Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives - Riu Atoll Resort - Manta Air Seaplanes Arriving and Departing (2022)

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Manta Air is a Maldivian domestic airline based in the Maldives, which began its operations on 24 February 2019.

Manta Air welcomed its first aircraft on 12 November 2018. and officially unveiled its brand to the Maldives on 22 November 2018. The brand was officially unveiled by the Vice President of the Maldives, Mr Faisal Naseem.

Manta Air received the Air Operator's Certificate on 21 February 2019 and officially started its (land-based aircraft) operations on 24 February 2019.

Manta Air began its float-plane (sea-plane) operations on 17 November 2019.

The All Inclusive 24h Hotel Riu Atoll opened its doors in May 2019 and is situated on the private island of Maafushi. Palace represents the most elegant hotel portfolio of RIU Hotels & Resorts and stands for luxury as well for a wide range of services. Distance to Airport on Kudahuvadhoo island approximately 5km. 264 cozily furnished rooms offers with free Wi-Fi & offers modern amenities, as well exclusive overwater Junior suites. Relax in our spa or get in shape at the gym. 1 outdoor pool with swim-up bar and 1 children's pool. For the youngest guests, there is the RiuLand Kids Club (for children from 4 - 7 years & 8 - 12 years old) and for adults, day and evening entertainment. For lovers of gastronomy, we offer live cooking stations at our main buffet as well Italian cuisine, 1 Steakhouse, 3 bars situated in various areas of the hotel.

Dhaalu' Atoll (also known as Southern Nilandhe Atoll or Nilandhe Atholhu Dhekunuburi) is one of the atolls of the Maldives. It corresponds to the natural atoll of the same name.

Dhaalu Atoll stretches 23 km (14 mi) from east to west, and 38 km (24 mi) north to south. Out of a total of 56 islands in the atoll, seven of the islands are inhabited, with a total population of around 6694. The capital island is Kudahuvadhoo, located at the atoll's southern tip.

Hulhudheli and Rinbudhoo (Rimbudu) islands, located to the west of the atoll, are islands traditionally renowned for the skill of their jewellers.

The formerly inhabited island of Gemendhoo on the eastern fringe of the atoll is surrounded by a long line of 11 uninhabited islands. The route from Bulhalafushi to Naibukaloabodufushi passes through these islands and can be walked in during low tide.

Dhaalu Atoll Hospital is located in the island of Kudahuvadhoo.

Dhaalu Atoll is accessible through regular domestic flights from Velana International Airport to Dhaalu Airport located on Kudahuvadhoo as well as local ferry services.