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Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru

UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with resident marine biologists

LuxuryBaa Atoll140km from Malé

Starting from

$1,100

per night

Unverified — not yet confirmed at source

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Overview

Located in Baa Atoll — a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — Landaa Giraavaru offers encounters with manta rays and whale sharks that are unmatched anywhere in the Maldives. A dedicated marine biology team runs daily programs. The resort runs a marine biology programme, making it a strong option for marine enthusiasts.

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Our judgement from the facts on this page, not a review.

Best for

  • Marine biologists and ocean enthusiasts
  • Families wanting educational marine experiences
  • Manta ray and whale shark seekers
  • Four Seasons loyalists

Not ideal for

  • Budget travelers
  • Surfers
  • Guests who prefer speedboat resorts

Getting There

Seaplane

30-minute scenic seaplane over Baa Atoll

Duration

30 min

Cost (r/t pp)

~$680

Departs from

Velana International Airport seaplane terminal

⚠️ Seaplanes only operate sunrise to sunset; night arrivals take domestic flight to Dharavandhoo + 20-min speedboat

Rooms & Villas

Garden Beach Bungalow

Private pool

Spacious beachfront bungalow with garden courtyard and outdoor rain shower

$1,100

per night

135Max 3 guests
Private plunge poolOutdoor rain showerBeach accessBathtubButler service

Water Bungalow

Overwater

Overwater villa with steps into the spectacular Baa Atoll lagoon

$1,600

per night

155Max 2 guests
Lagoon stepsGlass floorOutdoor bathtubDeck hammockButler

Two-Bedroom Water Bungalow

OverwaterPrivate pool

Connected overwater two-bedroom villa ideal for families

$3,200

per night

310Max 4 guests
Two bedroomsPrivate poolTwo decksButlerSeparate living room

Dining

Blu$$$

Mediterranean & seafood

Main restaurant perched over the beach with spectacular views; best for breakfast and dinner

PalmSignature$$$

Pan-Asian

Signature specialty restaurant with Thai, Japanese, and Indian Ocean flavors

Kakuni$$

Poolside bar & grill

Casual all-day poolside dining with light bites and grills

Meal Plans

PlanCost pp/nightAlcohol
BBBed & BreakfastIncluded
HBHalf Board+$180

Activities

snorkeling

Manta Ray Snorkeling (Hanifaru Bay)Signature

Hanifaru Bay is one of the world's great manta ray feeding sites; trips run June–November

$80

per person

Marine Biology CenterSignature

Resident marine biologists lead reef talks, conservation projects, and guided snorkel sessions

Included

diving

Scuba Diving

$110

per dive

kids

Kids For All Seasons

Four Seasons award-winning kids program with marine conservation activities

Included

wellness

Ayurvedic SpaSignature

$200

per treatment

Marine Life & Reef

House Reef

Not verified

Surfing

Not available

Nearby marine life

manta rayswhale sharksreef sharkssea turtleshawksbill turtles

Pros & Cons

Our reading of the verified facts above, not a review. We have not stayed here.

Pros

  • UNESCO Biosphere Reserve setting

Cons

  • Seaplane transfer is expensive
  • Night arrival requires longer domestic route
  • Manta season limited to June-November

Booking Channels

Four Seasons Preferred Partner

Daily breakfast, room upgrade, $100 F&B credit, early/late checkout

Best for: Anyone — book through a Preferred Partner agent

Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts

Stacks with some FS rates for extra credits

Best for: Amex Platinum holders

True Cost Estimate

7 nights, 2 adults, half board, water bungalow

Room total$11,200
Transfer (r/t × 2)$1,360
Dining add-ons$800
Activities (est.)$600
Total (est.)$13,960

Built from unverified rates. These figures have not been confirmed against a published rate sheet, and exclude 17% TGST, 10% service charge and $12 per person per night green tax.

Quick Facts

Atoll: Baa Atoll
Transfer: 30min Seaplane
Kids welcome
House reef: not verified
Alcohol: Served
Best time: June to November for manta rays; December to April for calm seas and diving
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