Top Maldives Resorts with House Reefs for Snorkeling Right From Your Villa
Love snorkeling? These Maldives resorts offer stunning house reefs where you can spot turtles, rays, and vibrant coral right from your overwater villa.
Hamdhaan A Ghani
9/22/20251 min read
One of the Maldives’ biggest draws is its world-class snorkeling, and nothing beats having a thriving house reef just steps from your villa. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned snorkeler, these resorts offer unforgettable underwater access without needing a boat trip.
1. Baros Maldives
A legendary name among reef lovers, Baros features a vibrant house reef teeming with colorful fish, turtles, and even reef sharks. It’s easily accessible from the beach or villas.
2. Kandolhu Maldives
Surrounded by a nearly intact coral reef, this small boutique resort offers some of the most diverse marine life in the region. Guests often spot rays, eels, and even octopus.
3. Vilamendhoo Island Resort
Ideal for families and beginners, Vilamendhoo’s shallow lagoon and reef drop-off provide a safe yet rich snorkeling environment.
4. Mirihi Island Resort
No motorized water sports here—Mirihi focuses on tranquility and reef health, offering direct access to coral gardens from both beach and overwater villas.
5. Angsana Ihuru
Boasting one of the most accessible house reefs in the Maldives, Angsana Ihuru lets you snorkel with ease and often spot blacktip reef sharks and vibrant anemones.
If you want to explore the Maldives without going far, a resort with a house reef is the perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and discovery.
