Immerse yourself in the rich heritage and culture of the Maldives at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef's “Athireege”, which means the beach house in the local language. This cultural beach house showcases traditional Maldivian life where you can enjoy a traditional breakfast or dinner by the ocean.

Head out at dawn or dusk to the reef on a Dhoni and try hand reel fishing, the way it is traditionally done in Maldives. With a little luck you might catch a red snapper.

Curious travellers take note: you can and should explore the neighbouring local islands. And it just happens that Maldivian-owned Sun Siyam Vilu Reef has the perfect guides to show you the sights and sounds of island living.

After an exhilarating swim with nurse sharks, it’s lunchtime on a sandbank before heading out again to explore a shipwreck.