Veligandu

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Holidays in Veligandu Island Resort are based in the Rasdhoo Atoll just 32 miles from Male airport and a spectacular 15 minute flight which carries you over some of the beautiful Maldivian islands and reefs Veligandu appeals to those looking for tranquillity and comfort the classis relaxed Maldives desert island experience with the appealing tropical island atmosphere In common with all holidays in the Maldives the sand here is strikingly pure and white Veligandu is circled by wonderful white beaches a special feature of Veligandu is the stunning 80 metre sandbank

Accommodation

The various levels of accommodation include beach bungalows deluxe beach bungalows water villas and deluxe water villas

Beach Bungalows

The Beach Bungalows are located no more than a few metres away from the beach The individual bungalows are tastefully designed and furnished All Beach Bungalows offer an excellent view of the lagoon and the ocean beyond Even inside the glass doors afford an excellent view of the sea The floor of the veranda outside the room is of fine white sand and comfortable white deck chairs afford a place to lie back and watch the ocean The floors are tiled and the tropical prints and colours of the drapery accent the white ceilings and walls A choice of lighting enables you to choose how bright or soft you want the ambience to be The rooms are furnished with bed closet dressing table and mirror personal safe CD player and a writing table and chair All beach bungalows have a third bed but here you may choose a twin room or a double room when you make your reservation The bathrooms are spacious and are partially open air with shower WC and washbasin

Deluxe Beach Bungalows

The deluxe Beach Bungalows offer spacious accommodation Accessible from the land but the semi-circular sundeck to the front juts out onto the shallow lagoon These sundecks are furnished with comfortable sun loungers and offer total privacy - no one to overlook you - while you sunbathe or spend an afternoon reading The view is of a clear peaceful turquoise lagoon that gives way to the dark blue ocean that merges with the sky at the horizon Step from the sundeck into the clear blue waters of the lagoon The scene is of perfect tranquillity

The room is conveniently furnished with comfortable rattan chairs and a glass top coffee table All rooms have double beds and a third bed The rattan furniture is elegant and comfortable and includes a wardrobe a writing desk and dressing table with mirror A well-stocked mini bar Tea Coffee making facilities adds to your convenience The fully fitted bathroom is partly open air in true Maldivian tradition with bathtub shower and washbasin

Water Villas

Walk under the continuous arch formed by the trees on either side of the main walkway right to the northern end of the island A long wooden jetty leads you to these exclusive rooms secluded from the rest of the island Each room an individual bungalow is as beautiful inside as they are from the outside Step inside the bungalow from the jetty into the living area furnished with closet a set of drawers for your belongings coffee making facilities and a mini safe

Step into the lavishly furnished bedroom with pine interiors furnished with a comfortable queen sized bed with glass-topped round bedside tables writing table with chair and a seating area with comfortable cushioned seating and glass-topped coffee table The tiffany style lampshades add to the ambience inside

Full glass doors open out to a private terrace furnished with cushioned sun loungers and a wooden table with chairs Steps from the terrace lead down on to a private sundeck Feel like a swim Step down into the lagoon from the sundeck

The fully fitted spacious en suite bathroom is equipped with WC bidet bathtub a separate shower and hair dryer Shutters on the full glass window next to the bathtub opens out to a magnificent view of the sea

Deluxe Water Villas

The Deluxe Water Villas are even more spacious and feature a magnificent partially open-air bathroom Each Bungalow is set apart individually and with wooden screens to provide privacy Naturally all the features and amenities found in the Water Villas are also provided

Dining

The Dhonveli Restaurant

The Dhonveli restaurant is spacious open on all sides with bamboo shutters that can be pulled down in the event of the odd squall Under the palm thatch the floor is covered with fine white sand so you can dig your feet in as you enjoy your meals The food here is excellent and rated very highly by guests

A choice of German English and local breakfast is offered at the full buffet breakfast and a late breakfast is available from 9 30 to 11 00 am at the coffee shop Lunch is always served buffet style and dinner is served either buffet style or a la carte with a wide choice of entrees soups and desserts and a choice of main courses These include continental and Asian dishes The Maldivian buffet seafood and pasta buffet Mongolian and western barbecues provide a rich variety to the dinner programme The Maldivian buffet gives you a unique opportunity to sample the local delights in an environment enhanced by the local costumes worn by the waiters and followed by the evening entertainment when you get to sample the local music and dance The seafood and pasta night features handmade genuine Italian style pasta

Once a week dinner buffet is held outside on the wooden deck right outside the restaurant overlooking the lagoon Each outside dinner is a special event in a romantic atmosphere under the stars and the coconut palms providing many moments for the memories

Vegetarian meals are provided on request You will just need to inform the reception upon arrival at the resort

A spacious bar with a high thatched roof and comfortable seating can offer you a wide range of refreshing drinks You can enjoy your selection either inside the bar with your feet in the sand or outside on the spacious wooden deck on the beach Coconut palms sway gently to the rhythm of the soft breeze as you sip your favourite cocktail

If you feel like it you may enjoy a small afternoon snack here Snacks including sandwiches cakes and pizzas are available through out the day The coffee shop snacks service is available only in the afternoons Choose one of the many varieties of ice creams offered here to quench your thirst after a swim

The atmosphere is relaxed and casual both in the main restaurant and the bar

Activities

A games area next to the bar offers a variety of board games and a television so you can switch on your favourite satellite channel A grand swing on which two can sit comfortably hangs outside just next to the bar Beyond the end of the bar is the massive sandbank from which the resorts name is derived If you are feeling romantic you may walk out on to the sandbank and sip your drinks under the stars

The Veligandu water sports centre on the island offers windsurfing and catamaran sailing Canoe and Hydro Biking As courses under the supervision of experienced instructors are not available windsurfing or catamaran sailing is for experienced surfers and sailors only Check out your skill and test the wind and the waters on the excellent equipment on offer

Beach volleyball and badminton are some of the options available for an afternoon of fun and enjoyment Often mixed teams of guests and staff join in and provide an exciting afternoon for the players as well as the onlookers Or enjoy a more relaxing game of table tennis any time you feel like it

Activities available include Table tennis outdoor badminton court dart board volleyball court mini football ground Catamaran sailing Windsurfing Canoeing snorkelling excursion Island hopping Game Fishing Night fishing and a spa

In addition to the service and facilities explained in detail a variety of other facilities and services at Veligandu Island Resort ensure that your holiday is both enjoyable and comfortable

Veligandu is a tropical paradise where you can enjoy the utmost comfort and tranquillity There are only a few places even in the Maldives that can compare to this island s natural beauty Surrounded by beautiful which sandy beaches merging into a huge sandbank of 80 meters Veligandu is the perfect place for a relaxing holiday

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