The cruising ground
The Maldives is the Indian Ocean's definitive superyacht destination — 1,192 coral islands across 26 atolls, most without a dock, a road, or another yacht in sight. Charters embark from Malé and move between uninhabited islands, marine protected areas and resort anchorages, with seaplane transfers replacing roads entirely.
Best season
November through April (northeast monsoon) — dry, calm and clear. Manta ray season in Baa Atoll runs June to November.
Operational notes
- — 01Seaplane transfers from Velana International (MLE) direct to the yacht
- — 02Marine protected areas including Hanifaru Bay and South Ari — permits arranged by your broker
- — 03Anchorages at uninhabited islands with no other vessels in sight
- — 04World-class diving: whale sharks, manta rays and hammerheads year-round
Sample itinerary
A seven-day passage from Maldives.
Day 1
Embark Malé
Seaplane or tender transfer, sunset anchorage off Hulhumalé.
Day 2
North Malé Atoll
Snorkel the house reefs, lunch at a sandbank, dive with reef sharks.
Day 3
Ari Atoll
Whale shark excursion at South Ari marine protected area.
Day 4
Rasdhoo Atoll
Hammerhead dive at dawn, picnic on an uninhabited island.
Day 5
Baa Atoll — Hanifaru Bay
UNESCO biosphere reserve; manta rays in season.
Day 6
Private island day
Beach BBQ setup by crew, water toys, spa treatments on deck.
Day 7
Return to Malé
Breakfast underway, seaplane connection to Velana International (MLE).