Comfortable Accommodations: Located in the heart of Malé, Manhattan Business Hotel offers 4-star comfort with well-appointed, air-conditioned rooms featuring private bathrooms, modern amenities, and scenic city views. Each room is equipped with a work desk, mini-bar, and complimentary WiFi, making it ideal for both business and leisure travelers. Dining Experience: The hotel’s in-house restaurant offers a delightful mix of local, Asian, and international cuisines served in a modern, romantic, and family-friendly setting. Guests can enjoy a variety of meals including brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea, with plenty of halal and vegetarian options available to suit diverse dietary preferences.

Beachfront Comfort & Island Adventures: Located right on the picturesque coastline of Maafushi, Arena Beach Hotel offers modern, tranquil accommodations with free WiFi available throughout the property—including all guest rooms. This idyllic escape is perfect for travelers seeking both relaxation and adventure, with on-site water sports like diving, snorkeling, and windsurfing available just steps from your door. Modern Amenities & Elegant Rooms: Each elegantly furnished, air-conditioned room features a personal safe, flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels, electric kettle, and a wardrobe. The en-suite bathrooms are equipped with shower facilities, a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries, including a dental kit—ensuring a comfortable…

Comfortable Accommodations: Sands Garden Hotel offers cozy, family-friendly accommodations in the heart of Thoddoo. Each room features air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and modern amenities, with private balconies offering charming city views—perfect for relaxing after a day of island exploration. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can unwind on the hotel’s sun terrace or take a refreshing dip in the indoor swimming pool. The property also boasts a lush garden, free WiFi throughout, and a variety of social spaces including an on-site restaurant, a cozy coffee shop, and outdoor seating areas ideal for evening gatherings.

Beachfront Location: Rivethi Beach is perfectly situated along the pristine shores of Hulhumale, offering direct access to the beach and breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean. Whether you're soaking in the sun on the golden sands or strolling through the property's lush garden, the tranquil coastal atmosphere makes for an unforgettable escape. Comfortable Accommodations: Each room at Rivethi Beach is thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience, featuring air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and a range of modern amenities. Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi, plush bathrobes, and soundproofing that ensures a peaceful stay, whether for rest or relaxation after a day of exploring…

Comfortable Accommodations: Located in Male City, Marukab Plaza offers well-appointed family rooms with sea or city views, private balconies, air-conditioning, free WiFi, and private bathrooms—perfect for both short and extended stays. Dining Experience: The on-site family-friendly restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine with halal options available. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, and dinner, along with in-room breakfast and convenient room service.

Beachfront Location: Kaani Palm Beach in Maafushi offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or take a dip in the rooftop swimming pool. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Additional facilities include a fitness room, spa, and free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Comfortable Accommodations: Located in the heart of Malé, Samann Grand offers stylish family rooms with sea or city views, private balconies, terraces, air-conditioning, modern amenities, and private bathrooms—ideal for both business and leisure travelers. Dining Experience: Enjoy a wide variety of dishes at the on-site restaurant, offering Chinese, British, Indian, and international cuisines. Guests can dine throughout the day with options for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and high tea in a romantic, modern atmosphere. Convenient Facilities: The hotel features complimentary WiFi, a scenic rooftop terrace, and an inviting coffee shop. Guests benefit from 24-hour front desk support, concierge services, and a…

Beachfront and Garden Setting: Set in the serene surroundings of Nolhivaranfaru, Mi Lugar Maldives offers a peaceful beachfront experience complemented by a lush garden, outdoor seating, and picnic areas—ideal for relaxation and nature lovers. Dining and Amenities: Guests can enjoy a diverse culinary selection at the on-site restaurant, featuring American, Italian, Mediterranean, seafood, and European dishes. Breakfast is available in multiple styles including continental, buffet, à la carte, vegetarian, halal, and Asian. The property also features a cozy coffee shop, guest lounge, and open-air dining areas for a laid-back island experience.

Beachfront Location: Nestled on the tranquil shores of Fuvahmulah, Ocean Pearl offers direct access to a beautiful beach, a sun terrace for lounging, and a lush garden setting. Guests can unwind by the year-round outdoor swimming pool while soaking in calming ocean views. Comfortable Accommodations: Each room is thoughtfully equipped with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and mini-bars. Family rooms and private balconies add space and comfort, making it ideal for couples and families alike.

Prime Beachfront Location: Located on the pristine shores of Rasdhoo, Rasdu View Inn features a private beach area, lush garden, and balconies with calming sea views—perfect for a tropical escape. Comfortable Accommodations: Stay in air-conditioned rooms equipped with private bathrooms and essential modern amenities. Family rooms and ground-floor units offer added convenience, with free WiFi throughout the property. Dining Experience: Delight in a diverse culinary journey at the on-site restaurant, serving British, Indian, American, Italian, and Maldivian dishes. Enjoy meals throughout the day including brunch, high tea, and BBQs. Dietary needs are thoughtfully catered to with vegan, halal, gluten-free, kosher,…

Elegant Accommodations:Barceló Nasandhura Malé offers a premium 5-star stay with spa facilities, massage services, an outdoor pool, a wellness center, and a stylish rooftop terrace—perfect for both business and leisure travelers. Comfortable Amenities:Each room is designed for relaxation and convenience, featuring air-conditioning, soundproofing, bathrobes, tea/coffee makers, work desks, TVs, private bathrooms with showers and bidets, and free toiletries. Guests can also enjoy a rooftop pool and modern in-room comforts like electric kettles and wardrobes. Dining Options:Indulge in flavorful halal and vegetarian cuisine at the contemporary in-house restaurant. Breakfast includes a wide range of options: continental, buffet, full English/Irish, halal, Asian,…

Prime Beachfront Location: Located on the pristine shores of Rasdhoo, Rasdu View Inn features a private beach area, lush garden, and balconies with calming sea views—perfect for a tropical escape. Comfortable Accommodations: Stay in air-conditioned rooms equipped with private bathrooms and essential modern amenities. Family rooms and ground-floor units offer added convenience, with free WiFi throughout the property. Dining Experience: Delight in a diverse culinary journey at the on-site restaurant, serving British, Indian, American, Italian, and Maldivian dishes. Enjoy meals throughout the day including brunch, high tea, and BBQs. Dietary needs are thoughtfully catered to with vegan, halal, gluten-free, kosher,…

Comfortable Stays: Relax in air-conditioned rooms featuring private bathrooms, garden views, free WiFi, mini-bars, and flat-screen TVs—designed for both comfort and convenience. Dining Experience: Savor lunch and dinner in a romantic setting at the on-site restaurant, with special diet menus available to meet diverse guest preferences. Leisure & Activities: Unwind in the peaceful garden, gather around the outdoor fireplace, or join local walking tours for a taste of island adventure. Ideal Location: Just steps from Dhigurah North West Beach and close to popular attractions like the Dhigurah Museum, the hotel offers a perfect base for exploring the island. Exceptional Service:…

Prime Location: Nestled in the serene setting of Maalhos in the North Ari Atoll, Splendour Grand boasts a private beach area and easy access to local attractions. The property is ideal for families and couples seeking tranquility with stunning sea views just steps away. Comfortable Accommodations: Each room is thoughtfully designed with modern comforts including air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and essential amenities. Ground-floor units offer direct access to the beach and uninterrupted views of the ocean, making your stay both relaxing and immersive. Dining Experience: Guests can indulge in flavorful Indian dishes and barbecue grills at the on-site restaurant, set in…

The West Rock’s Cargo Wreck is a relatively recent shipwreck, deliberately sunk in 1999 to serve as an artificial reef. Unlike traditional wrecks, often explored in daylight, this site has gained recognition as one of the best night dive locations in the Maldives. Resting at a depth of 15 to 25 meters, this cargo vessel has transformed into a marine haven, providing an entirely different wreck diving experience under the cover of darkness. The West Rock’s Cargo Wreck maintains its recognizable shape with minimal structural decay, including the cargo hold, bridge, and deck sections. This allows divers to easily explore the wreck, mainly…

The Rannamaari Wreck is one of the most unique shipwrecks in the Maldives, not because of its purpose-built design but because of the unexpected circumstances surrounding its sinking. Originally intended to be deliberately scuttled as an artificial reef, this dredger vessel sank accidentally in 1999, just off the coast of Angsana Ihuru in North Malé Atoll. Despite its unplanned descent, the wreck has become a rich and thriving marine habitat, quickly colonized by coral growth, marine species, and macro life. Today, the Rannamaari Wreck is a popular dive site for those looking to experience a well-preserved shipwreck in a moderate…

The Kudhimaa Wreck, also known as the Machafushi Wreck, is a 52-meter-long Japanese cargo ship that was intentionally sunk in 1999 to serve as an artificial reef. This wreck was purposefully placed on the sandy seabed near Machafushi Island in South Ari Atoll, transforming it into an underwater habitat for marine life and an exciting dive site for wreck diving enthusiasts. Unlike other shipwrecks that met their fate accidentally, the Kudhimaa was carefully scuttled in a controlled environment, ensuring safe access for divers while promoting coral growth and biodiversity. Over the past two decades, the wreck has become one of…

The Kuda Giri Wreck, sunk in 1988, was intentionally placed on the seabed to serve as an artificial reef. Over the decades, this once-functioning vessel has transformed into a thriving marine sanctuary, offering a mesmerizing blend of wreck diving and reef exploration. Unlike many shipwrecks that tell stories of tragic accidents, the Kuda Giri Wreck was purposefully positioned to enhance accessibility and marine conservation. Located in South Malé Atoll, this wreck is considered one of the most intriguing dive sites in the Maldives, particularly due to its unique location near a natural pinnacle (thila), which allows divers to experience a combination of…

The Hembadhoo Wreck is a former tugboat intentionally sunk in 1988 as part of a marine conservation effort to create an artificial reef. Unlike many shipwrecks in the Maldives that met their fate due to accidents, this vessel was deliberately placed on the ocean floor to provide a new habitat for marine life and serve as an accessible wreck diving site. Resting at a manageable depth of 22 meters, the Hembadhoo Wreck is one of the best dive sites for beginners and intermediate divers looking to explore a shipwreck without the challenges of deep diving. Over the years, it has…

The Maldives Victory is one of the most famous shipwrecks in the Maldives, with a dramatic story tied to its sinking in 1981. This 83-meter-long cargo vessel transported construction materials, food supplies, and consumer goods from Singapore to Malé when disaster struck. As the ship approached Hulhulé Island, where Velana International Airport is now located, it collided with a submerged reef, causing irreparable damage to the hull. Within minutes, the vessel began to take on water and eventually sank beneath the waves, resting at a depth of 15 to 35 meters. While the crew escaped unharmed, the wreckage remained on the ocean…

The Lady Christine Ship met its unfortunate fate in 1974 while engaged in a communication cable-laying mission in the Maldives. Unlike many shipwrecks that succumbed to storms or navigational errors, this vessel accidentally struck a hidden reef near Gaafaru Atoll, sealing its destiny beneath the waves. The impact was severe enough that the ship could not be salvaged, eventually sinking 40 to 45 meters. Despite the wreckage, Lady Christine now serves as an artificial reef, flourishing with marine biodiversity and attracting divers seeking adventure and history beneath the sea. Diving Experience Depth: 40 to 45 meters Location: Gaafaru Atoll, North…

The Erlangen was a German cargo steamer that tragically met its fate in 1894 while sailing through the treacherous waters of the Gaafaru Atoll. This vessel was part of the thriving global trade network, transporting goods across continents, when it struck an unexpected reef. At the time, Gaafaru Atoll was known for its hazardous underwater terrain, which had already claimed multiple ships due to its unpredictable currents and uncharted coral formations. The Erlangen was initially built in Hamburg, Germany, and was en route from Colombo, Sri Lanka, to Hamburg when disaster struck. Despite efforts from the crew, the ship could…

The SS Sea Gull is one of the oldest recorded shipwrecks in the Maldives, dating back to 1879. This British steam-powered vessel was navigating through the Maldivian waters when it met its unfortunate fate. While the exact details surrounding the wreck remain in mystery, historical records indicate that it was a 1,012-ton steamer that wrecked along the treacherous Gaafaru Atoll. At the time, the region was a busy trade route, yet also infamous for its unpredictable underwater terrain, strong currents, and coral reefs that claimed many ships over the years. The ship, which carried a crew of 32 men and…

The Maldives is world-famous for its pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and luxury overwater resorts. While most visitors come to unwind on the islands and enjoy the warm Indian Ocean, a seaplane tour is a must-do experience for anyone visiting this tropical paradise. Seeing the Maldives from above offers a breathtaking perspective, showcasing the beauty of its atolls, sandbanks, and coral reefs like never before. Why Are Seaplane Tours in the Maldives a Must-Do? The Maldives consists of countless small islands surrounded by deep blue and emerald-green lagoons. A seaplane tour lets you witness the stunning contrast of lush greenery against…

Exploring Utheemu Ganduvaru ( Utheemu Palace ), the birthplace of Sultan Mohamed Thakurufaanu, truly captivated me. It felt like stepping back in time to witness one of the most incredible chapters in Maldivian history. Located in Utheemu, Haa Alifu Atoll, this historic palace is a testament to the courage, resilience, and leadership of one of the Maldives' greatest heroes. As I approached Utheemu Ganduvaru, the serenity of the island enveloped me. The humble yet significant palace reflects the simplicity and strength of Sultan Mohamed Thakurufaanu’s life. Walking through its wooden halls and rooms, I could almost hear the echoes of…

The Deepest Pool in the Maldives, part of Extreme Dive Fuvahmulah, was an unforgettable experience that redefined my diving journey. As someone who has always been fascinated by the underwater world, stepping into this purpose-built pool felt like entering a haven designed specifically for divers. Mastering the Basics in a Controlled Environment The pool's design, with its distinct shallow and deep sections, provided an ideal environment to hone my diving skills. The shallow section was perfect for practising buoyancy control and mastering techniques from the PADI Open Water Diver Course. What stood out to me was the large 4.5-meter-deep section.…

Travelling through the Maldives often brings to mind serene boat rides and short flights between atolls. Still, my journey along the longest link roads connecting the islands of Addu and Laamu was an entirely different experience—showcasing the Maldives' ingenuity in connecting its scattered islands. The Link Road to Addu Atoll The road linking Addu Atoll's islands is the longest in the Maldives, approximately 14 kilometres. It connects Hithadhoo, Maradhoo, Feydhoo, and Gan. Driving along this road was like crossing a string of pearls on the Indian Ocean. The causeway that forms the backbone of the link road offers spectacular views…

Visiting the Male Oldest Fish Market was an unforgettable dive into the bustling heart of Maldivian culture. Nestled on the northern waterfront of Male, this market is more than just a place to buy seafood—it’s a vibrant hub of activity, a window into the daily lives of the locals, and a sensory delight. The Arrival As I approached the market, the energy was palpable. The sight of brightly painted dhonis and traditional Maldivian fishing boats lined up along the harbour immediately caught my eye. These boats, loaded with their fresh haul from the atolls, create a picturesque backdrop against the…

My journey to the mangrove forests in the Maldives was nothing short of extraordinary. These vital ecosystems, locally called "Khuli," are found on many islands, especially in the northern and southern atolls. Witnessing the lush mangroves firsthand, I was struck by their role in shielding the islands from erosion, acting as carbon sinks, and providing habitats for endangered species such as seabirds, fish, sharks, and rays. Exploring the Mangroves On the islands of Laamu Atoll—Hithadhoo, Gan, Maabaidhoo, and Gaadhoo—I had the unique opportunity to explore these lesser-known mangrove forests. Walking through the shaded mangrove trails, I could hear the rustling…

Immerse yourself in the rhythmic soul of the Maldives with the captivating sounds of Boduberu, a traditional Maldivian music style deeply rooted in the island nation's history. Originating as a form of cultural expression, Boduberu performances are a must-experience for anyone visiting the Maldives. What is Boduberu? Boduberu, meaning "big drums" in Dhivehi, is a lively and energetic music form traditionally performed using large drums made of coconut wood, accompanied by rhythmic hand clapping and chanting. Thought to have African origins, Boduberu has been a vital part of Maldivian culture since the 11th century. Where to Experience Boduberu Island Resorts:…