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Maldives were amazing !

Both Vilamendhoo or Kuramathi have lots to see underwater.
Vilamendhoo has a house reef down both sides of the island and some quite strong tides, whilst Kuramathi is much larger, but with a reef only along one side.

Kuramathi is larger and more commercialised, but has a bio station with resident marine biologist, which is useful for finding out a little more about the wild life. The biologist also runs snorkelling trips and gives evening lectures.

From Kuramathi we also did a day trip to another island (can't remember its name right now) which, unlike most of the islands, had been virtually un touched by coral bleaching - the coral was stunning - well worth a visit.

Coming from the UK I couldn't believe the 40 - 50 ft visibility and 30 C water!

Oh well - back to 15C water and 12 ft vis !