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South Ari Atoll, Maldives

OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort & flights

9.9
Outstanding
61 reviews
Maldives Overwater Villas with Daily Dining, Free-Flow Drinks & International Flights
OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort logo
9.9
Outstanding
61 reviews
5 nights from
A$3,250 /person with 
Non-member A$3,375
Valued up to A$8,436
-59%
Includes taxes & fees
Handpicked inclusions
Direct return flights from Melbourne to Malé
Children (11 and under) stay free
Return seaplane transfers to and from Malé
Guaranteed early check-in & late checkout
Daily buffet breakfast
Daily a la carte lunch
Nightly dinner
Two hours of free-flow wine, beer and non-alcoholic drinks
One-time shared group BBQ dinner
One sunset cruise on a traditional Maldivian dhoni
One cinema under the stars experience
50% dinner discount on select restaurants
20% discount on destination dining experiences
10% discount on spa treatments
Complimentary use of snorkeling equipment
About the hotel

Leaving your worries at home isn’t just a saying – it’s the way you travel with Australia’s only direct flight to the Maldives aboard an exclusive Luxury Escapes private charter flight. Skip the long layovers and land ready for paradise, with OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort as your ultimate destination. From the moment you arrive at the resort, flexible early check-in and late checkout around your scheduled flight give you instant access to every inclusion. From gourmet dining to island adventures and five-star facilities, paradise is yours to claim.

It’s the iconic OUTRIGGER barefoot luxury you love in the world’s most spectacular destination: surrounded by lush gardens, warm sands and the brilliant-blue South Ari Atoll. When you’re not relaxing on your sun-washed overwater villa, drift into bliss at the ocean-perched Navasana Spa, sample lobster and grilled sirloin at Moodhu Grill, or savour teppanyaki thrills at Koto.

The resort’s PADI dive centre and house reef – brimming with manta rays, shimmering schools of marine life and the occasional whale shark – offer some of the best underwater experiences in the archipelago. Return from underwater adventures to artisanal, island-made ice cream and superb coffee at Kofee ‘n Chill or breezy poolside cocktails and light bites at Edgewater. Even little adventurers are treated to the good life, with one child (11 and under) staying and eating free, making this stay a delight for all ages (excludes Two Bedroom Villa with Private Pool).

Enjoy a complimentary sunset cruise to witness the tapestry of colours as the sun dips below the horizon. After, you may choose to take the luxury up a notch with moonlit modern fine dining at the exquisite Art-I-San, magically positioned on the highest point of the island, or a personalised dining experience on the golden-hued shore.

Leaving your worries at home isn’t just a saying – it’s the way you travel with Australia’s only direct flight to the Maldives aboard an exclusive Luxury Escapes private charter flight. Skip the long layovers and land ready for paradise, with OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort as your ultimate destination. From the moment you arrive at the resort, flexible early check-in and late checkout around your scheduled flight give you instant access to every inclusion. From gourmet dining to island adventures and five-star facilities, paradise is yours to claim.

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Location

OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort
Maafushivaru Island, South Ari Atoll 00130, Maldives

Located in the spectacular South Ari Atoll, OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort offers private island bliss just moments from vibrant underwater kingdoms brimming with manta rays, whale sharks and kaleidoscopic marine life.

The hotel is located approximately a 25-minute domestic seaplane flight from Malé’s Velana International Airport (MLE). Return domestic seaplane transfers are included in your package.

Highlights

Your Air Travel – Take Australia’s only direct flight to the Maldives

Spend less time travelling and more time in paradise aboard our Luxury Escapes private charter flight, flying you directly to Malé in under 11 hours. Australia’s only direct flight to the Maldives means no international stopovers and no waiting in airports – just more time to maximise your holiday. Switch into holiday mode as we take care of everything on a full-service Airbus A330-200, reserved exclusively for Luxury Escapes guests.

The Resort – Iconic OUTRIGGER barefoot luxury in the idyllic South Ari Atoll

Located in the spectacular South Ari Atoll, OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort effortlessly blends the Maldives’ extraordinary natural beauty with a uniquely laid-back sense of luxury. Located just 25 minutes from Malé by seaplane, this lavish hideaway offers an abundance of picture-perfect beaches, lush jungle gardens and one of the finest house reefs in the archipelago.

Thanks to its seclusion, the surrounding ocean is crystal clear and teeming with rainbow-hued marine life, guaranteeing top-notch snorkelling and diving – and the resort’s onsite PADI dive centre makes ticking ‘learning how to dive in paradise’ off your bucket list a breeze. The onsite Navasara Spa draws on innovative local and international treatments to guarantee bliss, drawing on the acclaimed Yon-Ka method and others to provide unparalleled serenity.

Your Handpicked Inclusions – Daily dining, free-flow drinks, sunset cruise and more

Getting to OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort is a once-in-a-lifetime experience in itself, with return seaplane transfers between the resort and Malé. You’ll be met by spellbinding flashes of sapphire lagoon, desert islands and verdant forest as you descend. Soon after, you’ll experience the crystal-clear water from a different, otherworldly perspective – on a traditional Maldivian Dhoni sunset cruise to enjoy once throughout your stay.

Children (11 and under) stay free, sleeping on a daybed, with meal inclusions of the selected package. Feel like celebrating something special? All packages include a discount off bespoke destination dining experiences, a 10% discount on wellness treatments at Navasana Spa and complimentary use of the resort’s non-motorised water sports equipment so you can snorkel to your heart’s content.

OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort offers a world of culinary delights. During your stay, you will be treated to first-class dining, with daily buffet breakfast, three-course a la carte lunch and dinner. Plus, a selection of free-flow house wines, beers, soft drinks, juice, coffee and tea served for two hours during mealtimes. Every day of your escape, enjoy incredible dining at the following venues:

  • Cuisine Gallery: Serving up the best dishes from around the world and featuring live cooking stations to personalise your dining experience.
  • Edgewater: The resort’s poolside social hub, offering light lunches and refreshing cocktails.

All-Inclusive Upgrade

When you upgrade to an all-inclusive package you will be treated to first-class all-inclusive drinks and dining, with daily buffet breakfast, three-course a la carte lunch and dinner, complimentary ice-cream at Kofee ‘n Chill and a daily refreshed minibar.

Free-flow drinks are available daily between 12pm and 11pm across several dining venues, and include beer, spirits, a selection of wines, fruit juices, soft drinks, still water, house cocktails and mocktails. Every day of your escape, enjoy incredible dining at Cuisine Gallery, Edgewater or any of the following venues:

  • Moodhu Grill: Overwater private dining by starlight, serving classic grill-house fare, fresh-catch lobster and cuts of beef grilled to delicious perfection.
  • Art-I-San: Set on the island’s highest point and offering the most romantic dining experience, with unmissable modern fine dining flair.
  • Koto: Deftly fuses European and Japanese influences to create intimate plates and sizzling teppanyaki.
  • Koffee ‘n Chill: OUTRIGGER’s laid-back, palm-shaded coffee spot that offers sweet treats, barista-poured coffee and artisanal ice cream.
Facilities

Fine Print

Valid for travel from 1 April 2026 until 31 October 2026.

Luxury Escapes Private Charter is operated by Maldivian and is subject to government and regulatory approvals.

Green Tax: Please note, US$12 green tax per person, per night applies. Payable directly to the resort.

Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.

7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.

  • Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.

Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking until 21 days prior to the original check-in date, however the following fees will apply: $995 per adult (12+) for economy class bookings, $795 per child (2–11) for economy class bookings; $2,995 for adults and children (2+) for business class bookings. The remaining balance, after deduction of the applicable cancellation fees will be refunded to your original payment or credit.

Cancellation can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. If refunded as credit, your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.

Please note this does not apply to flights (outside of your Melbourne to Malé return flight) booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).

Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service ONE date change in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 21 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges. Date change fees apply, refer to fare rules for details.

Your bundled package includes international flights and is subject to the airline’s fare rules and conditions. For details on cancellations, date or name changes, baggage allowances and other airline-specific terms, please see the full fare rules here.

Please Note:

  • Please Note: The baggage allowance on your charter flight will be different to included baggage allowance on your transfer flight to the resort. Please be aware that luggage amounts exceeding 20kgs will incur an additional surcharge, payable directly to the airline.
  • Children (11 and under) stay free on existing bedding only and eat free with meal inclusions of selected package (from the children’s menu) when dining with a paying adult.
  • Children will not recieve transfers and will be required to pay the green tax upon arrival.
  • Prior reservations are required to redeem the spa discount.
  • Daily buffet breakfast is served at Cuisine Gallery from 7.30am–10am.
  • Daily lunch is served at Edgewater from 12.30pm–3pm.
  • Nightly dinner is served at Cuisine Gallery from 7pm–9.30pm.
  • Select wine, beer and non-alcoholic drinks at mealtimes are limited to two hours per meal.
  • All bottled wines, sparkling wine, spirits, champagne and cocktails will be charged based on consumption and are not included in your package.
  • Reservations are required for speciality restaurants and destination dining experiences.
  • For roundtrip seaplane transfers, extra guests must pay directly with the hotel; an additional US$355 per child (2–11), US$525 per adult (12+) and infants are free of charge when sitting on their parents’ lap.

All-Inclusive Packages

Please note the following only applies to the All-Inclusive packages:

  • Dinner is served at all six onsite restaurants. Reservations are required for speciality restaurants (Koto, Art-I-San & Moodhu Grill).
  • Unlimited access with all ice creams, snacks and drinks at Koffee ‘N Chill between 11am to 7pm (excluding retail items).
  • Selected alcoholic free-flow drinks include a selection of beers, wines, liquors and cocktails served daily across several dining venues from 12pm.
  • Non-alcoholic drinks include soft drinks, canned juices, water, coffee and tea and are available across several dining venues at the resort.
  • In the event one of these venues is closed, guests can choose from the alternative options.
  • Select menu items, denoted by a star on the menu, are subject to a surcharge.
  • All bottled and sparkling wines and champagne are from the resort standard wine list.
  • Full use of the in-room minibar (replenished once daily).
  • The in-room mini-bar excludes the in-room wine cellar.
  • The resort reserves the right to refuse service on responsible service of alcohol grounds.
  • All bottled wines, sparkling wine, spirits and champagne will be charged based on consumption and are not included in your package.

Seaplane Transfers

  • Seaplane transfers are operated by Trans-Maldivian Airways International (TMA) and are available only during daylight hours.
  • To catch the last seaplane transfer for the day, the guests must be reported to the TMA check-in counter at the airport by 4pm at the latest. After landing at Velana International Airport (MLE) and finishing all the immigration processes, guests who are not able to check in at the seaplane counter before 4pm will be required to stay overnight in Malé. We recommend booking a hotel within proximity to the airport.
  • Bookings are subject to tides, weather conditions and schedules are at the discretion of management.
  • Guest’s travel details should be provided at least seven days in advance to secure a booking.
  • The seaplane transfer will be shared with other passengers and a short waiting time may be required if other passengers are expected.
  • Seaplane baggage allowance is one piece of 20kg luggage and one 5kg piece of hand luggage per passenger.
  • Excess baggage is subject to availability and surcharges will apply.
  • Extra guests must pay for their roundtrip seaplane transfer directly with the hotel; an additional US$355 per child (2–11), US$525 per adult (12+) and infants are free of charge when sitting on their parents’ lap.
  • Occasionally your flight may have a stop on route to drop off and pick up passengers at other resorts. The resort will endeavor to provide you with the most direct route, subject to availability and the required connecting time of your international flight, or onward transfer arrangements.
  • All transfer information is subject to change. Please contact the hotel directly to confirm transfer details before you depart for your escape.

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.

*Images are for illustrative purposes and may not be reflective of the package purchased. See individual offers and packages for details.

Reviews

9.9
Outstanding
61 reviews
Summary
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OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort offers a luxurious and unforgettable experience. Guests rave about the stunning location, exceptional staff, and delicious food. The overwater villas and diverse activities, like snorkeling and spa treatments, enhance the stay. Perfect for a tranquil getaway.
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