Nightlife in Maldives

1. Underwater Party-Subsix: Located 20 ft. below the Indian Ocean on the Niyama Island, Subsix is the world’s first underwater clubbing spot famous for its jaw-dropping ambience of Italian chandeliers, mirror-lined pathways with Parrotfish, Moray eels, and Damselfish making an appearance in the glass lagoons. Glow Parties, held every Wednesday & Saturday, let you savour exotic foods like Wagyu Beef tartare, Barramundi etc.

2. Jazz Nights And Live Bands – Kurumba: Lose yourself in the beats of smooth & energetic reverberations of live jazz music, soft sunsets, and cool ocean breeze along with traditional BoduBeru performances and Sunset Lounge Music, etc. here. Kurumba’s overwater deck and creative vintage cocktails make it one of the best places to enjoy nightlife in Maldives.

3. White Night Party – Kuredu: Soft iridescent white lights, laser shows, and dancing late into the night is how a super-fun White Night Party at this popular island resort, one of the best places to enjoy nightlife in Maldives, looks like. Remember to pack something white for this groovy Friday party at the tropical poolside Babuna Bar here.

4. Karaoke Room – Aaaveee: Dedicate a song or simply show off your singing skills as you party the night away at aaaVeee Nature’s Paradise, one of the top places to enjoy nightlife in Maldives. These rooms are designed in the traditional Maldivian ‘Goathi’ style made with handmade coconut timber chairs on the beach sand floor. The cocktails and food are superb too!

5. Jungle Cinema – Gili Lankanfushi: Enjoy beachside dining under the canopy of stars as you watch your favourite flick at one of the most beautiful outdoor cinemas in the world. Surrounded by swaying palm trees and cool sands, the menu comprises of European-Maldivian fare and vintage drinks at this award-winning resort.

6. Night Fishing – Bandos Beach: Enjoy the stunning beauty of the sea & the sunset and learn the art of traditional Maldivian fishing at this amazing resort. If you’re lucky you can catch anything from a Red Snapper or a Jackfish that will be cooked for you after your trip.

7. Crab Racing – Kuredu: Friendly bets, unstoppable laughter, and amazing fun- all of this and much more as you race your crabs! This once-in-a-lifetime experience at this top Maldives resort is made more fun with superb food, drinks, music, and gorgeous beachside beauty.

8. Private Island Dinner – Maafushivaru: This 5-star island resort reserves the entire island for couples to stay the night and lets them enjoy a scrumptious 3-course meal and drinks. What makes the experience more surreal is the golden sunset glow on the waters and the warm light of torches around you.

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1. Kurumba Kandu Bar: The open-air Kandu bar with its overwater decks that look onto the azure sea waters is the highlight of the Kurumba Resort. This is one of the best places in Maldives to enjoy nightlife and live bands as you lounge on the pods and loungers and sip premium spirits, ciders, mojitos, and gourmet coffees.

2. Sundown Bar: Make your evening memorable as you spend tranquil time looking onto a stunning seaside sunset surrounded by soothing ocean sounds at this amazing bar at Angaga Island Resort & Spa. Enjoy a range of fruit-flavoured cocktails, sandwiches, cakes, etc. here as you luxuriate in the chic ambience to savour Maldives nightlife.

3. Dhoni Bar: Luxuriate in the golden glow of the setting sun and cool sea breeze as you down iced coffees and signature mocktails at this chic poolside bar at Anantara Resorts. Pair your drinks with wood-fired pizzas as you enjoy the superb ambience here.

4. Kuredu: Considered to be the liveliest resorts to enjoy nightlife in Maldives the 9 bars here promise you the best paradisiacal Maldives. The best ones being the Sangu Bar that offers the largest variety of gins, Golf Bar for its game screenings and international beers, and the Pool Bar for its poolside lounges.

5. Nai boli Bar: Set right on the beachside, Nai boli Bar at the Banyan Tree Resort is the perfect place to savour the seaside charm of Maldives nightlife as you down the best of international spirits. Visit on a Friday to enjoy the traditional BoduBeru and drumming performances by live bands in their colourful costumes.

6. Jazz coffee shop: Burgers and iced coffees make for fun sundowners at this kitschy hangout in Male. The menu is international and influenced mainly from Australia, Thailand, and New Zealand. There is live music here on most of the evenings perfect for a great date night.

7. Marble Café: This bistro-style rooftop restaurant and lounge at the Marble Hotel offers striking views of a tropical sunset accompanied by the fresh ocean breeze. Spend a leisurely and cosy evening here as you enjoy the A-la-carte menu consisting of light meals and signature beverages.

8. Soneva Fushi: Make your evening memorable at this original desert island hideaway in Maldives. Lounge in the open-air alfresco cinema, stargaze at the hi-tech observatory, enjoy a sunset dolphin cruise or spend the night camping at a private sandbank in a Bedouin tent. 

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Yes, the Maldives is considered to be quite safe at night. The roads are well-lit and the security system is well-laid out.

There is ample tourist police presence and the locals are friendly and helpful in case you need any assistance.

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Yes, in fact, some beaches like the Mudhdhoo, Mirihi, Reethi, etc. that glow in the night must be on your list to visit at night for a signature Maldives nightlife experience.

These beaches have great resorts nearby where you can stay.

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1. Alimatha Island: One of the most famous diving sites with a depth of around 18 metres, you can not only see and feed hundreds of sharks here but also swim with them.

2. Milaidhoo Wall: This spot at Baa Atoll is shaped like a wall going to a depth of around 25-metres, the ceilings of which are covered with yellow corals. Besides sharks, you get a chance to feed stingrays and eels also here.

3. Villivaru Giri: Located at South Male Atoll, this 30-metre shark-feeding site is famous for its numerous crevices and overhangs and colourful corals. This is one of the best places to enjoy quintessential Maldives nightlife.

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1. Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa: Enjoy a romantic dinner and private barbecue at this resort located at the secluded Dhonakulhi Island. Couples would love the overwater dining pavilion lit up by torches here.

2. Amaya: This luxury resort, located at the pristine Ari Atoll beachside, offers a 4-course private candlelit dinner at the beachside. Enjoy your complimentary wine bottle as you savour the sunset views.

3. Bandos Island Resort: Enjoy an intimate candlelit dinner at the romantic beachside Sundowner’s Bar. Surrounded by white sands lit up by candles and soft music, couples are served by private chefs.

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Yes, in fact, this is a very popular nighttime activity, especially from January to April. Several places like the Alimatha Island and Maaya Thila offer encounters with manta rays, sharks, stingrays, etc.