Maldives Atoll
Kaafu (North & South Malé)
Capital: Malé38 Resorts62 Guesthouses
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About Kaafu (North & South Malé)
The political and tourism heart of the Maldives, Kaafu Atoll houses the capital Malé and some of the most iconic resorts in the archipelago. Easy access to Velana International Airport makes it the most visited atoll.
Highlights
Diving & Snorkelling
Marine Life
Local Culture
Snorkelling
Resorts in Kaafu
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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-K
- Capital
- Malé
- Islands
- 50+
- Resorts
- 38
- Guesthouses
- 62
- Top Activity
- Diving & Snorkelling
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