For paddling, swimming or snorkeling pack dive shoes or similar, as the coral will hurt your feet.
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The Maldives is a Muslim country; while bathing suits and summer clothing are tolerated on the major resort islands, you need to cover up if you're staying at a local-owned guesthouse or resort. Nudity (like topless sunbathing) is against the law.
Whilst it is acceptable for men to wear T Shirts and shorts or swim shorts; females should avoid causing offence by maintaining a more conservative approach to clothes by wearing T Shirts, loose shorts or sarongs and avoid wearing bikinis and swimwear unless on an uninhabited island, picnic island, sandbank, dive boat ...
As Maldives straddle the Equator, the temperature hardly varies throughout the year so you can visit at any time and it will be around 25 to 32 degrees C (77 to 90 degrees F). The sea is also always warm (27-30 degrees C or 80-86 degrees F).
With more than 500 known shark species in the world, Maldives is home to a relatively small diversity of the species – 26 in fact. Ranging from the gentle giants of the sea – the whale shark – through to the blacktip reef shark, if you're hoping to meet some sea predators during your trip, you'll probably be in luck.
Drinking water: Water on the resort islands and in Male is desalinated and purified and can be drunk from the tap, but it can have a strong taste because of the processing it has received and most guests prefer to drink bottled water. Tap water is absolutely fine for brushing teeth.
Roaming your Maldives resort island barefoot can be a beautiful, freeing experience if you're used to squeezing your feet into heels all day long. Many studies are now showing that a barefoot connection with the ground brings with it a whole host of health benefits too.
Drinking water: Water on the resort islands and in Male is desalinated and purified and can be drunk from the tap, but it can have a strong taste because of the processing it has received and most guests prefer to drink bottled water. Tap water is absolutely fine for brushing teeth.
What shall I wear in the Maldives? Carry light clothes, and you can wear T-shirts and short-sleeved cotton shirts, and occasionally vest tops, which on some islands are seen as inappropriate for the evening. Ladies can prefer wearing everything from smart shorts and T-shirts to long floaty dresses, skirts or trousers.
In the Maldives, it is appropriate for men to wear shorts (knee length) and t-shirts. Women in particular should take care to stay covered though, so always wear over-the-shoulder longer dresses, shirts and trousers. Never wear skimpy swimwear unless it is clearly marked that it is okay to do so.
When choosing what to wear in the Maldives the basic rule of thumb is relaxed dress, although the islands vary slightly. Modesty is expected and nudity – including females going topless – is an absolute no-no, so be conservative and you won't offend.