Discover Maldives Protected Areas

Discover the incredible diversity of species that call these areas home, and find out about the activities that are available, such as diving, surfing, and wildlife watching.

Explore Protected Areas

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93 Protected Areas
66,007 Hectares
3 UNESCO Biosphere Reserves
6 Managed Areas

Make a Booking

Take the first step and book your trip. Explore protected areas with ease.

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Get a Permit

Submit your permit request now and start your journey to the protected areas.

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Every protected area lists its rules, zones and fees. Find an area Need help? Contact Us

Explore Protected Areas and OECMs by Type

OECMs Other areas that conserve nature
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Where people and nature thrive together
IUCN Greenlist Site Areas meeting a global standard
Off-Shore MPAs Marine areas far from shore
Key Biodiversity Areas Sites vital for species
EBSAs Ecologically significant marine areas

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Help us gather important data by submitting your observations and contributing to the protection of marine life in the Maldives.

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