Omadhoo — Alifu Dhaalu (South Ari) Atoll, Maldives
Inside the South Ari protected area with almost no tourism infrastructure — which means almost no other tourists. The whale shark boats leave from the same water, the prices are lower, and the reef is untouched.
Why Omadhoo?
- South Ari whale shark zone
- Very few tourists
- Quiet reef
- Affordable guesthouses
Getting there
Travel time from Velana International (MLE): approximately 100 minutes by speedboat, ferry. Transfer from $45 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.