Resort Compendium

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INFORMATION & RESORT SERVICES

Dear Guests,

I would like to extend my personal welcome to you and thank you for choosing Centara Ras Fushi
Resort & Spa for your Maldivian experience.
While staying here with us in paradise, please allow me to assure you that the entire team’s priority
is to ensure a wonderful stay. If you require assistance during your stay, please do not hesitate to
contact any of my team members or myself at your convenience.
Hopefully, we will make you discover not only a great location but also the feeling of warmth and care
that comes naturally from Centara Team. Please respect the pristine environment we proudly have
here and assist us in preserving the coral by not walking on it or breaking off any. Please also help us
preserve the natural inhabitants of the lagoon by not fishing or taking any crayfish from the lagoon.
All the comprehensive array of services and information at our resort is in the Hotel Directory. Please
do not hesitate to contact us by dialing“2”should you need assistance. It is our pleasure to take care
of you always.

I hope that you enjoy your holiday here as much as we enjoy having you staying with us.

Warm regards,

Prapaijit Thongma
Area General Manager

Welcome to

Set on a pristine island in North Male’ Atoll, just over 20-25 minutes away from Male’ International
Airport (Velana International Airport) by speedboat, Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa - Maldives offers
a relaxing and inspiring holiday experience along with plenty of opportunities to indulge, play and
rejuvenate at the superb well-being area, including SPA Cenvaree.
Designed as an adult-oriented destination, although offering couples the option to travel with one
young adult (12-16 years), the resort features 140 villas located beachside or set above the lagoon.
The resort is perfectly located to enjoy some of the Maldives’ most sought-after diving spots:
Giraavaru Cave and Kuda Haa 10 minutes away from the resort, and Lion’s Head, Kiki Reef (Hans
Haas Place) and Shark Point approximately 20 minutes away from the resort; complemented by a
PADI Dive Centre and a myriad of water sports on offer.
Besides great facilities and a variety of dining options, the resort offers a choice of meal plans to suit
guests’ every need, with ‘Half Board’, ‘All-inclusive’, and ‘Gold All-inclusive’ for a more unbridled
holiday.

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USEFUL INFORMATION

USEFUL INFORMATION

A Brief History of the Maldives

The Maldives is an archipelago of over 1190 islands forming 26 coral atolls spread over the equator
off the south-west tip of India. With a population of over 300,000 people living on 202 islands, the
Maldives is a melting–pot of many cultures. The earliest inhabitants came from south India and Sri
Lanka, followed in the 12th century by sailors from Arabian countries and East Africa, who deeply
influenced and had a profound effect on the culture that is very much evident today. The Portuguese
once ruled the Maldives, but the country was liberated in 1573 by Muhammad Thakurfar Al-Aaam,
who was offered the throne and ruled the country, later becoming the country’s national hero. A
British Protectorate was established in 1887 and lasted until July 26th 1965, when the Maldives
celebrated its independence.

Today, the Maldives is a republic, butithas not always been as such. According to Maldivian legend,
the Sultanate began with the arrival of Sinhalese prince who was stranded in a lagoon with his bride,
the daughter of a Sri Lankan king. The Sinhalese prince then decided to settle in the Maldives and
proclaimed himself Sultan. It was only as recently as 1968 that the Sultanate was finally abolished,
and the fledgling Republic was given official status.

History of Giraavrau Island

According to tradition and the
claims of the Giraavaru
people, they were the ancient
owners and rulers of the
Maldives. Then a visiting
foreign prince (Koimala Kalo)
and his entourage asked for
and were given their
permission to settle on the
neighboring island of Male''.

Giraavaru island was much
bigger, housing magnificent
buildings and temples in
those days, as the
surrounding lagoon still
testifies. Changing weather
patterns gradually eroded the bulk of the island, which was once the capital of a proud and
civilized people.

Giraavaru island is on the western side of the lagoon of North Male'
Atoll. It is not clear whether or not Giraavaru was its original name.
Giraa means 'eroding' in the Maldivian language. It was thought that
the island was called Giraavaru because it was gradually being eroded
away into the sea. It is quite possible that the name proceeded the
word. Indeed the word 'giraa' may have been coined as a result of the
natural calamity that was claiming an important island.

Overtaken by Immigrants Giraavaru woman
The descendants of the foreign settlers soon took advantage of the
environmental plight of the Giraavaru people and subjected them to
their rule. Until the twentieth century, the Giraavaru people displayed
recognizable physical, linguistic and cultural differences to the rest of
the Maldives islanders.

Social Differences
The most celebrated difference was that while the rest of the Maldives islanders were polygamous
according to Islamic custom, and boasted the highest divorce rate in the world, the Giraavaru
people were strictly monogamous and did not permit divorce.

The Giraavaru dialect was very unusual for a community that lived only a few kilometers from
Male'. They had a slightly different vocabulary and some consonants were different from the
standard Maldives language. For instance, they used the sound r instead of the sound lh.

They put the accent on different syllables and because of this, the other Maldivians thought they
had shrill voices. Their folklore was preserved in song and dance. Their music was audibly different
from that of the other islanders.

Giraavaru Attire
The attire of the women was similar to the rest of the Maldives islanders, particularly that of the
Male' middle classes. However there were visible differences. They tied their hair in a bun on the

left hand side, while most of the other Maldives islanders tied theirs on the right hand side or the
back. They wore unusual jeweler.

The most distinct items were necklaces of tiny blue beads which no other Maldives islanders wore.
They also wore a number of silver bangles on both wrists. These were made of strips of metal
about 8 millimeters in width bent into circular bangles with the ends left without being soldered
together. They wore four to five per wrist.

Political System A feMale'-dominated monogamous culture in a
The Giraavaru people were a community world of Male'-dominated polygamy
headed always by a woman. It was the only
island in the Maldives where the sultan's civil
authority was deputized always to a woman.

The sultans of the Maldives seemed to recognize the autonomy of the Giraavaru people and did
not apply quite the same laws on them as they did on the rest of their realm. The Giraavaru people
never seemed to fully recognize the sovereignty of the sultans.

In the presence of the Male' nobility, the Giraavaru people were self-assured and never showed
any signs of intimidation as did the lower classes of Male' and the other Maldives islanders. The
Giraavaru people had ready access to those who were in power and thought of themselves as
equals with the ruling elite.

Language Status
Ordinary Maldivians were required to address the Male' nobility in a different level of speech. The
Giraavaru people did not observe this custom and addressed the Male' nobility as they would
address themselves. The nobility did not challenge this attitude and always chose to ignore it. Any
other lesser Maldivian who displayed this type of self-assured confidence would have found him or
herself in deep trouble.

Common citizens of Male', who regarded the Giraavaru people as an inferior race, seemed to
resent the apparent privileges enjoyed by them under the sultans, and mocked them mercilessly. It
was believed that the Giraavaru people were mortally scared of frogs. In order to tease and
victimize them, Male' folk would throw frogs at them.

Final Change Dr Abdullah Waheed MD offered the following
Things changed since 1932 when a written genetic evidence:

constitution was adopted. The customary rights

of the indigenous Giraavaru people were not

recognized in that document. Any rights they The Maldivian population has an 18%
seemed to have enjoyed under the absolute thalassemia carrier rate. But the Giraavaru

rule of the sultans were extinguished by population has a rate of almost 0. This shows
default. that they are not only a separate group, but
also that they have managed to preserve their
In 1968 they were forced to abandon their racial characteristics intact throughout the
Island under an Islamic regulation that did not ages against all odds.

recognize communities with less than 40 adult Male's who could form a quorum at the Friday

prayers. The Giraavaru people were ferried across the lagoon to Hulhule' island. When the airport

there was extended they were shifted across to Male' and housed in a few blocks in newly

reclaimed areas in the Maafanu district.

Irreversible Extinction
The proud Giraavaru elders tried very hard to preserve their culture, but their youth very quickly
lost their sense of identity and were soon assimilated into the Male' culture. The former
headwoman (Fooruma-dhaita) of Giraavaru lamented to me when I was visiting Male' in 1977, that
the first ever Giraavaru divorce was registered recently. She was appalled. An ancient and proud
culture was thus wiped from the face of the earth in the latter years of the twentieth century.

The island of Giraavaru is now a tourist resort managed by Centara Hotels & Resorts

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TIENL-ERPHOOONME DSIENRIVNICGES

TELEPHONE SERVICES

It is our responsibility to guarantee you a carefree vacation in the Maldives. Please find below all
the useful telephone numbers you might need to make your vacation more enjoyable. Please feel
free to contact our Guest Relations Department by dialing “2” anytime for any inquiry.

Inter-Villa & Dialing Out

➢ Inter Villa:
If you would like to call the guests in another villa, please add “5” in front of their “villa number”.
For example, if you would like to call the guests in the villa No. 309, please dial “5309”.

➢ Dialing Out (Locally):
If you would like to call other land lines or cell phone numbers in the Maldives, please add “9” before
the “phone number”.

➢ Dialing Out (Internationally):
If you would like to call other international phone numbers outside the Maldives, please dial “900+
country code+ phone number”.

➢ Charges:
Please understand that all local and international phone calls are chargeable. Please contact our
Guest Relations Department by dialing “2” for further information.

Useful Hotel Extension Numbers

Our team members are more than happy to assist you in making your stay perfect. Dial the extension
numbers below to make your requests efficient and effective. If you require any assistance in
telephone services from your Villa, please contact the Telephone Operator on extension “0”

Department Direct Extension
Telephone Operators 0
Reception & Guest Relations 2
2
Emergency 2
For Restaurant Reservation 2
3
Excursion Reservation 4
In Villa Dining 5
Housekeeping
Spa Cenvaree

Numbers of Airlines Offices in Maldives Phone Number
300 5577
Airlines 331 7117
Air Asia
Bangkok Airways (City Office) 332 7720 or 332 7737
British Airways 300 9449
Cathay Pacific 331 5465
Emirates Airlines 300 6622
Etihad Airways

Jet Airways 334708/709
Korean Air 300 7079
Qatar Airways 333 4777
Indian Airlines (City Office)
Malaysian Airlines 332 3003 or 332 3004 or 331 4466
Maldivian Airlines 333 2555
Oman Air 333 5544
Singapore Airlines 300 6626
Spice Jet
Sri Lankan Airlines (City Office) 332 0777 or 332 0994
Sri Lankan Airlines (Airport Office) 332 3069
Turkish Airlines
332 3402 or 330 2003
International Airport in Maldives 331 5508
Airport 333 98 49

International Male’ Airport (Operator) Phone Number
Male Airport (Direct Inward Dialing) 333 8800 or 332 5511

Banks in Maldives 332 2211
Bank
Phone Number
Bank of Maldives (Head Office) 3330100
Bank of Ceylon 3314764
3323052
State Bank of India 333 0770
HSBC 330 5656
332 5555
Mauritius Bank
Maldives Islamic Bank Phone Number
331 3553
Hospitals in Male
Hospital 333 5335

A D K Hospital (Private) 300 2255
Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital 335 1610

(Government/Public)
Medical Hospital

Tree Top Hospital (Private)

International Dialing Codes and Time Differences

Country Code Time difference

Australia 61 + 3 – 5.5 hours
Austria 43 - 3 hours
Bangladesh 880 + 1 hour
Belgium 32 - 3 hours
Brazil 55 -9-7 hours
Canada 1 - 12- 7.5 hours
China 86 + 3 hours
Cyprus 357 - 2 hours
Denmark 45 - 3 hours
Finland 358 - 2 hours
France 33 - 3 hours
Germany 49 - 3 hours
Greece 30 - 2 hours
Hong Kong 852 + 3 hours
Italy 39 - 3 hours
Ireland 353 - 4 hours
Israel 972 - 2 hours
Japan 81 + 4 hours
Jordan 962 - 2 hours
Kuwait 965 - 2 hours
Lebanon 961 - 2 hours
Mexico 52 -10-12 hours
Malaysia 60 + 3 hours
Nepal 977 + 45 minutes
New Zealand 64 - 7 hours
Norway 47 - 3 hours
Oman 968 - 1 hour
Philippines 63 + 3 hours

Poland 48 - 3 hours
Portugal 351 - 4 – 5 hours
Qatar 974 - 2 hours
Russia 7 + 8 - 1 hours
Singapore 65 + 3 hours
Slovenia 386 - 3 hours
South Africa 27 - 3 hours
South Korea 82 + 4 hours
Spain 34 - 3 - 4 hours
Switzerland 41 - 3 hours
Taiwan 886 + 3 hours
Thailand 66 + 2 hours
Turkey 90 - 2 hours
UAE 971 - 1 hour
UK 44 - 4 hour
Ukraine 380 - 2 hours
USA 1 -9-15 hours

A-Z DIRECTORY OF SERVICES

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Adaptors In the Maldives, three-pin power plugs are commonly used. If your electrical
device has a different power plug, your room is supplied with one. Please
let reception know if you would like additional adapters. The electricity is at
220 volts. Please check your device or product manufacturer if your
appliance is compatible with this load.

Air Conditioning The remote control for your private air conditioning is located next to your
bed. Please call reception on extension “2” if you experience any difficulty.

Alcohol The Maldives exercise very strict laws for the control of alcohol, and
Maldivians are not permitted to consume alcoholic beverages.

Account Your provisional bill will be presented for your perusal in the evening prior
to your departure. Please take a few minutes to check the details to ensure
a smooth check out on the following day.

B

Baggage Services A 24-hour baggage service is available, and our trained bellboys are on
standby to anticipate your needs. Please call reception on extension “2”
should you require this service. On departure, our bellboys will collect your
luggage from your room.

Banks Please see the Phone Directory section for bank details and contact
numbers. Further information is also available at reception.

Beach We maintain our beaches to keep them looking clean and neat at all times,
and we request all our guests to help us by avoiding littering, not only in
our resort but on the surrounding islands as well.

Boats & Excursions For any excursion and activity please refer to the Recreation & Excursion
section of this compendium or contact guest relations on extension “2”.
Reservations can be made in person at reception.

Bathrobes The bathrobe is provided only to Premium Rooms & VIP guests. If you wish
to purchase one, it is available at our boutique.

Breakfast Breakfast is served daily at Oceans Restaurant from 07:00 to 10:00 hrs.
For In Villa Dining, please refer to In Villa Dinning Menu.

Boutique Shop The Boutique is opened daily and has a lavish selection of local
handicrafts, international fashion collection and a selection of toiletries,
sunscreens, snacks and hygiene products.

C

Cashier A 24-hour cashier is located at the reception for your convenience.

Check Out time The resort’s check-out time is 12.00hrs. Late check-out may be possible
depending on occupancies. Please check with reception the day before
departure, charges apply. We also offer a day lounge with shower facilities.
Please contact reception or extension “2”.

Credit Cards All major credit cards are accepted in our resort. However, credit cards may
not be accepted on local islands.

Coral & Sea Shells Removing or damaging coral and sea shells is forbidden by the Tourism
Law. Hence, we request all our guests to respect our marine environment.
Exporting of any coral or sea shells from the Maldives is forbidden, and we
urge you to refrain from taking any to the airport when you depart because
they will be confiscated by officials.

Currency Exchange Currency exchange service is available at the reception. The exchange rates
are based on those issued by the Maldives Monitory Authority as that is the
Central Bank of Maldives. Only some currencies are accepted and please
note, that damaged bank notes and ones older than 1996 are not accepted
in Maldives. Please consult reception.

D

Dietary Requirements Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or

restrictions, such as intolerance to gluten, nuts or shellfish. Our team of

chefs will be happy to arrange special meals that are tailored to your specific
needs. Please call guest relations on extension “2” should you require any

assistance.

Doctor The resort has a well-stocked and fully-equipped clinic. Please contact
reception on extension “2” should you require our doctor’s services. For local
hospital phone number, please see the Phone Directory section in this
compendium.

Dress Code T-shirts and shorts and other light cotton clothes are the most suitable.
Nudity is forbidden in all areas and modest clothing of non see-through
material (especially for ladies) is recommended when visiting all inhabited
islands.

In respect to your fellow guests, our resort adheres to the following Dress
Code Policy applied for all dining outlets:

Tank tops Swim wear
Torn clothes Towels

Bath robes Wet clothes
Those are NOT allowed in all dining areas

Drinking Water Complimentary house bottled mineral water is provided in your villa. This
will be replenished daily during your stay. Should you require more, please
feel free to request from reception.

DVDs A selection of DVDs is available at reception for you to borrow during your
stay. Please note, that some of your own DVD’s might not work due to
zoning.

Electricity E
Environment
Electricity supply in the Maldives is 220V.
Emergency
E-Zone At Centara, we are very aware of our beautiful environmental surroundings.
We consciously make efforts to conserve the environment in small ways, for
First Aid example, producing our own drinking water in glass bottles. Please help us
Fitness Centre conserve our environment.

Housekeeping In the event of emergency, please dial ‘’2’’ from any resort phone. For more
Hair Dryer information please refer to the Emergency & Safety section.
Internet
E-Zone for ages 12-17 provides teenagers and adults their own area to hang
In Villa Dining out and play. More details are available at E-Zone.
Jogging
F
Laundry
Life Jackets Should you require first aid, please dial ‘’2’’.

Located next to the Spa Cenvaree, our fitness centre is open daily from
06:00hrs. to 21.00hrs.

H

Housekeeping is available throughout your stay to assist in any possible
way. Please feel free to make your own request known by dialling ‘’2’’.

A hair dryer is provided in each villa.

I

WI-Fi service is available in your villa and at all public areas in the resort.
Please note this connection is only strong enough for basic browsing and
not streaming or downloading as it is satellite based not fibre optic into the
resort. Kindly contact guest relations on extension “2” for further
information.

Our In Villa Dining service is available, please dial “3”.

J

Please remember the effect of the heat and humidity whilst running. A
comfortable trail leads you in about 4 minutes around the island.

L

The resort has modern and well equipped laundry services. Please refer to
the laundry list in your wardrobe for the range and prices of services
provided. Please contact housekeeping should you require any assistance.

Your room has been supplied with two life jackets located in the cupboard.

Lost and Found Please feel free to use due to strong currents, however note this jacket is
Mini-bar also your emergency jacket thus take care not to lose it. Charge may apply
if lost or damaged.
Nudity
Operator Should you have any items missing during your stay with us, please contact
Photocopying reception ‘’2’’.
Reservations
Restaurants M

Speed Boat The in-room mini-bar is stocked with a variety of snacks and refreshing
Safety Box beverages. Please consult the in room mini-bar list for the charges.
Sun Care Should you wish for it to be restocked or stocked with your preference,
please contact reception ‘’2’’.

N

We would like to remind you that public nudity is not permitted in the
Maldives.

O

To reach the operator, please dial ‘’0’’.

P

Photocopying services are available at reception.

R

Our reservation team is available for any assistance that you may require in
terms of making an advanced booking for your family or friends and for your
next stay. The reservation email address is [email protected].

Reservations are not required for the Oceans Restaurant. Our specialty
restaurants La Brezza, Suan Bua and Al Khaimah, require reservations.
Please contact reception ‘’2’’ or ask our team in the restaurants.

S

All transfers from Male to Centara Ras Fushi are expedited through the
speed boat. Please be informed that your return transfer timing will be
confirmed the evening prior to your departure.

For your convenience, we have an electronic safe placed in your villa, which
can be used to keep your valuables. Please note that the resort will not be
responsible for any loss of valuables that are not secured safely.

The Maldives is situated very close to the equator where the sun’s rays can
be harmful to unprotected skin. We, therefore, advise you to use sun lotion

Swimming with at least a SPF30+ protection. A wide range of sun lotions are available
at our Boutique.
Smoking
Please exercise care and common sense when swimming in the lagoon or
Tailoring snorkelling on the house reef. Do not touch the coral or sea creatures as
Telephone some are venomous and do not swim if the sea is too rough. Always let
Television someone know of your whereabouts. Never swim in the open ocean beyond
Torchlight the safety of the house reef.
Wake-Up Calls
Water Smoking inside the rooms is prohibited. Any damage inside the room
Wine because of smoking is chargeable. You are welcome to smoke on the room
balcony, but please keep the doors closed, and designated smoking areas in
the resort.

T

Should you require the services of a tailor, please call guest relations on
extension “2” for further information.

A telephone is situated in your villa. Please refer to the Telephone Services
section of this compendium for a list of international dialling codes. All calls
will be charged to your master bill.

Please call guest relations on extension “2” if you experience any difficulty
operating the system.

A torch is situated in your villa for use during your stay.

W

Please call guest relations on extension “2” to place your wake-up call.

The water from the tap is desalinated seawater and is perfectly safe for
brushing your teeth. However, we do not advice it for drinking. Bottled
water will be given each day to each room.

There is a wide range of quality wines available in the restaurant and the
bar. Please refer to the barman or waiters for more details.

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RESTAURANT AND BARS

RESTAURANTS AND BARS
For dining information, please dial “2”

Oceans – Buffet Restaurant

Open daily for: from 07.00 until 10.00 hrs
Breakfast from 12:00 until 14.00 hrs
Lunch from 19.00 until 22.00 hrs
Dinner

Oceans can be found in the centre of the island in our traditional Maldivian style cylindrical thatched
house reminiscent of the home of the Island Chief of old.

The combination of stylish contemporary interior and the barefoot sand floors create the perfect
dining experience. Guests have the chance to enjoy themed buffets taking in the tastes of Asia,
Europe, Middle-East and South America to name but a few, which rotate daily to ensure there is
always an exciting array of dishes to suit even the most discerning palate. Guests will also enjoy
meals flamed on our Churrasco grill and homemade pizzas from the hot stone oven.

La Brezza – Specialty Italian Restaurant

Open from: 12:00 until 14.00 hrs
Lunch
Dinner 19.00 until 22.00 hrs

This specialty restaurant overlooks the oceanfront infinity swimming pool and lagoon beyond. This
beautiful eatery offers Italian style cuisine and specialty seafood ranging from the simplest salads to
the most succulent Asian lobster flashed on the charr grill or the freshest ‘Misto di Mare’, caught all
locally.

Let our team of Pastry chefs tempt you with traditional Italian or International desserts, homemade
gelato and biscotti to die for. This area houses our main wine cave where both simple and complex
wines can be found to accompany and compliment your cuisine. Our Chef’s Choice Menu changes
daily over a seven-day rotation and takes in the availability of the freshest products flown in from all
corners of the world.

Suan Bua –Thai Restaurant

Open from: 12:00 until 14.00 hrs
Lunch
Dinner 19.00 until 22.00 hrs

Suan Bua brings exquisite and refined Thai cuisine to the island where the ‘all Thai Kitchen’ brigade
passionately prepares the delicate flavours of the traditional cuisine from the four regions of
Thailand, which is presented by people who know the true meaning of Thai hostility.

Distinctively different than the usual Asian experience, this modern eatery offers contemporary
styling as well as the chance for guests to see the Chefs at work from our live cooking kitchen.
Guests can choose to dine within the restaurant or on the pool deck looking out to the Indian Ocean.
Our team will serve your meal in individual dishes which are served family style and laid out in the
centre of the table. If one struggles to make a choice form the vast a la carte menu, one is
recommended to try the daily changing Chef’s Choice menu.

Al Khaimah – Bedouin Tent Dining Venue

Open from: 19.00 until 22.00hrs
Dinner

Reminiscent of an authentic Bedouin tent, this bespoke eatery offers an Arabian culinary adventure
using hand-crushed spices, homemade marinades and the freshest market ingredients to flavour our
char-grilled meat selections.

Simple offerings of the freshest ingredients ensure authentic style salads, appetizers, and artisan
breads. Low slung seating, rich fabrics, tapestry carpets, and the heady scent of Oud compliment
the relaxed and unique atmosphere created within the gardens of the island.

Viu Bar – Signature Overwater Bar

Open from:
10.00 hrs. until midnight

One of the highlights of the resort, Viu Bar serves refreshments and cocktails in a laid-back setting
making it the perfect place to unwind at any time of the day or night.

With its circular shape, lounge seating and overwater catamaran nests, Viu Bar boasts unobstructed
ocean views and is the perfect spot to watch the setting of the Maldivian sun sink into the water and
the moon rise into the sky accompanied by the clearest skies on earth.

Waves Pool Bar

Open from:
10.00 until 18.00 hrs

Offers guests the chance to never leave the water with the swim-up bar serving tropical cocktails
and chilled or hot refreshments throughout the day. Located partially in the infinity pool and partially
on the beach, this bar is ideal for those guests who want to make the most of the sun, sea and sand
throughout their day, preferring to lounge around the pool or beach.

Giraavaru Lobby Bar

Open from:
10.00 to 23.00 hrs.

Relax and watch the ‘busy’ world go by at Giraavaru Lobby Bar. Overlooking the marina, this space
offers relaxed seating with both chilled and hot refreshments available.

Found just off our guest reception, this quiet space is perfect for guests wishing to retreat with their
laptop and enjoy a coffee to connect to the outside world during the day. At night, it is a perfect
point to watch the twinkling lights of ships in the distance while listening to the ambient sounds of
the Indian Ocean.

In all our restaurants’ house pouring wines, beers, soft drinks, and filter coffee and tea are included
based on the meal plan arranged at time of reservation. For guests on our All-Inclusive meal plan,
pouring spirits are also included. Beverages which are not included in our meal plans will be charged
on consumption directly to your Villa account.

All-Inclusive – Your package in detail

What does it include?

• Guests will enjoy daily buffet breakfast, daily buffet lunch and daily buffet dinner at Oceans and
dine around options at La Brizza, Suan Bua and Al Khaimah.
• Open bar service available daily from 11:00 until 23:00 hrs. at the resort’s 3 bars. For Waves Pool
Bar beverages are served from 10:00 until 18:00 hrs.
Beverages comprise all house pouring brands, wines (red, white, and sparkling), draught beer,
spirits, and cocktails of the day, as well as still water, soft drinks, filter coffee and tea selection,
coffee, and juices as per AI beverage menu.
• Afternoon tea with pastries, sandwiches and a selection of tea and filter coffee served from 15:30
to 16:30 hrs.
• Sundowners Canapés with flavorful tapas and canapés served between 18:30 hrs. and 19:30 hrs.
• Dine Around – our gift to you*
• Daily replenished minibar service including a selection of snacks, soft drinks and mixers, mineral
water, chocolates, and beer. Minibar is stocked once per day and additional stock will be charged.
• Snorkeling equipment and water sports equipment including canoes, pedalos, and rental of
windsurfing equipment, beach volleyball, daily resort activities, as well as the use of the Fitness
Centre. Windsurfing lessons are chargeable.

Dine Around – our gift to you*.

Our guests are offered the opportunity to enjoy lunch or dinner by prior reservation in either Suan
Bua Thai Specialty Restaurant or La Brezza, our Italian & Seafood Specialty Restaurant. Chose 3
courses from the AI menu and create your very own set menu.

Al Khaimah also provides an alternative dining venue for dinner and offers guests the opportunity to
redeem USD 40 per person from the a la carte menu only. Reservation must be made in advance
and confirmation will be subject to restaurant availability.

Meal allowance cannot be reimbursed or exchanged and residual value expires at the end of the
meal.

GOLD ALL INCLUSIVE – DINING, LEISURE, HEALTH AND WELL-BEING ARE
INCLUDED!

Gold All Inclusive is the epitome of carefree holidays delivering on the promise of excellence, from
dining to activities.
Gold All-Inclusive includes the All-Inclusive benefits and a host of extra benefits, as following:
• Unrestricted dining and the freedom to order from the a la carte menus without any credit
restriction for lunch or dinner at Suan Bua or La Brezza (excludes some premium dishes which are
available with additional charges). Guests can also dine a la carte for dinner at Al Khaimah,
available during regular restaurant opening hours with a prior reservation.
• Entitled to premium alcoholic brands and cocktails in all three bars from 11:00 until 23:00 hrs.
For Waves Pool Bar beverages are served from 10:00 until 18:00 hrs.
• Daily replenished minibar service with a premium set up including 1x Bacardi (50 ml), which can
be substituted with 1x choice of red, white, rose, or sparkling wine.
• Daily credit of USD 50 net per villa to redeem at SPA Cenvaree. Credit may be accumulated and
used against spa treatments (exclude Spa retail products).
• One time house reef snorkeling excursion per room during your stay.
• Four pieces of regular laundry washing and pressing per room per day.

The following services are not included:
• In-villa dining

• Diving, dining and other recreational and spa options which are not mentioned above.

Please refer to your contract for Gold All-Inclusive rates.

For dining at designated outlets, spa treatments at SPA Cenvaree and excursions, guests are advised

to make a prior reservation to avoid any disappointment.



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WELLNESS AND LEISURE

Embracing the natural beauty of a Maldivian island, the spa adopts the philosophy of growth,
rejuvenation and Mother Nature.

Right from the start, guests are welcomed by the gentle sound of ocean breeze and the aroma of
exotic fragrances set within beautiful surroundings to revitalize all those who visit.

Careful consideration was given for the layout of the spa, notably to the "Healing Huts". The hidden
gem of the resort, these secluded wellness Havens are situated amidst tropical landscape, each unit
has a private balcony with vast panoramic views of the ocean. Guests undergo a magical relaxing
transformation to the sound of the ocean waves. This rejuvenation leads to a pampering of the mind,
body and soul found nowhere else in the world.

To achieve the SPA Cenvaree experience, our spa menu combines the island traditions with the best
of traditional Thai remedies administered by highly trained therapists. Treatments focus on health,
rejuvenation, beauty and stress release, and include the brand’s signature journeys created for a
memorable spa experience as well as multi day programs featuring Ayurvedic detoxifying rituals.

FACILITIES

➢ Two single treatment rooms with outdoor shower

➢ One double treatment room for couples

➢ Three double rooms equipped with outdoor jacuzzi

➢ Separate pavilion for Thai massage

➢ One manicure and pedicure salon

➢ Individual female and male changing facilities, with steam and sauna rooms

➢ A beautifully appointed relaxation pavilion with garden views

JETLAG RECOVERY

Jetlag is actually caused by disruption of our “Body Clock”, a small cluster of brain cells that controls
the timing of biological functions (circadian rhythms), including when you eat and sleep. The body
clock is designed for a regular rhythm of daylight and darkness. When we experience “wrong”
daylight and darkness times in a new zone we get the jetlag effects.

The symptoms of jetlag often persist for days while the internal body clock slowly adjusts to the new
time zone. By following a timed programme of light and dark around the time, our body clock is
more responsive to these signals, and we can quickly reset it, instead of taking a week or more to
adjust to the new time zone.

Light up your Jetlag Jetlag Eliminator Guide

The best thing you can do to adjust to a new time zone is to expose yourself to natural light as soon
as possible. Natural light acts as a powerful cue, telling your body clock where you are and what
schedule to keep.

Watering your Jetlag

Flying is extremely dehydrating, which means the eight glasses of water a day rule will not help you,
for this reason you must add a glass of water for every hour travelled. Limit the consumption of
alcohol and coffee and replace with herbal teas (peppermint) or seltzers.

Feeding Your Jetlag

Moderate your intake of carbohydrates (breads, pastas, fruits and veggies): as they induce sleep
and eat high-protein, low-fat products (poached eggs, low-fat dairy products, and grilled fish) to
boost alertness. Reverse these strategies if you are arriving at night to the Resort.

Power Nap

In case you need to catch some sleep, take a nap but limit it to maximum 30 minutes. Research has
shown that this amount of time will improve alertness. Longer naps will leave you groggy when you
wake up.

Treating your Jetlag at SPA Cenvaree

Aromatherapy massage for JETLAG 60 mins
Ease the symptoms of Jet Lag with our Aromatherapy for JETLAG Massage using specially chosen
blend of rosemary oil, lemon and ylang-ylang oil to soothe your body & mind.

For further information please contact SPA Cenvaree at EXT ‘’5’’

DIVE SITES & MARINE LIFE

There is an amazing diversity of marine life in the Maldives, with corals and over 2,000 species of
fish, ranging from colorful reef fish to reef sharks, moray eels, and a wide variety of rays: Manta ray,
Stingray, and Eagle ray. The waters around the Maldives are abundant in rare species of biological
and commercial value, with Tuna fisheries being traditionally one of the main commercial resources
of the country, with shells.

Our spectacular house reef is located right next to our Deluxe Water Villas. Here, the rare, strange
and oddly wonderful take up residence on the atoll's southwest corner. Psychedelic flatworms,
batfish, stealthy leaf scorpion fish all chill out in slow motion under clouds tiny reef fish.

Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives is perfectly located to enjoy some of the Maldives’ most
sought-after diving spots with Giraavaru Cave and Kuda Haa 10 minutes away from the resort, and
Lion’s Head, Kiki Reef (Hans Haas Place) and Shark Point approximately 20 minutes away from the
resort; complemented by a PADI Dive Centre and a myriad of water sports on offer.

Dive Sites around Centara Ras Fushi

Kuda Haa

Because of its biodiversity, KudaHaa has been announced as one of the marine protected areas by
the government of Maldives. KudaHaa appears like a back of two-humped camel. One peak is at 8
meters deep down, and the other is at 14meters. On the reef top, there is a diversity of species of
damselfish and parrotfish. You can also see bass, blue stripped snapper, and scorpion fish. In the
shallow reef, you may find plenty of fishes patrolling the area. At the end of the north side, there is
a cave at 25 meters to 30meters deep. This cave is full of black coral trees covered by oyster shells.
Overall, Kuda Haa offers gratifying diving experiences to intermediate and advanced divers.

Giraavaru Coves

This is situated on the North West edge of our small atoll. At very shallow depths we have swam
through caves spotting Napoleon Wrasse and Turtles.

House Reef

We have 2 shallow wrecks both on a clear day has plenty of Black, White Tip Reef Sharks, Napoleon
Wrasse, Eagle Rays and even some Devil Ray if you lucky.

Night Dives on the house reef can be arranged with the team which is splendid to hunt for fish life."

Fish

Anemonefish

The black finned anemonefish, also known as Maldives anemonefish,
is a kind of clownfish found among the coral reefs of the Maldives
and Sri Lanka. It is often associated with the magnificent sea anemone
and typically lives in small groups. This clownfish is characterized by
its rusty and orange color with a single white stripe running vertically
just behind the eye. It can attain a maximum length of 11 centimeters.

Angelfish

14 species of angelfish can be found around the Maldives. They
are small diurnal reef fish that you can often see during your
Snorkeling trips. Most of them feed on a diet consisting of algae
and small invertebrates. The easiest way to differentiate a
n angelfish from a butterfly fish is by the presence of a cheek
spine: angelfish have them, and butterfly fish do not.

Parrotfish

There are 23 species of parrotfish around the Maldives. They are easy
to be recognized due to their large size and bright colors. They play
an important role in reef building because they feed on algae,
hard coral, seagrasses, and invertebrates. The adults can be s
een schooling together either on the shallow reef flat or on the reef edge.

Surgeonfish

Around 30 species of surgeonfish are commonly seen around
the Maldives. Although they come in many different color variations,
they all share the same basic structure. The name “surgeonfish”
comes from their hard spines at the base of their tail. They
graze the algae from the sea bottom and swim in small schools.

Honeycomb Moray Eel

The Honeycomb Moray Eel has a light-colored body and distinctive
honeycomb markings. They can grow up to 300 cm in length, and
as such are one of the larger species of moray eel. They feed mainly
on small fish and cephalopods and are prone to be aggressive in the wild.
You can usually find them in dark holes, deep coral caves and rocky reefs.

Saddled Puffer Fish

The Saddled puffer fish is easy to be identified. It has the ability to
inflate its body to almost twice its normal size then threatened.
Its unique color and pattern give ample warning to predators.
The adult Saddled puffer fish usually swim in pairs, while the juveniles
swim alone and stay in the shelter of the reefs. This species can
grow up to a length of 10cm.

White Lined Lionfish

White lined lionfish prefers a habitat without corals. You can usually
encounter white lined lionfish in the surge zone and along
rock walls. Armed with poisonous barbs/quills, it is well-equipped
to protect itself from predators. Lionfish is not considered safe to
the reefs since it is fond of eating shrimps and crabs.
When you dive, you can see them along the 25 meters line.

Clown Trigger Fish

The is a vividly colored fish whose upper body is dark with small
yellow spots bedecking it. Large and white spots cover the lower
part of the body. You can easily recognize them owing to its yellow
lips and a yellow band under its eyes. Its body is oval and looks
compressed. It swims along steep slopes and walls. When feeling
threatened, it usually retreats into caves.

Titan Trigger Fish

With a length of up to 75 cm (30 in), this is the largest species of
triggerfish found in our lagoon and reefs. It feeds on sea urchins,
molluscs, crustaceans, tube worms and coral by turning over rocks,
stirring up sand and biting off pieces of branching coral.
Titan triggerfish have been observed being aggressive to other fish
and humans who enter their territory, especially during the
reproduction season. They will guard their nest and attack anything
or anyone coming to close. Although bites are not venomous, the
strong teeth can inflict serious injury that may require medical
attention.

Sharks, Rays and Turtles

Sharks have earned a bad reputation as fierce killers of the sea over the years due to the movie.
Nevertheless, these thoughts are misconceptions. Sharks are just another type of fish.

Sharks and rays have a body made entirely of cartilage, which is the same material between the
bones in your knee joints. A shark’s primary sense is its smell, so it is able to detect blood from a
wounded fish over 0.4km away. On top of that, a shark has good color vision as well. Jelly filled
canals on its head allow it to sense the small amount of electricity emitted by other animals. Thus,
it can sense the vibrations from a fish as it moves through the water.

We respect that the sea is the home of the marine life, and we shall do our best to protect sea
creatures.

Whitetip Reef, Grey Reef and Silvertip Sharks

These sharks are the most commonly seen sharks in Maldives. They can reach
lengths of up to 180cm. They usually rest on the sandy bottom during the day and
prepare for the nightly hunting along the reef. Baby Blacktip reef sharks can be seen
in our lagoon.

Hammerhead Sharks

Hammerhead sharks are rare in the Maldives. If you are lucky enough to see one,
you will be astonished by their breath-taking beauty. Up to 4meters in length, they
feed on herring, mackerel, sardines, and sometimes other sharks. Keeping a safe
distance is the best way to appreciate these awesome creatures.

Turtles

Loggerhead, Green and Hawksbill turtles are the common species you can find in
the Maldives. The loggerhead sea turtle has a low reproductive rate. It is

considered an endangered species and is protected by the International Union for
the Conservation of Nature. Green turtle commonly inhabits shallow lagoons, and

feeds mostly on various species of seagrasses. Hawksbill turtles’ shells slightly

change colors, depending on water temperature. While this turtle lives part of its life
in the open ocean, it spends more time in shallow lagoons and coral reefs.

Reference:
*The Wildlife in Maldives-Wikipedia
*Dive Maldives, 2012-PADI Dive Centre
*Grey Reef Sharl-Wikipedia
*Nudybrach-Wikipedia
*Frogfish-Wikipedia
*Oriental Sweetlips-Wikipedia
*Holocentrinae-Wikipedia
*Butterflyfish-Wikipedia

DIVING & WATER SPORTS

Centara Ras Fushi Resort is surrounded by several national marine protected areas such as Kuda
Haa, Lion’s Head, and Hans Haas Place. We offer diving enthusiasts outstanding diving opportunities
to discover the underwater spectacles of the Indian Ocean.

Diving

Whether you are an avid diver or a beginner, “Best Dive” has something to suit everyone’s needs.
Do not hesitate anymore! There is an underwater world waiting for you to discover. Contact our
professional dive team and get started today!
Please note that there is a 24 Hour no fly consideration thus book early into your stay.

Diving with Certified Divers

Dive with ease, above and below the water. A full dive valet service comes with all our dives, so
you would never need to handle your equipment except while diving. Relax in comfort before and
after your diving adventure with post-dive refreshments (water, tea and coffee offered) and ample
facilities.

PADI Diving Course

Is this your first time of diving? You can have your first glimpse of a whole new underwater world
of fish and coral landscape with the Discover Scuba Dive. If you like it, you can continue the
course to become a certified PADI Diver or just make another dive. Prices for courses include all
necessary equipment, boat fees, study material, and certification fee.

Novice Program

If you want to find out but aren’t quite ready to plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba
Diving will let you try scuba to see if you like it.

Water Sports Centre

Our Water Sports Centre is located on the beach nearby the Beach Villas. There is a range of
equipment and activities for all ages: Kayaking, windsurfing, catamaran, paddle board and power
sports to name a few. If you want to try something new and fun, visit the Water Sports Centre, and
the team will be happy to assist you!

RECREATIONS & EXCURSIONS
Guest can enquire about private trips such as dolphin, string ray, whale shark, manta (seasonal)
tours along with sandbank picnics such as the Robinson Experience.

Note: Some excursions requires minimum people to confirm.
Snorkeling Excursions

Explore the surrounding reef and compare the different marine life with other reefs nearby.
Morning Snorkeling Excursion: Every day at 09.30hrs. to 11.30hrs.
Afternoon Snorkeling excursion: Every day at 14.00hrs. to 15.30hrs.

Please visit / contact Dive Centre for reservations by dialing “4905”

Parasailing

For a watersport with minimal effort, why not try parasailing. Experience the Maldives from a
totally different perspective – from the air you can really appreciate all the hues of blue in the
water. Once securely strapped into a parachute and attached to the back of a speedboat, it
accelerates and you gently glide up into the air behind it as the parachute catches the wind. As
you glide up into the air, you can admire the stunning views of the Maldives from a bird’s
perspective before safely touching back down again. Despite the high speeds involved, you hardly
feel the force of the wind as you float high in the sky behind the boat.

Sunset Fishing

Experience the thrill of fishing in Maldivian waters and the opportunity for the chefs to cook your
catch for dinner. Red snapper, groupers, emperors, squirrelfish and barracudas are on the menu!
Every Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday: 17.00 hrs.to 19.00 hrs.

Please visit / contact Dive Centre for reservations by dialing “4905”

Dolphin Cruise

Take in the spectacular sunset from the middle of the Indian Ocean while searching for Dolphins
pods. We offer picturesque opportunities and romantic moments while enjoying the best of Maldives
nature
Mondays – Wednesdays - Fridays: 16:00 hrs. to 19.00 hrs.

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.

Please visit / contact Dive Centre for reservations by dialing “4905”

Big Game Fishing (on demand private excursion)

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

Please visit / contact Dive Centre for reservations by dialing “4905”

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CENTARA'S GREEN PROGRAM

The Coral Project

Best Dives Maldives together with Centara Ras Fushi have created a coral garden wherein all replanted
coral fragments are steadily growing. Best Dives team have been monitoring the coral garden and
together with Centara Ras Fushi team regularly conducts replanting event with the guests. The coral
garden is easily accessible by snorkeling from the shore.

Coral may break due to many different threats as: large storms and waves or irresponsible divers and
snorkelers. Corals are organisms that reproduce primarily asexually to grow larger or repair damaged
areas. Thanks to this feature, it’s possible to grow new coral colonies from fragments (smaller or
broken pieces of coral).

These broken corals, when rolling around the sand, have almost no chance of survival, and usually
die. But, by securing these fragments in good growing conditions they can be rehabilitated and become
a mature colony. The coral fragments will be attached on the structures by using cable-tie or
underwater glue.

Active restoration is not a MAGIC BULLET: we have to consider restoration as an ongoing process over
a timescale of 10 – 30 years or even more. Each restoration site and project have its own unique set
of circumstances to consider. All risks can never be fully avoided or mitigated. Studies show that the
ability to recover for a reef already under stress, undoubtedly, takes a long time. Our long-term goal

is to provide a sustainable regrowth project that can be monitored and maintained for years to come.

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“To protect and conserve coral reefs by establishing and implementing environmentally
friendly guidelines to promote a sustainable diving and snorkelling industry."

Adopt Green Fins mission statement

Display the adopted Green Fins agreement for the public
to see

Adhere to the ‘Green Fins’ Friendly Diving and Snorkelling Guidelines
and act as a responsible role model for guests

Participate in regular underwater cleanups at dive operator selected sites

Participate in the development and implementation of a mooring buoy
program and actively use moorings, drift or hand place anchors for boats

Prohibit the sales of corals and other marine life at the dive operation

Participate in regular coral reef monitoring and report coral reef
monitoring data to a regional coral reef database

Provide adequate garbage facilities on board facility’s vessel and deal
with responsibly

Operate under a ‘minimum discharge’ policy

Abide by all local, regional, national and international environmental laws, regulations and
customs

Provide guests with an explanation of Green Fins ‘Friendly Diving and Snorkelling Guidelines’
in pre dive briefings

Provide training, briefing or literature for employees and guests regarding good
environmental practices for snorkelling, diving, boating, marine wildlife interaction
and other marine recreational activities

Provide staff and guests with public awareness and environmental materials
(ID books, pamphlets etc)

Provide guests with information on local Marine Protected Areas, environmental
rules and regulations

Promote a strict ‘No Touch’ policy for all reef diving and snorkelling

Adapted from The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) www.greenfins.net Supported by

Environmental Standards for Diving and Snorkelling

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trash to break down?

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BUTT
WEEKS YEARS

TETRA PACKS 5 10-20 PLASTIC
BAG
(PLASTIC-COATED PAPER) YEARS YEARS

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NET YEARS FABRIC
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LEATHER 50 80 FOAMED
PLASTIC
SODA CAN YEARS YEARS BUOY

(ALUMINUM) 80-100 100
YEARS
YEARS BATTERY
PLASTIC BOTTLE 450
YEARS 500 DIAPER

YEARS SANITARY
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FISHING LINE 600 500-1,000 SACHETS
YEARS
(MONOFILAMENT) YEARS (LOW DENSITY
1,000
PVC CARDS YEARS POLYETHYLENE)

(PHONE CARDS,IDs, etc.) 1000000, , GLASS
BOTTLE
YEARS

Why is littering bad for the environment?

Trash that ends up in the sea is often eaten by animals that live there, which can harm or even kill
them. It is also a problem for us humans. We are at the top of the food chain, which means we end
up eating OUR trash! It also ruins the beauty of the sea, stops tourists from coming back, damages
boats, and carries diseases.

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GREEN FINS

No stepping on Coral No sƟrring the sediment No touching or chasing
marine life

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No feeding fish No liƩering Don’t buy souvenir of
coral and marine life

Do not support No spear fishing Do not anchor on
shark finning coral reefs

Do not collect dead or No gloves Wear life jacket
alive marine life when snorkelling

Use mooring buoys Report environmental Join in conservaƟon
violaƟons projects

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GREEN FINS
Guidelines for Environmentally Friendly
Diving and Snorkeling

“As divers and snorkelers, you are the ocean’s partners in conservaƟon.”

Do not step on the coral
Watch your feet and fins at all times. Corals are very fragile and
take a long time to grow. Stepping on the corals can break it,
damage its surface, or cut your feet.

Do not stir the sediment
If you are not careful, the flipping of your fins can stir the sediment
and debris to upset small habitats and cover corals. This reduces
the ability of the coral to photosynthesize and could cause it to
die. This can also lead to small animals being washed away or
increase their chance of predation.

Do not chase or touch marine life
This can cause great stress to any animal. This can also transmit
diseases or remove protective coatings of fish, mammals,
invertebrates, and other species. Look, but never touch or try to
get too close.

Do not feed the fish
Feeding fish or any other species can cause them to rely on that
food source. This also makes fish more aggressive towards divers
because they expect to be fed. It can even lead to corals getting
smothered in algae, as the fish no longer eat the algae.

Do not throw trash into the sea
There are many problems with marine pollution, ranging from
animals eating plastic bags and cigarette butts, to chemicals in
the waste contaminating the water and entering the food chain.
Marine pollution can be dangerous for humans too; after all,
whatever we put in the ocean goes back to us.
we put in the ocean goes back to us.

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GREEN FINS
Guidelines for Environmentally Friendly
Diving and Snorkeling

“As divers and snorkelers, you are the ocean’s partners in conservaƟon.”

Do not buy corals or marine life as souvenirs
This encourages people to remove tons of marine life, dead or
P alive, from marine ecosystems to sell as souvenirs. If the buying
stops, the killing and collecting can too.

Do not support shark finning

Green Fins is against the shark fin trade that causes 70-100 millions
sharks to be killed each year. Sharks are primarily killed for their fins,
which are used for soup. In the Philippines, shark liver oil is believed to
be a skin-whitening product and a cure for certain illnesses.
Removing these top predators can mean the imbalance of our seas.
Don’t eat in restaurants that sell shark products.

Do not spearfish
This method of fishing removes the largest and slowest
reproducing species, which can change the balance of the
ecosystem and upset the food chain dramatically. It is also likely to
injure a species if it is not speared correctly, leading to a slow
death. Spearfishing can also be dangerous to divers, snorkelers,
and swimmers.

Do not anchor on coral reefs
Anchors are heavy and often have a long chain attached. When
dropped onto a fragile coral reef, anchors cause great destruction. If
the boat changes direction with wind or currents, the anchor will
drag and cause more damage. Coral takes hundreds of years to
grow and are very important for our seas.

Do not get marine life – dead or alive
Removing species that would normally break down and be
recycled into the sea leaves other animals without nutrients and
elements that they need for growth. Even empty shells on the
beach play an important role. Take nothing but pictures, leave
nothing but bubbles.

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