GILI LANKANFUSHI

Lankanfushi, North Male' Atoll

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Facilities

• Main infinity swimming pool
• Meera Spa, with overwater treatment rooms
• Fitness centre / gymnasium
• Yoga and meditation pavilion
• Tennis court with professional coaching
• PADI-certified dive centre
• Dive & Water Sports Centre
• Surf Shack
• Gili Veshi Marine Biology Centre
• House reef snorkelling
• Kayaking
• Stand-up paddleboarding
• Canoeing
• Catamaran sailing
• Windsurfing
• Wakeboarding
• Water skiing
• Tubing
• Private speedboat excursions
• Fishing and big-game fishing
• Dolphin cruises
• Sunset cruises
• Sandbank excursions
• Organic garden
• Underground wine cellar
• Library
• Boutique / gift shop
• Jewellery shop
• Multiple restaurants and bars
• Private dining facilities
• Bicycle facilities
• 24-hour Mr./Ms. Friday personalised host service
• Wi-Fi
• Laundry and valet services
• The resort's facilities are particularly centred around wellness, marine experiences, sustainability and water-based activities. Its Gili Veshi marine biology programme offers reef education, guided snorkelling and coral-restoration experiences, while the water-sports centre provides complimentary kayaks and paddleboards as well as motorised activities.
• The resort also has a main ocean-facing swimming pool, Meera Spa, fitness centre and tennis facilities, with daily sunrise yoga and private wellness sessions available.

Room Types

• Villa Suite: A spacious overwater retreat with direct lagoon access, a private ocean-facing deck and a relaxed barefoot-luxury atmosphere.
• Villa Suite with Pool: An elegant overwater villa featuring a private pool, spacious outdoor deck and direct access to the crystal-clear lagoon.
• Gili Lagoon Villa: A secluded overwater escape surrounded by the lagoon, offering generous living space, a private deck and uninterrupted ocean views.
• Two-Bedroom Villa with Pool: A spacious two-bedroom overwater retreat with a private pool, expansive deck and direct lagoon access, ideal for families or friends travelling together.
• Sunset Two-Bedroom Villa: A luxurious two-bedroom overwater residence designed for spectacular sunset views, with generous living spaces and a private ocean-facing setting.
• Residence: An expansive overwater retreat offering separate living and sleeping areas, a large private deck and direct access to the lagoon.
• Residence with Pool: A spacious private overwater residence combining elegant interiors, generous outdoor living space, a private pool and direct lagoon access.
• Gili Lagoon Residence: A secluded and spacious overwater residence set over the lagoon, offering enhanced privacy, expansive living areas and beautiful ocean views.
• Sunset Crusoe Residence: A secluded overwater residence positioned away from the main island, offering exceptional privacy, spectacular sunset views and a private boat for easy access to the resort.
• Island View Crusoe Residence: A private overwater hideaway set away from the main island, offering spacious living areas, direct lagoon access and an exclusive sense of seclusion.
• The Private Reserve: Gili Lankanfushi's ultimate private overwater residence, featuring multiple bedrooms, a private pool, cinema, spa, gym, water slide and dedicated personalised service.

Activities

• Gili Lankanfushi offers excellent house reef snorkelling directly from the resort, with clear turquoise waters and easy access to the surrounding coral ecosystem. Guests can explore vibrant reefs and encounter tropical reef fish, turtles, rays and other marine life, with guided snorkelling and marine-biologist-led experiences available through the resort's Gili Veshi Marine Biology Centre.
• Snorkelling Highlights:
• House reef snorkelling
• Direct access from the island
• Guided snorkelling excursions
• Marine biology experiences
• Coral restoration activities
• Turtle and tropical fish encounters
• Snorkelling excursions to nearby reefs
• Equipment available at the resort

Dining

• Gili Lankanfushi offers a diverse culinary experience combining international cuisine, Japanese fusion, Maldivian flavours, fresh seafood and private destination dining.
• Kashiveli: A relaxed beachside restaurant serving fresh international and Maldivian-inspired cuisine, with produce sourced from the resort's organic garden and local waters. Evening dining features rotating global culinary themes.
• By The Sea: An elegant Japanese-fusion restaurant offering sushi, sashimi, hand rolls and seasonal specialities, with an entertaining teppanyaki experience and an extensive sake selection.
• Overwater Bar: A spectacular venue above the lagoon serving light lunches, fresh seafood and sunset cocktails, transforming into the Lava Grill for dinner with premium meats and seafood.
• Fini Foni: A casual poolside spot offering handmade ice cream, refreshing drinks and light snacks.
• Underground Wine Cellar: An intimate underground cellar featuring an extensive wine collection, with expert-led wine, food and cheese pairing experiences.
• Private Dining: Bespoke experiences can be arranged in unique locations around the island, including private beach barbecues, dinners under the stars and romantic rooftop dining in the villa.
• In-Villa Dining: Guests can enjoy specially prepared meals in the privacy of their overwater villa, offering a relaxed alternative to the resort's restaurants.
• Organic Garden Dining: The resort's organic garden supplies fresh herbs, vegetables and other produce, with private garden tours and special tasting experiences available.

Spa & Wellness

• Meera Spa: An exceptional overwater wellness sanctuary overlooking the lagoon, offering holistic treatments inspired by ancient healing traditions from around the world. Its six treatment rooms feature spectacular ocean views, while therapies include Ayurveda, massages, Reiki, Tibetan singing bowls, crystal healing and organic seaweed treatments.
• Ayurvedic Wellness: Dedicated Ayurvedic treatments are offered in a secluded jungle Champa, combining traditional therapies and herb-based treatments designed to promote balance and relaxation.
• Yoga & Meditation: Guests can join complimentary daily sunrise yoga at the seaside Yoga Champa, while private yoga, meditation and breathing sessions are also available.
• Fitness Centre: A modern, glass-walled fitness centre overlooking the tropical surroundings and Indian Ocean, equipped for cardio and strength training.
• Sauna & Steam Room: Dedicated thermal facilities complement the spa treatments and provide a relaxing way to unwind after wellness sessions.
• Wellness Journeys: Gili offers personalised wellness programmes ranging from individual treatments to multi-day journeys, combining spa therapies, yoga, meditation, Ayurveda and other holistic experiences.
• Visiting Practitioners: The resort regularly welcomes specialist practitioners offering experiences such as Watsu, acupuncture, Reiki, crystal sound therapy and other specialised wellness treatments.

Family Features

• Family-Friendly Villas: Spacious Family Villas, Family Villas with Pool and Residences provide separate bedrooms or additional living and sleeping areas, making them well suited to families travelling together.
• Family Activities: Children can enjoy snorkelling, marine-life discovery, kayaking, surfing, cooking experiences, craft activities, cycling and family excursions, with activities tailored to different ages.
• Marine Experiences: The resort's marine biology team can introduce younger guests to the Maldivian reef ecosystem through guided snorkelling and educational marine-life experiences.
• Jungle Cinema: Families can enjoy open-air movie nights beneath the stars at the resort's Jungle Cinema.
• Private Family Experiences: Family beach picnics, private dinners, cooking classes and bespoke island activities can be arranged through the resort's personalised Mr./Ms. Friday service.
• Family Dining: Children can enjoy dedicated children's dining options, while the resort's current Gili Family Time offer includes complimentary accommodation, half-board dining and transfers for up to two children under 12, subject to the offer's conditions.
• Family-Friendly Service: Each villa benefits from a dedicated Mr./Ms. Friday, available 24 hours to assist with family arrangements, activities and special requests.
• Best for families: Gili Lankanfushi is particularly suitable for families seeking privacy, spacious accommodation and nature-based experiences, rather than a traditional resort centred around a large kids'

Honeymoon Features

• Private Overwater Villas: Spacious overwater villas with direct lagoon access, private decks and exceptional privacy create an intimate setting for couples.
• Romantic Dining: Couples can enjoy private dinners on a secluded beach, in the lagoon, beneath the stars or on their villa rooftop, with bespoke menus and champagne.
• Couples Spa: The Meera Spa offers dedicated couples' journeys, including the Gili Honeymoon Bliss treatment with aromatherapy massage, facial, scalp massage, aromatic bath and champagne.
• Sunset Dhoni Cruise: Couples can sail aboard a traditional Maldivian dhoni at sunset with champagne and canapés, creating a beautifully intimate Maldivian experience.
• Sleep Under the Stars: A private rooftop terrace can be transformed into a romantic open-air bedroom, allowing couples to sleep beneath the Maldivian night sky.
• Private Wine Experiences: Enjoy intimate wine tastings and gourmet dining in the resort's underground wine cellar, accompanied by expert sommeliers.
• Castaway Experiences: Private picnics, secluded island escapes, dolphin cruises and bespoke excursions offer couples memorable experiences away from the main resort.
• Personalised Mr./Ms. Friday Service: A dedicated personal host helps arrange romantic dinners, excursions, spa treatments and special celebrations throughout the stay.
• Honeymoon Packages: The current Gili Romance Story package includes villa accommodation, breakfast and dinner, a couples' massage, private in-villa yoga, a romantic flower bath, a sensory dining experience and sleeping under the stars.
• Award-Winning Honeymoon Resort: Gili Lankanfushi was named Best Honeymoon Resort at the 2026 UK Weddings & Honeymoons Awards, reinforcing its positioning as a specialist luxury honeymoon destination.

Kids Facilities

• ili Lankanfushi does not operate a traditional large-scale kids' club. Instead, it offers curated family and children's activities focused on nature, creativity, adventure and Maldivian culture.
• Kids' Activities: Creative workshops, games, cooking classes, craft sessions and seasonal children's programmes.
• Marine Discovery: Guided snorkelling and marine-life activities with the resort's marine biology team, including opportunities to learn about turtles, rays, coral and tropical fish.
• Jungle Cinema: Open-air movie experiences under the stars, suitable for family evenings.
• Water Activities: Family-friendly kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkelling and selected water-sports lessons.
• Surf Lessons: Children and beginners can enjoy supervised surfing experiences with professional instructors.
• Island Adventures: Treasure hunts, beach games, nature walks and exploration activities.
• Maldivian Culture: Children can experience traditional Bodu Beru drumming, Dhivehi language and local island culture through specially arranged activities.
• Kids' Dining: Children's menus and family-friendly dining options are available, with the current Gili Family Time package offering complimentary half-board dining for up to two children under 12.
• Family Villas: Family Villas and Family Villas with Pool provide dedicated family accommodation, including two bedrooms and additional space for children.
• Family Experiences: Beach picnics, family cooking classes, snorkelling, kayaking, movie nights and bespoke activities can be arranged through the resort's personalised service.
• Best suited for: Families looking for luxury, privacy and meaningful nature-based experiences, rather than a conventional resort with a full-time supervised children's club.

Diving

• PADI-Certified Dive Centre: Gili Lankanfushi's Ocean Paradise Dive Centre offers professional diving for beginners through to experienced divers, with multilingual instructors, modern equipment and guided day and night dives.
• North Malé Atoll Dive Sites: The resort has access to renowned sites including HP Reef, Banana Reef, Rainbow Reef, Okobe Thila, Maagiri, Nassimo Thila and Lankan Finolhu Manta Point, offering opportunities to encounter colourful reef fish, turtles, sharks, rays and manta rays.
• House Reef: The resort's house reef features a 15-metre drop-off and can be explored with guided or self-guided dives. Marine life includes colourful reef fish, turtles, rays and small sharks.
• Leisure Dives: Certified divers can join daily boat dives, with scheduled departures at 08:00, 10:00 and 14:00. Nitrox 32% is available for qualified Nitrox divers.
• Beginner Diving: Guests without previous certification can experience PADI Discover Scuba Diving, with introductory training before progressing to a supervised reef dive.
• PADI Courses: The centre offers Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver and Enriched Air/Nitrox courses. Children from 8 years old can participate in the PADI Bubble Maker programme under professional supervision.
• Marine Conservation: Diving is complemented by Gili Lankanfushi's marine biology and coral restoration programmes, allowing guests to learn about reef conservation while exploring the underwater environment.
• Best For: Experienced divers • Beginners • Manta ray encounters • Drift diving • Night diving • Marine-life enthusiasts • Underwater photography.

Surfing

• Surfing at Gili Lankanfushi: Located in the heart of the North Malé Atoll, Gili Lankanfushi offers excellent access to some of the Maldives' most renowned surf breaks. The resort partners with Tropicsurf to provide personalised surf lessons and guided surf trips for beginners, intermediate surfers and experienced wave riders.
• Nearby Surf Breaks: Several quality breaks are only around five minutes by boat, with many more reachable within approximately 20 minutes. Popular waves in the area include Jails, Honkys, Sultans, Chickens and Cokes, offering a range of conditions from mellow beginner waves to powerful reef breaks.
• Surfing for Beginners: Beginners can start with a one-hour lagoon lesson in the calm waters around Gili Lankanfushi before progressing to open-ocean waves.
• Intermediate & Advanced Surfing: Experienced surfers can join bespoke boat trips with Tropicsurf instructors, with the destination selected according to the day's swell, wind, tide and ability level.
• Surf Season: The main North Malé Atoll surf season generally runs from April to October, when consistent Indian Ocean swells create the best conditions, although surfing is possible throughout the year depending on weather and ocean conditions.
• Surf Equipment & Coaching: The resort's Tropicsurf Hub provides professional guidance and surf equipment, while instructors tailor sessions to each guest's experience and objectives.
• Family Surfing: Special programmes are available for younger surfers, including beginner-focused lessons designed around fun and learning. The resort also offers lagoon-based instruction suitable for all ages.
• Surf & Spa: After a day in the water, surfers can unwind at Meera Spa, including treatments designed to help relax tired muscles after surfing.
• Best For: Beginner surfers • Intermediate surfers • Experienced surfers • Couples • Surf holidays • Families • Private surf coaching • Luxury surf trips.