Maldives, officially called the Republic of Maldives, is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean. Legendary as the most preferred tropical island destination for years, Maldives boasts some of the planet’s best beaches. The crystal-clear turquoise waters and powdery snow-white sands are what make millions of travelers flock to the Maldives every year. The island nation of Maldives gets most of its income from tourism, second to income derived from fishing activities.
One of the most heavenly locations on earth, Cocoa Island is part of the Maldives in the Indian Ocean. Located in the South Malé Atoll in the Maldives Islands, Cocoa Island is an exquisite island paradise. In the west is the Kandooma Channel, one of the best dive sites in the world, and on the other side is a tranquil reef that is perfect for snorkeling. Cocoa Island is an unspoiled island, and the strict eco-policy enforced ensures that the natural environment remains pristine.
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How to Get There
The Maldives consists of numerous islands and atolls that include Cocoa Island. From the International Airport located in Malé, Cocoa Island is just a 30-minute speedboat ride away.
Airlines like Emirates, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sri Lankan Airlines, and Air India operate flights to the Maldives. There are also direct flights to the Maldives from a range of destinations including London, New York, and Singapore.
Accommodation Options
Dhonis
Accommodation options in Cocoa Island are excellent and offer guests a taste of the culture of the locale. The accommodation is housed in unique suites, which are in local fishing boats known as Dhoni. These are reminiscent of Kerala houseboats. Staying in Dhoni villas is an incomparable experience. These suites are built right in the sea with water below, and wooden walkways connect the Dhonis together and to the beach.
These Dhonis have full-length glass windows, and the views afforded from these of the ocean and the astoundingly beautiful horizon are breathtaking. Each Dhoni suite has an exclusive private deck, which is an amazing place to catch the sun or take dips in privacy. There are also some villas and many other forms of accommodation.
What to Do?
There is a huge variety of activities you can indulge in if you are bored of lying on the beach, taking in the sun, and swimming in the crystal-clear waters. This is the location of the best diving spot in the world, the Kandooma Channel, and many consider it one of the most beautiful locations for diving. The coral reef is a truly magical place to go diving in and is a perfect location to see a multitude of sea animals and the marine wealth that the Maldives is known for worldwide.
There is also a brilliant snorkeling location to the east of Kandooma Channel, and many people love this location more than other places because of the turquoise waters. The marine wealth is also notable.
Windsurfing is another favorite activity indulged in by visitors to this island. The perfect breezes for this activity are found here, and windsurfers find their paradise in Cocoa Island. Paragliding is also a popular activity.
The waters of Cocoa Island are perfect for deep-sea fishing, as they are filled with marine life, offering a perfect bounty for fishermen who indulge in deep-sea fishing.
There is a water sports center, where one can practice a wide range of activities, rent equipment, and receive guidance. Activities such as diving, deep-sea fishing, snorkeling, catamaran sailing, and more are available at the water sports center, at the heart of the island.
There is also yoga, gymnasiums, fitness centers, massage centers, salons, beauty treatments, meditation centers, and hydrotherapy pools provided for this purpose, as well as a hotel boutique at Cocoa Island.
