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LaamuLaamu Atoll.
A remote, eco-conscious destination with unique mangrove ecosystems.
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LaamuA remote, eco-conscious destination with unique mangrove ecosystems.
Destination brief
Laamu Atoll is a remote, nature-focused destination in the southern Maldives. The atoll is known for its lush vegetation, unique mangrove ecosystems, and encounters with hawksbill turtles and nurse sharks. Six Senses Laamu, the lone luxury resort, operates with a strong sustainability ethos, making this atoll ideal for eco-conscious travellers.
Laamu (historically Hadhdhunmathi) is home to the Maldives Underwater Initiative, a partnership between Six Senses Laamu, the Manta Trust, Blue Marine Foundation and the Olive Ridley Project whose work led the Maldivian government to designate six Marine Protected Areas across the atoll. Tropical scenes for the 2016 film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story were shot in Laamu, doubling for the planet Scarif.
Field notes
Hithadhoo Corner
Manta Point
Fushi Kandu
Munnafushi Kandu
Maamendhoo Giri
Mirihi Kandu
Isdhoo Kandu
Year-round manta ray cleaning station at Hithadhoo Corner, peaking October-November and April-May
Regular hawksbill turtle encounters and healthy nurse shark populations
Pelagic drift dives with whitetip reef sharks, barracuda, jacks, tuna and eagle rays
Six designated Marine Protected Areas including mangroves, seagrass beds and channels
Accommodation Collection
Frequently Asked
Laamu Atoll sits approximately 264 km south of Malé; regional gateway Kadhdhoo Airport (KDO) from Velana International Airport (Malé). The standard transfer is Direct seaplane from Velana International (approx. 65 minutes), or domestic flight to Kadhdhoo (KDO, approx. 40 minutes) followed by a 15-minute speedboat transfer. Your resort or guesthouse will typically arrange the transfer as part of your booking.
February to April for diving visibility; October to April for the most consistent manta activity. Laamu's position in the deep central-south means it benefits from both monsoons — the northeast (December-April) delivers clear water on the east side, while the southwest brings nutrient-rich currents that fuel manta and pelagic activity on the west. Surf season runs roughly March to October.
We currently list 9 properties in Laamu Atoll on Resortlife. The atoll has roughly 1 resort islands in total, with options ranging from intimate guesthouses on local islands to ultra-luxury overwater resorts.
For travel trade
Contracted net rates, multilingual GROs at Velana, charter-flight coordination and 24/7 partner support.
Notable properties include Six Senses Laamu. Which resort suits you depends on travel style — honeymoon, family, dive-focused, or budget-conscious — our specialists can match you to the right island.
Key dive sites include Hithadhoo Corner (Manta Point), Fushi Kandu, Munnafushi Kandu, Maamendhoo Giri. Highlights: Year-round manta ray cleaning station at Hithadhoo Corner, peaking October-November and April-May; Regular hawksbill turtle encounters and healthy nurse shark populations; Pelagic drift dives with whitetip reef sharks, barracuda, jacks, tuna and eagle rays. Most resorts operate PADI-certified dive centres with daily boat dives and house-reef snorkelling.
Laamu (historically Hadhdhunmathi) is home to the Maldives Underwater Initiative, a partnership between Six Senses Laamu, the Manta Trust, Blue Marine Foundation and the Olive Ridley Project whose work led the Maldivian government to designate six Marine Protected Areas across the atoll. Tropical scenes for the 2016 film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story were shot in Laamu, doubling for the planet Scarif.