Drift Thelu Veliga - The Tiny Paradise
About 90 kilometres southwest of Maldives capital lies a tiny patch of sand with few trees and bushes. This secret paradise has only 30 villas of which 10 are on the beach and other 20 over water. The land area is mere 10,000 square metres and can be easily accessible by a 35 minutes seaplane journey from Male' or a 35 minute domestic transfer from Male' International Airport to Maamigili doestic airport followed by another 30 minute speedboat ride.
Opened on 24th December 2015, all villas of Dift Thelu Veliga come with palm thatched roof and drift-wood style furniture complimented with beautifully printed fabrics. Water Villas offer a semi-outdoor shower, bath tub and direct access to sun deck. A matching range of in-room amenities include tea and coffee making facilities, mini bar, hair dryer and a selection of natural beauty products in the bathroom. This is a re-creation of traditional Maldivian environment for modern day luxury tourists who seek peace and nature side by side.
There is an open air restaurant that can serve upto 64 guests at the same time. Locally inspired dishes are made with freshest ingredients that come from many different countries of the world. Beachfront bar and lounge is a good place to cool down in the after and enjoy lagoon view. If you want to pick and choose your favourite foods the dining menu is served all day. Spa is located over the water and uses both natural and organic products. Full-fledged dive centre on the island is the place for beginners to do certification as well experienced divers. The house reef is just 150 metres from the shoreline. No matter how small the island is, it comes with full facilities and services, no compromise or corner cutting.
Dive spots near Dift Thelu Veliga
• Theluveligau Giri - 10 Minutes• Miaru Thila - 25 Minutes
• Lilly Beach Thila - 25 Minutes
• Vilamendhoo Thila - 30 Minutes
• Kuda Thila - 30 Minutes
• Noogiri - 30 Minutes
• Dhangethi Thila - 40 Minutes
• Orimasfaru Thila - 40 Minutes
• Ranveli Rock - 40 Minutes
• Dhangethi Beyru - 50 minutes
• Hudhuthila - 50 Minutes
• Broken Rock - 1 Hour & 15 minutes
• Macchafushi Rock - 1 Hour & 20 Minutes
Excursions
• Sunset Fishing• Sunrise Breakfast Cruise
• Dhoni Snorkelling Trip
• Snorkelling & Picnic on Desert Island
• Local Village Discovery
Additional Services & Amenities
• In-Villa dining available from 8 am to 10 pm• Babysitting services arranged on request
• Wi Fi available in common areas
• Laundry service
• Wedding & blessing ceremonies
Weekly Activities
• Maldivian Night• Seafood BBQ on the Beach
• Cinema under the Stars
The Smaller Things
• Voltage will be 220V, 50Hz• European 3 pin plugs used
• Credit cards: MasterCard, Visa, Amex
• Currency: Maldivian Rufiyaa, US Dollars
Download Drift Thelu Veliga Fact Sheet in PDF format for additional information.
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