The resort
Vakkaru Maldives is a 5-star private island resort located in the UNESCO Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve, accessible by a 30-minute seaplane transfer from Malé. The property features 111 villas, comprising 59 overwater and 54 beachfront villas, each with a private pool. Guests can choose from multiple meal plans, with dining at six venues including Amaany for global cuisine, Onu for Asian dishes, Isoletta for Italian, and the overwater Lagoon Bar. The resort is distinguished by its excellent house reef within the protected biosphere and its famous proximity to Hanifaru Bay for seasonal manta ray aggregations. With a 4.8 guest rating and butler service, it is a luxury destination focused on marine experiences and personalized hospitality.
The accommodation
From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.
Beachfront
3 guests
Elegant beachfront villa with a private plunge pool set amid lush tropical gardens. Features butler service, king bed, and direct access to the white sand beach within Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Lagoon & ocean
3 guests
Stilted overwater villa above Vakkaru lagoon with direct ocean access via steps from the deck. Glass floor panels, open-air bathroom, and sweeping Indian Ocean vistas.
Lagoon & ocean
3 guests
Overwater villa with a private pool on the expansive deck, offering uninterrupted views of the turquoise lagoon. Butler service, glass floor panels, and direct ocean access.
Compare
A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
Rates are on request. Net B2B rates available on agent login.
A wine cellar offering sommelier-guided tastings, pairings and private dinners by reservation.
Beachfront dining beside the turquoise lagoon, serving buffet breakfasts and selected-evening dinners.
An open-air beachfront grill serving premium cuts and fresh seafood cooked over fire.
An overwater lounge for cocktails, sushi and Asian tapas. The current official page says Lagoon Bar is temporarily closed for enhancement works; reopening must be confirmed.
An intimate teppanyaki counter where chefs cook at the grill in an interactive setting.
Vakkaru Maldives’ overwater wellness sanctuary with 12 treatment rooms, outdoor relaxation areas, globally inspired therapies, Ayurveda, beauty care and fitness facilities.
Splash is Vakkaru’s dive and watersports centre for PADI training, guided diving, snorkelling, fishing, cruises, private charters and motorised and non-motorised water sports. The current official page lists daily opening hours of 08:00–18:00.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Single Dive.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Dive Package — 6 to 11 Dives.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Dive Package — 12 or More Dives.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Dive Passenger.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Early Morning / Night Dive Supplement.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Dive Torch Rental.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Fluorescent Dive Equipment Rental.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Nitrox Fill 32%.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for 15L Dive Cylinder.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Private Dive Guide Upgrade.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Adventure Dive.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Bubblemaker.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Refresher Dive.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Discover Scuba Diving — Shore Dive.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Discover Scuba Diving — Boat.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Discover Scuba Diving — Lagoon.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Repeat Discover Scuba Diving.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for PADI Scuba Diver Course.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for PADI Open Water Diver Course.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Open Water Diver & Nitrox Combo.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Scuba Diver to Open Water Diver Upgrade.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for eLearning Open Water Course.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Open Water Referral.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for PADI Adventure Diver.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for PADI Advanced Open Water Course.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Advanced Open Water & Nitrox Specialty Combo.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for PADI Rescue Diver.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Deep Diving Specialty.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Night Diver Specialty.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Drift Diver Specialty.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for PADI Enriched Air Diver Specialty.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Emergency First Response.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Complete Dive Equipment Set.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Single Dive Equipment Item.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Glass Bottom Boat.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Private Glass Bottom Boat.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Guided House Reef Snorkelling.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Snorkelling Lesson.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Private Snorkelling Guide Upgrade.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Night Snorkelling.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Night Snorkelling with UV Light.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Turtle Snorkelling.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Snorkelling with Nurse Sharks.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Coral Garden Snorkelling.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Manta Snorkelling — Group.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Manta Snorkelling — Private Parasailing Boat.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Manta Snorkelling — Private Gulf Craft.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Big Game Fishing — Full Day.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Big Game Fishing — Sunrise.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Big Game Fishing — Afternoon.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Maldivian Sunset Fishing — Group.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Private Sunset Fishing.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Dolphin Cruise.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Princess 54 Private Yacht Charter.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Jet Board Lesson.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Jet Board Experienced Rider Session.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Manta Bike Lesson.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Manta Bike Experienced Rider Session.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Jet Ski Discovery.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Jet Ski Speed.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Jet Ski Atoll Discovery.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Parasailing — Single Flight.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Parasailing — Tandem Flight.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Parasailing Accompanying Passenger.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for I-Aqua Seadart — 15 Minutes.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for I-Aqua Seadart — 30 Minutes.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for I-Aqua Seadart — 60 Minutes.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Waterskiing / Wakeboarding Ride.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Waterskiing / Wakeboarding Lesson.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Fun Ride — Single Rider.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Fun Ride — Shared.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Kite Surfing Lesson.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Kite Surfing Equipment Rental.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Top Cat Sailing without Skipper.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Top Cat Sailing with Skipper.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Top Cat Sailing Lesson.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Windsurfing Rental.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Windsurfing Lesson.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Stand-up Paddle Board.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Regular Kayak.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Glass Kayak.
Current official Splash catalogue listing for Glass Bottom Kayak.
Supervised indoor and outdoor activities for children aged 3–12, with a kids pool and playground.
A social hub for teens and adults with billiards, table tennis, foosball, board games and a library lounge.
Padel on Vakkaru’s dedicated court, with coaching subject to current schedule and availability.
Plan your stay
Concierge
Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know Vakkaru Maldives room by room, transfer by transfer. Tell us your dates and travellers, and we'll shape the right villa, board and seaplane timing around them, with net B2B rates on agent login.
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Prices at Vakkaru Maldives start from $2,124 per night. Prices vary depending on season, room type and meal plan.
Vakkaru Maldives is located in Baa Atoll. Vakkaru Island Baa Atoll, 20301, Maldives
Vakkaru Maldives is a resort that is typically located on its own private island and offers exclusive amenities and services.
Vakkaru Maldives offers: Free Wi-Fi, Free breakfast, Free parking, Accessible, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Laundry service, Business center and more.
Vakkaru Maldives offers 7 accommodation categories, including Beach Pool Villa, Overwater Villa, Overwater Pool Villa, One Bedroom Beach Pool Residence, One Bedroom Overwater Pool Residence, Two Bedroom Beach Pool Residence and more. Of these, 4 sit over the water and 6 have a private pool.
Vakkaru Maldives has 8 restaurants and bars, including Vakkaru Reserve, Cabana, Amaany, Onu, Vakku, Isoletta and more. Cuisines span Wine and private dining, Light bites and cocktails, International, Asian.
Yes — Vakkaru Maldives features Merana Spa (by Merana Spa, set over the water), with signature treatments such as Vakkaru Spa Journey, Healing Touch Massage, Holistic Signature Experience.
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