The UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll holds an underwater wonder. This pristine paradise is renowned for its breathtaking gatherings of manta rays and whale sharks at Hanifaru Bay. Here, snorkelers are treated to a mesmerising spectacle as barrel-rolling chains of mantas and graceful whale sharks feast on the concentrated plankton in the narrow bay.
The Maldives’ first Hologram Room, recently opened at Four Seasons Resort Landaa Giraavaru, offering a magical “underwater” manta experience for the whole family, where no one gets wet.
Unique hologram programs, based on real manta rays seen in the surrounding waters of the Baa Atoll UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, offer an extraordinary opportunity to virtually “swim” with manta rays, as well as other creatures such as the humpback whale, seahorse and mimic octopus.
Two daily sessions of 30 to 45 minutes are hosted at the Resort’s on-site Marine Discovery Centre, offering guests of all ages colourful interactive opportunities to explore a life-size underwater wonderland. This mesmerising, dry-land adventure – easily navigated through the state-of-the-art Hologram Room using a dedicated wand – is bound to cast a spell on young explorers, opening their eyes to an entirely new world.
The Hologram Room can be enjoyed on its own or as an additional experience after or before heading out to see a real-life manta mass aggregation, a sensational seasonal occurrence (on a regular basis between June and November) near the resort.
Advanced Hologram Room bookings are essential as spaces are limited.
