Mathiveri — Alifu Alifu (North Ari) Atoll, Maldives
Deep inside the North Ari Protection Zone, where whale sharks are sighted almost daily in season. Few guesthouses means few tourists — the reef is yours.
Why Mathiveri?
- North Ari whale shark zone
- Manta ray season
- Uncrowded reef
- Community-run guesthouses
Getting there
Travel time from Velana International (MLE): approximately 80 minutes by speedboat, ferry. Transfer from $40 per person.
Accommodation
Guesthouse rates from $40/night. Typical mid-range double: $78/night.
Best time to visit
January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November, December.