In video, we dive into a curated collection of the top 5 luxury resorts in the Maldives, where exclusive Manta Ray swim experiences await.
4 of these resorts are located in Baa Atoll, where the extraordinary Hanifaru Bay, hosting the world’s largest known aggregation of Manta Rays, takes center stage.
1 private island is located in Lhaviyani Atoll, close to the breathtaking Manta hotspot Fushifaru Thila, and on their road to the cleaning station.
Top 5 Maldives Luxury Resorts to Swim with Manta Rays In Video
WHY THESE RESORTS ?
Luxury resorts dot the Maldives archipelago, just as marine life do.
Yet, not every corner of the destination is equal when it comes to Manta Rays and some areas in the Maldives offer a more exceptional experience for swimming with these graceful creatures.
These 5 resorts offer exclusive Manta Ray swim experiences along with opulent amenities such as personalized concierge services, gourmet dining options, superb villas and endless exclusive activities.
Extra : most of them offer top snorkeling reefs at proximity.
Amilla Maldives. Baa Atoll
Top Snorkeling Spot !
Amilla Maldives is a luxury haven for those who dream of swimming with Manta Rays in the Maldives with an expert team who excels in precisely locating them.
The resort is one of the best for snorkeling in Maldives with a sensational house reef – also home to the Blue Hole, a tropical reef wonder unique in the country.
Discover more – Diving and Snorkeling in Baa Atoll at Amilla Maldives. Diver Interview
Kudadoo Maldives Private Island. Lhaviyani Atoll
Top Snorkeling Spot !
The exclusive private island resort is located close to Fushifaru Thila, a major Manta hotspot in the Maldives, and it is on the busy road of Mantas who pass-by the resort sandbank to reach their cleaning station.
Kudadoo Maldives Private Island is an All-Inclusive Adults-Only private retreat.
Discover more – Swim with Manta Rays at Kudadoo Maldives Private Island
Milaidhoo Island Maldives. Baa Atoll
Top Snorkeling Spot !
Milaidhoo Island Maldives is perfectly located for prime manta ray viewing, being only about 12-minutes by speedboat from Hanifaru Bay. The 5-star luxury boutique resort is an elegant hideaway known to be one of the most romantic resort in the Maldives.
Discover more – Swim With Manta Rays in Baa Atoll at Milaidhoo Island Maldives
The Nautilus Maldives. Baa Atoll
Top Snorkeling Spot !
The Nautilus Maldives is an exclusive hideaway enjoying a close proximity with Hanifaru Bay where you can snorkel with Manta Rays during full moons, and swim with up to 200 of them !
The Nautilus Maldives is a chic Bohemian hideaway featuring only 26 beach and ocean houses where every moment is personalized for guests.
Discover more – Extraordinary Snorkeling and Diving experiences at The Nautilus Maldives
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru. Baa Atoll
Four Seasons at Landaa Giraavaru is home to the Maldives only full-time Manta Ray research project where you can study Mantas with scientists. Landaa Giraavaru combines innovation, healthy lifestyles, eco-friendly initiatives alongside fine dining, and the highest levels of services.
Discover more – Meet Manta Rays at Four Seasons Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
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