24 Islands to Explore in Maldives
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Maldives is one of the world's most geographically dispersed sovereign states as well as the smallest Asian country by land area and population, with around 515,696 inhabitants. With an average ground-level elevation of 1.5 metres (4 ft 11 in) above sea level, it is the world's lowest country, with even its highest natural point being one of the lowest in the world, at 5.1 metres (17 ft).
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Islands to Explore in Maldives
Amilla Fushi Maldives is located in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Baa Atoll, one of the 26 atolls in the Maldives, Amilla offers you a choice of Island homes that rest over crystal clear waters, nestle amongst lush tree tops or hug the shores of pristine white sand. It’s a place where nature meets nurture.
Ari Atoll is one of the natural atolls of the Maldives. It is one of the biggest atolls and is located in the west of the archipelago.There are more than 20 islands in the Atoll designated for tourist resorts. Each island resort is self-contained with accommodation and recreational facilities such as tennis court. Scuba diving is the most popular tourist activity in the Maldives.
A picture perfect paradise hidden away from life's everyday stresses. It is a tiny island and has a beautiful resort in it. The highlights here are the impressive PADI Dive Centre with trips to over 40 dive sites, and the kids’ club. The hotel also has an outdoor pool with swim-up bar, live entertainment at Sand Bar, and massage treatments at the pretty spa.
Baros Maldives is a small island close to Male' city set in a turquoise lagoon with villas secluded in palm-shaded glades by a white sandy beach or perched.Stay in elegance in Villas created from timber and sandstone, poised and peaceful over a translucent lagoon, or nestled discreetly among exotic blooms by the beach.
A beautiful location where you can spend some nice time in the middle of nature. Biyadhoo is blessed with lush tropical vegetation and famed to have the best house reef in the Maldives. Popular among the diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. Located in South Male Atoll, the island of Biyadhoo offers a fascinating glimpse of the simple, yet breath-taking beauty of Maldives.
Fuvahmulah means "Island of the Areca nut palms. It is the unique and most beautiful island in the country - it is rock in the middle of open ocean. Unlike the two thousand islands of the Maldives archipelago, which are coral reefs, Fuhvamulah is of volcanic origin, which makes it more similar to the Indonesian islands of Bali or Gili.
A man-made island with stunning beaches and lively culture. The artificial island is being built up by pumping sand from the sea floor, in order to meet the existing and future housing. The island is connected via a causeway to the airport island Hulhulé Island, allowing easy road transport between the Velana International Airport and Hulhumalé. Hulhumale is just a 10-minute drive from Velana International Airport.
Komandoo is situated in the Lhaviyani Atoll, a scenic 40-minute seaplane experience from Velana International Airport, Male’. It is the only resort on the island of Komandoo, in Lhaviyani Atoll. It is 500 meters long by 200 meters wide, about 10 Hectares (25 acres). Your seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport is a scenic, 40 minute flight. Komandoo welcome guests 18 years and older.
Kuramathi Maldives is 1.8 km in length and tapers to a pristine stretch of white sandbank, lending a dramatic quality to the idyllic surroundings of turquoise lagoons, tropical jungle and flora.
Landaagiraavaru is an island in the Baa Atoll in the Maldives. Home to a luxury Four Seasons resort since 2004 with rates from USD $1,400 per night, it is one of the many island resorts of the Maldives. Its shallow waters, particularly rich in coral, fish and an important population of whale sharks and manta rays have gained the atoll a reputation for exceptional diving.
Maafushi is a small island.It is also the best budget island in the Maldives. Occupying just over 1 KM and 265 meters in width, it is one of the inhabited islands of Kaafu Atoll and the largest of the local islands.There are so many stays and also there are so many things to see and stroll around.
A unique Island Experience in the Indian Ocean gem offering small island charm with contemporary architecture and bespoke finishing touches. The Maafushivaru Resort is partially shaded by its lush vegetation encircled by white beaches adjacent to a spectacular house reef where myriad of fish call home.
Malé Atoll is an administrative atoll in the Republic of Maldives. It consists of two separate atolls: North Malé Atoll and South Malé Atoll.It is much more busier and a great tourist attraction in Maldives. Resort islands are defined as uninhabited islands which have been converted to become resorts. Practically all uninhabited islands in Malé Atoll became tourist resorts during the two final decades of the 20th century.
Meeru Island considered one of the biggest Islands in Maldives. It offers luxurious stays in the beautiful island and also you can enjoy the life in Maldives.
Milaidhoo Island Maldives is a boutique luxury resort in the UNESCO biosphere reserve, close to Hanifaru Bay.Everything at Milaidhoo has been custom made and made for comfort; crafted around your needs. Service is tip top but always friendly, in line with our ‘barefoot informality’ ethos. It is a perfect location for nature lovers as our own coral reef, which encircles the island, is a protected area and noted as an outstanding snorkelling and diving site.
This is one of the iconic location in Maldives. The Nalaguraidhoo Beach located on the South Ari Atoll happens to be one of the most popular beaches across the Maldivian islands. It is very tourist friendly and also there are so many things to explore.
A protected marine area, South Ari Atoll is famous for its year-round whale shark sightings.
Thoddoo island is perfect for travelers who wish not just lay in some fancy resort but rather to explore Maldives with their local people, food, activities, etc. Thoddoo is a fairly large island by Maldivian standards – about 2 x 1 km. Moreover, a third of the island is reserved for farms, another third is the village, and the rest is the jungle.