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.

Set in the Rasdhoo Atoll, on one of 5 islands located in this tiny archipelago, Kuramathi offers a true Maldivian holiday experience, with unique twists to suit everyone. Relax, get comfortable and enjoy the sun, sand, surf, mouth-watering food, a range of villas to suit all budgets, diverse facilities and, of course the Maldivian welcoming and friendly service.

LOCATION
Rasdhoo Atoll

HOW TO GET THERE
Seaplane transfer (approximately 20 minutes)

ACCOMMODATION

12 Garden Villas (Size 45m2)
Built in blocks of four, the Garden Villas are simple yet stylish and feature a semi open-air bathroom with rainfall shower. Close to the beach and the pristine blue waters, they provide for the most affordable Kuramathi experience.

71 Beach Villas (Size 70m2)
The individual Beach Villas are tucked within the abundant vegetation, yet only a few steps away from the beach. Facing the lagoon side of the island, they feature king size four poster beds, wooden decks at the front with daybed and sun loungers, semi open-air bathrooms and outdoor rainfall showers.

33 Beach Bungalows (Size 70m2)
Set amongst the natural gardens of the island, the wooden Beach Bungalow features a king size four poster bed and an inviting daybed, whilst the outside deck has a daybed and sun loungers for two. The bathroom is large and open air and includes a tempting hot tub.

35 Superior Beach Villas (Size 90m2)
These round villas are contemporary in design and include a wooden deck featuring an alluring built in outdoor daybed and sun loungers. The bedroom is spacious and minimalist, displaying a modern king size low bed as the centre piece. The open-air bathroom leads to an outdoor whirlpool (hot tub). The added luxury of an espresso machine with complimentary refill is included from this villa category upwards.

31 Deluxe Beach Villas (Size 95m2)
Facing the turquoise lagoon these villas feature oversized wooden decks with sun loungers, sun umbrella and daybed. The bedroom features a king size four poster bed and a built-in sunlit daybed. The bathroom has a bath/shower, twin vanities and a large outdoor area with a rainfall shower, outdoor daybed and an inviting whirlpool (hot tub) on an elevated deck.

35 Two Bedroom Beach Houses (Size 205m2)
Ideal for families or friends travelling together, the Two Bedroom Beach Houses have two storeys each featuring separate living spaces, with individual entrances. Both come with expansive bedrooms with king size beds, daybeds and wooden sundeck or balcony. Spacious and airy bathrooms are complete with bath, shower, vanity and outdoor rain shower. These duplex villas are located at the top end of the island facing either the lagoon or reef, each accommodating 6 adults or 4 adults and 2 children.

50 Water Villas (Size 90m2)
These magnificent villas are built on stilts, close to the house reef with its colourful myriad of marine life. The villa features an airy bedroom with king size bed and a spacious bathroom with twin vanities and rainfall shower. The villas also include an oversized two-tiered sundeck with a whirlpool (hot tub), sun loungers and sun umbrella.

30 Deluxe Water Villas (Size 115m2)
Set in the middle of the vast turquoise lagoon, the Deluxe Water Villas feature a king size bed and a daybed. The spacious bathroom offers a freestanding bath and opens onto an expansive deck with steps down to the azure waters. In addition to the wide range of in-villa amenities, all villas from this category upwards also feature a wider minibar complete with a separate wine chiller featuring over 30 bottles from around the globe.

33 Water Villas with Pool (Size 142m2)
The Water Villas with Pool are located either in the crystal clear lagoon or facing the house reed, all featuring modern interiors similar to the Deluxe Water Villas. These villas also include a private pool (18m2) overlooking the ocean.

12 Pool Villas (Size 165m2)
Set right at the edge of the beach, entry to the Pool Villas is through a private courtyard. The bedroom boasts views out to the infinity pool (18 m2) and the villa is furnished with a walk-in wardrobe and an indoor bathroom complete with a free standing bath, twin vanity and a separate outdoor rainfall shower.

Full Board includes:

• Daily buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner at allocated main restaurant – restaurants are located dependent on the villa type booked
• 20% discount at selected a la carte restaurants during dinner service when reservations are made 24 hours in advance
• Kuramathi water in restaurants, bars and villas