Niva Kuramathi Maldives
North Ari Atoll · 56km from Malé
Formerly Kuramathi Maldives. The Maldives' largest inhabited resort island with something for everyone
About Niva Kuramathi Maldives
Niva Kuramathi Maldives (formerly Kuramathi) is the largest inhabited resort island in the Maldives, a 2km-long island in North Ari Atoll with over 350 villas and 12 restaurants. Long established, it has one of the most loyal guest bases in the Maldives.
The island's long operating history and exceptional diving make returning guests a significant proportion of arrivals each year.
Resort Map & Location
See exactly where Niva Kuramathi Maldives sits in North Ari Atoll on our interactive map of every Maldives luxury resort, or view its location on Google Maps.
Accommodation
329 villas across beach, lagoon, and overwater categories. The resort's scale means genuinely diverse accommodation environments.
- Beach Bungalows — direct beach access
- Lagoon Bungalows — overwater, lagoon views
- Water Villas — overwater with pool
- Sunset Water Villas — west-facing panoramic views
Dining
14 restaurants — most diverse dining of any boutique resort island in the Maldives.
Experiences
- PADI diving on 30+ North Ari Atoll sites
- Year-round whale shark snorkelling
- Cycling around the 2km island
- 14 restaurants
- House reef snorkelling
Spa & Wellness
The Meeru Spa across multiple overwater pavilions drawing from Asian and Maldivian traditions.
Facilities
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Getting There
North Ari Atoll — 30-minute seaplane from Velana International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Niva Kuramathi Maldives is located in North Ari Atoll, reached by an approximately 20-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport (MLE). Seaplane transfers operate during daylight hours only.
Niva Kuramathi Maldives has 357 villas, including 150 overwater villas and 207 beach or garden villas.
Niva Kuramathi Maldives offers Half-Board, Full-Board, All-Inclusive meal plans. Niche Getaways specialists can advise which plan offers the best value for your travel dates.
Yes — Niva Kuramathi Maldives has a dedicated kids club and welcomes families with children.