OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru
OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru keeps things genuinely small: a little over 350 metres end to end, walkable in about ten minutes, and wrapped in the kind of lush vegetation and powder-white sand that makes the island feel more hideaway than resort. It sits in South Ari Atoll, roughly 93 km and a 25-minute seaplane flight from the airport, with a house reef right off the beach that's home to a steady stream of tropical fish. The island holds 81 villas across five distinct styles, each blending Maldivian architectural cues with a more contemporary, chic finish. Every villa either opens straight onto the beach or looks out over the lagoon, kept simple and uncluttered so the setting does the talking — ideal for couples looking for a quieter, more romantic pace. Dining spreads across several venues, from a clifftop fine-dining room to overwater grill platforms and a beachside dessert lounge, while the diving and snorkelling on offer around South Ari Atoll — including trips to the Coral Garden with a resident marine biologist — give the island a genuine pull for anyone drawn to the water.
Room Types
1/4Beach Villa
Tucked into dense greenery right beside the beach, this self-contained villa has a private deck with sun loungers facing the sea. The bathroom is semi-open air, with a shower set against its own outdoor garden.
1/8Over Water Villas
Built out over the lagoon, this villa pairs modern comforts with a king-sized bed and daybed in the bedroom. The bathroom has a rainfall shower and a bath with clear ocean views, while the wooden deck outside is positioned to watch colourful reef fish pass by.
1/5Beach Villa with Private Pool
Just steps from the ocean, this villa comes with a king-sized bed, a crystal-tiled bathroom with twin vanity, and separate indoor and outdoor showers set in a private garden. The large outdoor deck holds a daybed, a dining area, and a private pool with sun loungers.
1/6Two Bedroom Beach Villas
Spread across two levels, this villa suits small families or friends travelling together. The upstairs bedroom has high ceilings and a balcony overlooking the lagoon, while the ground-floor bedroom opens onto the deck and beach; both come with king beds and rainfall-shower bathrooms, and the downstairs garden bathroom adds a freestanding bath plus indoor and outdoor showers. Outside, a daybed, dining area, and private pool lead straight onto the sand.
1/6Over Water Villas & Private Pool
The resort's top overwater category adds a private walkway to the bedroom and separate bathroom, both looking out over the blue lagoon. The bathroom features a freestanding bath, twin vanity, and rainfall shower, while the private deck outside holds a pool, steps down to the ocean, and a seating area with daybed and loungers.
Dining
Art-I-San
Fine Dining
The resort's premier fine-dining venue sits at the island's highest point, where a romantic balcony table looks out over the moonlit ocean.
Cuisine Gallery
International Buffet
An international themed buffet with dishes from around the world and live cooking stations for a more personalised plate, open for breakfast and dinner.
Edgewater
Casual Dining
The island's social hub serves lunchtime classics alongside daily chef's specials beside the pool, with sundowner cocktails and lagoon views at the bar.
Koffee 'N Chill
Café & Dessert
An open-air lounge for hammock swings and sandy sofas, serving specialty coffees and desserts including designer ice cream sundaes, patisserie, and affogatos.
Moodhu Grill
Grill
Five overwater private dining platforms set the scene for classic grill-house fare — lobster, shrimp, premium butcher cuts, and Middle Eastern-style kebabs from the Tandoor oven.
Koto
Japanese
An intimate, sunset-lagoon-facing restaurant built around Japanese fusion, with sake cocktails, small-plate dishes, and a live Teppanyaki table.
Edgewater
Casual Dining
This same poolside social spot doubles as a relaxed daytime base, mixing casual lunch fare with sundowner cocktails and breezy lagoon views.
Destination Dining
Private Dining
A bespoke private table on the beach, set up with feet in the sand and the Indian Ocean lapping at the shore under a star-filled sky.
Activities
Feel the natural well-being
A wellness space using the resort's own Voya and Yonka product lines, built on hand-harvested seaweed, for organic treatments that suit the surrounding environment.
Gym & Yoga Pavilion
A fully equipped gymnasium keeps guests active during their stay, forming part of the resort's wider wellness offering.
Diving
A PADI dive centre with multilingual instructors runs underwater adventures for every level, from first-timers to experienced divers hoping to spot sharks, mantas, turtles, napoleons, and tuna.
Snorkelling
Beginners can get their first taste of the underwater world in the lagoon before progressing to the house reef or a boat trip to the Coral Garden, while experienced snorkellers can join full-morning safaris guided by a resident marine biologist.
Excursions
Trips around South Ari Atoll include silent sunset cruises, exploration visits to nearby islands, and fishing outings.
Water Sports
A fully equipped water sports centre covers everything from kayaking around the lagoon to wakeboarding, with staff on hand for guidance.
Entertainment
Weekly programming includes live music, DJ afternoons, movie nights, yoga, and beach and water activities.
Renewal of Vows
White beaches, blue skies, and the open Indian Ocean set the stage for couples wanting to renew their vows in a genuinely romantic setting.
Transfers
Seaplane: 25 minutes, USD 600; Speedboat: 45 minutes, USD 150
Policies
Check-in 2:00 PM. Check-out 12:00 PM. Children of all ages are welcome. Kids under 12 stay free when sharing parents' room.. Free cancellation up to 30 days before arrival. 50% charge for cancellations 14-29 days before. Full charge for cancellations less than 14 days before arrival.. Smart casual for restaurants. Swimwear appropriate only at pool and beach areas.
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