Ari Atoll, located in the western part of Malé, is renowned for the best shallow dive sites in the Maldives. It offers excellent diving environments both on top and around the atoll. Many divers consider it the best shallow dive site in the Maldives. South Ari Atoll remains one of the best places in the world to watch whale sharks. The peak season for encountering whale sharks is from August to November each year.
There are about 20+ Resorts & Hotels in Ari Atoll, from 7-Star Luxury Maldives Resorts to Affordable 4-Star Hotels in Maldives, where you can enjoy the best snorkeling in the Maldives, visit whale sharks, and book Ari Atoll Resorts & Hotels in the Maldives. You can also enjoy luxurious hotel facilities, fine white sandy beaches, scenic lagoons, spas, water activities, and gourmet food. Whether you seek adventure, relaxation, or romantic seclusion, the pristine white beaches and beautiful lagoons will ensure an unforgettable Maldives vacation experience.
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Beach Quality
Snorkeling & Diving
Lagoon
Natural Twin Islands
Sandbank
Acess to the Island: Seaplane
Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), Half Board (Breakfast, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 25 Restaurants: 3
Water Vilas: 50 Bars: 3
Acess to the Island: Seaplane or Domestic Flight
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive, Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 99 Restaurants: 8
Water Vilas: 88 Bars: 4
Acess to the Island: Seaplane
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive
Beach Villas: 88 Restaurants: 2
Water Vilas: 24 Bars: 3
Acess to the Island: Seaplane
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive
Beach Villas: 51 Restaurants: 3
Water Vilas: 25 Bars: 2
Acess to the Island: Seaplane
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive, Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), Half Board (Breakfast, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 36 Restaurants: 2
Water Vilas: 10 Bars: 1
Acess to the Island: Seaplane
Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), Half Board (Breakfast, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 7 Restaurants: 3
Water Vilas: 31 Bars: 2
Acess to the Island: Seaplane or Domestic Flight
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive, Half Board (Breakfast, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 23 Restaurants: 3
Water Vilas: 105 Bars: 3
Acess to the Island: Seaplane
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive, Half Board (Breakfast, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 19 Restaurants: 5
Water Vilas: 11 Bars: 1
Acess to the Island: Speedboat
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive
Beach Villas: 24 Restaurants: 2
Water Vilas: 86 Bars: 2
Acess to the Island: Seaplane or Domestic Flight
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive
Beach Villas: 50 Restaurants: 3
Water Vilas: 62 Bars: 2
Acess to the Island: Seaplane or Domestic Flight
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive
Beach Villas: 69 Restaurants: 4
Water Vilas: 56 Bars: 3
Acess to the Island: Domestic Flight + Speedboat
Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 398 Restaurants: 7
Water Vilas: 64 Bars: 4
Acess to the Island: Seaplane
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive, Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), Half Board (Breakfast, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 25 Restaurants: 5
Water Vilas: 56 Bars: 2
Acess to the Island: Seaplane, Domestic Flight + Speedboat
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive, Half Board (Breakfast, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 10 Restaurants: 1
Water Vilas: 20 Bars: 1
Acess to the Island: Seaplane, Domestic Flight + Speedboat
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive
Beach Villas: 75 Restaurants: 1
Water Vilas: 8 Bars: 3
Acess to the Island: Seaplane
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive
Beach Villas: 46 Restaurants: 2
Water Vilas: 24 Bars: 1
Acess to the Island: Seaplane
Meal Plan: Half Board (Breakfast, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 50 Restaurants: 2
Water Vilas: 20 Bars: 2
Acess to the Island: Seaplane
Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 29 Restaurants: 2
Water Vilas: 16 Bars: 1
Acess to the Island: Seaplane
Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Beach Villas: 25 Restaurants: 2
Water Vilas: 75 Bars: 2