Maayafushi

A small resort island in the northern part of the Ari Atoll, Maayafushi is home to the Nakai Maayafushi Resort, an all-inclusive hotel in harmony with nature on an island that can be walked around in about 10 minutes. A 25-minute seaplane ride from the airport in Male, the lush green island is surrounded by an emerald green circular reef with a stunning house reef, white beaches, and a shallow lagoon.

Ari Atoll

Ari Atoll is located to the west of the North and South Male Atolls and is the largest of the 26 atolls at 93 km from north to south and 33 km from east to west, making it one of the most popular atolls in the Maldives. It is easily accessible by seaplane or speedboat from the international airport in Male. It is one of the best dive sites in the Maldives in terms of the density and variety of fish, and is characterized by its many famous dive sites. The southern part of the atoll is also known as a spot where whale sharks can be seen.