THE BEST: House Reefs
Amari Raaya
Amari Raaya embodies the essence of paradise, boasting untouched natural wonders and some of the most remarkable coral reefs in the Maldives.
Snorkeling offers a splendid opportunity to witness breathtaking sights beneath the water’s surface, allowing one to marvel at a kaleidoscope of colors and captivating sea creatures.
For the more daring, embarking on a scuba diving expedition promises an up-close and personal encounter with the mesmerizing underwater realm. Renowned for unforgettable encounters with magnificent sea creatures, prepare to encounter a diverse array of awe-inspiring marine life, including sharks, barracudas, and sailfish.
COMO Cocoa Island
COMO Cocoa Island boasts one of the most mesmerizing house reefs, nestled amidst the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. The luxury resort is a secluded paradise on a private island known for its breathtaking beauty and incredible marine life.
The house reef surrounding COMO Cocoa Island is a diver’s dream come true. The resort’s location on the South Malé Atoll offers easy access to some of the Maldives’ most vibrant and diverse coral ecosystems. The underwater world here is teeming with schools of Kashmir snapper and oriental sweetlips, needlefish, resident turtles, and the occasional (harmless) reef sharks.
With crystal-clear waters, excellent visibility, and shallow depths, novice snorkelers and experienced divers can immerse themselves in this underwater wonderland.
Avani + Fares Maldives
Translating to “Reef” in Dhivehi, the exquisite resort lives up to its name by showcasing a breathtaking marine wonderland. Nestled on the western edge of Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the colors of the corals are surreal, while baby reef sharks swim right up to the shoreline, and dolphins visit the lagoon.
Snorkeling around the island brings encounters with hawksbill turtles and whale sharks, while nearby Hanifaru Bay is world famous for its hundreds of manta rays.
Baa Atoll boasts the most incredible and prolific marine life, making for some of the best snorkeling and diving in the Maldives.