Lhaviyani Atoll
Wreck dives and dolphins. Mid-range to ultra-luxe.
About the Atoll
What Lhaviyani is for, and what it isn’t.
Lhaviyani sits north of Baa and west of Noonu. It is one of the most diver-popular atolls thanks to the Shipyard, Kuredu Express, and Felivaru Kandu — a string of dive sites well-loved by people who actually dive.
Resorts span mid-range to ultra-luxury. The atoll is a sensible base for a stay that combines proper diving with quieter beach days.
Best Season
Year-round
Getting There
Seaplane · 40 min
Departing from Velana International (MLE), Malé.
Signature Wildlife
- · Shipyard wreck dives
- · Resident dolphin pods
- · Reef sharks on outer reefs
Velara Resorts on Lhaviyani
Resorts to Consider
Ready When You Are