Maldives is a famous global tourist destination and is known as a tourist paradise where anyone wants to have a vacation or explore the beauty of the world’s lowest country. When traveling to the Maldives, what are the must-see destinations for foreign tourists?
Maldives is a famous tourist destination with the most impressive sea beauty on earth
Maldives has countless coral islands, each with its own unique charm. Wanting to explore the Maldives, most international tourists will fly to the bustling capital Male and then travel to visit tourist areas across the country – a coral island nation with beautiful turquoise color.
Maldives has countless coral islands, each with its own unique charm
Most tourists will not stay long in the capital before boarding a boat, ferry or seaplane to go to the bays with sparkling resorts and international standard resorts on clear blue sea water. Maldives is not only a destination for those who want a relaxing, relaxing trip for couples, but also an experiential and backpacking destination for everyone.
Maldives is also a resort paradise on small islands with many beautiful resorts located on the sea or inland
The most attractive destinations in Maldives for tourists are:
Capital Male
The capital Male is a must-see destination for anyone who sets foot in the Republic of Maldives. Only about 5 minutes away from the international airport, Male will be the first or last destination that tourists to the Maldives will explore during their trip to the beach paradise in the Indian Ocean.
The capital Male is a must-see destination for anyone who sets foot in the Republic of Maldives
Male is one of the cities with the highest population density in the world with an area of only about 5.6km2. This was once the King’s Island where monarchs built palaces to live and govern the country. Visiting Male – Maldives, you will be able to walk around the beautiful capital, explore culture, local people’s lives and enjoy traditional cuisine.
Enjoy Maldivian cuisine in Male before heading to your resort!
Hulhumale Island
Right across the sparkling sea from the capital Male, Hulhumale Island continues to grow and develop more and more as more and more land is reclaimed to house the overcrowded urban households. more crowded.
virtual Hulhumale continues to grow and develop more and more as more and more lands are reclaimed
This is also where Velana International Airport is located, – the main gateway to these paradise islands. Hulhumale Island is one of the beautiful islands with the breath of the sea, a mosque for you to visit. , experience.
Maafushi
Maafushi Island has been attracting more and more tourists lately since the Maldives government started allowing local residents to open guesthouses (and small hotels) on the inhabited islands.
Maafushi Island has recently been attracting more and more tourists
Previously, tourists only stayed on uninhabited resort islands, causing tourism to be limited. Now, with things having changed, some of the small islands in the Maldives have started to thrive, which is beneficial for tourists and locals. Tourists get to experience a taste of Maldivian culture and locals gain additional income from tourism.
Crystal clear blue water on a beautiful island – where you can both explore the beauty of the sea and the beauty of local culture
Maafushi is an ideal destination for those who want to save money on their Maldives trip. Coming here, you will experience exciting activities such as: visiting resort islands, scuba diving, fishing…
Utheemu
Utheemu is one of the few inhabited islands in Haa Alif Atoll, the northernmost of all the Maldives island chains, the beautiful site of Utheemu holds a special place in the history of this archipelago nation . Located in the northern region of the archipelago, Utheemu Island in the Maldives is also loved by tourists for its scenic beauty and historical significance. Also known as Haa Alif Atoll, the island is about 297 km south of Male, the capital of the Maldives.
Utheemu is one of the few inhabited islands in Haa Alif Atoll
This was once the home of the revered King Mohamed Thakurufaanu – the leader credited with expelling Portuguese invaders from the islands at the end of the 16th century.
The island with sparkling white sand beaches and gentle living creatures, is also famous for heritage such as Utheemu Ganduvaru – the beautiful wooden palace where the revered leader grew up.
The island with many remaining historical relics in the Maldives attracts the attention of many tourists
Feydhoo
Located in the southern province of Maldives, Feydhoo is one of the inhabited islands and is also home to many animals and plants. The people who resided here were formerly Gan people. Feydhoo Island is peaceful with a rich ecosystem, green vegetation and captivating coastline. Leafy streets lined with narrow rows of houses bear the mark of Feydhoo Island’s unique culture, history and natural heritage.
Feydhoo is one of the inhabited islands and is also home to many animals and plants
Feydhoo is like a beautiful picture of life living in the Maldives. Coming to Feyhoo, strolling on the winding paths and tasting seafood curries with the locals in a warm welcome is a memorable experience on your trip to the Maldives!
Feydhoo is like a beautiful picture of life living in the Maldives
Feydhoo Island has an area of 49.20 hectares and is located about 537 km from Malé, the capital of the Maldives. The best time to visit Feydhoo is between December and April. During this time the weather is dry, with little or no rain. Winding walkways abound on this island, and fun activities such as snorkeling, fishing, and cycling on the island are popular with international tourists.
Feydhoo Island has an area of 49.20 hectares and is located about 537 km from Malé, the capital of the Maldives.
Maradhoo
Located in the beautiful Addu Atoll of the Maldives, Maradhoo Island is considered an authentic Maldivian experience, combined with outdoor activities and exciting exploration of the island. A vacation at the southern tip of the island will help visitors enjoy the most peaceful and pristine features of the Maldives.
Located in the beautiful Addu Atoll of the Maldives, Maradhoo Island is considered an authentic Maldives experience
It is easily accessible as it is a ten-minute drive from Gan International Airport. Moving from the airport to your vacation spot, you will see many beautiful scenery along the way. Despite the urban development, the island of Maradhoo still preserves the original, natural beauty that nature has given it, making it the most quintessential paradise on earth.
Veligandu Island
Veligandu is an ideal resort island in the Maldives with super romantic sunsets, high-quality luxury resorts with bars, kayaks lying peacefully on the turquoise beach and crystal clear waves gliding gently. .
Veligandu is an ideal resort island in the Maldives with super romantic sunsets and luxury resorts
Beautiful Veligandu has long been one of the top destinations in the Maldives for couples. The island is ideal for newlyweds to experience romantic and peaceful moments together. The resort with the same name as the island is a place often chosen by tourists, especially those who want a memorable honeymoon trip.
Beautiful Veligandu has long been one of the top destinations in the Maldives for couples
Banana Reef
To the north of Male Atoll and located inside Kuda Kalhi, just west of Club Med is Banana Reef, one of the most popular dive sites in the Maldives.
Also known as Gaugugiri Station, Banana Reef is named after the overall shape of the island when viewed from above. There are many diving areas for visitors to explore, such as in the west is a large cave where you can see many fish swimming about 1m to 15m below the water surface. The northeast side of the reef is said to be the best place for diving with many large caves and beautiful, majestic overhangs. There are certainly many attractions at these diving sites such as coral reefs and other marine life.
The northeast side of the reef is said to be the best place for diving with many large caves and beautiful, majestic overhangs.
This is the most ideal place in the Maldives for those who love experiential activities, especially scuba diving. Colorful schools of fish swimming around will make you excited as you admire the beauty of the ocean.
This is the most ideal place in the Maldives for those who love experiential activities, especially scuba diving
Thulusdhoo Island
One of the islands in the Maldives that many tourists love is Thulusdhoo – Kaafu atoll. What is the ideal destination for those who love surfing? Thulusdhoo Island is located just 28 km north of Male. This is the capital of Kaafu atoll. About 1400 people live on the island.
One of the islands in the Maldives that many tourists love is Thulusdhoo – Kaafu atoll
The island has its own bikini beach, exclusively for tourists. The beach is small and fenced off from the ocean with rocks, so there are no coral reefs either. In addition, the area of the island is expanded by an artificial embankment on the east side, which has not yet been built.
Strict rules against poaching have helped these atolls preserve the richness of their marine ecosystem. On the island of Thulusdhoo there are boats, built to catch not only large fish, marlin and tuna, but also smaller species, such as crevalles, barracudas… You can experience the activities Fishing with local people.
Strict rules against poaching have helped these atolls preserve the richness of their marine ecosystem
Fuvahmulah
Fuvahmulah is an ideal destination for those who love scuba diving. Diving around Fuvahmulah you will have the opportunity to see thresher sharks, ocean tiger sharks around the coral reefs. With many unique characteristics, Fuvahmulah is different from the rest of the islands in the Maldives. This is home to many species of Maldivian fish and birds. This is also one of the few islands with a freshwater lake.
Fuvahmulah is an ideal destination for those who love scuba diving
Alimatha Island
Located on the eastern edge of the Maldives, in the famous Felidhe Atoll, Alimatha is a wonderful tourist island offering luxury villas, long stretches of pristine white sand beaches and most importantly a number of famous SCUBA diving spots
Alimatha is a wonderful tourist island that offers luxury villas
Hithadhoo
Hithadhoo is a better (at least for a Maldivian island) and highly populated (at least for a Maldivian island) subdivision of Addu city in the old Seenu atoll that can be reached on the top a route connecting Gan with Maradhoo. Everything on the island is wonderful from the dreamy natural scenery to the services and professionalism of the staff.
Impressive beauty where humans and marine creatures can live in harmony
Hithadhoo also attracts tourists because of its rich and diverse ecosystem, especially the marine ecosystem. The water is clear blue, below are coral reefs, and schools of colorful fish swimming. The island is always filled with blue, the blue of the sea, the blue of the sky and the green of the trees… Night diving at Hithadhoo is a memorable experience for tourists who love to explore. Coming here you will feel like you are lost in paradise, this is a suitable destination for both honeymoon couples and those who love to explore.
Hithadhoo also attracts tourists because of its rich and diverse ecosystem, especially the marine ecosystem
Far away
Kuredu is the jewel of Lhaviyani atoll – the north central region of the Maldives archipelago.
Considered the precious gem of the Maldives
The boomerang-shaped island is covered by a single resort with rustic bamboo shacks and rows of wooden overwater villas. The entire place is surrounded by a stretch of white sand and is considered one of the most advanced diving destinations in the country – currents are strong and waves are high.
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Gan is mainly known for its airport, which is the second largest in the entire Maldives and was a famous air base for the British Royal Air Force during World War II. Today, the island has shed its military importance in favor of thriving tourism. The island is slowly rising to become one of the most popular spots in Addu Atoll.
The peaceful sea beauty on Gan Island
Addu Atoll consists of seven islands, four of which are connected by paths accessible on foot or by bicycle or vehicle. This is quite a unique experience in the Maldives, visitors to Gan can enjoy a secluded ‘private island’ experience and easily travel to explore the inhabited islands of Feydoo, Maradoo and Hithadoo and sample or the real life of the Maldives.
Coming to Gan, you can enjoy a secluded ‘private island’ experience
Kunfunadhoo Island
If you are after the luxury and romance of the Maldives, the luxury resort on Kunfunadhoo Island will not disappoint! This island is praised by many tourists as the best place to stay in the Maldives for tourists who want to have a romantic trip, enjoy a comfortable vacation and recharge with positive energy.
Kunfunadhoo Island who pursues the luxury and romance of the Maldives
Visitors can pass through a large wooden hall hidden among the coconut trees. Then go to cocktail bars, admire the beauty of stilt houses above the jungle, or bask on beaches where the sunlight shines.
Kunfunadhoo Island
Not only that, a few infinity pools and bars will be ideal virtual check-in locations on this island. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy a romantic meal by the Indian Ocean beach to have unforgettable memories and moments during your trip!
Unique design on the sea
Above are the most interesting and favorite destinations in the Maldives. Hopefully this article has provided useful information to make your trip to explore the sea tourism paradise as complete as possible. Wishing you and your family, friends, and loved ones a trip to the Maldives full of joy and beautiful moments!