Rihiveli, the Maldives' iconic, barefoot resort, after having undergone some recent renovations refurbishments and upgrades, is now rebranded as Rihiveli Maldives Resort, a 4-star property and welcomed its first guests under the new management in November 2021. Rihiveli is set on the stunning island of Mahaanaelhi Huraa in South Male Atoll and is accessible by a 45-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport. Unique to its surroundings are two Virgin Islands, both easily accessible on foot or by canoe and a dolphin lagoon – a dolphin breeding point with large pods of dolphins year-round where guests can swim or snorkel with them. .