5 ways to get the most out of your stay at LUX* South Ari Atoll

1. Whale Shark trip with a Marine biologist

Swimming with Whale Sharks & Manta Rays ticks the top on bucket list of many visitors in the Maldives. Renowned as the best place to swim or dive with Whale Sharks in Maldives, the South Ari Atoll is probably the only 5 star resort that is 20 min away by boat from the Whale Shark Marine Reserve you can find in the island nation. Join the marine biologist on a traditional wooden dhoni boat and set off to search for the gentle giants - whale sharks.

2. Yoga & Sound bath aboard a dhoni

There’s nothing like it in Maldives as cruise onboard a traditional wooden dhoni in the Maldives at golden hour. The ocean turns liquid gold, setting the scene for a meditation practice, Tibetan sound bowl therapy, breath work and yoga. Also expect a refreshing detox drink and a mood-enhancing oil blend too. To float on the water to the rhythm of the tides and waves is the purest connection to nature. You will feel the mind and body reset.

3. Divine Your Dinner

Holidaying in the Maldives is magical and being on a bed in the middle of the deserted beach under a starry sky is pure magic. Picture this. A real bed on the beach on a secluded part of the island. The beach all to yourself. A bonfire. Candlelights. The scintillating lagoon. The starlit sky. It doesn't get more magical than this. A gourmet menu crafted by talented chef. Did someone say champagne? If you have ever wondered what it feels like to arrive on a desert island in the most luxurious fashion possible, this is it.

4. Jet Ski safari

On your guided jet ski adventure, experience the wonder of the colourful reefs and the aquatic life below, and stunning secluded beaches that are not accessible by conventional charters.

Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, adrenaline junkie, or simply seeking a unique way to explore the Maldives, hop on a jet ski, one of the most thrilling rides, snorkelling gear on hand. Keep your eyes open for a message in a bottle… The Maldives is 99% percent water, and the feeling of being on and in the water is freeing. Tides permitting, you may even land on a sandbank or at the beach for a fabulous picnic.

5. Say ‘I do’ in paradise

Awarded as South Asia’s most sustainable wedding resort LUX* South Ari Atoll is is truly magical wedding destination to say ‘I do’ or to renew your vows. Whether your dream wedding involves a candlelit dinner party, a toes-in-the-sand barefoot beach wedding or an eco-chic zero waste wedding, LUX* Maldives has got a team of planners who love nothing more than planning a celebration.

LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas

Best Experience for:  Couples, Families, Value, Diving, Dining, Whale Shark Watching, weddings, All Inclusive

If you’ve fantasized about living a–lavish–Robinson Crusoe life on a faraway tropical island, you’re in the right place. Cutting-edge designer villas and world-class dining can be found only a 30-minute seaplane transfer away from Malé Airport, making LUX* South Ari Atoll one of the most exciting resorts in the Maldives. Here, you will ride your bicycle along the jetty, swim alongside whale sharks, hang out in your bungalow on stilts, dine at any of the eight restaurants, dance the night away, partake in marine conservation. The luxe resort has a PADI-certified dive centre, two infinity pools, a floodlit tennis court, a fitness centre and a renowned spa. Whatever it is you love, you’ll find it here at LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas. READ FULL REVIEW

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