Excursions
Here at Centara Ras Fushi we have an extensive choice of excursions which will show you the very best of what the Maldives has to offer including fishing, local island visit, dolphin cruises and shark experiences. Our well-equipped boats are ready and waiting to whisk you away. They have modern facilities and luxury amenities to ensure that your experience is an enjoyable one. Let us know your specifications and capacity requirements and we’ll suggest the ideal vessel for you. All of our stylish fleet offers you the very latest in comfort and luxury. Get ready to embark upon the trip of a lifetime.
Semi Submarine
The SEMI SUBMARINE is completely new, different and exciting allowing guests to go on a dive without even getting wet! While the upper body of the vessel remains above the sea surface at all times, the bottom part is 1.3 meter below and, through large windows of the underwater hull, enables you to enjoy spectacular views of the underwater ecosystem thus creating the illusion of a real submarine dive. She is the only vessel where you sit below the sea surface and feel like you are actually diving.
Big Game Fishing
Venture out onto the ocean in search of big game including wahoo, marlin and tuna on board one of our powerful vessels, specially designed for big game fishing in the Maldivian waters. The stylish boats are fully fitted with modern fishing equipment and also have refreshments and other amenities on board in order to ensure your trip is a comfortable one. There’s nothing like the thrill of reeling in a big catch and then celebrating on board with your new found friends.
Turtle Quest
The favourite of many, the green sea turtles. One of the most friendly and inquisitive animals living in the sea, take a snorkelling trip to our special spot. Where 95% of the time we are able to view turtles. Only a short boat trip away this is one of the most easy and relaxing trips we offer.
Night Snorkelling
Have you ever wondered what goes on underwater once the sun has set? The thought of entering our warm waters at night seems mysterious yet so alluring. At night you drop into a whole new wonderful world and watch it come to life under the light of your torch, the colours are even more vibrant at night. The reef changes as day creatures retire and nocturnal organisms emerge to feed, from the tiniest boxer shrimp to predator fish looking for their next meal. We begin at dusk and end with a sky of twinkling stars, not to be missed.
Whale Shark Excursion
Whale sharks are the largest fish on the planet, they can grow up to 14m long – no need to be afraid of these gentle giants though, they are filter-feeders. They move slowly and eat plankton and microscopic plants and creatures. The Maldives is the only place in the world with a year-round population of these gentle giants. They move slowly and eat plankton and microscopic plants and creatures. Since they are wild animals, there’s no guarantee of a definite sighting, but we know the best spots to try to find them. Our day trip to Maamagili takes two hours in each direction but if your luck is in, you just might be rewarded with one of the most incredible experiences of your lifetime as you snorkel alongside one of the most impressive creatures in the ocean. This excursion is only available as a private trip.
Local Island Visit
Experience the real Maldives on this visit to a local island. You’ll be welcomed to the island with a fresh coconut drink before you set off to explore. The trip includes a visit to a local house, souvenir shops and a boatyard where traditional boat-building skills are still used today. Wander down sandy streets, watch fishermen bringing back their catches of the day, women playing ‘bashi’ and children on their way to school. Discover the laid-back pace of island life, where Maldivians live a simple, and often traditional, life a world away from the luxury resorts their country is famous for.
Malé Visit
Here is your chance to visit this amazingly small but buzzing capital city which has been extended by reclaiming land from the ocean and once there was no more space for outward expansion the city continued to grow, upwards. Discover the culture, historical sites and daily life including a 17th Century mosque hewn from intricately-carved coral slabs (Old Friday Mosque), the imposing Grand Friday Mosque and Islamic Centre capped with golden domes, the new National Museum and stately Presidential residences. Other highlights include the bustling fish market which is packed with enormous tuna and sailfish as well as smaller catches such as grouper and snapper. Then enjoy a relaxing break alongside the city-dwellers in a traditional Maldivian tea shop.
Dolphin Quest
Join us during sunset as we set out, across the ocean in search for dolphins, some of the most characterful creatures in the Maldives. Since dolphins are wild creatures there’s no guarantee of seeing them but more often that not you’ll be rewarded with the sight of large pods of dolphins swimming together. Watch them play in the bow wave of the boat; sometimes they jump up out of the water and spin in excitement. Refreshments and snacks of cake and fresh fruit are provided onboard on request, making the cruise a memorable experience.
Sunset Cruise
It doesn’t get much more romantic that sailing away into the sunset together! Enjoy one of the most amazing spectacles in the Maldives – this romantic excursion takes you on a cruise across the glassy ocean at sunset. Champagne and canapés are served as you and your partner admire the colours on display as the sun slowly depends and turns the sky pink and gold. From the boat there is a 360º view and stunning reflections in the ocean. Sunset tends to be a good time for dolphin-spotting too, so you may be rewarded by the unforgettable sight of dolphins cruising and jumping through the waves. Private Sunset Cruise is also available on request.
Sunset Fishing
Traditional Maldivian line fishing is an art, one that local fishermen have been practising for generations. Head out to sea just before sunset on this uniquely Maldivian fishing adventure. As day slowly turns to night you can cast your lines, without a rod, into the sea under the expert guidance of our Maldivian fishing expert dressed in a traditional sarong. Refreshments are provided on board during the trip. On return to the island your catch can be professionally prepared by our chefs in the restaurant for a supplement.
Snorkelling Excursion
Visit the Dive Centre to pick-up your snorkelling gears and ask our friendly staff for the schedule of snorkelling trips. Hop on a dhoni and join any of the exciting snorkelling trips we offer and discover the vibrant marine life within the surrounding Male atoll. Depending on your interest, there are different kinds of snorkelling trips that we offer. Choose to stay close and join the guided housereef snorkelling trip or set out on an snorkelling adventure in search for manta rays, stingrays or reef sharks. If you can’t get enough with one trip you can always double the fun with our snorkelling extravaganza trip and visit two spots in one trip.