Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Introduces Whale Shark Encounter

Raffles Maldives Meradhoo invites marine-life enthusiasts to marvel at the sight of the whale shark in the healthy reefs of Gaafu Alifu Atoll. The new experience will take guests out on a traditional Dhoni across the warm Indian Ocean. And they will meet the magnificent spotted sharks which are up to 12 metres in length.

Guests can embark on this bespoke journey and expect to encounter up to three whale sharks; the largest fish in the world. The Raffles marine-life biologist will be on-hand to equant guests with the incredible creatures. Moreover, the biologist will identity passing sea life, including; turtles, dolphins, and manta rays, all rich in the vast expanse of ocean.

Raffles Maldives Meradhoo has been welcoming travellers in search of true tranquillity and complete escapism since its opening in 2019. The luxury resort offers access to some of the most pristine reefs in the Maldives. A Marine Butler is available to every guest and will happily lead snorkelling tours of the resort’s two remarkable and endlessly fascinating house reefs.

Gaafu Alifu atoll is one of the world’s largest and deepest atolls and the astoundingly clear, blissfully warm waters immediately surrounding the Raffles resort teem with a kaleidoscope of colourful fish.

About Raffles Maldives Meradhoo

Raffles Maldives Meradhoo is a hidden gem located in the pristine Gaafu Alifu Atoll. The resort features a main island and an overwater island. The main private island is home to 22 villas, including Raffles Residences, Beach Villas and Deluxe Beach Villas. Additionally, this island is also the home to the overwater Raffles Spa, the main pool, and a soft white sand beach.

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Meanwhile, the overwater Island experience, located a few short minutes away by boat, offers a collection of vast overwater villas and residences. There is also a sophisticated Nikkei restaurant Yuzu and sunset-facing Yapa pool bar. So, together these two private islands offer two distinctive experiences, bound together by Raffles’ legendary service.

The Whale Shark Encounter at Raffles Maldives Meradhoo is available to book from January 2021 and is USD 500++ per person (rate is subject to 10% service charge and 12% government taxes). Likewise, the two-hour encounter starts in the evening and includes an extensive array of canapés and beverages.

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Although we do not expect heroic stories to come out of a vacation at a Maldives resort, recent incidents have shown that anything can happen. Yes, even when you’re on vacation. The heroic stories of two couples, Mr. Jordan Daniel Van Dyk and Ms. Denielle De Bruyn have started circulating across the Maldives. The couple came to the Maldives for their honeymoon at the beautiful Dusit Thani Maldives. However, it appears that the honeymooners are leaving the Maldives with more than just honeymoon memories.

According to the Baa Atoll Police Station, on the 28th of April, the couple witnessed a staff member falling from a water villa deck into the ocean while on duty. If you’re ever stayed at a Maldives resort, you can understand the fear of falling from the deck into the ocean. Although the water below is beautiful, when caught off guard, the ocean can be a scary place. It appeared that the staff member was in a state of distress and was struggling in the water. In these situations, people do one of two things. Wait for someone else to take action as they stand by, or immediately jump in to avoid a sad situation.

Despite the challenging circumstances, Mr. Van Dyk and Ms. De Bruyn acted swiftly and courageously, coming to the aid of the drowning staff member. There is no doubt that this swift response by the couple was heroic, averting what could have been a tragic event at Dusit Thani Maldives.

Dusit Thani Maldives has acknowledged the bravery and swift action of the honeymooning couple, awarding them for their bravery in saving the staff member of the resort.

Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Introduces Whale Shark Encounter

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