Maldives Yacht Charter

Lying in the Indian Ocean off India’s southern tip, Maldives is a slender island chain that has become a world-famous destination for luxury. The islands are surrounded by infinite shades of blue water and offer an underwater paradise unlike any other.

The archipelago comprises some 1,190 islands in total. Above the water, exceptional scenery and natural beauty are in abundance; while in the underwater coral gardens, an astonishing array of marine life is awaiting to be discovered.

The many coves and lagoons make the region a fantastic option for a superyacht charter. Whether you are seeking snorkelling and scuba diving sites or onshore indulgence of the many spas and resorts, there is something for everyone.

Hop between the islands or dip beneath the azure waves for an unusual dining experience at the underwater restaurant in in Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas.

A superyacht charter itinerary in the Maldives can encompass all the key locations or be a little more off the beaten track. Start in the Port of Male at the North Male Atoll and cruise at leisure towards the Lhaviyani Atoll, where you shall find scuba diving sites teeming with manta rays, turtles, butterflyfish, unicorn fish, lobsters, barracuda and often a shark or two. The most popular dive sites include Felivaru Kandu, Kanuhura Corner and the Kuderu Caves.

At Noonu Atoll, 70 lush and tropical islands await your footsteps. The white sugar-sand beaches are pristine and the rich vegetation provides a stunning setting for establishments.

The Baa Atoll is one of the most famous in the Maldives and has a reputation for being particularly beautiful. The shallow coral reefs around the atoll make it ideal for snorkelling.

North Ari Atoll, in the west of the Maldives, is famed for large pelagic species, such as hammerhead sharks and manta rays, and the underwater terrain here differs from much of the rest of the Maldives. It features submerged pinnacles scattered throughout the lagoon and in the channels around the islands.

Across Maldives, palm-fringed beaches and sand as soft as powder offer a barefoot luxury of the highest standards. Best visited between November and April, this paradisical island state remains high on the list of superyacht cruising destinations.