Not many holiday destinations in the Maldives self-style themselves as being the one that 'strives to protect, conserve and preserve the natural setting and rich biodiversity of surrounding waters with minimum intrusion for future generations.' However, the nine uninhabited islands that form the region's first ever Marine National Park in the Edu Faru, Noonu Atoll area of the Maldives happens to do just this and with a fair measure of success at that. This is an area that has remained pretty much untouched by the less appealing consequences of tourism, an ecosystem rich in marine life that has in effect become the poster boy for biodiversity in the Maldives packages . The upkeep of the Marine National Park is overseen by a consortium of partners and supporters throughout the Noonu Atoll community. At its core, the Park seeks to preserve pure Maldivian cultural traditions whilst at the same time promoting tourism via educational activities which inform visitors as to the history of the islands and the richness of the marine life that is to be found. One of these supporters is the neighbouring five-star Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa, a secluded and stunning retreat that provides tourists with the best of Maldivian hospitality and an attractive range of leisure activities including trips to the Marine National Park. Recognising the need to protect the environment around the Edu Faru and with strict adherence to the pledge to preserve the Park for future generations, the Hilton Maldives resort regularly arranges excursions to the site so that tourists can experience the delights of the Park in all its natural glory. These excursions include a fun-filled catalogue of activities which include ever popular snorkelling and diving trips to the ancient coral reefs where underwater adventurers can experience a wealth of sea-life - nature at its most comprehensive.

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