Velassaru
Tourism Island - Resort
Code: K
About Velassaru
Velassaru’s soft beaches and turquoise lagoon create a postcard-perfect setting. The island’s reef shelters triggerfish, surgeonfish, and small reef sharks, while seasonal plankton blooms draw manta rays. Historically used by fishermen, Velassaru now supports coral propagation projects to maintain reef resilience. The house reef is ideal for snorkelers, while divers explore nearby sites with overhangs and caves. Seagrass beds provide feeding grounds for turtles and juvenile fish. Its proximity to deeper waters ensures encounters with both reef and pelagic species, making Velassaru a versatile location for marine enthusiasts of all levels.
Island Information
Administrative
- Island Name
- Velassaru
- Island Code
- K
- Atoll
- Male' Atoll
- Island Type
- Tourism Island - Resort
- Regulating Authority
- Ministry of Tourism & Environment
- Primary Agency
- Ministry of Agriculture & animal welfare
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