Although the Maldives underwaters are brimming with sea life, whale sharks are a rare sighting. This is what makes South Ari Atoll so special. It’s where the largest congregation of these gentle giants occurs. The most fascinating aspect is that it’s a year-round affair, making if a unique site of its kind in the word. Hop onboard a traditional dhoni and set sail with a marine biologist to glimpse the famous whale sharks in their most natural habitat.