With some of the most unique topographies in the world, the Maldives is home to a diverse mix of flora and fauna across 1,200 islands spanning the atoll nation. From vibrant, underwater coral gardens to intricate mangrove forests and seagrass meadows, each distinct environment plays a pivotal role in driving the overall health of the Maldives’ ecosystem.
Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa
Experience Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy
Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy is a program that offers meaningful travel, allowing you the opportunity to create a positive impact as you explore and build deeper connections in local communities when you stay in our hotels.
With over 100 curated experiences, the program focuses on three pillars – Environmental Protection, Community Engagement, and Marine Conservation.
Discover how you can contribute meaningfully to Marine Conservation with us at Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa
Marine Master Program
Join our resort's marine biologist for an immersive educational and hands-on program on the importance of conserving biodiversity and mitigating the effects of climate change. Guests can participate in a wide range of programs to learn about key environments that make up the Maldives’ delicate ecosystem and make a direct contribution to the ongoing research required to conserve and care for it.
Understanding the Maldives’ Diverse Ecosystem
Discover the Role of Mangroves & Seagrass
Mangroves protect sensitive habitats such as coral reefs and seagrass beds, act as a nursery for marine life and a natural barrier to slow the effects of erosion. Seagrass is known as the “lung of the sea”, generates oxygen through photosynthesis and provides shelter and food to a vast array of animals, including turtles, marine mammals and birds.
The Vital Role of Coral Reefs in Marine Life
The coral reefs also act as a barrier to erosion and are a habitat for marine life. Today, these habitats are extremely vulnerable to physical disturbances and the accelerating effects of climate change. In partnership with the resort’s dive partner, Sub Oceanic, we invite guests of all ages to participate in a range of immersive conservation initiatives, led by the resort’s marine biologist.
Marine Master Certification
Marine Master Certification
Guests can participate in a wide range of programs to learn about key environments that make up the Maldives’ delicate ecosystem. After completing four of these following six hands-on modules, guests will be eligible for certification.
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Turtle Quest
Learn how to recognize different turtle species and even name one of your own while observing them in their natural habitat.
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Seagrass Hopper
Venture into the seagrass meadows in a B.O.B. (Breathing Observation Bubble) alongside our marine biologist.
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Seagrass Awareness
Discover how seagrass preserves the ecosystem by nourishing turtles, fish, and rays, sheltering young marine life, protecting beaches, and purifying the air.
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Reef Explorer
Explore the resort’s house reef, uncover diverse coral species, and understand the impact of climate change on this fragile ecosystem.
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Ray Bay
Visit the reef to identify and learn about the fascinating species of rays that thrive in Maldivian waters.
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Coral Awareness
Dive into the world of coral reef ecosystems, outline coral structures, identify species, and explore the challenges they face.
Help Marine Biologists Research and Conserve the Ecosystem
The program offers guests a unique opportunity to make a direct contribution to the ongoing research required to conserve and care for the Maldives' delicate ecosystem. The excursions done as part of this program will help marine biologists to identify coral, turtles, rays and sharks, as well as monitor their health over time.
Family Foraging Experience
Join Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa for a visit to one of the largest greenhouses in the Maldives to learn about hydroponic farming method and how it supports year-round food production in land-scarce countries such as the Maldives!
The Largest Greenhouse in the Maldives
Aiming to promote sustainable farming practices that target minimizing water use and avoiding chemical insecticides, Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa invites guests to visit one of the largest greenhouses in the Maldives to learn about hydroponic farming method and how it supports year-round food production in land-scarce countries such as the Maldives.
Discover Our Sustainable Practices
Accompanied by the resort's resident horticulturalist, guests are able to explore how this sustainable system reduces water consumption compared to traditional methods, and how the resort can grow fresh lettuce, herbs, and leafy greens organically, eliminating the need for insecticides through natural protection methods.
Inside Our Greenhouse
At the greenhouse, guests can observe first-hand how climate control systems, including shade nets, fans, and misting, ensure year-round, high-quality organic produce while lowering the carbon footprint of the resort.
Savour Farm-to-Table Dining Experience
During the visit, guests are welcome to harvest fresh greens alongside our chef; join a hands-on cooking class to turn their harvest into creative dishes, complemented by additional locally-sourced ingredients; and enjoy a delicious farm-to-table lunch afterward that is as nutritious as it is sustainable.