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The Maldives boasts some of the best scuba diving in the world, between coral reef gardens and the rare opportunity to dive with whale sharks and manta rays. Not surprisingly, every top resort has PADI certified instructors who can teach children as young as eight as well as offer advanced courses such as Rescue Dive training. Experienced divers should bring documentation of their ability. Beginners can often complete some training online in advance of their arrival so they can speed up certification. Check with your resort ahead of time. In busy periods, it is wise to book dive times, especially for special activities like night dives, in advance of arrival.

Written by Melissa Biggs Bradley

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