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Maldives: Beyond the Postcard
A thousand coral islands, remarkable marine life and stays for every kind of traveller — discover the Maldives one atoll at a time.
Explore MaldivesDiscovery
Explore atolls, island communities and hidden corners across the archipelago.
Scuba Diving
World-class reefs, channels, wrecks and encounters with sharks and mantas.
Beach
Powder-white beaches, sandbanks and tranquil lagoon escapes.
Budget Travel
Plan an island stay with guesthouses, local stays and practical travel ideas.
Resorts
Compare resort islands, room information and verified property details.
Welcome to the Maldives — an archipelago of 1,192 coral islands scattered across the Indian Ocean like gems on a turquoise sea. Each of the 20 atolls has its own character, from the urban pulse of Malé to the silent reef walls of Fuvahmulah where tiger sharks patrol in the deep.
Explore our curated guides to every atoll and plan your ultimate Indian Ocean escape — from the world's best dive sites and manta ray aggregations to luxury overwater bungalows and authentic local island experiences.
Destinations
Dhaalu Atoll
Niyama Private Islands, Sandbars, Luxury Diving, Clear Lagoons, Traditional Fishing
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Shaviyani Atoll
Hammerhead Sharks, Oceanic Whitetips, Deep Walls, Traditional Fishing, Remote Reefs
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Haa Alifu Atoll
Utheemu Palace, Historical Significance, Pristine Reefs, Whale Sharks, Traditional Culture
Read MoreMeemu Atoll (Mulaku)
Night Diving, Schooling Fish, Healthy Coral, Bodu Beru Culture, Local Hospitality
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Faafu Atoll
Unbroken House Reef, Shore Diving, Hard Coral, Sea Turtles, Small Intimate Resorts
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Gaafu Alifu Atoll
Huvadhu Atoll, Pristine Outer Reefs, Tiger Sharks, Undiscovered Diving, Largest Atoll
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Alifu Alifu Atoll (North Ari)
Rasdhoo, Ukulhas, Thoddoo, Sandbanks, Reef Diving, Local Islands
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Haa Dhaalu Atoll
Coral Pinnacles, Large Groupers, Untouched Reefs, Budget Diving, North Maldives
Read MoreRegions of the Maldives
Follow the atoll chain from the far north to Addu, with quick previews for every destination.
Kaafu Atoll

Home to the capital Malé and the most visited atoll, Kaafu offers a perfect blend of city energy and pristine island escapes.
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Find Your Maldives Stay
Browse featured resorts, guesthouses, hotels, local homestays and apartments with atoll, island, rooms, price and rating cues.
Fulidhoo, Vaavu Atoll (Felidhu)
Fulidhoo, Vaavu Atoll (Felidhu)
Fulidhoo, Vaavu Atoll (Felidhu)
Alifu Dhaalu. Mandhoo
Gaafu Alifu. Kooddoo
Raa. Ifuru
Dharavandhoo, Baa Atoll
Fulhadhoo, Baa Atoll
Must-See Destinations
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From world-class dive sites to whale shark encounters — the Maldives is the ultimate ocean playground.
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