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Celebrating 50 Years of Truly Authentic Maldivian Hospitality

This year marks a heartwarming milestone for The Maldives Icon, as we celebrate 50 years of unwavering authenticity and innovation in Maldives tourism.

Baros once again crowned among the top 20 resorts in the Indian Ocean

We are delighted to share the exciting news that, for the second consecutive year, Baros Maldives has been honoured with a coveted place among the Top 20 Resorts in the Indian Ocean in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2024

Immerse Yourself in the Maldivian Culture

Experience both Baros Maldives incredible natural beauty as well as the gentle and hospitable local culture. At Baros you will engage with Maldivian culture in authentic, meaningful and unforgettable ways.

Pamper Yourself in Paradise at Baros Maldives

Enjoy indulgent pampering in our beautiful tropical garden at Baros’s Serenity Spa. Immerse yourself in bliss as you escape to this haven of relaxation, a sanctuary hidden in the trees.

A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Villa for You

At Baros Maldives, we have a breathtaking array of villa options available for our guests – all of them offering a private piece of paradise.

Enjoy Iconic Moments at Baros Maldives this Festive Season

Leave behind those winter woollens and spend this Festive Season in paradise. As 2023 dips below the horizon, Baros invites you to join us in creating truly memorable moments over this festive time.

Exploring the culinary delights of Maldives

Most world travellers will tell you that food can make or break your trip. Exploring local cuisines can add wonderful sensory texture to your experience of the country you are visiting.

What is better? Beach or water villa?

The turquoise of your plunge pool blends with the blues of our lagoon. From your sun-soaked deck a stairway descends directly to the crystal-clear waters of our house reef. This blissful water villla suspended over the ocean is the iconic, much-loved image of the Maldives that has captured the world’s imagination! It is most people’s ideal of paradise. But is it paradise for you?

Five must take excursions in the Maldives

Most people come to the Maldives to relax, walk in the soft white sand and drift in the aqua-blue perfection of the sea. Baros Maldives offers this and more. This iconic private island resort is the perfect balance between luxurious relaxation and the adventures of a lifetime. We list here five unmissable experiences that will add an edge of adventure to your perfect island holiday:

Celebrate an entrancing Eid at Baros Maldives

As the sun glints on the pristine clarity of the turquoise sea, your feet sink into soft crystalline sand and the lush green of ancient palms cast their gentle, dappled shade over you. This is paradise personified, beckoning you to celebrate Eid-Al-Adha in the beauty and outstanding comfort of Baros.

How do I book my Maldives vacation?

Planning and booking your dream island getaway to the Maldives can be almost as fun as the vacation itself. Researching what would make the perfect holiday gets you dreaming of idyllic days drifting in pristine waters and dining on secluded white sandbanks surrounded by lapping waves.

Celebrating Ramadan in the Maldives

Ramadan, or Ramazan as it is also known, is a holy month for Muslims and falls on the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. These 30 days, observed throughout the archipelago of the Maldives, are a time of fasting, prayer, reflection and community.

Fantastic things to do in Maldives for all kinds of travellers

Baros Maldives is a perfectly blissful island destination for all types of travellers. Whether you are a foodie, a nature lover, a sun seeker or on your honeymoon, Baros is the perfect private island resort for you.

Eid in the Maldives

Eid al-Adha is an Islamic festival following the Hajj, an annual pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca and one of the five pillars of Islam. In the Maldives, this festival has a uniquely local expression and there is no better place to spend it than at Baros Maldives.

10 intriguing facts about the Maldives

The Maldives is known worldwide as a tropical paradise. Here are 10 other fascinating facts about the Maldives that you might not know.

Celebrate your love this Valentine’s Day and craft memories that last, now and forever.

Baros Maldives is synonymous with romance and is the ultimate in luxurious island destinations, the perfect place for love. Join us this Valentine’s Day for a week-long celebration of love and enchantment on the world’s most romantic island.

Maldives: The perfect destination for romance

Romance is not always spontaneous, sometimes it takes some thought. At Baros Maldives, we do the planning for you so that you can relax and enjoy blissful times of connection with your loved one surrounded by soft white sand, crystal clear water and the rustling of palm leaves in the sea breeze.

Must try spa rituals at Baros Maldives

Following the winding path through the lush, tropical garden, you find yourself at the majestic wooden and brass doors of Serenity Spa. This is Baros at its most blissful and our guests return time and again to be nourished by the enchanted hands of our expert therapists.

High accolades for The Baros Residence from Elite Traveler

We are excited to announce that the prestigious publication, Elite Traveler, has selected The Baros Residence for their Staff and Services award.

Best diving in the Maldives

Voted amongst the top resorts in the world for luxury, Baros Maldives also enjoys the distinction of being one of the best diving destinations in the Maldives.

Dive into Paradise, Exploring Maldives Diving Resorts

While many dive resort options are available in the Maldives, choosing an island resort that has nurtured and protected this underwater heritage will reap dividends like no other.

The perfect setting for a joyful Easter in the Maldives

Baros Maldives is a treasure nestled in the Indian Ocean, just waiting to be discovered. This Easter, uncover the myriad of delights on offer as you celebrate this joyous holiday on our pristine island shores.

Escape to Bliss, Indulging in a Relaxing Holiday Resort in the Maldives

Step out of the stresses of modern life and into the relaxing private island paradise of your dreams. Pristine white sand shifts beneath your feet as you walk along a shore of clear lapping waves, on a beach fringed with green palms. A soft breeze caresses your bare arms, and the aroma of fresh barbeque teases your senses. This is what your soul longs for.

Excursions You Have to Take in the Maldives

White linen billows in the sea breeze as the water glitters off the surface of your private villa pool. It may be tempting to spend every morning in this private oasis of beauty and calm, but adventure beckons too.

The Maldives Dream: Combining Snorkelling, Spa and Fine Dining for the Perfect Escape

Your dream holiday in paradise involves doing as little as possible. Lying supine under the shade of a palm with the warmth of the sun caressing you and a cool drink at hand. Your partner, however, dreams of a holiday with adventure and new experiences. Baros Maldives is the dream escape for you both.

Explore the Vibrant Underwater World: Snorkelling Adventures at Baros Maldives

Float serenely above a brilliant undersea landscape, as the sun warms your back and gentle waves ripple over you. At Baros, you have a marine wonderland within a short swim of your villa.

Romantic Getaway, Unforgettable Honeymoon Retreat in the Maldives

Baros Maldives is everyone’s idea of romance. Pristine white beaches, brilliant blue sea and tropical green are the perfect island backdrop for the honeymoon of your dreams. Create unforgettable moments together in paradise.

Best Tips for Travelling to the Maldives in 2023

The perfect blue of the Maldives is beckoning. Baros Maldives is the ultimate luxury island destination. Let us help you make your trip the memory of a lifetime with these six helpful tips.

How the Maldives is Saving its Coral Reefs

It is the natural beauty of the Maldives that brings people back, time and again. At Baros Maldives, we work hard to preserve our island’s environment, especially our coral reefs.

How to travel around the Maldives

The allure of the Maldives is not only in the exquisite natural beauty of the islands and surrounding ocean. It is also in the slow pace and leisurely days that make an island holiday so good for your soul

Sailing Maldives: Travel Aboard our Dhoni Boats

Salt spray sparkles in the sunshine, and the wooden prow cuts through the clear, aqua water. A horizon of Baros blue stretches before you as you sail into another day of adventure and island bliss.

10 Common Fishes you will meet while Snorkelling in the Maldives

The Maldives has over 1,100 species of fish colourfully populating its pristine, warm waters. This is double the number of most other popular dive destinations. This rich biodiversity attracts many divers and snorkellers from around the world.

What are the best things to do while visiting the Maldives?

The Maldives is an ideal of romance and island adventure. The perfect balance of romantic luxury and the opportunity to adventurously explore a tropical paradise. At Baros you will find the perfect example of this idyllic Maldivian harmony.

How many days are sufficient to visit the Maldives?

Some islands within the Maldivian archipelago can take a whole travelling day to get to. But with Baros Maldives, within minutes, you will be enjoying our pristine beaches and the quiet, luxurious sanctuary of your private villa, making the most of every moment of your island holiday. This makes even a short trip to Baros the holiday of a lifetime.

Coral Reefs in the Maldives

The Maldives is a breathtaking archipelago of low-lying islands in the Indian Ocean. A place of sugar-soft white sand, swaying palms and azure waters. It's no surprise that this paradise is one of the world's top luxury travel destinations. But one of the most spellbinding treasures of this archipelago lies beneath its crystal-clear waters—its coral reefs.

Maldives Honeymoon Guide

Named the ‘World's Most Romantic Resort’ in 2022 for the seventh time in ten years by the World Travel Awards, Baros also received the title of ‘Indian Ocean's Most Romantic Resort’ for the tenth consecutive year in 2022 and was nominated as the ‘Best Honeymoon Resort in 2021’ by Elle Bridal Awards.

THE BEST DIVE SITES IN THE MALDIVES

The Maldivian Archipelago hosts the most diverse marine ecosystems in the world with a biodiversity akin to a virgin rainforest. The cycle of coral construction caused by erosion has left a diverse and impressive reef architecture with canyons, caves, and overhangs, each home to a mini-ecosystem of its own. It truly is breathtaking. Baros has easy access to some of the most enchanting reefs in the Maldives.

HISTORY OF MALDIVES TOURISM

The swaying palms tower overhead, the dense foliage and cocooning canopy a lush green against a backdrop of blue sky and sea, as your feet sink into the pristine white sand of the beach. This is the natural beauty of Baros and is the legacy of our long history as a pioneer in the tourism industry of the Maldives. We have been welcoming guests since 1973 and have spent decades perfecting our services and cultivating and protecting our environment.

FIVE MUST-DO UNDERWATER EXPERIENCES IN MALDIVES

The most mesmerising attractions in the Maldives can be found beneath the water. These must-see, enchanted underwater adventures ensure an extraordinary experience for everyone who visits, but few resorts are as well equipped as Baros in making the most of this underwater paradise. With a world-class house reef, 30 nearby dive sites and a resident marine biologist, Baros is a haven for underwater enthusiasts.

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO A BEACH WEDDING IN MALDIVES

Dreaming of a beach wedding? A beautiful sun-drenched day, waves lapping gently in the background, toes in the sand. There is something undeniably dreamy about the ocean, especially at Baros Maldives. Crystal clear turquoise water encircled by a dazzling soft white sandy beach and a coral-pink sunset painted across the sky.

TOP WATER SPORTS THAT YOU MUST TRY IN MALDIVES

With stretches of white sand beaches fringing by tropical islands and water that’s crystal clear and a hundred different shades of blue, Baros Maldives is truly a spellbinding destination for couples who love spending time in the water.

20 DISHES TO TRY IN MALDIVES

Maldivian ‘Dhivehi’ cuisine is deeply influenced by the ocean and its neighbouring countries Sri Lanka and India. Main ingredients, namely fish, coconut, rice, fruit and vegetables feature in the majority of dishes. Dhivehi cuisine has a distinct taste that is complex yet perfectly balanced.

THE BEST DIVING IN THE MALDIVES ISLANDS 2022

Diving in the Maldives is recognised as one of the most incredible dive experiences in the world. However, it is important to keep in mind that not every island offers the same dive experience.

Best Times to Visit Maldives: Weather and Festival Guide

Baros Maldives conjures up breathtaking images of a beautiful island fringed by a white powdery beach, with cocooning overwater villas, a world-class coral house reef teeming with marine life and endless days of relaxation, spa pampering and island hopping. But it’s not always clear when it is the best time to visit.

FIVE MUST-HAVE UNDERWATER EXPERIENCES IN THE MALDIVES

Whilst staying at Baros Maldives you are exposed to an underwater world of incredible marine life within a short swim from your villa. Dive into the turquoise blue lagoon and discover a marine world of bewitching beauty, with colourful fish and turtles drifting through the Baros house reef.

Celebrate Eid Al Adha in the Maldives

Baros Maldives is the Maldives Icon and an ideal destination for an unforgettable Eid escape in a tropical oasis unlike anywhere else.

CELEBRATE THE NATURAL AND PRISTINE ENVIRONMENT AT BAROS MALDIVES

At Baros, we feel deeply connected to nature, our preserved coconut palms, and the cocooning canopy of trees. We are intrinsically linked to the ocean – it surrounds us – exploring the house reef, we discover turtles, eagle rays and reef sharks thriving in their natural habitat.

CONNECT TO YOUR NATURAL FLOW AT BAROS MALDIVES THIS INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY

Baros, the perfect retreat for island rejuvenation, is set to join others across the world in celebrating International Yoga Day on 21 June 2022. Also known as Summer Solstice, the 21st of June is the longest day of the year. Join our united celebration of physical and spiritual prowess.

INTRODUCING OUR NEW AND EXCITING MENUS AT THE BREATHTAKING LIGHTHOUSE RESTAURANT

At Baros Maldives, we always seek to provide memorable experiences for our guests, and in light of this practice, we are delighted to introduce our new and exciting a la carte menu and two new degustation menus at the charismatic Lighthouse Restaurant.

BOUNDLESS BAROS BLUE EXCURSIONS

With its mesmerising ocean views and impossibly lovely natural beauty, Baros Maldives’ charming appeal is in its secluded verdant interior, fringed by a seemingly endless powder-soft white beach and a turquoise lagoon surrounded by a vibrant coral house reef. At blissful Baros, a host of sea excursions await you. These memories will last for a lifetime.

Classic Grill House Dining in the Maldives

Baros Maldives brings sophisticated grill house dining to the Maldives with its new Cayenne Grill menu. Set within an open sided thatched pavilion perched over the lagoon, Cayenne Grill inspires more than your appetite with its spellbinding ocean views.

ENJOY SUBLIME EASTER TREATS IN THE MALDIVES

Imagine a destination Easter holiday on a tropical island set amidst turquoise waters lapped by a white sandy beach. A spring vacation in the Maldives could be just the getaway you’re looking for.

SENSORY AWAKENING AT BAROS MALDIVES’ SERENITY SPA

Designed in harmony with nature, Serenity Spa is a haven of relaxation, a sanctuary hidden in the billowing Baros trees and invites guests to a sense-soothing journey. The treatment selections build on advanced western wisdom as well as wellness rituals that celebrate mother earth and her connection with life.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF BAROS MALDIVES’ UNIQUE SPECIAL OFFERS

Are you planning on visiting the Maldives this year? It’s time to start thinking about when you want to go and what you wish to do whilst on vacation. Here is everything you need to know to receive even more luxurious amenities and experiences during your next holiday in the Maldives.

THE MOST AUTHENTIC RESORT IN THE MALDIVES

Baros is the essence of the Maldives, offering elegance and comfort with beautiful beaches and overwater villas, floating on a crystal-turquoise lagoon with breathtaking views and beautiful sunsets. Life at Baros has forever been an exercise in harmony. Over decades of operation, we have always cared deeply for our island home, continuously working to preserve the natural environment.

Top Ten Things To Do To ‘Feel The Love’ This Valentine’s Day

If you're looking for a romantic escape, look no further. Baros Maldives has been named by the World Travel Awards as the Indian Oceans Most Romantic Resort for nine consecutive years and Elle Bridal Awards nominated Baros as the Best Honeymoon Resort in 2021.

WHY BAROS MALDIVES IS ONE OF THE BEST MALDIVES DIVING RESORTS

Baros’ exclusive diving programme, Diving by Design represents the ultimate in customised à la carte diving. Private guides, whose sole focus is to fulfil your diving dreams, provide a bespoke and exclusive diving experience and private charters.

Best fine dining Maldives restaurant

Baros’ Lighthouse Restaurant, appearing to float on the crystal-clear lagoon, offers stunning panoramic atoll views

Experience The Lighthouse Restaurant’s exciting Ocean Degustation Menu

Baros’ Lighthouse Restaurant, appearing to float on the crystal-clear lagoon, offers stunning panoramic atoll views

PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS AT THE BEST RESTAURANT IN THE MALDIVES

Baros Maldives stands for understated elegance and comfort. There is no need for lavish extravagance and gold-plated fallaciousness because the island is surrounded by a wealth of natural beauty - crystalline water painted in shades of blue and green, dazzling white shores and incandescent coral pink sunsets.

The Maldives Is One Of The Most Romantic Places In The World To Propose

St Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and it is one of the most popular days to propose. The Maldives is something of a fantasy island, and the ultimate destination for a truly memorable proposal.

20 Maldives Inspo Ideas

We have put together 20 inspirational ideas for you to discover your island bliss.

Why Maldives top your 2022 travel list

To say that the last two years have been challenging for most people is an understatement. From lockdowns to quarantines and everything in between, there’s no doubt that most of us are in serious need of a holiday and a reset.

Detox Programmes in the Maldives – at Baros Maldives

The Ultimate Overwater Dining Experiences at Baros

Silk-soft, sugar-white sands, coconut palms that sway in the gentle breeze and aqua Indian Ocean waters that reach as far as the eye can see — Baros is the definition of paradise.

Enjoy the 2021 festive season “At Home in Baros”

The festive season is almost upon us, and for guests who are eager to end off another “unprecedented” year in a truly extraordinary way, there’s arguably no better way to do so than “At Home in Baros”.

SIGNATURE SPA EXPERIENCES AT BAROS

The rich culture and illustrious heritage of Baros permeates everything we offer, and the luxurious experiences at the Serenity Spa are no exception. The healing rituals and traditions practised with care at this soothing sanctuary, expertly balance ancient wisdom with modern pampering techniques for an unforgettable and delightful journey.

4 REASONS TO PARTAKE IN THE CORAL CUBE INITIATIVE AT BAROS

Baros Maldives is renowned for its romantic appeal, its quintessential Maldives accommodation and its world-class service. It’s also known for its inviting sapphire-blue waters and a gorgeous house reef, home to exceptional marine life — natural elements we at Baros are committed to preserving.

Romantic Celebrations on Wooden Deck at Baros Maldives

Top Reasons to Get Married on the Piano Deck at Baros

If you are looking for an unforgettable place to celebrate your union with your betrothed or renew your vows, there’s no better option than Baros Maldives.

10 THINGS TO DO IN MALDIVES

The lagoon beckons you to jump in, to swim with turtles and glide over corals. A sailing adventure tempts you across the seas, to see what you can see beyond our atoll.

5 Maldives travel tips

Here are five things to keep in mind while planning your holiday to the Maldives.

Romantic Couple Sitting on the Beach at Baros

5 of the Top Reasons to Honeymoon at Baros

Five reasons to plan your post-lockdown honeymoon at Baros.

5 tips for post-COVID-19 travel to the Maldives

Resorts in the Maldives make social distancing easy, as there is mostly only one resort one each remote island, which only allows a limited number of people at the same time.

A Unique Tribute To Heroes

In gratitude to guests who worked as health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, Baros will reward them with the extra benefits of a complimentary inclusions.

Couple Relaxing on a Private Yacht at Baros Maldives

Activities For Couples In The Maldives

Pristine white beaches, a sparkling turquoise lagoon and countless palm trees swaying in the wind – this and much more is Baros Maldives.

Activities for men in the Maldives

Activities at Baros Maldives are much more than sun tanning on the beach and romantic candlelight dinners.

Baros Love Song

Baros Maldives is offering a romantic private dining experience like no other for couples aboard the resort’s unique Piano Deck

Maldives Meal Plans at Baros Luxury Resort

Baros Maldives Meal Plans

Catering to the needs and wishes of every guest, we have created four different meal plans that you can choose when you book your holiday at Baros.

Baros Maldives Reopens

Baros Maldives has reopened and we are very excited that the resort will come back to life as guests return from 1 October 2020 onwards.

Dining Area with Wooden Deck at Baros Maldives

Dining Experience At Baros Maldives

Read more about the unique dining experience in the Maldives at Baros

Eid Holiday in Maldives

Maldives is one of the most beautiful destinations to visit, and one of the destinations that is easy to reach for a short EID getaway.

FESTIVE SEASON IN THE MALDIVES

This festive season, we invite you to “Reconnect at Baros” within the magical festive ambience on our blissful island.

Lighthouse Restaurant at Baros Luxury Resort

Fine Dining Restaurant In Maldives

The Lighthouse Restaurant & Lounge to this day remains a major landmark in the area and a signature of Baros.

Fluo Night Diving In Maldives

If you feel you have seen it all, opt-in for an underwater exploration for snorkellers and divers that exposes the very different underwater world at night.

Full Moon Dinner At The Lighthouse

For several years, Baros has celebrated the romance of the night of the Full Moon as it casts its radiant rays on the island

Honeymoon in the Maldives

Here are 5 reasons why you should choose to honeymoon in the Maldives

Girl Relaxing in a Private Pool at Baros Maldives

The Best Private Pool Villas At Baros

A holiday at Baros is characterised by the melody of exotic birds, by the gentle sound of the ocean lapping the shore and the unbelievable scenes of an unspoilt tropical oasis.

Large Pool at Baros Residence in Maldives

The largest private pool in Baros

The recently unveiled Baros Residence has the largest private pool in Baros. The Baros Residence pool is 21sqm, after the second-largest pool in Baros Suite, which is 17sqm.

Indulge in a Post-lockdown Spa Retreat at Baros Maldives

What could possibly be more alluring than a carefree holiday in paradise? How about one that starts with a three-day detox spa retreat?

The Piano Deck At Baros Maldives

White sheets billow in the Baros breeze. Sunlight glints on a sea of blue.

Top 4 Dining Experiences In The Maldives

The dining experience you ever dreamed of is not as farfetched if you chose to spend your next holidays in the Maldives – but there is more.

Sandbank Dining Experience at Baros Maldives

Romantic Moments at Baros Maldives

For a honeymoon or a romantic interlude, this holiday package is designed with refined sophistication and timeless elegance in mind.

Maldives Water Villas at Baros Luxury Resort

Water Villas In The Maldives

The Maldives is famous for the villas and bungalows built on pillars in the lagoon of a resort

Romantic Spa Retreat for Couples

Lovers are invited to explore the far depths of utter relaxation and ease away all tensions, leaving refreshed and rejuvenated at the spa.

Where Is Baros Maldives?

Tranquillity and relaxation is just a 25-minute speedboat cruise from touchdown at Velana

Snorkelling With Turtles In Maldives

Snorkelling is one of the best experiences in Maldives. You can snorkel in the beautiful coral reefs and often come across turtles.

Why Baros Makes The Best Weekend Escape

Whether you would like a weekend combined with a traditional public holiday, or just need to escape for a few days, here are five great reasons why Baros Maldives makes the best weekend escape.

Sunset Activities at Baros

Maldivian sunsets are famous for being magical and colourful. On Baros Maldives, you can enjoy sunsets from many angles.

The Baros Coral Sponsorship Initiative

The Marine Centre at Baros Maldives offers a chance for guests to adopt their very own coral, making a unique gift of nature.

Girl Walking on a Wooden Deck at Baros Maldives

The Best Beach Villas In Maldives

Here are five tips on what to look for if you want to find the best beach villas in the Maldives.

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