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Ari Atoll – Island

Island · No. 4 in Maldives

Boutique hotels in Ari Atoll

Ari Atoll's long lagoons and whale sharks give it some of the best diving in the Maldives.

Handpicked boutique hotels

Where to stay in Ari Atoll

Ari Atoll is a large atoll west of Malé, known for diving with whale sharks and manta rays. Its islands include small private resorts as well as larger properties with sophisticated underwater restaurants.

Where to stay

Choose a small island for quiet and house-reef snorkeling. Many resorts offer dive centers and excursions to nearby channels.

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Whale sharks can be seen year-round in the south. Seaplane transfers take about 30 minutes.

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Questions about Ari Atoll

How many boutique hotels are there in Ari Atoll?

We list 2 boutique hotels in Ari Atoll, including Conrad Maldives Rangali Island and Nika Island Resort.