Geography & Islands

1,200 coral islands to explore

islands Featured November 30, 2025 • Updated November 30, 2025
Geography & Islands
Comprising 26 atolls and over 1,200 coral islands, the Maldives is the lowest-lying country in the world with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters above sea level. Each island is unique, from the bustling Male' to remote desert islands accessible only by seaplane. The crystal-clear waters hide vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. Comprising 26 atolls and over 1,200 coral islands, the Maldives is the lowest-lying country in the world with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters above sea level. Each island is unique, from the bustling Male' to remote desert islands accessible only by seaplane. The crystal-clear waters hide vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. Comprising 26 atolls and over 1,200 coral islands, the Maldives is the lowest-lying country in the world with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters above sea level. Each island is unique, from the bustling Male' to remote desert islands accessible only by seaplane. The crystal-clear waters hide vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. Comprising 26 atolls and over 1,200 coral islands, the Maldives is the lowest-lying country in the world with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters above sea level. Each island is unique, from the bustling Male' to remote desert islands accessible only by seaplane. The crystal-clear waters hide vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. Comprising 26 atolls and over 1,200 coral islands, the Maldives is the lowest-lying country in the world with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters above sea level. Each island is unique, from the bustling Male' to remote desert islands accessible only by seaplane. The crystal-clear waters hide vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life.Comprising 26 atolls and over 1,200 coral islands, the Maldives is the lowest-lying country in the world with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters above sea level. Each island is unique, from the bustling Male' to remote desert islands accessible only by seaplane. The crystal-clear waters hide vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life.Comprising 26 atolls and over 1,200 coral islands, the Maldives is the lowest-lying country in the world with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters above sea level. Each island is unique, from the bustling Male' to remote desert islands accessible only by seaplane. The crystal-clear waters hide vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life.Comprising 26 atolls and over 1,200 coral islands, the Maldives is the lowest-lying country in the world with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters above sea level. Each island is unique, from the bustling Male' to remote desert islands accessible only by seaplane. The crystal-clear waters hide vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life.Comprising 26 atolls and over 1,200 coral islands, the Maldives is the lowest-lying country in the world with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters above sea level. Each island is unique, from the bustling Male' to remote desert islands accessible only by seaplane. The crystal-clear waters hide vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life.Comprising 26 atolls and over 1,200 coral islands, the Maldives is the lowest-lying country in the world with an average elevation of just 1.5 meters above sea level. Each island is unique, from the bustling Male' to remote desert islands accessible only by seaplane. The crystal-clear waters hide vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life.