A day or more in Dhiffushi is a must for anyone sailing the Maldives by yacht charter. The Maldives cracks open a universe of enchanting atolls and secret islands, but Dhiffishi makes for a fascinating visit as it's actually a spot that is relatively accessible. This small island can be found in the Kaafu Atoll in North Male. Home to around a thousand residents, it may not be a completely deserted island but it certainly has the look with its surrounding green blue lagoons, its silver-white sands, and its swaying hammocks strung up over the sea. Charter guests can enjoy the best of both worlds here - lapping up the romantic nature of the Maldives while having a little life on their doorstep. Visit Bikini Beach to stretch out in those Instagram worthy hammocks. Take the tender out to the sandbanks for snorkelling and secret gourmet picnics or head for the deeper lagoons to go fishing. With a number of top tier resorts and restaurants, you can blend your yacht stay with pampering, dining, and watersports onshore.
Goidhoo is one of the inhabited islands of the Baa Atoll. This magical island will enchant you with a variety of activities - here you can see bioluminescent plankton, walk through palm trees and freshwater lakes while being serenaded by local bird life, spot huge hermit crabs crawling along the powdery white shores, and witness the spectacular underwater life paradise where you can dive and snorkel amongst turtles, rays and dolphins.
Baa Atoll consists of three separate natural atolls where you can spend your days lazing on the sundeck of the yacht, strolling along white sandy beaches, or jumping in the water toys to explore the thriving marine flora and fauna.
This is the Baa Atoll's third largest island and an ideal destination for sport fishing for bluefin, grouper and snapper. Your catch could be prepared by the yacht's chef and enjoyed on board. Stop off on the island for some people watching from one of the island's cafes or take a stroll through one of the island's parks.
Dharavandhoo is a tiny populated island, with around 800 inhabitants and is surrounded by perfect, clear waters which are known worldwide for their amazing dive sites where you can spot whale sharks and manta rays.
The luxury island of Anantara Kihavah is situated in a UNESCO biosphere reserve of the Baa Atoll. Home to a number of exquisite high-class villas, award-winning underwater dining experiences, and serene dreamy blue waters rich with mantas and hawksbill sea turtles. Considered to be the world's most instagrammable hotel, Anantara Kihavah is all wooden boardwalks, toes in powdered sand delights, restorative spa and wellness wonders, and signature dining concepts that align with the sea, fire, spice, sky philosophy. Sitting in the midst of a turquoise lagoon, the place where an ancient volcano rose up and then withdrew back into the earth, these waters are a whirlwind of blooming coral and glittering lagoon fish. Go dhoni fishing or big game fishing, do yoga at sunrise, and take a cooking class on this Anantara escape.
Charter guests can experience their very own private island paradise on Kunfunadhoo, where Maldivian magic weaves a spell upon the hearts of all visitors. With a tangible mantra of ‘no news, no shoes,’ this secluded spot really does offer an escape from it all. Home to a luxury resort complete with candlelit dining along its shoreline and glass-blowing experiences, Kunfunadhoo sits northwest of the capital, Male. Surrounded by serene, sparkling waters, the island is perfect for charter guests who enjoy diving and snorkelling. Marine life such as dolphins, turtles and schools of colourful fish can be found frequenting the area, while various reefs offer an unforgettable insight into the area’s ecosystem.
The Maldives is a breathtaking group of islands in the Indian Ocean, ideal for yacht charters. Chartering here is ideal during the northern hemisphere's winter months, at the same time as the Caribbean, and provide a unique and exotic alternative to this famous destination. The Maldives offers a warm climate, world-class beaches (some say the best in the world), and stunning coves and lagoons. The archipelago consists of 1,190 coral islands with exceptional scenery and beauty, perfect for snorkelling and diving. Malé is the densely populated capital of the Maldives known for its colourful buildings and mosques. Enjoy a visit to a local market, sample the local cuisine, and take in the sights around Sultan Park, which include museums, art galleries and the Friday Mosque that dates back to 1656.