Maldives is a land blessed with sun kissed beaches, swaying palm trees, and clear blue waters. It is the ideal recipe when looking to relax, rejuvenate and pamper yourself. However in the recent past, Maldives has made a significant name for itself in terms of water sports. The natural lay out of the islands and the resorts ability to launch off the various sports, from their respective private islands is a further advantage.
Whilst snorkelling, scuba diving and diving are common and much loved due to the diversity in marine life in the waters of Maldives, more daring and adrenaline pumping sports are also vastly popular.

Of these, wakeboarding holds a special place as it certainly provides a great thrill for all those who participate. The sport is essentially a coming together of surfing, snowboarding and water skiing. The sport was originally called skurfing and got its present name in 1991 and was initiated because of the special boards that began to be in use for wakeboarding.
The wakeboard is made either of wood mixed with resin with a coating of fibre glass or a mixture of honeycomb and foam. This varies according to the rider’s preference as does the positioning of the fins and bindings as well as the weight and length of the board. Special boats designed specifically for wakeboarding are ideal especially if it’s your first time trying out the sport as the wake caused by the boat is then manageable to the novice.
Whatever your level of expertise however there is no doubt that the sport itself is highly addictive, challenging and a lot of fun. Many of the Maldives Resorts offer the sport together with experienced trainers and handlers as well as proper gear. Alternatively there are many independent water sports schools and businesses along the coast that also offer similar services.
Opting for Maldives Spa Resorts on your vacation to Maldives is ideal as it would give you the option of relaxation and sporting to choose from. The Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is such a choice which offers the very best in amenities and comfort.