This pristine island, characterised by a distinctive long sandbank, verdant foliage and powdery white beaches, is relatively small and intimate being only 600 metres long and 150 metres wide, and is a seamless 20 minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport.

After a massive 18 month refurbishment programme Veligandu Maldives Resort Island will re-open in November 2024 as a 5 star premium resort, joining the Crown & Champa Luxury Collection.

DINING

Veligandu offers a culinary journey where dining is an immersive experience.

Meal Plans

The resort operates on a Bed and Breakfast basis with the option to upgrade to Half Board, Full Board and All Inclusive Dine Around. Additionally there are optional beverage plans for Half Board and Full Board guests.

Half Board includes breakfast and dinner in the Dhonveli Restaurant with complimentary Veligandu bottled water

Full Board includes breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Dhonveli Restaurant with complimentary Veligandu bottled water.

All Inclusive Dine Around includes:

• Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (19:00-21:30) in Dhonveli Restaurant.
• Casual Snack Day Menu, including pizzas, burgers, nibbles, and ice-cream available from 10h00 – 22h30, served at the Thundi Bar.
• Dine Around Option of a 3-course lunch and a 3-course dinner in the Madivaru Restaurant, and dinner in Raalhu Restaurant. (Pre-bookings are required and subject to space availability).
• 20% Discount on all food items at Madivaru and Raalhu Restaurant (not valid for special events).
• ONE time floating breakfast during stay for stays 4 nights and above for guests in Pool Villas, 
• ONE TIME In Villa Breakfast dining for stays 4 nights and above for guests in non Pool Villas
• ONE time Beach Dinner during stay for stays 4 nights and above. (Pre-bookings are required and subject to space availability).
• Daily High Tea with Tea/Coffee and Snacks served at the Thundi Bar from 15h00 – 16h30.
• Unlimited "all you can drink” alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the Raalhu Bar from 10h00 - 23h00 and Thundi Bar from 08h00 – 01h00 including a variety of alcoholic cocktails  including signature cocktails, all non-alcoholic cocktails, smoothies, milkshakes, and freshly squeezed fruit juices, a selection of premium brands spirits and liqueurs, port and sherry,  an extensive wine selection of over 50 labels, combining red, white, rosé and sparkling wines, a selection of international draught beer, bottled beer and ciders, coffee, tea, iced coffee, iced tea, espresso, cappuccino, latte and macchiato - freshly brewed, soft drinks and  Veligandu bottled water (1 litre), mineral water and sparkling water
• Mini bar alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including house wine (750ml) - red, white, rosé and sparkling, bottled beer, bottled spirit selection, soft drinks, 1 litre mineral water and sparkling water, a selection of coffees (Nespresso machine) and teas plus assorted snacks
• The mini bar is refilled once per day per a regular schedule
• Full bottle of Champagne served in the Villa on arrival, per Villa, per length of stay.
• Explore a Local Island once, during stay, as per regular schedule.
• Free use of Fitness Centre, Tennis, Pickleball, Padel Tennis Courts, Table Tennis, Billiards, and Football grounds (equipment included).
• One introduction dive or orientation dive per stay (for Certified Divers and applicable for 7 nights stay and above).
• Free use of following water sports activities (equipment included for 1 hour daily – basic experience required) – windsurfing, stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), single/double kayak, two person paddle board and four person paddle board
• Free use of snorkelling equipment during the stay (snorkel fins, snorkel mask, snorkel and deluxe carrying bag).
• Free yoga group sessions, include Asanas and Yoga Nidra, regularly scheduled.
• One bag of laundry per stay.
• Spa treatments (eligible per person per stay) for adults (15 years and above) depending on the duration of the stay: for 7-10 nights stay guests will receive ONE 60 minute selected spa treatment and for over 11 nights stay guests will receive  TWO 60 minutes selected spa treatments.
•  25% Discount at Himeyn Spa, from selected treatments (excluding any promotional offers)

Beverage Plan

The Beverage Plan is applicable in all bars and restaurants except during special events, such as wine or cocktail pairing dinners, weddings, destination dining, beach barbecues, in room dining, or any other experiences.

The Beverage Plan includes an unlimited selection of cocktails, mocktails, beer, sparkling wine and white, red and rose wine, gin, vodka, whiskey and rum, soft drinks, fresh juices, milkshakes and smoothies, Veligandu still and sparkling water and a selection of teas and coffees

The Maldives is a destination of dazzling tropical beauty that offers the perfect recipe for relaxation and rejuvenation! A country of more than a thousand islands, endowed with a dreamlike beauty, the Maldives beckons with clear lagoons, moonlit nights, and powdery white beaches.

Maldives offers a variety of resorts catering to the taste of most travellers, with most operating at a very high-end luxury level. From adults only honeymoon style resorts with overwater villas, offering the ultimate in peace and privacy, to sprawling resorts that span multiple islands and offer kids clubs, padel and tennis courts, and even a golf course or two, you’ll find a Maldives resort that suits your needs. As alcohol and food can be expensive in resort and you won’t be venturing out to eat, we highly recommend booking an all inclusive package in this island holiday destination.

Picture yourself in a place where the sand is as white as snow and the water is a mesmerizing shade of turquoise. This is the Maldives. It’s a tropical paradise that seems straight out of a dream. And the hotels offer an unmatched level of luxury quite unlike any you’ll find in other island destinations. The people here simply know how to do hospitality. This is a place to truly relax, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the finer things in life. Maldives is barefoot luxury at its best.

The Maldives has a hot tropical climate and the temperature remains remarkably consistent at around 30°C year-round – that’s on the beach and in the water! The sea in the Maldives is warm all year round and the water temperature is an average of 29°C (yowzers!) The warm seas of the Maldives also have high visibility throughout the year; with water clear enough to see the passing fish as far as fifty metres away at times so you can enjoy your holiday, snorkelling, diving, deep-sea fishing, or cruising, at any time of year.

International flights arrive at Male's Hulhule airport, which is on an island of its own. Transfers from the airport to your resort island are either by boat, seaplane, or domestic flight, depending on the distance. If your Maldives resort requires a seaplane transfer, be aware that seaplanes only operate in daylight hours. The seaplane journey in itself is an experience, as you get stunning views of the atolls - make sure you get a window seat and that you get your camera out before boarding. The seaplane will usually land next to a floating platform, from which you will be picked up by boat to be taken the remaining few metres in shore to your resort.

The Maldives is 3 hours ahead of South Africa. The standard electricity socket is the UK-style three-pin, although there are some variations, so an international adaptor will be useful. The language of the Maldivians is Dhivehi and is very similar to several other languages from Sri Lanka, South East Asia and North India. English is also widely spoken in the Maldives.

If you’re taking a seaplane transfer, the luggage allowance is a little more restrictive than your commercial flight - you are allowed 20kg per person of baggage and one piece of hand luggage weighing no more than 5kg. Be sure to take along your best beach and casual wear, perfect for the day while a light rain jacket might come in handy in the event of the occasional rain shower and sunglasses and suntan lotion are a must. It’s also a good idea to take along a few movies on a tablet or something similar as the English TV channels in your hotel may be limited and your own goggles and snorkels – even though your resort will have this equipment available to hire, you’ll probably be happier having your own.