Maldives · City Guide
Kihava
Kihava is an island in Baa Atoll, one of the Maldives' finest diving and snorkelling destinations within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Its location in Baa Atoll places it within reach of the extraordinary Hanifaru Bay manta ray aggregations that occur during the monsoon months and provides outstanding year-round reef experiences in one of the most biodiversity-rich and well-protected atolls in the Maldivian archipelago.
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"Kihava in Baa Atoll benefits from one of the most extraordinary natural environments in the Maldives — the proximity to Hanifaru Bay and the outstanding reef quality of this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve creates a diving and snorkelling destination of exceptional quality."
The location of Kihava within Baa Atoll's UNESCO Biosphere Reserve provides access to some of the finest and most biodiverse marine environments in the Maldives. The proximity to Hanifaru Bay means the spectacular manta ray aggregations of the monsoon season are accessible for guests. The coral reef systems throughout Baa Atoll are among the healthiest in the Maldives with outstanding fish diversity, frequent turtle sightings and regular encounters with reef sharks. The overwater villa accommodation available in this atoll provides the definitive Maldives resort experience with direct Indian Ocean access.
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Hanifaru Bay Access
Proximity to the extraordinary manta ray aggregations of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Biosphere Reserve Diving
Outstanding reef diving in one of the best protected marine environments in the Maldives.
Pristine Coral Reefs
Exceptional coral health and biodiversity throughout the Baa Atoll reef system.
Reef Marine Life
Turtles, reef sharks, manta rays and outstanding reef fish diversity.
Overwater Villas
The definitive Maldives overwater villa experience in an outstanding natural setting.
UNESCO Protection
Meaningful marine conservation in a designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
