Dhonveli
welcome to Dhonveli beach & spa peace & harmony . . .

 

 

Natural Advantages

Dhonveli is just 20 minutes by speedboat from the international airport and the capital island Male'.

It is also close to immensely popular game fishing areas, a lagoon ideal for water sports and a private house-reef abundant in rich marine life.

Dhonveli is blessed with a beautiful large sandy beach and tropical gardens of banana, papaya, wild fig and coconut palms.

Quick Access

The country's top seven surf points known as Pasta Point, Sultans, Honkeys, Prisons, Colas, Chickens and Ninjas are just minutes away. The Pasta Point is privately owned by the island and is just a couple of steps away from your room.

World famous dive spot “HP Reef” and several others like Paradise Rock, Aquarium, Manta Point are also located just minutes away by dhoni (a local Maldivian boat).

Two fishing villages are quite close by for an adventurous and educational tour.
 
 
 

 
Crystal clear waters and a snow white beach . . .  
A tropical pradise awaits you
Dhonveli in Maldivian means crystal white sand. This resort is a small island of its own, blessed with exotic tropical beauty and its unique, authentic Maldivian architecture blends seamlessly with the nature. And our warm and friendly staff will make your every wish come true. At Dhonveli your holiday affair is destined to be a life time arrangement like a marriage made in heaven.

Dhonveli is an outstanding resort having some of the finest rooms, with the widest range of types and amenities. All of the accommodations and facilities are designed, with the individual needs of varying international holidaymakers in mind. Yet Dhonveli is small, warm and personal.

Ideally located, it is just 20 minutes by speedboat from the airport, and its natural advantages include easy access to the most popular surfing and diving points in the Maldives.

Dhonveli also offers a very wide-ranging health and beauty spa facility, and recreational activities offered in the island are numerous. Two fishing villages are just 15 minutes away for exciting excursions.

Our unbelievable Residences, Villas, Suites and Cottages come in many types, and we can provide you one that is just right for you. Many of our rooms are luxuriously large and offer stunning outdoor garden bathrooms with plunge pools, Jacuzzis and even waterfalls. All our rooms include the luxury of satellite TVs, telephones and mini-bars.

The resort facilities include a coffee shop, fresh water swimming pools, sound-proof discotheque, karaoke, professional animations theatre, gymnasium, flood-lit tennis, badminton, mini-soccer, cyber café, water sports centre, child care centre and a lot more than you can imagine.

 

 

 


 


The recreation facilities at Dhonveli are sure to make your stay extremely enjoyable and pleasurable. You can indulge in a variety of fun-filled activities, be it indoors or outdoors.

. . . by the Sea



There are many exciting activities our water-sports centre can offer you. You can go on memorable snorkelling excursions because of our proximity to many good snorkelling points. If you are seeking more, there's big game fishing that can be truly exciting. Windsurfing and canoeing are great fun too. Not to mention sailing the seas on an adventures cruise.

. . . in the Land

Tickle your brains with a great game of chess or check your skills at caroms. Battle it out at table tennis or serve aces in our flood-lit tennis court. Or smash a few winners at the flood-lit badminton court. Be it working out at the gym or lapping in the freshwater swimming pool, you can be ensured of one thing. You are going to have the time of your life.

Excursions & Explorations

No holiday can be complete without experiencing first-hand the real culture of the touring nation. Dhonveli is ideally located for you to easily access two Maldivian fishing villages which can give you fascinating insights into true Maldivian culture. Check your daily activity programme at the resort for more details.

Visit the Neighbouring Villages
Island village of Himmafushi with 900 inhabitants.


Island village Hurraa with just 700 inhabitants.
 

 
Day or night fishing . . .  

Fishing is one of the most exciting activities

Maldivians enjoy a variety of different types of fishing. The most popular among these is night fishing. The dhoni (a traditional boat) leaves the island and anchors at a reef before the sunsets and darkness sets in. The lines are tethered with hooks and sinkers and dropped overboard from both sides of the dhoni. If the fishing is good it gives a lot of excitement to everyone. If not it gives you an excellent opportunity to relax under the night sky as the boat gently rocks with the waves. On your request the fish you catch can be prepared for your dinner. The types of fish caught may include barracuda, red snapper, grouper and trevally.

The Maldivian government has strict regulations to conserve the country's marine resources, and visitors should observe these carefully.
 
A very private affair

Island hopping or fishing?
A virgin island waiting for you...
 
Enjoy a day cruise or fihing in style
If it’s a once in a lifetime experience you are seeking for, we have 2 to 3 exclusive priavte tiny islands in the middle of the ocean. Just 1 to 2 hours away from Dhonveli with undoubtedly the best beach in the Maldives. Be there with your lover and enjoy ultimate privacy with no one in sight. The journey it self is exciting on board the luxury Dhonkamana, fully air-conditioned motor cruiser offering personal entertainment system, two rooms with attached toilets, and a friendly crew to take care of your needs.
And lying in wait at the shores is a luxury 27 meter yacht, which if you desire so, can take you on a romantic half day or an adventurous full day island hopping cruise. Some resort islands in the Male' Atoll can be an exciting visit to explore something new. You may also try your luck in fishing. Fishing has always been a way of life in the Maldives, as the Indian Ocean is extremely rich in fish. Infact the Maldives is simply among the world's best fishing grounds. All catches are either eaten or released. It is your choice. The fish you catch can also be prepared on board for your evening meal.

 



Visit the capital island Male' 

Small, quaint, and densely settled, Malé (pronounced 'Mar-lay') is not spectacular, but quite unique as a capital city. It's clean and tidy, with mosques, markets, a maze of small streets and a certain charm all its own.

Male’ is the commercial and political hub of the country. It is home to all government ministries and departments, all of the larger private companies, banks, communications and the key institutions and the key institutions that control the nation’s economic and social life. It is here that goods change hands, be it imports of merchandise ranging from building materials to food and clothing or goods for export such as dried or slated fish. Male’s inner harbour is crowded with dhonis and boats of different sizes that form the lifeline between the islands and the nation’s capital.


The island of Malé is about 2km (1.2mi) long and 1km (0.62mi) wide, and packed to the edges with buildings, roads and a few well-used open spaces. The size of the island has been more than doubled through land reclamation projects and nearby islands are used for the airport and other purposes.

Among the city's modest attractions is the National Museum, which houses untidy exhibits of the sultans' belongings and a smattering of Thor Heyerdahl's archaeological discoveries - many of the ancient stone carvings and figurines are featured in his book The Maldive Mystery. Near the museum is the pleasant Sultan Park, and the imposing white Islamic Centre & Grand Friday Mosque which dominates the city's skyline.

Not surprisingly one of the most exciting places to visit while in Male’ is the Fish Market. Located in Boduthakurufaanu Magu right across the waterfront the Fish Market is where all the fish that is landed in Male’ is bought and sold.

All of the main streets of Male’ are lined with shops offering a variety of goods. Among them are many souvenir shops selling some quality local handicrafts and an assortment of Maldivian and imported souvenirs. Also a variety of restaurants serve specialty Italian, Indian, Chinese, Thai and Sri Lankan dishes.