Ari Atoll North/South Ari Atoll is one of the biggest and famous atolls in Maldives with its beautiful thilas where you can spot or swim with whale sharks among the opportunity of sighting various sharks and manta rays at different diving spots and visit the infamous Rasdhoo – Madivaru diving spots were you are bound to spot hammerhead sharks. Ari Atoll is also one of the best areas for a novice fisher to thrill and experience in the whole Maldives fishing scene Ari Atoll consists of 105 islands and more than 20 islands are designated for tourist resorts, However Ari Atoll is a direct access to authentic experiences due to the Atoll’s size you have access to developed portions of the country while also enjoying the local life and cultural immersion of the area. We also have the most famous local island called Thoddoo known for Agriculture neighboring the atoll. This island grows a variety of vegetables and is most famous and well known around Maldives for their Watermelons as they are largest producer of watermelon in Maldives. The island also holds a few Buddhist ruins till date giving it a historical significance, however unfortunately the Buddhist sites were not protected after excavation and have been vandalized in recent times. Ari Atoll is indeed the perfect destination for a few days cruise in Maldives offering you the best of both worlds.