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Best beaches in the Maldives are known for offering beach lovers a luxury beach getaway. With 1200 small islands this destination is abundant in beautiful beach spots. Most of the Maldivian beaches are much more than just sun, sea and sand and offer a diversity of experiences to keep you busy and entertained throughout your stay.

If you want to enjoy the beauty of Maldivian beaches without spending much, you can choose to visit a public beach and for those who like a more exclusive, secluded and luxurious beach holiday, there are many private islands where you can have a beach to yourself. No matter which option you choose, here are 11 unique beaches in the Maldives for an unforgettable holiday.

The picturesque beach of Hulhumale is considered by many to be the best beach in the Maldives. With the location being close to the airport, it is the best place to start your Maldives journey. Shallow, and crystal-clear water for about 100 meters from the beach allows you to enjoy the waters without any worries. The calm nature of the waters makes the Hulhumale a prime location to do some snorkelling. It is a beach that doesn’t allow bikinis, so keep in mind to wear proper apparel if you plan on going there. 

At first glance, the island resort of Fihalhohi seems like something out of a fantasy novel. The overwater bungalows and the surrounding house reef are reason enough to add this place to the best Maldives beach resort list. You can jump right into the sea from your bedroom and do some snorkelling or reef watching. Fihalhohi tends to get fairly crowded at times, so make sure to plan your journey there. 

Kurumba is the first private island beach resort in the Maldives. Calm waters, soft sands, and the warm breeze that flows through the island resort make it a place that you don’t want to leave. This lovely atmosphere makes the Kurumba beach a top contender for the best beach in the Maldives for a honeymoon. Take your partner and go on a glass-bottom boat tour around the island to watch dolphins and the colourful reef. 

With it being an inhabited island, the Fulhadoo beach is a bit far from other island resorts. The inhabited nature has helped to lure many creatures like sharks, dolphins, and turtles near the island. The resorts and bars in Fulhadoo are some of the least expensive places in the country. This makes Fulhadoo beach the best beach in the Maldives for people who are looking for an unforgettable holiday on a budget. 

The paradise island of Vabbinfaru is a popular place among the locals and tourists alike. With the gorgeous coral reef surrounding the island being the main attraction, the Vabbinfaru island beach attracts many tourists. 

Activities such as parasailing, jet-skiing, boat rides, and beach strolls are common in this area. When you get tired of having fun, have a relaxing dinner on the beach while stargazing at a Maldives beach resort. Experience some of the traditional Maldivian delicacies and enjoy what true seafood tastes like. 

Home to the most beautiful lagoon in the country, Baros Maldives is easily one of the top three beaches in the Maldives. Snowy white beaches, calm waters, and the house reef surrounding the island set a tranquil and romantic atmosphere. Add the restriction of motorized water sports, and you will have the best beach in the Maldives for your honeymoon. Dive sites around the island enable you to do scuba diving or some casual snorkelling. 

Public beaches in the Maldives have a clothing restriction that prohibits visitors from wearing revealing clothes such as bikinis. The Bikini beach is one of the few public beaches that have no clothing restrictions. Feel free to dress whatever you like and enjoy the beach on your terms. Go swimming, snorkelling, or dolphin watching on this gorgeous place to set some unforgettable memories. 

Veligandu beach itself is a beach spot known for its charming ambience. The crystal clear water and soft white sands of the place make it look like a paradise. The romantic setting and atmosphere are ideal for couples and a younger crowd to spend their time on.

Banana boat rides are available here as well as activities such as scuba diving, and jet-skiing, following an active nightlife. Catch a hydroplane and visit the Veligandu island beach to make some unique memories.

The Maldives beach resort of Taj Exotica is the most luxurious beach resort destination in the country. The unavailability of a reef around the island is offset by the luxurious nature of the services and facilities provided in it. If you have the money to splurge on, Taj exotica is easily the best beach in the Maldives for a honeymoon. Once you are there, make sure to visit the treehouse restaurant as well. 

Notorious for its hospitality and the longest-running dive centre, Bandos Maldives is also known as the Island of Hospitality. Activities like snorkelling and paddling are abundant here, and you are sure to find a local who will be willing to help you out. Since diving is what the Bandos Maldives is famous for, you are sure to have an unforgettable diving experience while you are there. 

The lush jungle and white snowy sands and shores surrounding the island make Reethi one of the most scenic islands in the country. The beaches of Reethi Island are filled to the brim with countless marine life. That and the largest manta ray and whale shark feeding sites located here have made it a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. If you enjoy sea creatures and a relaxing time, Reethi is the best beach in the Maldives for you.

Spending your dream beach holiday on a picture-perfect beach in the Maldives is not a dream anymore when you have us. At LHA, we offer a range of beach holiday packages in the Maldives that you might want to check out.