Gangehi Island Resort & Spa

4-star beachfront resort with overwater villas and private reef access in the Maldives

Accommodations

Gangehi Island Resort places guests in overwater villas, beach villas, or rooms set within tropical gardens. Each overwater villa includes a large veranda for sunbathing and direct access to the sea. A private patio in every room opens onto the island's white-sand beaches.

Dining

Veli Restaurant serves buffet meals with Italian, Asian, and vegetarian dishes, plus weekly Maldivian-themed dinners. The Kandu Bar offers cocktails and wines with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Breakfast follows a sweet European style, and lunch and dinner menus feature locally caught fish prepared in multiple forms.

Activities & Diving

The certified diving center provides PADI instruction in multiple languages, with equipment setup and fin fitting included for every dive. Free guided snorkeling tours reveal vibrant coral reefs with reef sharks, rays, and sea turtles. Guests also use canoes, join fishing trips, attend open-air yoga sessions, and play beach volleyball.

Wellness

Ginger Spa offers Ayurvedic and traditional massages, plus full-body, foot, and head treatments using natural ingredients. The spa facilities include sun loungers and umbrellas for relaxation after treatments. A well-equipped gym and a library with books and DVDs complement the wellness offerings.

Location

Gangehi Island Resort sits on the outskirts of North Ari Atoll, a 25-minute seaplane ride from Male International Airport. The island is a 15-minute boat ride from Gangehi Kandu, a noted diving spot with strong currents and large pelagic fish. The resort's long sand bank and private beach area provide direct access to the surrounding coral reef.

• Accommodations: Overwater villas, beach villas, and garden rooms
• Diving: PADI-certified center with multilingual instructors
• Wellness: Ginger Spa with Ayurvedic and traditional massages
• Dining: Veli Restaurant with Italian, Asian, and vegetarian buffets
• Activities: Free guided snorkeling, canoeing, fishing, yoga
• Location: 25-minute seaplane from Male, near Gangehi Kandu