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.

Small but perfectly formed, only 200 metres wide and 500 metres in length, Komandoo is a 40 minute scenic seaplane transfer from the airport but you arrive in a different world.
A lagoon of crystal clear water surrounded by tropical vegetation and a kilometre of white sand beach, this is an adult only romantic hideaway. The house reef is accessible by simply stepping off the beach plus there are over 50 dive sites within a 10 to 40 minute radius.

LOCATION
Lhaviyani Atoll.

HOW TO GET THERE
Seaplane transfer (approximately 40 minutes) or a domestic flight to Madivaru Airport (approximately 35 minutes) followed by a speedboat transfer (approximately 15 minutes) into the resort.

ACCOMMODATION
All 65 Villas feature tropical décor, king size beds, wood floors and private porch with furniture and sitting area.

14 Beach Villas (Size: 55m2)
These Villas are spacious, individual wooden bungalows on the beach with a partially open-air bathroom and a beautiful view of the lagoon.

6 Jacuzzi Beach Villas (Size: 71m2)
Beach Villas with a private walled-in outdoor area featuring a bathroom, a jacuzzi for two and daybed on a wooden sundeck partially covered by a shade roof.

30 Premium Jacuzzi Beach Villas (Size: 71m2)
The Beach Villas with a private walled-in outdoor area featuring a bathroom, a Jacuzzi for two and daybed on a wooden sundeck partially covered by a shade roof. These rooms also offer a spectacular open view of the ocean.

7 Jacuzzi Water Villas (Size: 88m2)
Located over the water, in the lagoon. Just a short walk along the private jetty to this secluded hideaway, featuring an enclosed air conditioned bathroom with a jacuzzi for two, Bluetooth sound bars, complimentary espresso facilities, a daybed, a private wooden sundeck with chaise lounges, stairs leading into the ocean, and some magnificent views.

8 Ocean Jacuzzi Water Villas (Size: 88m2)
Ocean wonder and elegance combine in this over-water villa, enjoy direct access to the ocean or while away your day on your private terrace as you savor unlimited ocean views, featuring an enclosed air-conditioned bathroom with a Jacuzzi for two, Bluetooth sound bars, complimentary espresso facilities, a daybed, a private wooden sundeck with chaise lounges and stairs leading directly into the ocean.

ROOM FACILITIES

• Air conditioning
• Ceiling fan
• Stocked mini bar and wine refrigerator
• Complimentary tea/coffee facilities
• Nespresso machine
• IDD telephone
• Flat screen TV and IPTV
• Bluetooth soundbar
• Electronic safe
• Partially open-air bathroom with shower
• Bathroom amenities
• Hair dryer
• Nightly turndown service
• Beach towels

DINING

Meal plans

The resort operates on a Full Board basis with the option to upgrade to All Inclusive Plus 

All Inclusive Plus includes:

• Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Falhu Restaurant
• Afternoon tea at the Kandu Bar (15h00 – 18h00)
• One dinner at Aqua Restaurant, A la Carte Menu, for every 5-night stay (pre-booking required and subject to space availability
• 20% discount on food items at Aqua Restaurant, A la Carte Menu (not valid for special events)
• A 20% discount from selected spa treatments taken during the first two day of the guests stay. (not all treatments are entitled for this discount)
• Unlimited ‘all you can drink’ alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, by the glass only, as follows: Komandoo bottled water (1 litre) - non-carbonated, house brand, soft drinks, fruit juice – packet, draught beer, coffee, tea, iced coffee, iced tea, espresso, cappuccino, latté and macchiato, blended drinks, milkshakes and smoothies, house table wine - red, white and rosé,  house brand spirits - gin, vodka, rum, whisky, tequila and brandy, selection of cocktails and mocktails (house brand spirits), 50% discount on beverages not included above, served by the glass and excluding wines
• Mini bar: stocked with alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks as follows (replenished once daily): Komandoo bottled water (1 litre), non-carbonated, house brand, soft drinks, juice, canned beer, wine - red, white and rosé from the in-room wine fridge, Ccffee, tea, iced coffee and iced tea, coffee capsules (four per room per day) and assorted snacks 
• One ½ bottle of Champagne
• One Sunset cruise
• One half hour group lesson for snorkelling and windsurfing
• Free use of windsurfing boards and kayaks
• Free use of the fitness centre, football ground and table tennis (equipment included) 

The Falhu Restaurant
Featuring  buffet style meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, in the traditional open-air, sand floor, thatch roof dining room. 
Open for Breakfast (08h00 – 10h30), Lunch (13h00 – 14h30) and Dinner (19h30 – 21h30).

The Aqua Restaurant
The restaurant is located over the shimmering lagoon and features an a la carte international menu showcasing fresh fish, seafood and prime beef.
Open for Dinner.

The Kandu Bar
An al fresco deck overlooking the lagoon, serves your favourite beverage and snacks.

The Thundi Bar
Located at the Southern Beach, serving selected drinks and cocktails during sunset hours.

SPA
The Duniye Spa provides a tropical spa experience for women and men, focused on wholeness, simplicity, purity and quality. The therapist’s healing energy combined with Asian massage techniques and using only chemical-free, pure organic compounds, follows a natural, holistic, personalized approach to caring for each guest’s health, beauty and well-being.

Wi-Fi
Complimentary throughout the resort.

WATERSPORTS & ACTIVITIES (* some at a supplement)

• 1 Kilometre of beautiful white sand beach
• Magnificent lagoon
• Freshwater infinity pool
• Fitness Centre
• Snorkelling
• Beach volleyball
• Badminton
• Table tennis
• Beach football
• Darts
• Fishing Excursions including morning, afternoon and deep sea trips *
• ProDivers Scuba Centre *
• MSTS Watersports *
• Nightly entertainment
• Gift Shop
• Guided Excursions *
• Sunset Cruise *
• Island Hopping
• Luxury Sailing Cruise *
• Robinson Crusoe Island *
• Board games are available from the Kandu Bar: Chess, Checkers, Scrabble & more

All information in this Fact Sheet is applicable from November 2025 and is subject to change without prior notice.