South Ari Atoll
5 resorts here, reached mostly by seaplane. Together they score highest on house reef.
- 5
- resorts
- 25 to 35
- min from Malé, mostly by seaplane
- 8.9
- average house reef score, its highest
How its resorts score
Average out of 10. The marker is the average across all 68 resorts.
Romance8.0
Villa8.1
Beach8.7
House reef8.9
Food8.4
Transfer6.3
All 5 resorts in South Ari
5 starSouth Ari · Seaplane, 30 min
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
Two connected islands, the world's first underwater restaurant, and the iconic Muraka undersea residence. The definitional Maldives.
Romance8.7Villa9.0Transfer6.5- South Ari atollPhotos on request5 star
South Ari · Seaplane, 35 min
Constance Moofushi
All-inclusive done at 5-star level. Effortless — everything's included, from the champagne to the diving.
Romance8.4Villa8.4Transfer6.5 
5 starSouth Ari · Seaplane, 25 min
LUX* South Ari Atoll
Whale sharks year-round. A big-island vibe with LUX* design, best-in-class for diving families.
Romance8.0Villa8.4Transfer6.0
4 starSouth Ari · Seaplane, 25 min
Vilamendhoo Island Resort
The dive-first resort. World-class house reef, adults-only jacuzzi villa section, and honestly-priced.
Romance7.8Villa7.4Transfer6.8- South Ari atollPhotos on request4 star
South Ari · Seaplane, 30 min
Villa Park (Sun Island)
One of the largest Maldives resorts. Whale sharks nearby, endless facilities, honest all-inclusive.
Romance7.0Villa7.4Transfer5.8