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Responsible travel in the Maldives
Caring for coral, wildlife and island communities while you travel, with practical steps that make a difference.
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Responsible tourism guide for Maldives visitors
How to visit the Maldives responsibly from Malaysia, covering reefs, wildlife rules, plastic, local island customs and where your money goes, with a before, during and after plan.
Read guideHow to snorkel without damaging coral in the Maldives
Practical reef-safe snorkelling for the Maldives, from gear fit and floating to entry points and sunscreen, with a step-by-step routine Malaysian beginners can follow.
Read guideSouth Ari whale shark protection: traveller checklist
A before, on-boat and in-water checklist for whale shark trips in South Ari: SAMPA-certified guides, the 3 m distance rule, group limits and what to ask operators.
Read guideHow to choose an ethical marine wildlife tour in the Maldives
A 10-point scorecard for picking ethical whale shark, manta, dolphin and turtle tours in the Maldives, with questions to ask operators and red flags to walk away from.
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