Anantara Veli
South Malé Atoll
A romantic sanctuary for adults
Anantara Veli is a romantic adults-only retreat located in the South Malé Atoll, accessible via a convenient 30-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport. Perfect for romantic escapes, solo adventures, and wellness seekers, this tropical paradise offers a blend of tranquillity and adventure. Guests at Anantara Veli enjoy the unique benefit of access to the neighbouring sister resort, Anantara Dhigu, granting the freedom to enjoy the facilities of this twin island paradise.
Experience the quintessential Maldivian dream in one of the resort's 67 villas, poised over the serene lagoon or nestled along the pristine beach. Villas can be transformed into wellness sanctuaries, featuring an ambiance of aroma, light, and music therapy, a customizable pillow menu, Ayurvedic bathroom amenities, a healthy minibar, and a mindfulness kit. Guests also benefit from a consultation with the resort's Wellness Guru, daily yoga or personal training sessions, and a healthy cooking class.
A diverse array of dining choices await with 7 restaurants and bars spanning both Anantara Veli and the neighbouring sister island, Anantara Dhigu. At Cumin, relish South Asian dishes inspired by the Indian Ocean in a beachfront ambiance. Origami offers a taste of the East with modern Japanese cuisine, featuring gourmet handcrafted sushi, sashimi, and charcoal-grilled robatayaki skewers. Dhoni Bar provides a laidback poolside experience with iced coffees and smoothies, along with light tapas and Mediterranean delicacies. Baan Huraa Eat presents fine Thai cuisine in a teak house restaurant poised over the water. Fushi Café serves a sumptuous breakfast buffet and themed international dinner buffets. Sea.Fire.Salt. is the go-to place for expertly grilled meats, seafood, and Maldivian delicacies, with a deck suspended over the turquoise lagoon, or enjoy Italian specialties with endless ocean views at Aqua.
Holistic wellness awaits at Balance Wellness by Anantara, a dedicated sanctuary nestled within the lush inner island. Here, discover your inherent balance through natural treatments blending traditional ingredients with modern science. The Medi Spa offers the latest in aesthetic wellness, including oxygen treatments, vitamin drips, and silk, diamond, and gold facials.
For adventure enthusiasts, Anantara Veli presents an array of activities, including traditional Maldivian fishing, dolphin cruises, local island visits, diving, and snorkelling at the nearby reef accessible by a short boat ride. Experience the thrill of surfing at the adjacent surf break, offering waves ranging from playful rights to exhilarating barrels, the furthest break reachable within a thirty-minute boat ride from the resort. For something a little different, try your hand at cooking Maldivian dishes at the Spice Spoons cooking school.
Guests aged 18 and above are invited to experience the bliss of Anantara Veli, while visitors from sister islands, Anantara Dhigu and Naladhu, are welcome for evening dining. Anantara Veli promises a versatile island paradise where every moment is a cherished memory.
