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Maldives Atolls luxury holiday destination

Maldives Atolls

Iconic overwater resorts across the Indian Ocean.

Best time
November – April
Flight time
10–11 hours from London
Currency
Maldivian Rufiyaa (USD widely accepted)
Language
Dhivehi / English

About Maldives Atolls

The Maldives' atolls are home to some of the world's most extraordinary resorts. From the accessible North Malé Atoll to the remote Noonu Atoll, each island offers its own character — but all share the same turquoise water, white sand and unforgettable sunsets.

Things to do

  • Snorkelling with manta rays
  • Sunset dolphin cruises
  • Private sandbank picnics
  • Sunset fishing expeditions

Excursions we love

  • Malé city tour
  • Local island visit
  • Submarine excursion
  • Photo flight by seaplane
Where to eat

Top restaurants in Maldives Atolls

Our advisors' shortlist of the tables worth planning a trip around — from heritage local kitchens to Michelin-starred destination dining.

European seafood

Ithaa Undersea

The Conrad Rangali's original all-glass underwater restaurant — a bucket-list lunch.

Modern seafood

Subsix

Descend six metres below sea level for chef's-table dining surrounded by reef.

Seafood tasting

5.8 Undersea

The world's largest all-glass underwater restaurant at Hurawalhi.

Latin-Asian

Fuego at Cocoa Island

Open-fire cooking on the sand — one of the atolls' most romantic tables.

Treetop grill

Terra at Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi

Twelve-metre-high private treehouse dining above the lagoon.

Ready to plan your trip?

Speak with one of our travel advisors for tailor-made itineraries, hand-picked hotels and ATOL-protected peace of mind.

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