maldives attraction: white sand, crystal clear water and beautiful scenery
    If getting away from the masses of people is on your do-to list, the privacy offered by some of these islands is simply unmatched. Though some of the islands are heavily populated, many offer havens for those who want to just get away and escape the noise for some time.

    4. Culinary Delights

    Though this includes more than just seafood, the superb restaurants of the Maldives offer visitors a wonderful culinary experience.

    5. Honeymoon Destination

    Nothing is more romantic than a beautiful island getaway. With hotels that offer top quality experiences and the sandy beaches to match, a trip to the Maldives can be the perfect honeymoon getaway.

    6. Water Recreation

    Young lady snorkeling in the sea
    With vast amounts of ocean and white sandy beaches, water recreation is one of the major reasons to come to these islands. You can stroll along the beach and watch the sunset, but more importantly, you can enjoy diving, snorkeling, windsurfing and a variety of other water-related activities.

    Cruise to the Maldives

    Since many of the islands are so small, there are only so many things to do on each, which makes some people turn away for a more traditional vacation. Rather than staying an entire week or longer, taking a ship to the Maldives can be the perfect way to see this area. The water is clear and the temperatures are nice, which makes for perfect cruising waters.

    More importantly, visiting these islands by cruise ship usually will afford you the ability to visit more than one of the Maldives. This allows you to experience much more in the short time that you stop by, or you can choose to take a cruise that stops at many of the islands. Either way, this offers you the chance to see the many wonders of the Maldives archipelago without boring you over the repetition.

    Aerial view of Male
    Male, the Capital of the Maldives

    Arriving at these islands by ship also offers you the unique advantage of some specific ventures only given by your chosen cruise line. Some of these ships can offer diving tours or once in a lifetime historical sightseeing that you would not get on your own. Of course, these individual lines also offer unique onboard adventures and amenities, depending on which one you choose.

    Best of all, visiting the Maldives by ship gives you an all-inclusive food and shelter package, which allows you to see the sights without having to break the bank for hotels and restaurants.

    When you are looking to take a cruise to the Maldives, there are a plethora of major cruise lines that take the journey. Just to name a few, there is Seabourn, MSC Cruises, Princess Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Oceania Cruises and Costa Cruises. No matter which one you choose, you can find that these islands offer a very pleasant and relaxing cruise experience.

    Regardless of whether you choose to take a brief trip by cruise or plan on staying longer, the Maldives are must visit at least once in your lifetime.

    View All Cruises
    Powered by Cruiseline.com



    CruiseDirect.com - click here!

    SIGN UP FOR THE TOP CRUISE DEALS!

    Quality cruise deals we send are made to give you a memorable vacation!

    We will use the information you provide on this form to send you great cruise deals via e-mail.

    We use MailerLite as our marketing automation platform. By clicking below to submit this form, you acknowledge that the information you provide will be transferred to MailerLite for processing in accordance with their Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

    Thank you!

    You have successfully joined our subscriber list.

    View All Cruises
    Powered by Cruiseline.com
    Cruise Panorama Categories
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Pinterest
    • Instagram
    Cruise Travel Magazine Tags
    Alaska Amber Cove Arctic Cruise Best Shore Excursions Best Things To Do Caribbean Cruise Destinations Caribbean Cruise Tips Carnival Cruise Line Ships Celebrity Cruise Reviews Costa Cruises Cruise News Cruise to Canada and New England Crystal Cruises Cuba Cruise Cuisines Cunard Ships Discover New Zealand Disney Cruise Line Vacations Disney Wish European Cruises Explore Australia Far East Destinations Global Destinations Good to Know Great Stirrup Cay Grenada Half Moon Cay Holland America Line Honeymoon Places Labadee Haiti Mediterranean Region Mexican Riviera MSC Cruises Norwegian Cruise Line Panama Canal & Central America Paul Gauguin Cruises Princess Cruises Private Islands Royal Caribbean International Spring Break Cruise St. Kitts The Bahamas Islands The Hawaiian Islands View Asia World Cruises
    Major Cruise Lines

    Royal Caribbean International
    Carnival Cruise Line
    Disney Cruise Line
    Celebrity Cruises
    Holland America Line
    Cunard
    Norwegian Cruise Line
    Princess Cruises
    MSC Cruises
    Virgin Voyages
    Costa Cruises

    Cruise Destinations

    Alaska
    Asia
    Australia and New Zealand
    Bahamas
    Caribbean
    Hawaii
    Mediterranean
    Bermuda
    Northern Europe
    Mexican Riviera
    Galapagos
    South America
    Panama Canal & Central America

    Private Islands

    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas
    Castaway Cay, Bahamas
    Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bahamas
    Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas
    Labadee, Haiti
    Princess Cays, Bahamas
    Harvest Caye, Belize
    Amber Cove, Dominican Republic
    Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve

    Please note
    We don’t charge any fees for visitors to use this website. We don't arrange trips or make other travel arrangements like a booking agent or representatives of a cruise line or travel agency. We update this website daily with rates and prices provided by our travel industry partners. It's important that all site visitors confirm specific deals with the booking agent or other partner that provides travel services. In addition, we aren't responsible for changes made by our partners to rates and prices throughout the day or any other content displayed or featured on their third-party websites.
    © All rights reserved - Cruise Panorama 2014 - 2023 – All-Round Online Cruise Travel Magazine
    • Contact Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

    Cookies are small files that are stored on your browser. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits, analyze how you use our website, and deliver relevant ads to you. For these reasons, we may share your site usage data with our social media, advertising and analytics partners. By clicking "Accept", you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. You can learn more about how we use cookies by visiting our "Privacy Policy" page. California residents can also exercise their personal information rights through the "Do not sell my personal information" page.
    Do not sell my personal information.
    SettingsAcceptDeclinePrivacy Policy
    Manage consent

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
    Non-necessary
    Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
    SAVE & ACCEPT