Noonu Atoll
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Noonu Atoll

Rising star of Maldives tourism with ultra-luxury resorts, pristine sandbars, and incredible snorkelling in clear lagoons.

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Total Islands 69
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Capital Island Manadhoo
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Best Time November to April
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From Malรฉ 170 km from Malรฉ
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Population 14

Noonu Atoll (South Miladhunmadulu) has emerged as one of the Maldives’ most exciting destinations, attracting some of the world’s most prestigious resort brands. Cheval Blanc, Velaa Private Island, and Joali are among the ultra-luxury properties here that have put Noonu firmly on the global luxury travel map.

The atoll’s lagoons are remarkable โ€” brilliantly clear, shallow, and teeming with marine life. Snorkelling here frequently yields encounters with sea turtles, reef sharks, and dense schools of tropical fish. The sandbars are Instagram-famous for good reason.

Known For
Ultra-Luxury ResortsSandbarsSea TurtlesClear LagoonsVelaa Private Island
โœˆ๏ธ How to Reach

Seaplane (35 min) or domestic flight to Maafaru Airport.

๐Ÿจ Stay

Places to Stay in Noonu Atoll

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๐ŸŒŠ Sea

Sea Experiences Near Noonu Atoll

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