We have all seen the peaceful pictures of sandy beaches, tropical greenery, and azure waters of the ocean, tempting to explore the joy of island living in the Maldives. But no picture can convey the variety of experiences and sensations that await you in this branch of paradise on earth. Every island in this sunny land is unique but if you want to find the best of this exceptional destination, the stunning resort of Lti Maafushivaru Maldives is ready to open the doors of its charming villas and showcase the delightful options of life amid the serene ocean. This year’s winner of Luxury Lifestyle Awards in the category of The Best Luxury Hideaway Resorts in Maldives is a five-star Indian Ocean gem that gracefully combines a magnificent natural setting with modern architecture and world-class amenities.

The resort was opened welcoming the first guests on 16^th August 2020, and over the year, the team have been working hard to maintain its luxurious charm. Lti Maafushivaru Maldives opened after an extensive luxury refurbishment pulled its way through the pandemic. To get to the picturesque island of Maafushivaru, which is part of the South Ari Atoll, you must take a 25-minute seaplane flight from Malé Airport. This scenic flight over the blue waters of the ocean will be the perfect prologue to your dream vacation. The total length of the island is 350 meters. Its main part is shaded by dense vegetation and surrounded by sandy beaches and a magnificent house reef.

Lti Maafushivaru Maldives offers 81 elegant villas spread across five categories. Directly on the island are land rooms, including Beach Villas, Beach Pool Villas, and Duplex Pool Villas, providing subtle intimacy and chic ambiance. Beach Villas have sun decks overlooking the sea and semi-open-air garden bathrooms with rainfall showers. Beach Pool Villas allow you to enjoy complete privacy with a private pool overlooking the azure waters of the ocean. If you prefer an ultimate beach hideaway, Luxury Lifestyle Awards recommend the Duplex Pool Villa, a two-story 184 square meter villa with a bedroom and balcony on the upper floor and a Built on two-levels, the Duplex Pool Villas are ideal for small families or individual friends who conserve the option by sharing a villa enabling each one’s self-indulgence. Both floors feature a spacious bedroom with a high ceiling on the first level. Each room consists of a king size bed, bathroom with rainfall shower and toilet, and a balcony on the first floor with amazing views of the turquoise lagoon. The second garden bathroom comes with a free-standing bath and an open air and indoor walk-in shower. The outdoor decks feature a daybed, dining area and private pool with sun loungers. If a holiday in the Maldives for you is associated exclusively with overwater experience, then Water Villas and Water Pool Villas, placed along the two jetties, is your choice. These gorgeous villas feature spacious bedrooms, full furnishings, private decks, access to all necessary amenities, and gorgeous lagoon views.

The resort offers a wide range of dining experiences, presented in its restaurants and bars, where you will find a wide selection of fresh seafood, high-quality products, fruits, and vegetables. Moodhu Grill is a restaurant where you will find a wide range of dishes from the tandoor oven with fresh meat and seafood. Mediterranean cuisine connoisseurs will appreciate the menu of Cielo restaurant. Lti Maafushivaru Maldives’ Umi teppanyaki restaurant is a well-deserved favorite among guests, attracting not only gourmet dishes but also incendiary cooking shows. Mediterranean dishes get a special charm with a local twist at Cuisine Gallery. And cozy and relaxing Water Bar is always ready to please you with its unique Tapas menu.

Maafushivaru Island is known as a place where the chances of encountering a manta or a whale shark are high. The home reef surrounding the island is a world of myriads of aquatic life. This is one of the reasons for the huge popularity of diving and snorkeling among the guests of Lti Maafushivaru Maldives. Guests can experience once-in-a-lifetime encounters with a variety of marine creatures while learning about their life and habitat with the full-time resident Marine Biologist on the island. The Marine Biologist at the resort is responsible for developing marine conservation and protection programs and monitor the coral reefs situation surrounding the island. A great source of information about marine life in South Ari Atoll and always more than happy to talk with the guests about the wonders of the oceans; the Marine Biologist gives a presentation on various conservation topics and fascinating facts about sharks, mantas, and turtles once a week which is also included in the weekly activities of the resort.

Additionally, Lti Maafushivaru has several marine conservation partners such as the Olive Ridley Project, Manta Trust, Maldives Whale Shark Research Program, and eOceans.