South Ari Atoll
South Ari Atoll is one of the world's most reliable spots for whale shark sightings, and a designated marine protected area for the species. Resorts here run scheduled snorkel excursions to South Ari's whale-shark zone year-round.
About South Ari
Lily Beach, LUX* South Ari, Constance Moofushi and Conrad Maldives Rangali Island all sit within easy boat reach of the whale-shark zone. Conrad's Ithaa Undersea Restaurant (the world's first all-glass underwater dining venue) is here too. The atoll's house reefs are vibrant; the open-ocean wildlife is a class apart.
Resorts in South Ari
5 hand-picked resorts.
Lily Beach Resort & Spa
Original 'Platinum Plan' all-inclusive in whale shark country.
LUX* South Ari Atoll
South Ari's whale shark capital with 193 villas across a 1.8km island.
Constance Moofushi Maldives
Crusoe-chic all-inclusive: sand floors, white roofs, whale shark waters.
Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa
Family-favourite all-inclusive in whale shark country.
Sun Island Resort & Spa
Largest island resort in the Maldives: long beaches, all-inclusive value.