10 Best Islands in the Maldives
What are the Most Beautiful Islands to Visit in the Maldives?
With so many stunning islands to choose from, it might be challenging to find the best islands in the Maldives to visit on your once-in-a-lifetime holiday. The Maldives is a perfect place for sun, sea and sand.
Whether you’re a fan of exploring the fascinating world beneath the waves, full of colourful fish, sea turtles and coral reefs or you prefer to spend your holidays relaxing on pristine white-sand beaches, the Maldives is the place for you. Choose a luxury villa, a water sports adventure or underwater dining, and make your holiday dreams come true.
1. Aarah
Carefree resort island with butler service
Ideal para: Casais, Luxo
Idyllic white sands and gorgeous sunsets are not in short supply on Aarah. This beautiful island is the home of the 5-star Heritance Aarah resort, where you can sit in the lap of luxury on an all-inclusive stay. Butler service makes your stay a dream.
Sunbathe by the turquoise water, drink at the poolside bar or enjoy a game of tennis or badminton in the resort facilities. Leave the cares of your everyday life behind and enjoy a carefree break in Aarah.
Aarah
2. Finolhu
Luxury holiday with great snorkelling
Ideal para: Casais, Luxo, Famílias
Finolhu is the perfect place to holiday in style with glorious sunshine and endless blue water. Luxury villas populate the island of Finolhu, both on the island and over the water itself, often with private pools of their own. Treat yourself to a tropical trip of relaxation in this island wonderland.
The beauty of Finolhu is not just above the water, but under it. The coral reefs here are part of an extensive restoration project. Snorkelling trips are available so you can tour this beautiful, underwater world.
Finolhu
3. Milaidhoo Island
Tiny island that ticks all the boxes
Ideal para: Casais, Luxo, Aventura
Stroll along the promenades on Milaidhoo Island and see the deep blue sky, the serene ocean and the ships passing by. Sip on a delicious fruity cocktail as you while away the hours with nothing to do but enjoy yourself.
As the island is so petite, just 300 metres by 180 metres (984 ft x 590 ft), you’ll find that anywhere you stay has ocean vistas to astound you. There’s also snorkelling and diving galore, so the more adventurous can explore the world below the surface, while others concentrate on getting that perfect tan.
Milaidhoo Island
4. Helengeli
A seamless blend of modernity and nature
Ideal para: Casais, Luxo
On Helengeli island, the clean lines of the modern holiday villas are dotted among the unspoiled tropical foliage, blending the comforts of modernity with the natural beauty of the Maldives. You can wander along, in the dappled shade of the trees, breathing in the fresh air from the Indian Ocean and feeling the warm sand beneath your feet.
The unique position of this island, in the centre of a channel to North Male, means that the ocean here is filled with an amazing variety of marine life. There’s also a wide selection of water sports available to really pack in the fun.
Helengeli
5. Moofushi
The best place to spot a sea turtle
Ideal para: Casais, Alimentação, Luxo
Surrounded by lagoons and coral reefs, Moofushi boasts some of the best snorkelling not just in the Maldives, but in the world. Don’t miss a trip to see the amazing tropical wildlife beneath the waves. Marvel at the brilliant blues of the sturgeon fish and the shimmering turquoise scales of the parrot fish. It’s also one of the best places to wonder at sea turtles in their natural habitat.
You’ll also find excellent accommodation, food and spa treatments on this secluded Maldives island. There’s nowhere better to pamper yourself and let the cares of the world fade away.
Moofushi
6. Huvahandoo
A family resort with a children’s club
Ideal para: Famílias, Aventura
Kick off your shoes and let your toes sink into the pure white sands of Huvahandoo island. Surrounded by a serene lagoon and covered in vibrant tropical plant life, you’ll find everything you could want from a tropical island escape, and more.
There’s even stuff for the kids to do. The island resort has a children’s club which does excursions and activities to keep young ones busy while you get on with the serious business of having a good time. Let yourself indulge in some me time on the beach or in the water.
Huvahandoo
7. Madivaru
For the chance to swim with whale sharks
Ideal para: Casais, Alimentação, Foto
The magnificent whale shark is a frequent visitor to the seas around Madivaru island. Marine enthusiasts will love the experience of getting to see these amazing animals up close. You can even swim with them and get the full experience.
On land, you can head to one of the eateries to enjoy the freshest seafood, coconut and tropical fruit available, grown and harvested in the bright Maldives sun. Mouthwatering food and phenomenal ocean views. What more could you want from your trip to the Maldives?
Madivaru
8. Hurawalhi
Home to the world’s largest underwater restaurant
Ideal para: Viagens alternativas, Alimentação, Luxo
If you’re looking for new experiences, then Hurawalhi might be the island for you. Here, you can not only sip on your drinks on the warm sands, but you can also dine beneath the waves. Watch schools of brightly coloured fish swim overhead as you enjoy delicious local food in 5.8 Undersea, an astonishing restaurant.
When you’ve eaten your fill, head back up to the surface to soak in the sun and relax in the spa. Let your cares drift away on the sound of the waves.
Hurawalhi
9. Baros
Serene island perfect for relaxation
Ideal para: Casais, Alimentação
If what you want from a party is to get away from the noise and bustle, then Baros is the spot for you. Swing lazily in your hammock and enjoy the serenity of Baros Island. Peace and quiet is the order of the day here, where motorised water sports are banned.
If you’re looking for a meal, then Baros can offer you the choice of 3 restaurants, each with a selection of mouthwatering dishes. There are also complimentary yoga sessions on the beach at the resort, giving you another way to unwind.
Baros
10. Omadhoo
A window into traditional life and culture
Ideal para: Casais, Famílias
You’ll find Omadhoo the place to go if you want to see more of the culture of the Maldives. Unlike the resort islands, where most people you meet will be tourists, Omadhoo has a larger population. This gives you the chance to experience local life in the Maldives.
Saying this, Omadhoo still has all you could want from an island getaway. White sand beaches, beautiful water and stunning sunsets abound while life in the village goes on, much as it has for the past 100 years.
Omadhoo
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