Located in the Baa Atoll, Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort welcomes guests to a natural island paradise.

Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort has opened its doors on the western edge of the Baa Atoll. Set on the natural tropical island of Fares and surrounded by the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve’s deep blue hues, the new retreat offers 176 stylish villas, pavilions, and studios. These include a selection of 40 spacious and flexible two-, three-, and four-bedroom villas, ideal for group getaways and multi-generational family stays, and ten Overwater Pool Villas, overlooking the two lagoons of Dolphin Bay.

There’s also a range of amenities to keep you moving, including a watersports centre and dive shop that gives access to the fascinating marine life of the acclaimed Baa Atoll, a popular migration region for manta rays and whale sharks. Try your hand at night-time snorkelling, which provides a captivating experience, allowing guests to capture parrotfish, groupers, snappers, lionfish, garden eels, and crustaceans by torchlight.

There’s also an AvaniFit gym, and a contemporary AvaniSpa, with a host of activities ranging from e-surfboarding and snorkelling to sound healing and sunrise yoga, while families can rest easy knowing that little ones will be fully entertained at the AvaniKids and Teens Club.

Keep your strength up with a selection of culinary experiences, including local and international cuisine at Ocean Terrace and poolside bar, Skipjack; and delectable grilled dishes at Charcoal. The resort is also home to Petit Bistro, the first kids-only restaurant in the Maldives catering to young guests with healthy and universally loved dishes.