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 Let the beauty of Anantara touch you at Anantara Veli
Resort & Spa, Maldives. Retreat hand in hand to a Maldivian
paradise, enveloped in soft white sands and turquoise waters. Here,
time is a luxury well spent in the pursuit of leisure and
tranquillity, at one of the most naturally stunning destinations on
earth.
At Anantara Veli, the marvels of nature are
complemented by the chic simplicity of our design, with over water
bungalows providing the idyllic seclusion that you seek balanced by
all the modern conveniences you would expect of a luxury resort in
the Maldives.
Set in the South Malé Atoll just half an hour from
Malé International Airport, Anantara Veli brings you the island
paradise of your dreams - a destination created for thrilling
honeymoons and romantic getaways.
Unwind on endless white sand beaches, palm-fringed
islands and pristine coral reefs. Contemplate the oceanic light as
it evolves from morning glow to evening dusk - bathing the coconut
thatched roofs in subtly-changing hues, and glittering off the clear
waters just beneath your private over water bungalow.
Nestled in beauty, removed from unnecessary
distraction, here in the Maldives you are free to tune inwards as
well as to indulge in the company of your loved ones.
On the graceful blue of Veli Island, delight in life
over a lagoon. The 36 Over Water Bungalows are just a few metres
from the clear waters, home to lush coral gardens. Lounge in your
elegant thatched residence. Take to a private sundeck over the
lagoon. Step up to one of 14 Deluxe Over Water Bungalows and unwind
in the terrazzo tub for two in your own piece of Maldivian magic.
Your rain shower leads into an expansive sundeck. Embrace in the
romance of the Maldives in your secluded tropical getaway.
When not relaxing on the beach, embarking on an
Ayurvedic spa retreat or lounging in our beachfront infinity pool,
spend your days on the water with sailing excursions, waterskiing on
our placid lagoon, seaplane flights, deep-sea fishing or sunset
dhoni cruises alongside dolphins. Anantara also features its own
onsite comprehensive PADI Dive Centre to guide you through one of
the world's premier diving destinations. Appetite adequately
stirred, freshen up for an evening of fine dining at one of our many
bars and restaurants where the world's flavours are brought to you.
A highlight: the best of Thai cuisine, set on a lone isle on the
edge of a reef.
Across the waters, just moments away, lies Anantara
Veli's sister resort, the invigorating Anantara Dhigu where you will
also find a boutique and a range of other diversions. As guests of
Anantara Veli, you enjoy full access to the luxurious facilities and
amenities of both islands.
Location
While the appeal of the Maldives is its remote
location, you'll find that getting here is a breeze, with numerous
international flight connections to the Maldivian capital of Malé
daily. Once you touch down, just contact us and our speedboat
service will have you skipping across the waters to your own piece
of exclusive paradise in no time.
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Speedboat
The rush of the Anantara Experience in the Maldives
begins just shortly after arrival! Our speedboat captain will meet
you upon arrival at Malé International Airport and guide you to
your luxuriously equipped water taxi. Then begins the scenic ride
across the sparkling emerald waters to Anantara's private
islands. The resort is located 21 kilometres from Male
International Airport, just a 35 minute speedboat journey away.
Transfer from the airport to the hotel is US$ 165.00 per adult
return and US$ 82.50 per child return. Please provide us with your
flight arrival and departure details at least 48 hours in advance
to ensure timely bookings for your combined speed boat transfers
from Malé to Anantara Resort Maldives.
Your Maldives experience begins as you begin to
touch down at what is surely one of the world's most unique
airports! Located on a small island of its own, Malé International
Airport is your gateway to this exclusive island paradise, and the
descent over the scattered islands that form the jewels of the
Maldives is truly unforgettable. Be sure to get a window seat and
enjoy the ride.
Dining
Between the temptations on offer on Anantara Veli and
those of its sister resort Anantara Dhigu, an array of casual and
fine dining destinations unmatched by any other Maldives resort is
yours to savour at Anantara.
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Baan Huraa -
Inspired Thai cuisine comes to the sublime beauty of
a teak house over-water. Set on stilts above the Veli lagoon, the
house opens to sweeping views across the Indian Ocean. With
internationally-acclaimed Thai chefs, Baan Huraa offers a unique
dining experience of authentic Asian flavours. Savour dishes made
from the freshest ingredients from the Northern and humid Southern
provinces of Thailand.
Open daily for Lunch 12.00-2.30 pm and Dinner
7.00-10.30 pm
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73 Degree -
The light and airy Maldivian-style thatched-roof
pavilion faces the Veli lagoon. Dine on the sumptuous breakfast
buffet of fresh tropical fruits and juices, cereals, homemade
breads, grilled meats and vegetables and a made-to-order omelette
station. Or select seafood plucked right from the Maldives at the
Seafood Market, available nightly for dinner.
Open 7.00-10.30 am for Breakfast and 6.30-10.30
pm for Dinner daily
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Dhoni -
Kick back by the tranquil Veli lagoon. Swim up to
the poolside bar and savour cocktails and chill vibes. Settle into
the infinity-edge pool and take in the seascape as you unwind with
other guests.
Open from 10.00 am to 12 midnight daily
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Geckos -
Enjoy freshly-baked crusts and piled high toppings
from our wood-fired oven. You've found your perfect spot for
inventive pizza and light snacks overlooking the lagoon at Veli
Island. Dine al fresco on the deck or in the thatched roof
pavilion. Sit back or try a game of pool, steps away from the
free-standing bar. This could become your favourite hangout.
Open daily for Dinner 6.30-10.30 pm
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Dining by the Design -
A banquet on the beach, a candlelit picnic on your
own stretch of sand or desert island. A barbecue with personal
chef on the terrace in your private over water bungalow. Here in
the Maldives, global cuisine meets tropical paradise. Let Anantara
plan a romantic dinner for two in countless, secluded getaways -
at Anantara Veli or at our sister resort, Anantara Dhigu.
Leisure
Rediscover what it means to relax. Or, let the
stunning island surroundings invigorate you with our array of
Maldives resort activities.
Surf without the crowds on one of the last natural
wonders of the earth, where you can feel as though the waves belong
only to you.
Take up windsurfing on the placid lagoon. Dive
into the unexplored world of marine life in our crystal-clear
waters. Stroll through the markets of bustling Malé. Explore even
more undiscovered islands. Days spent at Anantara Veli can be as
leisurely or as active as you choose.
Area Excursion
Every day, Anantara features a range of organised and
do-it-yourself activities. You can take a cooking class, visit a
market, interact with local history and even pick up some phrases in
a new language, all in one day.
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Island Hopping
Discover some of the other distinctive jewels of
the Maldives. You might be surprised to see the many different
forms paradise can take. Tour the atoll and explore the daily life
of fishermen. Shop the way the locals do. Get up close and
personal with marine life.
Island Picnic
Spend an afternoon as Robinson Crusoe (with a few
more luxuries) and live out your desert island daydreams. A tiny
uninhabited island offshore in Anantara's lagoon is your
playground for the day. Frolic in pristine waters, explore
stunning reefs and enjoy a specially prepared picnic on white
sands.
Malé
Excursions
There is more to the bustling Maldivian capital
than just the airport. Malé offers distinctive architecture, local
markets, tranquil mosques and the regal presidential palace.
Immerse yourself in the local culture at the National Museum and
partake of some of the country's authentic local delicacies.
Sunset Cruise
Cruise the tranquil turquoise lagoon aboard a dhoni
and let the champagne in your glass take on the tints of the
setting sun. A romantic, unforgettable beginning to a special
evening in paradise.
Sunset Handline Fishing
Try your skills at handline fishing and experience
the glittering waters from a local's point of view, aboard a
traditional sailing dhoni. This natural technique uses no
equipment beyond a single fishing line, held by hand and dropped
to the floor of the ocean reef. Wait for the reef fish to bite - a
catch is almost guaranteed. Better yet, take your catch onland and
our chefs at Fuddan grill will prepare it to your liking the very
next day.
Resort Activities
The setting is tranquil, but recreation and fun are
always close by. Every day, Anantara features a range of organised
and do-it-yourself activities in the gorgeous surrounds of our
resort. Days at Anantara can be as laid-back and relaxed or as
action-packed as you desire. Choose your own adventure!
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Anantara Cooking School
While staying at Anantara in the Maldives, you will
be treated to an array of inspired culinary creations. Why not
learn the tricks of the trade with a cooking class from our
resident master chefs? Learn to recreate traditional Maldivian or
Thai and fusion dishes to impress your friends back home.
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Beachside Yoga
Gain physical poise and mental peace through
ancient exercises drawn from centuries of traditional South Asian
wisdom. Yoga for beginners is available from our professional
instructors beachside while more seasoned aficionados can take it
up a notch with a private session - one of our signature Maldives
resort activities.
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Boutique
You may be thousands of miles away from it all, but
our boutique on Dhigu brings the world to you, with the bare
necessities and exotic goods and handicrafts from across Asia and
the Indian Subcontinent.
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Dhoni Kids Club
Open for children from the ages of 3 to 12, the
Dhoni kids club keeps our youngest guests entertained during their
holidays with an action-packed programme featuring a variety of
beach and outdoor activities, creative crafts and games that are
fun, educational and culturally enriching. All are under the
supervision of our Kids' Coordinator. Children aged three or under
are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Childcare services are
available for a fee.
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Fitness
Our fitness centre and gym is equipped with
everything you need to keep you looking and feeling good.
Rejuvenate your body as you work out alone or with your personal
trainer.
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Library
No need for sunblock in our stylish showpiece
library, where you can sink into a plush armchair and enjoy a new
novel or catch up on all that is going on back in the ‘real
world' on our computers with high-speed Internet.
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Morning Meditation
Clear your mind and achieve a sense of heightened
well-being with gentle stretching and meditation to start off your
day. At our guided meditation sessions on the beach, you'll catch
the island as it awakens. Draw inspiration from the gorgeous
island surrounds.
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Swimming
Slide into the tranquil waters of our stunning
freshwater infinity-edge pool situated right on the beach's edge.
Gaze out across the expanse of an aquamarine sea as you float,
soak or splash your worries away. Protected by outer reefs, the
shallow waters of our large lagoon offers an ideal spot for
wading, floating or a relaxed swim.
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Tennis
Our floodlit tennis courts mean that you can
continue with a doubles match even after the sun sets. Our fitness
centre staff are at hand to provide lessons for beginners or a
little bit of a challenge if you're looking for a partner.
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Volleyball & Badminton
Feeling waterlogged? Landlubbers can always take
part in a pick-up match of volleyball or badminton on the beach -
just let us know and we'll provide the nets and equipment and turn
a strip of beach into your court.
Diving
Discover a new world. While Anantara certainly looks
splendid from above the water, in the Maldives, you'll find some of
the most beautiful sights are found below the surface. Envelop
yourself in a panorama of spectacular marine views on a full-day
dive safari guided by the experts from Anantara's own PADI 5* Dive
Centre. If you're a first-timer, get your feet wet first with one of
our PADI certification courses that will guide you toward taking
your first breaths underwater, opening up a whole new world for your
discovery. Or, simply snorkel leisurely on the edge of the lagoon or
peruse the Maldives' fabled coral gardens on our daily guided
snorkelling trips.
The Anantara Dive Centre offers two boat dives a day
to over 20 nearby reefs teeming with undersea life in the area
immediately surrounding our islands. In addition, the Centre runs
full and half-day "safari dives" to reefs and sites further
offshore.
With such a variety of sites on offer, and our full
range of PADI certification courses, our guests are spoiled with
choice to meet the needs of all diving levels - from beginners to
avid divers with full logbooks! Anantara's instructors always
endeavour to match up diving ability to local dive conditions to
ensure your safety and enjoyment. From our beginner's discovery
courses to more advanced Nitrox, deep water and rescue dives, the
Centre has a range of programmes to suit even the most experienced
divers.
All courses are taught by PADI-certified
instructors, ensuring an unforgettable - and safe - learning
experience in one of the world's premier diving destinations. Our
class sizes are limited to cater for each guest's needs. Our
friendly and professional staff, along with the excellent
facilities and open-air classroom of our Indian Ocean paradise,
provide the perfect surroundings to explore safely and
comfortably.
Orientation Dives
All divers at the Anantara Dive Centre require an
orientation dive, unless you have logged a dive within the last
three months in Maldives. The orientation dive consists of a dive
on our nearby house reef or another local dive site, with an
instructor who will get you to demonstrate basic diving skills.
After completion, you're ready to move on to more advanced dives
or courses, depending on your level and certifications.
Full and Half-Day Diving
Safaris
Once you've explored some of our beautiful and
action-packed local dive sites, taking in stunning sea fans,
colourful coral, schools of fusiliers, sea turtles, and even the
occasional reef shark or spotted eagle rays, it's time to take to
the high seas for a full or half-day diving safari! The Dive
Centre offers regularly scheduled diving safaris by speedboat to a
number of exciting locations in North or South Malé Atoll or
Felidhu Atoll. Or, feel free to talk to our guides and instructors
about setting up a privately chartered excursion just for you!
Water Sport
We are fanatics about water.
Come and join us, and discover the incredible range
of aquatic activities you can enjoy on the Indian Ocean at Anantara
Resorts.
We have many exhilarating high-speed adventures.
Propel across the water with wind-powered high intensity sports or
catch a magnificent fish for your table on an adventurous fishing
trip. Parasail with a breathtaking bird's-eye view of the stunning
islands below you and experience sky-scraping excitement.
We also offer exciting trips and excursions around
the Maldives to discover the fantastic marine life and top-side
beauty of this amazing archipelago. Snorkel spectacular reefs with
our resident marine biologist. Visit deserted and local islands on a
voyage of discovery. Looking for more sedate water-based activities?
Why not rent a kayak and paddle gently around our shallow, protected
lagoon or around your over water bungalow? Or how about relaxing in
the sun as your captain takes you on a private journey by catamaran?
Whether you are looking for speed, excitement,
relaxation, marine beauty or an opportunity to create your mind's
private vision of paradise, if it is on the water, then Aquafanatics can
provide it for you.
Spa
Pamper. Enliven. Release. Unwind. Spoil your body,
soul and mind with a selection of Anantara Spa's world-renowned
signature treatments, alluring bath and steam rituals and holistic
therapies. Anantara Spa Dhigu is a true oasis of tranquillity, with
over-water treatment suites nestled on one of the world's most
remarkable tropical island settings.
Bungalows
Anantara Veli sets the stage for an idyllic honeymoon
or getaway with secluded over water bungalows. Romance and
enchantment are a way of life here in the Maldives in a land of
water, endless blue sky and powder white sands.
At Anantara, luxury is standard. Settle into your
rain shower or the sumptuous terrazzo bath for two. Enjoy a relaxed
afternoon on cushions inspired by traditional Maldives designs. With
high-speed Internet in your over water bungalow and time on your
hands, use the Web for pleasure instead of business, for a change.
Enjoy all the comforts of home and then some, with your own espresso
machine, residence minibar, personal surround-sound stereo with
flat-screen TV, CD/DVD/MP3 player and 24-hour room service.
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Over Water Bungalow
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Luxuriate in the contemporary décor of your spacious
62-square metre over water bungalow on a pristine stretch of
tropical paradise in the Maldives, with hardwood floors and a
coconut thatch roof. Indigenous fabrics stretch across your bed,
inviting you to do the same. Tropical flowers and jasmine scents
float through your elegant bathroom. Take to the private sun terrace
to admire your over water bungalow's coral garden, or step into the
gentle waters of the lagoon.
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Deluxe Over Water Bungalow -
Step into 92 square metres of relaxation under the
charming coconut thatch roof. Your Deluxe Over Water Bungalow is a
private sanctuary overlooking the vast seascapes. Settle into a
luxurious terrazzo bathtub for two by the lagoon. Unwind on a daybed
or lounger on the sundeck or relaxation area. There is no place more
idyllic than this spot of Maldives paradise to enjoy leisurely
quality time with your loved ones in your private over water
bungalow.
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