Surrounded by the clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, the Maldives offers an idyllic getaway amidst unspoilt beaches and breathtaking natural beauty. Made up of twenty-six atolls, the Maldives is home to many enchanting islands with lush greenery as well as rich bio diversity. A great way to experience this fascinating flora and fauna by is going on a nature trail in Maldives.
One such area blessed with long stretches of soft sandy beach, picturesque scenery, varied animal species including colourful marine life is Kuramathi Island. A part of Rasdhoo Atoll, this verdant island which is around 1.8 kilometres long has a captivating nature trail and is an ideal place to visit for couples, families and nature lovers alike.
A unique feature of Kuramathi is that the vegetation here is mostly in its original state, giving visitors a chance to truly appreciate the untamed natural beauty. The islands family friendly nature trail takes one on an enthralling journey along parts of a wild forest which provides a distinctive look into the natural diversity of the Maldives. While the trail has informative boards along its path, one will also come across specially set up areas which provide more interactive elements.
Around 40 of the 200 plant species found here are originally from the island with the rest being introduced later on. Species found here include coconut palms, banyan trees, beach heliotropes and a shrub known as iron wood which can be seen along the shore.
The forest area of the island is also home to several bird and animal species that one may come across while walking the trail. The white breasted waterhen, the grey heron and the Asian koel are among the bird species of Kuramathi, while the land hermit crab, the colourful oriental garden lizard and the fruit bat are among the other animals that can be spotted here.
Travellers looking to experience the countrys stunning natural beauty can stay at a
Maldives island resort which gives one a chance to enjoy a laidback holiday by the sea. One of the best
resorts Maldives has to offer, Kuramathi Island Resort is an ideal base for those wanting to walk along the islands scenic nature trail.
