Maldives Yacht Charter

Maayafushi Island, located in the northern part of Ari Atoll (Maldives), is a cozy retreat with a white sandy beach and crystal‑clear waters. The vibrant house reef is a perfect spot for snorkelling and diving: here you can encounter turtles, manta rays and colourful tropical fish. At sunset, it’s lovely to relax on the sea swings with a cocktail, and for a new experience, take a tender to the neighbouring lagoons to watch reef sharks and admire the play of blue hues.

Best for: snorkelling, diving, marine wildlife spotting & relaxed beach stays

South Ari Atoll is one of the world’s top diving destinations: off its shores lies the nutrient‑rich Hukurudhoo Uthuru Kandu Channel. Luxury resorts with overwater bungalows and memorable dining experiences offer a truly relaxing stay. It’s a pleasure to take out kayaks and paddleboards, go snorkelling, or use a tender to reach secluded bays for fresh‑fish dinners and sunset views.

Thanks to its convenient location, the atoll is perfect for island hopping: you can explore numerous picturesque islands. Covering an area of 80×30 km, Ari Atoll hosts 30 resorts - more than any other atoll in the Maldives.

Best for: diving, snorkelling, water activities & island hopping

South Male Atoll is part of the unified Kaafu Atoll together with North Male Atoll and is separated from it by the Vadu Channel. It stretches 36 km from north to south and 19 km from west to east. In this pearl‑like chain of islands, only three are inhabited by local residents, while the others have been transformed into resorts with gentle lagoons and stunning beaches. Of the atoll’s 30 islands, more than half are well‑appointed dream resorts, and the rest are secluded spots where you can drop anchor and enjoy the privacy of silvery sands.

Each island offers a unique experience. The variety of locations lets you keep discovering new facets of the atoll over and over again.

Best for: yachting, snorkelling, cultural exploration, fishing & secluded beach stays

Dhiffushi Island lies in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, part of Kaafu Atoll, just 36.6 km northeast of Male. Its compact size, 950 m by 200 m, means you can walk around it in 20–30 minutes, and its proximity to the capital makes it a convenient stop on a yachting route. It’s not a deserted island, but its emerald‑turquoise lagoons, silvery‑white sand and hammocks over the sea create the feel of a secluded paradise.

Bikini Beach offers photogenic hammocks, and a tender can take you to sandbanks for snorkelling or a picnic. Fishing is available in the lagoons, while ashore you’ll find restaurants, spa services and water activities. The island’s compactness lets you pack a lot of memorable experiences into a short stopover.

Best for: anchor stops, water activities & relaxation

Goidhoo is an inhabited island of Baa Atoll (it’s sometimes grouped with Fulhadhoo and Fehendhoo as part of Horsburgh Atoll) and is the capital of Goidhoo Atoll. The island was settled relatively recently and is separated from Baa by a 10‑km‑wide channel. It’s 1.7 km wide and 2.2 km long, and is one of the few Maldivian islands featuring freshwater lakes. Goidhoo will delight you with beautiful beaches, outstanding snorkelling and excellent value for money.

You’ll find real magic here: bioluminescent plankton, walks among palm trees and lakes to the soundtrack of birdsong, and giant hermit crabs on the velvety white shore. The underwater world is equally stunning - you can dive or snorkel alongside turtles, rays and dolphins.

Best for: diving, walking & seclusion

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is an island in North Male Atoll, essentially a mini‑atoll with its own reef and lagoonoffering excellent conditions for diving and snorkelling. The beach is great, and a free boat runs to the neighbouring Angsana Island every two hours. With snow‑white sands, turquoise waters and incredible underwater visibility, the island feels like a piece of paradise. The resort’s philosophy centres on eco‑conscious seclusion, and its proximity to Male makes it a convenient stop on a yachting route.

Charter yacht guests can go ashore for morning yoga, a dinner at a restaurant or spa treatments. For active travellers, snorkelling, diving, wakeboarding, water skiing and windsurfing are available - everyone can find an adventure to suit their mood.

Ideal for: secluded getaways, snorkelling and diving, spa & water sports

Male is one of the world’s smallest capital cities, covering just 5.8 sq km. Despite its modest size and high population density, it has long been the political, economic and cultural hub of the Maldives. Known as the “Sultan’s Island” for its royal palaces, the city blends vibrant buildings, mosques and narrow streets into the charm of an exotic village in the middle of the ocean.

Be sure to visit the local market to explore the national cuisine, and take a walk around Sultan Park - you’ll find museums, art galleries and the historic Friday Mosque there.

Best for: city walks, history & culture exploration