Maldives - 5* Lux* South Ari Atoll Resort: 5 Nights from R56 960 pps Incl taxes - 1 Nov - 17 Dec 24

Why we love it

A hotel in Maldives where you can experience island paradise like nowhere else
The Maldives is one of those places that continue to pop up on travellers’ bucket lists. And for a very good reason. If you’ve fantasized about living a–lavish–Robinson Crusoe life on a faraway tropical island, you’re in the right place. At LUX* South Ari Atoll, you will ride your bicycle along the jetty, swim alongside whale sharks, hang out in your bungalow on stilts, dine at any of the eight restaurants, dance the night away, partake in marine conservation… Whatever it is you love, you’ll find it here at LUX* South Ari Atoll.

The resort was designed with families in mind. Whether you’re travelling with one child or your whole extended family, we have a calendar of activities that will keep all generations busy. The PLAY kids club offers unique adventures such as shell expeditions, an ice cream laboratory, palm leaf origami, aquatic collages, and a jungle gym. And because mindfulness is something they care deeply about, they have activities like kids yoga, grain-to-cookie masterclasses, and herb planting. You will never hear your teens say “I’m bored” – they will keep them busy with barista classes, the art of sushi-making, photography workshops and even circuit training

As the only settlement on the island of Dhidhoofinolhu in South Ari Atoll, LUX* South Ari Atoll offers a real insight to unspoiled island living. At 2km long and 400m wide, the island is small and intimate, but large enough to explore if you’re seeking sanctuary and shade away from the fine coral sand beaches. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a novice, our world-class PADI diving centre will provide all the equipment you’ll need to navigate the crystal clear waters of the lagoon, where you’re likely to spot everything from dolphins and whale sharks to majestic stingrays and the myriad bejeweled colours of coral fish.