Looking for picturesque resorts in the Maldives? Here are the top 5 Instagram worthy resorts in the Maldives. Since the launch of Instagram in 2010, the social app has skyrocketed into every household. People share various content on this popular app, including travel diaries, photography, and countless other talents. Gone are the days where we do not have pictures of our traveling or when we had to wait for photos to be developed and stored in a photo album. Technology has allowed us to get instant pictures and display them online for others to see. We can now look at different locations over the world right at our homes on this popular app. Hence we are able to check which ones are the best to visit during your travel. Hence while traveling we are always out to get that perfect picture for our feeds. The Maldives is world-famous for its white sandy beaches and rich marine flora and fauna. Hence you will have countless photo opportunities on land and water and get that perfect picture that you see on Instagram pages these days. Most of the 'Influencers' on Instagram have visited Maldives during some point and they have uploaded amazing pictures that makes us want to go to that place. We are going to pick the Top 5 locations that will give you amazing views and photo locations. Some resorts have a lot going on in the background and this makes it harder to capture a perfect picture. So we will pick the best resorts with exquisite designs that offer multiple photo opportunities. Let's have a look at the top 5 instagrammable locations in the Maldives.
1- Conrad Maldives
This luxury private island has a lot to offer for Instagram users. It is one of the first resorts to offer an 'Instagram Butler' to cater to your photography needs. This gorgeous island is located in South Ari Atoll of the Maldives, a mere 30-minute seaplane ride that will give you plenty of photographic opportunities of the island nation as your fly. Other options include a domestic flight combined with a speedboat transfer or a luxury yacht ride of 3 hours where you will have plenty of photo opportunities on the majestic Indian Ocean. Although this private island has plenty of Instagram worthy locations such as the underwater restaurant, the ultimate picturesque location is 'The Muraka' residence. Loosely translated to 'The Coral' in the native language; this residence is actually submerged. It looks straight out of an episode of 'The Black Mirror'. Ultra-modern and futuristic, with 2 levels one above water and one below. Sitting right at the edge of the lagoon, this is the world's first underwater villa where you will get countless instagrammable pictures right in the residence. This residence has a maximum capacity of 9 people with a total area of 652 sqm and an underwater bedroom 5 meters below sea level. This is one place where you can live the mermaid fantasy; sleeping with the exotic marine life surrounding the lagoon. The top-level comes with a deck complete with an infinity pool. This is where you can catch that 'Golden Hour' as the sunrises uninterrupted directly in front of you. Your 'Instagram Butler' will tell you about the best times, locations, and poses for you to capture that perfect picture for your feed.
2- Anantara Dhigu Maldives
This stunning private island is located in South Male' Atoll, a 30-minute scenic seaplane right away from Velana International Airport. With 110 beach villas and overwater suites, this gorgeous island deserves a place in our top 5 list. With beautiful velvet white sands and azure lagoons; there are countless locations where you will be able to get that perfect picture. As we all would agree, the 'Golden Hour' is the perfect time to get that good lighting. To achieve this, the private island offers beach and water villas facing towards the sunrise and sunset locations. But the ultimate accommodation that is picture-worthy is the overwater suites. With a maximum capacity of 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children; the Sunrise Overwater Suite and Sunset Overwater Suite offer the most picturesque locations on this private island. Each suite comes with a wooden deck with sun loungers and a small dining table with seating. The location of these suites gives you a sense of total privacy and freedom. You can take your pictures throughout the day with no one do disturb you or to be in the background to photobomb your precious photos. Even the bathrooms come with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that allow natural tropical light inside, giving you countless photo opportunities. Imagine relaxing in a big bathtub with the hues of blue as your background. Now that is one Instagram worthy scene that will guarantee floods of likes and comments.
During your stay, you should also go snorkeling or diving as the house reef is beaming with exotic marine life that is just waiting for you to come to take pictures with. Underwater photography is rare but gets plenty of likes on Instagram as it is not something everyone gets to witness in everyday life. So make sure you bring a waterproof camera or better yet bring a GoPro so that you can get high-quality photos for your Instagram feed that will have people drooling over.
3- Hurawalhi Maldives
An adult-only private island that is located in North Lhaviyani Atoll of the Maldives; offers you countless picture-perfect moments to fill up your Instagram feed. Just a 40-minute astonishing seaplane ride away, this private island will make sure you have your camera clicking thousands of pictures from the moment you get on the seaplane till you depart. Certainly, the water villas will provide a unique perspective to your pictures. The resort makes up for this lacking factor in beach villas by providing you a mesmerizing sunset view in the Beach Sunset Pool Villa. This is where you can catch the elusive 'Golden Hour' for the picture-perfect moments. If you have a drone with you, you will be able to catch an amazing perspective that you do not get from phone cameras, of the azure lagoon and white sandy beaches surrounded by gorgeous tropical vegetation.
One special location is the underwater restaurant that sits right on the exotic reef. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity so if you visit Hurawalhi do not forget to visit this underwater miracle where you can get that perfect picture, enjoy the exotic marine flora and fauna, and have an amazing meal at the same time. Now that is a deal we cannot say no to. The beautiful house reef also provides ample photo opportunities for aquatic lovers. The gorgeous reef is beaming with exotic marine flora and fauna to be in your pictures. Due to the intimate location of this island, your pictures will not have objects that would make the background too noisy. Ocean Pool Villas offer a unique perspective for photography with its infinity pool. These villas are designed by extremely talented architects and it looks outstanding in pictures. The only thing it is missing is you.
4- Gilli Lankanfushi Maldives
An award-winning luxury resort that combines tradition and the future to give you a perfect swirl of modern-day chic. Located in North Male' Atoll, this private island is accessible via a 20-minute speedboat ride, this island has numerous Instagram worthy locations. The beautiful villas are connected via wooden jetty giving it an almost rustic feel. The gorgeous white sandy beaches combined with the lush tropical vegetation complements the hues of blue the lagoon creates. The sand is white as it can be and you won't find a piece of trash on the island that might ruin your picture. There is a wide range of accommodation from single travelers, couples to family.
The overwater villas are outstanding and you might want to choose one with an infinity pool as it will give you amazing photo moments with an uninterrupted horizon as your background. One villa that stands out is the Residence with Pool, a 374 sqm residence with a wooden deck and infinity pool. This residence also comes with a terrace overlooking the azure lagoon and includes daybeds and a dining table. One thing you should be on the lookout is overwater hammocks on the crystal clear lagoons that provide a mesmerizing spot for the perfect beach picture. This spot looks like a piece of heaven that has been cut out especially for you. If you have a GoPro, you might want to take it with you to the beautiful reef nearby that is beaming with exotic marine flora and fauna. Make sure you bring all your good equipment's as this private island has a lot to offer for someone with a good eye for details. If you are lucky, you might encounter the elusive Manta Ray on a snorkeling trip. This is a photo opportunity that not everyone comes across. So make sure to keep your eyes open and your camera ready as these gentle giants are very curious and would love a photo-shoot with you.
5- Amilla Maldives Resort & Residences
At last, we have the stunning island of Amilla Maldives; located in the pristine Baa Atoll which a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. Untouched by men, this is as close to nature we can get. This beautiful island offers a wide range of picture-perfect locations for you to use. The 30-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport will give you stunning views of the islands scattered on this breathtaking atoll. The villas have a minimalistic design and are complemented by the white sandy beaches, tropical vegetation, and azure lagoons. If you are an aquatic beast, this would be the perfect location for that underwater picture. Due to this atoll being a protected site, there are countless marine life and fauna such as sea turtles, sharks, and the exotic Manta ray inhibiting the beautiful coral reef. Make sure you pack your GoPro or waterproof camera as this is a chance you would not want to miss. The residences have whitewashed interior and exterior giving it an elegant but bold look.
The ultimate accommodation is The Amilla State; with 2500 sqm of exquisite designs and backgrounds you can use in your pictures. They focus on natural light while these villas were built and I do not have to tell you that the best lighting is always natural light. This estate comes with a pool and gym as well, so you can switch up your photo skills throughout your stay and ensure that your feed is filled with pictures that people would drool over. This island resort is a Maldivian Santorini, with the white buildings set amongst the lush tropical vegetation and azure lagoons. It certainly gives you an ultra-modern feeling to your pictures.
These are the Top 5 locations that would give you amazing pictures. You can get more information from their websites, and have a closer look at each accommodation so that you can pick out the one that would go along with your feed. Make sure you back your outfits and grab all the equipment so that you can make the most out of what these exquisite locations have to offer. Each destination offers a unique perspective and locations, however, Conrad Maldives takes the top place as it acknowledges your Instagram needs by offering an 'Instagram Butler' who will direct your photography and help you take that perfect photo. They are well experienced in this subject and are aware of the perfect timings and poses. A bonus is that they know the island like the back of their hands, so they know very well where good pictures can be taken and when. The other 4 resorts offer various stunning locations, and each is unique with its design and ambiance. Amilla Maldives stands out with their white-washed villas, set amongst the lush vegetation and azure lagoon; giving it an ultra-modern luxury island getaway vibe. So pick wisely from the Top 5 on this list, as each will have unique photo opportunities that you will be able to use for your feed.
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