From diving and snorkeling to water sports, island escapes, fishing trips and conservation projects and more, Centaras perfect pair of Maldivian resorts present many wonderful ways for groups of friends to relax, reconnect and reinvigorate their relationship.

Alternatively, sailing is a wonderful skill that friends can share together. The resorts team will teach companions how to handle a catamaran, catch the wind and glide gracefully across the water. These lessons will give guests a great new life skill, and could even be the start of a new shared passion. Other options include parasailing, water-skiing, wake boarding, windsurfing and more.

Over at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives, a stylish fleet of vessels is ready to take guests on a series of mesmerizing marine adventures, including underwater encounters with a breath-taking range of colorful creatures.

One of the most incredible encounters a diver can have is with the worlds biggest fish: the whale shark. The Maldives is the only place in the world with a year-round population of these oceanic giants, and the resorts PADI-certified dive team will lead a private cruise into the deep blue sea, for one of lifes most awe-inspiring experiences.

For a more invigorating adventure, groups can head out on the shimmering sea for a day of big game fishing. Chill out on the deck of your boat, crack open a cold beer, cast out a line and soak up the stunning scenery. Guests will get a real thrill when they do battle with some of the oceans fastest fish, including marlin and tuna, before posing for on-board photos with their mates.

Friends holidays are one of the biggest emerging trends in the travel industry, as former school friends, college pals, teammates and work colleagues get together to create awesome escapes together. Elevate your next buddies break to the next level of luxury with Centara in the Maldives, and make memories that will be treasured forever.