Baa Atoll is a paradisiacal destination that will make you feel as if you’re in a dream. By staying at one of our hotels in Baa Atoll, you’ll create unforgettable memories swimming in turquoise waters, snorkelling with sea turtles and manta rays, and being pampered, with all your needs met at our elegant and modern facilities.
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What is Baa Atoll known for?
Situated in the Maldives, Baa Atoll is a breathtaking archipelago which consists of 75 islands, only 11 of which are inhabited and 8 are private resorts. It’s been named a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve due to its marine life and many pristine beaches with crystal-clear water.
What is there to see in Baa Atoll?
One of the most famous things about Baa Atoll is Hanifaru Bay, known for being the place where more reef manta rays assemble in the Maldives, perhaps even globally. To protect all the animals, only snorkelling is permitted in the bay, but you’ll be able to swim next to these incredible creatures up close. In addition, thanks to the large congregation of plankton because of the currents, whale sharks are also seen on the bay from May to November.
Beyond Hanifaru Bay, Baa Atoll is home to many coral reefs, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers. There are many snorkelling and diving spots near our hotels. You’ll swim with colourful reef fish, corals, turtles, and the occasional eagle ray. It’s perfect for both beginners and experienced swimmers who don’t wantto venture far from the shore.
If you don’t mind going a bit further, visit: Dhigali Haa, with soft and hard corals, or Dhonfanu Thila, which features caves and swim-throughs, and allows you to see reef sharks, schooling fish, and colourful reefs.
If you want to learn about traditional Maldivian life, you can visit some local islands like Dharavandhoo.
What are the best things to do in Baa Atoll?
There are so many things to do in Baa Atoll as it offers the perfect mix of adventure, nature and luxury. Something for every kind of traveller. From kayaking on turquoise waters to enjoying a romantic dinner under the stars.
Apart from snorkelling and diving, you can embark on a dolphin cruise, or sunbathe at the comfort of our NH Collection resort in Baa Atoll. In addition, for those looking for fun, you’ll be glad to know there are many motorised water sports options available at our resorts.
You can also visit uninhabited islands for an intimate picnic on its shore. And if you want to learn more about this biosphere reserve and its fauna, go birdwatching or take part inmarine biology workshops.
What is the best time to visit Baa Atoll?
The Maldives remains a beautiful destination all year-round. That said, the best time to visit Baa Atoll is during the dry season, from December to April. You’ll get sunny days, minimal rainfall, and calm seas, which are perfect for snorkelling and diving.
If you’re interested in seeing the gathering of hundreds of manta rays and increase the chances of seeing a whale shark, you may prefer coming during the monsoon season, especially from July to October and around the full and new moon. Why? This has very little to do with magic and more to do with food availability as plankton is more abundant due to the currents during those days.
What are the must-try foods in Baa Atoll?
Maldivian cuisine is famous for its seafood, due to its proximity to fresh seafood, and coconut, which is used in most dishes and desserts.
Some of the most popular dishes that you should definitely try while you’re here are: Garudhiya, a delicious fish soup, Mas Huni, a mix of shredded smoked tuna with coconut which is considered to be the typical Maldivian breakfast, and the flavourful curry dishes.
Some other must-try snacks are Bajiya, a local triangular version of Indian samosas usually stuffed with fish, and Gulha, little fried tuna balls.
By the beach, you can have a refreshing coconut water and enjoy all the dining options of our hotels in Baa Atoll. The options vary from traditional Maldivian dishes to other international cuisines.
What is the best way to move around Baa Atoll?
Most islands are walkable, and you can move around the resort and its beaches on foot. For island hopping, it just depends on the distances, but you can either take a domestic flight to reach the Maldives’ capital, Malé, or take speedboats to get around the different islands of the atoll.
How to get to Baa Atoll?
The best way to get to Baa Atoll is flying into Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, followed by a seaplane to your selected accommodation in Baa Atoll, but this is only possible during daylight hours. If you arrive later, you can take a domestic flight to Dharavandhoo Airport (DRV) in Baa Atoll and then a speedboat to your NH Hotel. You’ll be enjoying our facilities in no time.
Do NH Hotels in Baa Atoll have a swimming pool?
Yes, our hotels feature a pool for our guests to enjoy and a kids’ pool so the younger ones can play safely in the water.
What are the best water activities to do in the Baa Atoll?
We offer some of the best water activities you can do in Maldives. From exciting water sports such as jet skiing, kayaking, wake boarding and fly boarding, to more relaxing activities such as catamaran sailing, paddleboarding or a traditional fishing trip, guided by local experts.
There are also freediving training sessions available, or PADI Scuba diving courses that allow you to explore the Maldives' best dive spots.
You’ll definitely have the best time exploring everything this stunning destination has to offer, from the comfort of our hotels in Baa Atoll.
