Holidays to Maldives
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Why Visit Maldives?
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Wake up in a luxury overwater villa with glass floors and direct access to the crystal-clear lagoon
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Snorkel and dive among manta rays, whale sharks, and sea turtles on pristine coral reefs
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Dine beneath the ocean at the world's first all-glass underwater restaurant
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Unwind on powder-white sandbanks surrounded by nothing but turquoise Indian Ocean
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Experience a sunset dolphin cruise watching spinner dolphins leap from the warm waters
Areas in Maldives
North Malé Atoll
The most accessible atoll, just a short speedboat ride from the international airport. Home to many popular resorts including Kurumba, Bandos, and One&Only Reethi Rah. Excellent house reefs and easy transfers make this ideal for first-time visitors.
South Ari Atoll
Famous for whale shark encounters and some of the Maldives' best diving. Home to luxurious resorts like Conrad Maldives (Ithaa Undersea Restaurant) and LUX* South Ari Atoll. A top choice for marine life enthusiasts.
Baa Atoll
A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve known for Hanifaru Bay, where manta rays gather in huge numbers between May and November. Home to premium resorts like Soneva Fushi and Anantara Kihavah. The ultimate eco-luxury experience.
North Malé Local Islands
Budget-friendly guesthouses on inhabited islands like Maafushi and Thulusdhoo offer an authentic Maldivian experience at a fraction of resort prices. Growing in popularity with independent travellers seeking local culture and affordable diving.
Things to Do in Maldives
Snorkelling & Diving
Explore some of the world's most pristine coral reefs teeming with manta rays, whale sharks, sea turtles, and tropical fish.
Overwater villa experience
Stay in a luxury overwater bungalow with glass floors, private decks, and direct lagoon access. The Maldives' signature experience.
Sunset dolphin cruise
Join a dhoni boat at sunset to watch pods of spinner dolphins playing in the warm Indian Ocean waters.
Local island visit
Visit an inhabited local island to experience authentic Maldivian culture, food, and daily life beyond the resorts.
Underwater restaurant dining
Dine surrounded by marine life at iconic underwater restaurants like Ithaa or Subsix — a truly unique experience.
Where to Eat in Maldives
Ithaa Undersea Restaurant
International fine dining
The world's first all-glass underwater restaurant, 5 metres below sea level at Conrad Maldives. Book months ahead.
Resort buffets
International
Most all-inclusive resorts offer extensive buffets with Asian, Mediterranean, and international cuisines.
Local island cafés
Maldivian
Try mas huni (tuna with coconut), garudhiya (fish broth), and roshi (flatbread) at local island eateries.
Best Beaches in Maldives
Veligandu Island Beach
A picture-perfect sandbank extending into turquoise waters. One of the most photographed beaches in the world.
Fulhadhoo Beach
An untouched, powdery white beach on a local island with zero development. Raw Maldivian beauty.
Biyadhoo Island
Excellent house reef for snorkelling right off the beach, with sea turtles and reef sharks regularly spotted.
Top Attractions
Malé Fish Market
The bustling heart of the capital where fishermen bring their daily catch. A fascinating cultural experience.
Bioluminescent beaches
On certain nights, the ocean glows blue from bioluminescent plankton. Vaadoo and Mudhdhoo islands are famous for this.
Banana Reef
One of the first dive sites discovered in the Maldives. Shaped like a banana, it's teeming with marine life.
Maldives Weather by Month
Tropical (28-32°C year-round). Dry season Dec-April, wet season May-Nov.
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