The guide
Guides, assessments and field notes from the islands, written from stays we have made ourselves, for trips still taking shape.
Hanifaru Bay Maldives: The Baa Atoll Manta Experience
Experiences · 7 min read · January 2026
Hanifaru Bay in Baa Atoll is one of the world's most extraordinary marine encounters — a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve where manta rays and whale sharks gather in numbers that feel almost unreal. IMJ helps you time your visit and choose the right resort.
Maldives Manta Rays: When and Where to See the Ocean's Gentle Giants
Marine Life · 7 min read · January 2026
Explore Maldives manta ray encounters with IMJ: the best atolls and cleaning stations, seasonal planning, responsible swimming practices, and resort recommendations for this extraordinary experience.
Whale Sharks in South Ari Atoll: The Maldives Encounter Worth Planning Around
Marine Life · 7 min read · January 2026
South Ari Atoll hosts the Maldives' most reliable year-round whale shark population. This IMJ guide covers the best resorts, responsible snorkeling practices, and seasonal planning for this bucket-list encounter.
Maldives Whale Shark Guide: Where Wonder Meets the Deep Blue
Marine Life · 7 min read · January 2026
Explore Maldives whale shark encounters with IMJ: the best atolls and seasons, responsible swimming practices, and how to plan a trip around this extraordinary marine experience.
Maldives Scuba Diving: The IMJ Guide to Reefs, Channels, and Atolls
Marine Life · 7 min read · January 2026
Explore Maldives scuba diving with IMJ: best dive atolls, channel dives, seasonal conditions, resort PADI centres, and responsible encounter tips for all experience levels.
Maldives Snorkeling Guide: House Reefs, Lagoons, and Marine Life
Marine Life · 7 min read · January 2026
Explore Maldives snorkeling with IMJ: best atolls, responsible reef encounters, what beginners should know, and how to choose a resort with an exceptional house reef.
Things to Do in Maldives: Experiences Beyond the Villa
Experiences · 7 min read · January 2026
The Maldives is far more than a villa and a view. From immersive reef encounters to private dining on a sandbank, this is IMJ's guide to the experiences worth planning.
Maldives Resort Transfer Cost: Seaplane, Speedboat, and Domestic Flight Guide
Transfers · 7 min read · January 2026
Understand Maldives resort transfer costs across seaplane, speedboat, and domestic flight options — with IMJ guidance on what to budget and how to simplify the journey.
Maldives Speedboat Transfer: The Fastest Way to Your Island Resort
Transfers · 7 min read · January 2026
Plan your Maldives speedboat transfer with IMJ: transfer types, timing, costs, luggage limits, arrival flow, and how to choose the easiest resort journey.
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