20 Best Beaches in the Maldives

The Maldives, a beautiful chain of islands on the Indian Ocean, is one of the famous attraction points for tourists worldwide. The beaches of Maldives are highly attractive for their picturesque views and serenity. 

Hence, if you are a beach lover looking for perfect destinations to travel to during holidays, consider this guide on famous beaches in the Maldives.

1. Cocoa Island, South Male Atoll

Cocoa island is famous among travellers for its exotic nature, crystal clear sea and coral reefs. Beach lovers will find luxurious staying arrangements in Uber luxe Como Cocoa, one of the most famous extravagant resorts on this island.

• Best Time to Visit: June to July
• Famous For: Cocoa Island is famous for -
  • Scuba diving trip organised by Como Cocoa
  • Exciting marine life
  • Windsurfing

2. Hulhumale Beach, North Male Atoll

This is one of the best beaches in the Maldives, offering you a breathtaking seascape. The clear sky and spectacular white sandy view will snatch your attention in a snap. Located in Kaafu Atoll, the Hulhumale beach is a perfect holiday destination for couples and marine life lovers.

• Best Time to Visit: December to April
• Famous For: This amazing natural spot is also famous for -
  • Hulhumale Central Park
  • Eastern Beach
  • Hulhule Island

3. Mudhdhoo Beach, Vadhoo Island

Mudhdhoo beach is a romantic gateway for all beach lovers. The site even has Unesco Protection status for its versatile biosphere. The bioluminescent glow of tiny organisms living in the sea creates an illusion of a starry sky at night. This beach is hence perfect for enjoying the evening view.

• Best Time to Visit: June to October
• Famous For: The special attractions of Mudhdhoo beach are -
  • Varying marine life
  • Romantic night view
  • Dharavandhoo Mosque

4. Bikini Beach, Maafushi

Located on Rasdhoo Island, this beach gives you the best beach experience. You can take a sun bath in the talc-white sun by flaunting your beach body. In addition, the beach is quite big and covered with leafy palm trees that add a gorgeous picturesque view.

• Best Time to Visit: September to February
• Famous For: Bikini beach is famous for -
  • Speed boat ferry ride
  • Sultan Park
  • Gunbaru Beach
  • National Museum

5. Fulhadhoo Beach, Baa Atoll

Fulhadhoo is one of the top beaches in the Maldives, offering you a soothing vacation. If you are tired of regular din and bustle, you just visit the beach to regain your solitude. The not-so-luxurious yet memorable vibe of this beach has made it a perfect destination for a honeymoon.   

• Best Time to Visit: July to October
• Famous For: This core place of natural beauty is more famous for -
  • Snorkelling
  • Photography
  • Budget-friendly and cordial resorts

6. Kurumba Beach, North Male Atoll

You can reach this romantic honeymoon destination by taking a 20 minutes boat ride from Male. The place is attractive for its picturesque view and entertainment accomplishments. In addition, the resorts are quite affordable and luxurious, giving you a wonderful vacation mood.

• Best Time to Visit: April to October
• Famous For: This solitary beach is famous for -
  • Soothing Maldivian spa
  • Scuba diving
  • The sight of a crystal clear lagoon

7. Reethi Beach, Baa Atoll

Situated on the small island of Baa Atoll, Reethi Beach is rightly called an embodiment of luxury. The beach is full of luxurious hotels and restaurants offering you best-in-class services. Further, the nature here is pleasant and comforting. In addition, this place can give you the most enjoyable night travelling experience.

• Best Time to Visit: Early August
• Famous For: This magnificent honeymoon destination is also known for some famous places that are -
  • Amilla Fushi
  • Dreamland
  • Milaidhoo
  • Landaagiraavaru
  • Different spa and wellness centres

8. Lily Beach, Dhangethi

This is one of the best public beaches in the Maldives, away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The soothing beauty of this beach will remove all the glooms of regular life and rejuvenate your soul. Its proximity to some famous diving sites has made it popular among adventure lovers.

• Best Time to Visit: October to March
• Famous For: Lily beach is famous for -
  • Beach swings
  • Diving sites
  • Coral reefs

9. Fihalhohi Island

This pristine beach is situated on the southernmost edge of Atoll with its bounteous natural beauty. You can explore the variety of marine life by snorkelling in the crystal clear sea. Further, the island has some deluxe hotels and restaurants to give you a world-class experience.

• Best Time to Visit: Mid-November to early April
• Famous For: The attraction points of Fihalhohi Island are -
  • Scuba diving
  • Water sports
  • Maldivian Spa
  • Snorkelling

10. Veligandu Island Beach, Veligandu Island

Situated in North Ari Atoll, Veligandu beach is an off-beat destination for your solo travel or a cosy friends' tour. You can easily reach the island by boat ride from Rasdhoo island. Apart from its romantic appeal, the beach offers some adventurous water sports to remove your boredom.

• Best Time to Visit: July to October
• Famous For: This beach is famous for -
  • Scuba diving
  • Jet skiing
  • Banana boat riding
  • Parasailing

11. Baros Island, North Male Atoll

When it comes to enjoying the serenity of nature, Baros Islands can be the perfect match. Powdery sand, glowing sun and spectacular blue sea will mesmerise you with a heavenly view. In addition, the place is perfect for relaxing and enjoying private romantic moments.

• Best Time to Visit: December to February
• Famous For: The beach has some unique attraction points like -
  • Banyan tree spa Vabbinfaru
  • Manta point
  • Maldivian spa
  • Angsana

12. Bandos, North Male Atoll

Situated near the international airport, Bandos Island is unique for its tropical essence. The comforting vibe of the beach will help you to escape from the monotonous city life. The varying marine life and vast landscape of white glowing sand attract travellers from all over the world to visit and explore the place. 

• Best Time to Visit: December to February
• Famous For: Some attraction points of this gorgeous island are -
  • National Museum
  • Muleeage
  • Snorkelling

13. Taj Exotica Beach, South Male Atoll

Situated near the South Male Atoll, Taj Exotica Beach is famous for its spectacular views and great hospitality. The beauty of the beach will create some of the most memorable moments of your life.

• Best Time to Visit: December to March
• Famous For: Taj Exotica Beach is famous for -
  • Secret Paradise
  • Veli Spa
  • Ocean Junkies Diving Centre
  • OK Maldives

14. Mirihi Island Beach, South Ari Atoll

The attractive arrangements of palm trees, soothing seabed, white sand and sparkling water of the beach attract the travellers to come and explore their heavenly beauty. In addition, the beach falls under the category of bioluminescent beaches where the plankton glows at night time. Thus, they create a glowing view in the seawater that is divine to watch.

• Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year
• Famous For: This famous beach in the Maldives has many attraction points such as -
  • Sunset cruise
  • Cultural island
  • Snorkelling safaris, etc.

15. Sun Island Beaches, South Ari Atoll

Located on wonderful Nalaguraidhoo Island, the beaches around the Sun Island resort are famous for their natural phenomenon and, most importantly, tropical flowers. The picturesque view of the beach will captivate your senses and refresh your mood.

• Best Time to Visit: November to April
• Famous For: Some of the top attraction points of Sun Island Beaches are -
  • Jet skiing
  • Diving
  • National Museum
  • Sultan Park, etc.

16. Dhigurah Beach, South Ari Atoll

This local destination of South Ari Atoll is considered one of the most famous beaches in the Maldives. You can sit at the picnic tables on the beach and watch whale sharks diving in the sea. In addition, the place is a hotspot of different types of turtles. Therefore, marine life lovers can put the beach on their bucket list.

• Best Time to Visit: January to April
• Famous For: This javelin-shaped beach has some marvellous attraction points such as -
  • House reef snorkelling
  • Fishing and barbecue
  • Whale shark snorkelling
  • Manta ray snorkelling, etc.

17. Artificial Beach, Male Island

Slightly deviating from nature's bounty, let's look at a beautiful creation of man. Situated just 1 km away from Velana International Airport, Artificial Beach is a perfect symphony of both luxury and serenity. Here one can enjoy the gorgeous views and enjoy swimming. In addition, the weather remains pleasant throughout the year, which has made the spot more attractive to travellers.

• Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year
• Famous For: Some of the nearby attraction points of Artificial Beach are -
  • Whale Submarine Maldives
  • National Museum
  • Snorkelling
  • Scuba diving

18. Kandolhu Island Beach, North Ari Atoll

Situated 70 km from Ibrahim Nasir Airport, Kandolhu beach is the perfect epitome of gorgeous beauty and tranquillity. Apart from the beautiful beach vibe, you will experience some lip-smacking food centres on this beach.

• Best Time to Visit: December to February
• Famous For: Some famous attraction points of this beach are,
  • Halaveli islands
  • Ellaidhoo Chaaya Reef
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving, etc.

19. Bodu Mora, Vaavu Atoll

Apart from its picturesque panoramic views, Bobu Mora beach is famous for its abundance of coconut trees. The pristine water of the Arabian Sea, white sand and peaceful ambience are the attractive features of this beach. The destination is quite off-beat and helpful to release all your stress and anxiety and bring refreshments.

• Best Time to Visit: November to April
• Famous For: This tranquil beach has some famous attraction points such as,
  • Whale Submarine
  • Water sports
  • Snorkelling
  • Sultan park, etc.

20. Thulusdhoo Island, Kaafu Atoll

Apart from viewing the beauty of the beach, if you want to explore the true essence of Maldivian culture, then Thulusdhoo Island can be a perfect choice. The area has some attractive local spots where you can taste the local cuisine and stay to experience the amazing cordial nature of the local people. 

You can easily reach this gorgeous island by taking a half-an-hour boat ride from Male.

• Best Time to Visit: November to April
• Famous For: This archipelago has some attraction points such as,
  • Surfing
  • Aquatic sports
  • Sea Star Diving Centre
  • Maldivian spa, etc.

The Maldives is a chain of approximately 1200 islands on the great Indian Ocean. Therefore, there are multiple beaches that you can visit and enjoy the beauty of nature. However, the above-mentioned beaches are some of the most famous beaches in the Maldives. Additionally, you just need to check the important specifications of the beaches while visiting.