1. Summer Island Maldives - Blue Lagoon 

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With sustainability at the heart of Summer Island Maldives, the resort is home to the world’s largest 3D printed coral reef. The reef was installed in 2018, designed to restore marine ecosystems affected by climate change. Recognized by Guinness World Records, the coral reef lies just beyond the resort’s main jetty. At the Blue Lagoon nursery, young corals are carefully nurtured before relocating them to the reef, where they continue to grow.

Today, the lagoon is teeming with marine life, and its residents include a giant moray eel along with an array of vibrant reef fish.

Guests can dive and snorkel through this incredible underwater world, experiencing firsthand how innovation is transforming coral reef restoration.

In addition to the reef, solar water heating, single-use plastic elimination, and the eco-friendly mosquito control system reflect the resort’s unwavering commitment to sustainability. By seamlessly blending modern solutions with conservation efforts, Summer Island offers an eco-conscious escape.

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2. Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru - Our Marine Lab by Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

At Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, every stay comes with a sense of purpose. More than a luxurious island escape, it’s an invitation to make a meaningful difference. Home to the Maldives’ first resort-based research and education facility, Our Marine Lab has pioneered marine conservation since 2004 - protecting endangered species, restoring coral reefs, and empowering local youth through education and community outreach.

In 2025, Our Marine Lab expands its efforts with three key initiatives: coral micro-fragmentation to maximise the survival of heat-resilient reef species, a floating mid-water nursery to support coral growth, and coral larval restoration to enhance reef regeneration and biodiversity during natural spawning events.

These efforts are underpinned by over a decade of recognised sustainability - EarthCheck Gold Certified in 2022 for consistent excellence in environmental and community practices. At Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, each stay contributes to a legacy of marine conservation, where luxury and environmental responsibility are seamlessly intertwined.

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3. Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon

With sustainability deeply rooted in its foundation, Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon redefines luxury travel by blending eco-conscious practices into its daily operations. From routine reef assessments and extensive recycling efforts, to eliminating single-use plastics, Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon has consistently worked towards eliminating its carbon footprint. Among its many eco-friendly initiatives include meticulously assessing the house reef through monitoring marine biodiversity, identifying threatened species and protecting them. The resort’s Ocean Data Logger project is instrumental in tracking reef water quality by providing significant insights into ocean health.

As recycling is a key practice on the island, Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon’s coral reef restoration program uses reef cubes built from recycled glass and concrete. Guests at the resort can be a part of this initiative by purchasing reef cubes and actively supporting its conservation efforts. From energy-efficient practices and responsibly disposing waste, to organic farming, Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon consciously takes proactive measures to protect the environment.