Aveyla Manta Village

Nestled on the peaceful island of Dharavandhoo, Aveyla Manta Village offers a perfect blend of comfort, nature, and adventure. Just a short distance from the renowned Hanifaru Bay, it’s an ideal base for unforgettable encounters with manta rays and vibrant marine life. With its beachfront setting, cozy rooms, and a welcoming local touch, Aveyla invites travelers to unwind, explore, and connect with the natural beauty of the Maldives.

How To Get There

The nearest airport is Dharavandhoo Domestic Airport, conveniently located on the same island as Aveyla Manta Village. Guests can reach the island via a 30-minute domestic flight from Malé (Velana International Airport), with return transfers priced at USD 240 per person. Alternatively, speedboat transfers are available for USD 100 round trip per person. Airport transfers are offered by the resort at an additional cost.

Dive Overview

Scuba diving in Baa Atoll offers access to some of the Maldives’ most spectacular marine encounters. Aveyla Manta Village is located just minutes from Hanifaru Bay, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve famed for its seasonal manta ray gatherings and whale shark sightings. With easy access to vibrant coral reefs, thilas, and channels, divers of all levels can enjoy rich biodiversity, crystal-clear waters, and unforgettable underwater experiences—all within close reach of the resort’s dive center. 

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Accommodation Overview

Guests at Aveyla Manta Village can choose from comfortable rooms designed to blend simplicity with local charm, offering a relaxing base after a day of diving and island exploration. The accommodations feature essential amenities including:

Aveyla Manta Village offers a delightful mix of local Maldivian and international cuisines. Depending on the number of guests, meals are served either buffet-style or à la carte, ensuring a flexible and enjoyable dining experience. The resort caters to specific dietary requirements with prior notice. Meal plan options include Bed & Breakfast, Half-board, and Full-board to suit different guest preferences.

Diving Information

Aveyla Manta Village, located on Dharavandhoo Island in the breathtaking Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, provides amazing diving opportunities. Vibrant coral reefs, a wide variety of marine life, and some of the most well-known diving sites in the Maldives may be found in these waters.

Dive Sites and Marine Life

Within just a 15-minute boat ride from the resort, you’ll find over 15 unique dive sites that cater to all levels of divers. You can explore shallow coral gardens bursting with colorful fish, exciting channels perfect for drift dives, and underwater landscapes teeming with life. 

 Expect to see a fantastic variety of marine creatures — from graceful reef sharks, turtles, and rays, to the highlight of the area: majestic manta rays and whale sharks. These gentle giants are most commonly spotted during the Southwest Monsoon season, between June and November

Hanifaru Bay — The Manta Ray Sanctuary

A short boat trip away is the world-famous Hanifaru Bay, one of the best places on earth to swim alongside hundreds of manta rays and whale sharks feeding on plankton-rich waters. This natural spectacle usually happens during new and full moons from June to November. Swimming here is a truly unforgettable experience, where you can witness these incredible creatures up close in their protected natural habitat.

Dive Center Information

The resort’s dive center, Liquid Salt Divers, is a fully equipped, PADI 5-Star facility designed to make your diving experience smooth and enjoyable. Each diver has access to personal storage space for gear, along with comfortable seating areas for gearing up and detailed briefing rooms with whiteboards to help plan your dives.

Dive Center Features

Before each dive, your equipment is carefully loaded onto the boat and assembled for easy use. After diving, dive staff will rinse and store your gear properly, including wetsuit washing on request. There are dedicated rinse tanks for cameras and dive gear to keep everything clean and ready.

The dive boats are built for comfort and safety, with shaded areas, fresh water showers, toilets, and safety equipment on board. The team is trained annually in first aid and emergency procedures to ensure your peace of mind. For those into underwater photography, Liquid Salt Divers can offer guidance and support, helping you capture the stunning marine life around Baa Atoll.