Overview

One hundred kilometers first from the capital of the Maldives, Alifu Atoll or Alif Atoll, commonly known as Ari Atoll, is a fantastic wonder of the Maldives. It is among the country's natural atolls. It was formed by an oval-shaped lagoon dotted with reefs.
This Atoll is one of the largest in the western part of the Maldives archipelago and can be accessed by seaplane 30 minutes from Male International Airport. A total of 105 islands make up the island's 80-kilometer-long, 30-kilometer-wide expanse, which runs north to south.
The outer reef of South Alifu Atoll, a Reserved Marine Area, is home to year-round sightings of whale sharks, whereas North Alifu Atoll is known for its outstanding white sharks. A few of the islands are occupied by luxury resorts, while the rest are home to locals.
The Atoll's coconut production is likewise very great. It is renowned for its beautiful beaches and global diving. The whale sharks and stingrays are the main draws in the nutrient-rich waters. To this day, the people of Alifu Atoll make a primarily living through fishing, sailing, and coral harvesting.

Enjoy WaterSports at Rasdhoo Atoll

Things to Do & See in Alifu

Enjoy WaterSports at Rasdhoo Atoll

Located in North Alifu(Ari) Atoll, the island lies about 60 kilometers west of Male. In terms of length and width, it measures around 0.5 kilometers in the stretch and 0.4 kilometers in width. It is a well-known vacation spot.
It isn't surprising, given that the island's natural beauty, friendly atmosphere, excellent infrastructure, lovely beaches and lagoons, lively ocean entertainment and romantic evenings, and the cozy accommodations and helpful staff at local guesthouses all contribute to a relaxing vacation. The island is covered in a thick blanket of flora despite the tropical heat.
There is a tiny, clean beach on the island called Bikini beach. About a hundred meters long, this beach just on the island isn't quite big. However, during the peak season, the area is overrun with visitors. The beach provides free sun loungers for everyone to use.
Divers flock to this location because of the abundance of marine life(Manta and hawk rays, turtles, eels, sharks, etc.). As a result, diving is the biggest attraction in Rasdhoo. Many watersports are available at the dive centers on Rasdhoo for thrill-seekers. Kayak, jet ski, catamaran, wakeboard, or banana boat ride are just some of the water activities available.

Explore Mahibadhoo

The capital of the South Alifu(Ari) Atoll, Mahibadhoo, is situated in the heart of the Maldives. If you're looking for a Maldives island off the beaten road but don't want to travel too far from Male, Mahibadhoo is an excellent option.
One of Maddives's most minor islands has about 2,500 people and is 8 hectares in size. It is still a wonderful island to visit for water sports, such as diving, swimming, snorkeling, canoeing, and surfing, which is done on the island's beaches.
Fishing and tourism are the primary sources of income for the island's residents. The waters around the island are crystal clear thanks to a house reef that serves as a barrier and a habitat for a wide variety of marine life.

Visit Dhigurah Island, one of the Maldives' Nicest Islands

In the South Alifu(Ari) Atoll, Dhigurah is one of the only inhabited islands around 100 kilometers from Male International Airport and the central city where whale sharks may be found year-round. It is one of the country's nicest islands.
It is home to a small community of fishermen, woodworkers, and boat builders, totaling about 600 people.
It is renowned for its stunning underwater scenery. Rare sea turtles, manta rays, and whale sharks may all be observed up and personal here, making it one of the unique diving experiences in the World.
In addition to diving, house reef snorkeling is also excellent. The island's few independently owned dive shops and affordable cafes are a fantastic place to start If you want to save money while diving.
Dhigurah's location allows visitors to take in both the sunrise and sunset. Several adventurous activities may be held at Dhigurah because of its extended length of white sandy beach, crystal clear sea, and renowned house reef. Hotels and guesthouses of the highest quality may be found at surprisingly low prices throughout the island. Many people organize picnics and romantic meals on this sandbank near the island. Whether by foot or boat, it may be accessed.
Locals and visitors to the Maldives agree that Dhigurah is among the most beautiful islands in the archipelago. Everything we could ever want is here in this little piece of paradise on Earth.

Dive in Hafsa Thila

The small Maldivian island of Velidhoo lies on North Alifu(Ari) Atoll, where its Hafsa Thila dive site begins at 10 meters and descends to 35 meters on a sandy floor. Hafsa Thila has an elliptical shape and measures a few dozen meters in width. Black coral shrubs grow on its walls, with several overhangs at various depths.
Hafsa Thila is well-known for its abundance of marine life, including grey reef sharks, dogtooth tunas, batfish, and shoals fusiliers.
A sea of grey reef sharks greets scuba divers at the dive site. Divers can ascend the pinnacle from its depths to the top. Stay close to the Thila if you want to see reef sharks. Sharks, tunas, and barracudas can often be seen passing near you if you stay still on the top edge reef. The table corals are an excellent place to look for little whitetip sharks.
Hafsa Thila is a well-known destination, so boats may be waiting for you when you get there. All year long, this diving spot is open to divers.