Maldives Atoll
Ari (Alif Alif & Alif Dhaal)
Capital: Rasdhoo45 Resorts28 Guesthouses
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About Ari (Alif Alif & Alif Dhaal)
Famed for year-round whale shark and manta ray encounters, Ari Atoll is the diver's paradise. South Ari is home to the world-famous Maldives whale shark corridor.
Highlights
Whale Shark Encounters
Marine Life
Local Culture
Snorkelling
Resorts in Ari
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Overwater VillasFamily
Soneva Jani
Medhufaru Island · Noonu Atoll
9.8(1,248)
Legendary overwater villas with retractable roofs for private stargazing.
Seaplane40min
from $3,200
/night
Overwater Villas
Velaa Private Island
Fushivelavaru Island · Noonu Atoll
9.7(876)
Private island with championship golf and the most intimate service in the Maldives.
Seaplane45min
from $2,800
/night
Adults-OnlyOverwater Villas
COMO Cocoa Island
Makunufushi · South Malé Atoll
9.4(1,543)
Iconic dhoni-shaped villas on the lagoon, with exceptional COMO wellness and cuisine.
Speedboat40min
from $1,600
/night
Overwater VillasFamily
Six Senses Laamu
Olhuveli Island · Laamu Atoll
9.6(2,104)
The Maldives' finest wellness resort with resident marine biologists.
Domestic Flight55min
from $1,400
/night
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Quick Facts
- ISO Code
- MV-AA
- Capital
- Rasdhoo
- Islands
- 105+
- Resorts
- 45
- Guesthouses
- 28
- Top Activity
- Whale Shark Encounters
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