Every room is supplied with mosquito kits including insect repellent candles just in case. If you are particularly sensitive to mosquitoes and plan to visit a local island, then it would be worth packing some repellent and cream for peace of mind.
Are mosquitos a problem in Maldives?
Are there a lot of mosquitoes in the Maldives? Well, this will depend mostly on the island, but yes, you can at least expect some mosquitoes here. They are more common on local islands than on resort islands, and there are a few measures you can take to prevent being bitten.
What should you not bring to the Maldives?
Prohibited ItemsIt is prohibited for tourists to bring firearms, alcoholic beverages, pork products, pornography and idols of worship into the Maldives. Additionally, strict penalties apply to those attempting to bring illegal drugs into the country.
What is the most common disease in Maldives?
Diseases: Maldives
- Chikungunya. This nasty little virus infects its victims through mosquito bites.
- Dengue Fever. This unpleasant virus is spread through mosquito bites; it's usually mild but it can be fatal.
- Measles. …
- Travellers' Diarrhoea. …
- Tuberculosis. …
- Typhoid. …
- Zika. …
- Pneumococcal Disease.
Are sharks in Maldives harmful?
Yes, it is normally safe to swim with sharks in the Maldives. The majority of sharks found in the area are non-aggressive and do not pose a threat to humans. However, it is most important to always exercise caution and follow the Maldives local guidelines when swimming with sharks.
Do you get mosquitoes in the Maldives?
What should I be careful of in Maldives?
Public demonstrations can occur throughout Maldives and may become violent. Avoid areas impacted by demonstrations and follow the advice of local authorities (see 'Safety'). We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Maldives due to the risk of civil unrest and the threat of terrorism.
Is there a risk of yellow fever in Maldives?
There is no risk of Yellow Fever in Maldives. Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over 1 year of age arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and for travellers having transited more than 12 hours through the airport of a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Why can’t you wear shoes in the Maldives?
You may have heard this expression before for Maldives. The fine white sand is very smooth and doesn't get hot, because it is made of the corals and shells, hence your feet will not be burnt even when the temperatures are high. So you don't really need any shoes in Maldives.
What shots do you need for the Maldives?
Courses or boosters usually advised: Tetanus. Other vaccines to consider: Hepatitis A; Hepatitis B; Typhoid. Selectively advised vaccines – only for those individuals at highest risk: none.
Do you need malaria tablets for Maldives?
There is no Malaria in the Maldives, but depending upon the time of year you are travelling you may wish to adopt bite avoidance measures. No risk of malaria in Maldives so antimalarials are not required, but please follow the bite avoidance measures below.
Do you get great whites in the Maldives?
There are no resident sharks in the Maldives; however, several species of sharks visit the country during their migrations. The largest population of sharks visiting the Maldives is the great white shark, which can be found in abundance off the coasts of North Africa, Europe and Asia.