The Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve beckons marine enthusiasts this season, offering an extraordinary opportunity to witness one of nature’s most spectacular marine displays. The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort invites travelers to experience the breathtaking manta ray feeding phenomenon, where hundreds of these magnificent creatures perform an awe-inspiring underwater ballet until November.
Situated at the heart of this marine sanctuary, the resort provides unparalleled access to Hanifaru Bay, a globally renowned manta ray aggregation site. Just a 40-minute speedboat ride away, this unique location hosts more than 1,800 manta rays, creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience for marine life enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
Guided snorkeling excursions led by the resort’s marine experts offer guests an intimate encounter with these graceful marine giants. Beyond Hanifaru Bay, the Baa Atoll presents over 20 exceptional dive sites that showcase the region’s remarkable marine biodiversity. Divers can explore sites like Dhigali Haa, a protected submerged reef featuring intricate coral-draped overhangs and narrow canyons teeming with marine life.
The underwater landscape promises extraordinary encounters, from schooling snapper and fusiliers to giant trevallies, eagle rays, and playful dolphins. Nelivaru Thila, another remarkable site, offers a mesmerizing underwater landscape of coral pinnacles where moray eels, turtles, and reef sharks navigate through vibrant soft coral fields. With over 250 recorded species, the Baa Atoll represents a true paradise for divers of all experience levels.
The resort extends marine experiences beyond diving, offering guests multiple ways to engage with the ocean. Visitors can spot spinner dolphins from their villa, utilize complimentary snorkeling gear and canoes, and participate in additional activities like jet ski rides, private turtle snorkeling, sunset dolphin cruises, and traditional Maldivian line fishing.
A unique #PlayWell program allows guests to join the resort’s marine biologist, gaining insights into marine conservation and responsible tourism. After adventurous days, the WestinWORKOUT® Gear Lending Program helps guests recover with the Recharge and Recovery Kit by Hyperice, while the Heavenly Spa by Westin™ provides restorative treatments with panoramic ocean views.
Accommodations comprise 69 spacious villas designed for ultimate relaxation. Each features the award-winning Heavenly® Bed, ensuring a restful night’s sleep complemented by a plush pillow-top mattress, calming Sleep Well Lavender Balm, and a specially curated Westin Sleep Well Menu.
Travelers can take advantage of the Earn, Eat, Enjoy package, which includes breakfast for up to two adults and two children, a daily resort credit, complimentary ocean kayak, and bonus points for Marriott Bonvoy members.
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort promises an unparalleled journey into marine wonderment, offering guests a front-row seat to the ocean’s most magical moments while championing wellness, adventure, and environmental appreciation.
