A boat safari among the atolls, guided by nature and the breath of the Ocean
A sailing resort for a voyage to a true paradise on earth, combining exploration and luxury: turquoise lagoons surrounded by talcum sandbars and coral gardens, private beach dinners and exciting aquatic encounters await you; you can see for yourself the "sea of stars" with plankton that illuminates the sea in electric blue at night.
The Dhoni, in its traditional wooden or ultra-modern fiberglass version, with diving station inside, is the perfect boat to live this dream. Atolls are circular coral reefs enclosing an inland lagoon of varying size communicating with the ocean via one or more channels called "passes," which allow for inland water exchange and subject to strong currents.
Each atoll consists of several hundred islands, only a few of which are inhabited, located both within the atolls and along the ocean reef. In turn, almost all the islands are surrounded by their own coral reefs enclosing a lagoon.
Nautical Bases for Maldives
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FAANAMUDU GAU
Navigation leads to the turquoise waters of Faanamudu Gau, a marine area characterized by shallow waters, sandy inlets, and reefs teeming with life.
Conditions here are ideal for mask and fins: colorful coral gardens inhabited by tropical fish, sea turtles, reef sharks and stingrays extend below the surface.
In the afternoon, a walk on a pristine sandbank gives the feeling of essential luxury, surrounded by the purest nature.
As evening falls, the experience is rounded out with traditional Maldivian bottom fishing, an ancient ritual that allows you to discover the deep connection between Maldivians and the sea.
MEERU FENFUSHI & FESDHOO LAGOON
Meeru Fenfushi is a desert island, perfect for awakening the senses and experiencing the absolute silence of the most authentic Maldives.
Fesdhoo Lagoon is famous for its intense marine activity, especially after sunset. After dinner, under the lights of the yacht, we witness an extraordinary natural spectacle: manta rays and nurse sharks emerge from the depths, slowly gliding through the illuminated water. A rare and evocative moment that makes the night in the Maldives an unforgettable experience.
HOHOLHA CORAL GARDEN & AREYS REEF
The Hoholha Coral Garden and Areys Reefs represent two of the world's most fascinating sites for aquatic activity.
These reefs are renowned for healthy corals and extraordinary marine biodiversity, with schools of fish, rays, turtles and pelagic predators.
In the afternoon, the sandbar of Maavaru Bay becomes the perfect setting for an exclusive dinner on the beach, under a starry sky, with the sound of the Ocean as the only soundtrack.
DEGA THILA & EMBOODHOO ISLAND
At Dega Thila, coral reefs thrive around submerged pinnacles that emerge from the depths, creating a spectacular setting for snorkeling and diving.
The excursion continues to the deserted island of Emboodhoo, where time seems to stand still and the atmosphere retains a rare authenticity.
The day ends at Rahdigga Lagoon, perfect for a sunset swim in calm, crystal-clear waters.
HURSDHOO ISLAND & WRENCH LAGOON
The deserted island of Hursdhoo offers pristine landscapes and fine sandy beaches.
Nella vicina Wrench Lagoon, uno dei punti di aggregazione delle mante, si vive l’emozione unica di osservare questi giganti eleganti durante le ore notturne, attratti dal plancton e dalle luci della barca.
DANGETHI & SOUTH ARI ATOLL
The itinerary continues to Dangethi Island in the South Ari Atoll.
Qui si visita il celebre Rangali Manta Point e si esplora l’Area Marina Protetta alla ricerca degli squali balena, uno degli incontri più iconici delle Maldive.
In the evening, anchored in Dangethi Lagoon, we set off on a guided cultural walk around the island: local stores, Maldivian traditions and majestic banyan trees over 300 years old tell the story and soul of the archipelago.
TURTLE LAGOON & NURSE SHARK POINT
The day is devoted to exploring Turtle Lagoon, near Biyadhoo Island, a natural habitat for resident green turtles.
We then continue to Nurse Shark Point (Rasmale'), where it is possible to swim alongside docile and fascinating nurse sharks in an exciting dive.
The Guraidhoo Arch reef completes the experience with spectacular coral formations and large schools of fish.
KUDA HURAA & STINGRAYS SANDBANK
The cruise continues to the spectacular Stingray Sandbank, where shallow waters attract stingrays that glide elegantly beneath the surface.
In the afternoon, an in-channel snorkeling experience leads to the atoll's largest sandbar.
At sunset, aperitifs served right on the beach celebrate the end of the day, before returning to the ship for dinner.
