Vakkaru Maldives Resort

Located in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the Baa Atoll, Vakkaru Maldives Resort is a 25-minute seaplane flight from Malé. This luxury resort offers overwater and beachfront villas, all equipped with private pools. Guests can enjoy activities such as snorkeling, diving, and a variety of water sports. The resort features top-notch facilities, including an overwater spa, gym, kids’ club, and a selection of gourmet restaurants.

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Hotel Vakkaru Maldives Resort

Vakkaru Maldives Resort is an idyllic island retreat designed as a Resort to take advantage of the country's rich traditions; Recommended for travelers looking for an intimate getaway in one of the most desired island destinations on the planet: the Maldives.


A picturesque 25-minute seaplane trip or a 20-minute domestic flight from Malé International Airport, followed by a 25-minute speedboat ride, will transport you to this Resort that has been specially designed to calm the soul and spirit, with a holistic approach.


Located inside the Reserve called the UNESCO Biosphere at Baa Atoll, Vakkaru Maldives Resort is found on the island of its name, Vakkaru, an island completely surrounded by coral reefs and composed entirely of sediments produced in the “faru” or surrounding coral reefs; these sediments are excreted by a local fish that feeds on the coral, the parrot fish, giving rise to the soft and bright white sand dust that surrounds the island.


It is a complex of exceptional beauty with a great location in the Maldives, where the architecture mixed between the traditional and the modern creates a sustainable luxury environment that makes  for a perfect contrast with the blue waters of the Maldives. Come to Vakkaru and meet the true luxury of a restful and private break!


Vakkaru Maldives Resort has 125 rooms, four restaurants, three bars and a 24/7 gym with an outdoor pool and marina. As well as a SPA and WiFi connection in the common areas of the island.


The 125 villas and suites are located on the beach and on the warm waters of Vakkaru Maldives Resort, they have a sandy but elegant aesthetic that reflects the rustic charm and island vibes of the Maldives culture, offering an incredible sense of space along with tremendous Ocean views. Not forgetting, the hosts of the island remain at your service to ensure that this experience suits your most immediate needs.


During your stay at Vakkaru Luxury Resort Maldives, you can enjoy the following extras that accompany each of its villas and suites like: Free WiFi; minibar; music, entertainment and sound system with pairing capabilities with personal devices; an espresso machine, and tea machine; hammocks and yoga mats; beach bag and flip flops; stationary bicycles; butler service; laundry service; safe; hair dryer and luxury sustainable bathroom items; as well as bottled drinking water and mini bar.


Whether traveling as a couple for a romantic getaway, or in a larger group with your family and friends, Vakkaru Maldives offers an excellent accommodation option and highlights its fashionable design elements together with large spaces inside its rooms, to show that the facilities of this resort have been built with a pure rest in mind while being very attached to the natural environment, seeking as a final goal total relaxation from the moment you step on the island.

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The SPA

Find inner peace with expert therapists at the luxurious water spa at Vakkaru Resort Maldives. The Spa offers four treatment rooms for couples with sea views, eight individual treatment rooms, a nail salon, spa boutique and an outdoor relaxation area where you can enjoy some revitalizing yoga.

You can also practice the benefits of the ancient spiritual and ascetic discipline of India from the serenity of the villas on the water of Vakkaru.

Open: from 10:00 a.m. till 10:00 p.m.

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Water sports

In addition to diving and snorkeling, in Vakkaru you will find exciting water getaways, from aventurous boat trips to catch a magnificent fish that the chef will prepare for dinner, to the mystery of excursions to the neighbouring islands. Try parasailing with stunning views of the turquoise lagoons of the Maldives, views you will never forget.

When you are looking for more serene water activities, you could choose to take a kayak and paddle around the protected lagoon or even relax in the sun in the ocean with a private dhoni trip at sunset to watch the dolphins frolick and jump.

Activities at Splash Water Sports include: snorkeling trips, Stingray Snorkeling Trips (Seasonal), Snorkeling fluo, snorkeling lessons, guided snorkeling by the resort's reef, Dolphin Quests (depending on the location of the resort), excursions to a local island, sunset cruises, traditional Maldivian sunset fishing, Big Game Fishing with 4 different times, private traditional Maldivian sunset fishing, glass bottom boat trips, private luxury boat rentals to privatize all the aforementioned activities, jet ski guided tours, parasailing, fun rides, water skiing sessions and lessons, wakeboarding sessions and lessons, knee boarding sessions and lessons, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, windsurfing, sailing and kite surfing.

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Diving center

In Vakkaru Resort there are incredible world famous dive sites waiting to be explored. Vakkaru is surrounded by a magnificent coral reef that encircles the entire island, to the delight of snorkeling enthusiasts. Being located in the atoll of Baa, during the summer, it is easy to see stingrays on the island's own reef.

  • Guided diving trips for certified divers.
  • Diving equipment rental program (under direct supervision).
  • Introductory dives with a program
  • Discover Scuba Diving for non-certified divers.
  • Introductory program for young divers from 8 years of age.
  • Dive review program.

The offers also include a beginner level package and the possibility of continuing from Scuba Diver to Dive Master courses, including: Open Water Diver, Adventures in Diving, Advance Diver and Rescue Diver; Specialty courses such as: Nitrox diver, digital photography, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Night Diver, Drift Diver, Boat Diver, Naturalist Diver and many more; Private diving trips, courses and programs in several languages are also available along with camera rental.

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