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The Ultimate

Island Getaway

The 1,190 coral islands of the Maldives enjoy an abundance of natural gifts, while the

luxury resorts built on some of them offer truly extravagant experiences. The archipelago

has something to bedazzle everyone—adventure junkies, foodies, and beach bums.

MEET THE

WHALE SHARK

Blessed with over a thousand

coral islands, the Maldives offers

as many wonders under water as

on the surface. Discover some of

the world’s best dive sites—Maaya

Thila, Fishhead, Malhoss Thila,

Himendhoo Thila—situated only

a plunge away from W Maldives.

Get a fl exible expedition designed

for yourself, or choose from one

of their Down Under signature

packages, which includes the

Whale Shark Quest—an overnight

trip on a luxury yacht to the

south of Ari Atoll, home to the

world’s largest fi sh. Up the luxury

quotient of your adventures with

the (W)UNDER dive limousine,

fully outfi tted with après-diving

facilities including a sundeck, a dry

relaxation area, and a valet service.

To archive your aquatic adventure,

opt for the W Underwater Video

service and take away more

than just intangible memories.

wmaldives.com

ONE WITH

T HE OCEAN

With 99 per cent of the

Maldives covered in water,

the sea is your playground.

And there is a watersport for

everyone. By Rashima Nagpal

Adventure

THE GUIDE