How do I get from the airport to Niyama Private Islands?

Niyama Private Islands is located in Dhaalu Atoll, approximately 50 minutes by seaplane from Velana International Airport with Manta Air. The seaplane journey itself is part of the experience — flying over endless lagoons and atolls is breathtaking. Check-in is completed at the seaplane transfer lounge rather than on the island — guests never step foot in a traditional reception desk. On exiting the seaplane, guests are greeted as if family — by name, with luggage handled immediately. Each guest is assigned a Thakuru (personal butler) who takes over from the first moment. specifically notes that the lounge before the seaplane is separate from the main airport — if exploring Male before a late flight, arrangements need to be made to return to the correct lounge. Tip: Confirm the seaplane lounge location at Velana International Airport before arrival — it is separate from the main airport terminal, and specifically notes this as important for those who plan to explore Male before the seaplane. The Manta Air lounge and the TMA lounge are in different buildings.

What are the two islands — Play and Chill — and what does each offer?

Niyama is built across two islands, Embudhufushi (Play) and Olhuveli (Chill), connected by a boardwalk. Play: more family-friendly and active, with the surf break, most restaurants and water sports facilities, the beach villas and a lively atmosphere. Chill: quieter and more romantic, with all the overwater villas, the spa, gym, and a more peaceful setting. who stayed on Chill describes the beach villa as deeply secluded despite being centrally located — privacy reigns even in well-placed villas. Seaplanes land close to the villas on the Chill side (rooms 2-48 side) and can be loud approximately every 1-3 hours, but stop after 15:00. The best snorkelling in the resort is reported by around rooms 26-27. The powdery pristine sand and clearest calm water is on the rooms 2-48 side. The Villa 4 nearby beach has shells rather than smooth sand, and slightly more current. Tip: If staying on Chill island, request a villa in the rooms 26-27 area for the most vibrant reef life and avoid the Villa 4 side for the smoothest sand and calmest water — these practical distinctions within the island are specifically identified by who walked both islands extensively and mapped the differences.

What is the house reef situation and what do guests say about snorkelling?

Niyama does not have a traditional walk-in house reef — this is the most important practical point for snorkellers to note. The coral is being actively restored through a nursery programme, but the reef lies a short way from the island. The Blue Hole snorkelling experience is incredible. on their fourth visit praises snorkelling over the Blue Hole as incredible. A coral nursery where guests can attach coral to frames and place them in the sea is available. The surrounding Dhaalu Atoll dive sites (Lhohi Caves, Maale Faru, Hulhu Kandu) are accessible for divers.

Which villas do guests recommend and what are the villa-specific tips?

134 villas across multiple categories. Beach Pool Villas (Chill island): described as absolutely dreamy with king bed facing the ocean, free ice cream in the fridge, complimentary popcorn and a popcorn machine, outdoor bathroom as large as the villa itself, private pool and direct beach access. urges guests debating between water and beach villas to consider beach for the enormous bathrooms and soft sandy beach. Water Studio Villas (Chill island): all glass and reclaimed wood, double bed centred for lagoon views, circular bathtub, outdoor rain shower with reef shark sighted below, private infinity pool and Jacuzzi, direct lagoon access stairs. Family one-bedroom and two-bedroom beach pavilions: recommended for families with capacity for extra beds. Water villas are not recommended for small children. The villa minibar includes complimentary popcorn, nuts, chips and ice cream — confirmed by multiple guests. Villa 4 area has shelly sand; rooms 2-48 side has powder sand. Rooms 26-27 have the most vibrant reef. Tip: Book the Beach Pool Villa if you have not decided between water and beach — the bathroom alone (described as the size of the villa, completely outdoors) is a specific and repeatedly praised feature that surprises even those who expected to prefer the water villa. The complimentary popcorn machine and ice cream fridge are small touches mention with warmth.

What are the dining options and what do guests say about the food?

Nine restaurants and bars between the two islands, plus a cafe, a deli, a bar and food trucks. Epicure is the main all-day restaurant with a vast breakfast spread including papaya, rose apple, dragon fruit, a waffle station, a superfood station and traditional Maldivian dishes. Tribal is the world's only Afro-Latin restaurant — deep in the jungle, run by a female chef, serving South American, Asian and African dishes. Edge is the signature fine dining restaurant 500 metres offshore, accessible by boat — described as romantic, with the last order at 22:30. Subsix is the underwater lounge 6 metres below the sea — famous for its Glow Parties with glow-in-the-dark markers and dancing underwater. Nest is a treetop restaurant. Dune is the poolside bar. The Deli serves in-room gourmet options. Minibar includes complimentary snacks. Dine Around system gives credits at different restaurants. The food is superb and varied across accounts. Children under 12 eat free at all restaurants on the kids menu. Tip: Book Tribal and The Edge at least 2 days in advance — both are limited-capacity specialty restaurants that are praised and fill early. Tribal (world-only Afro-Latin restaurant) is the most distinctive culinary identity at the resort and Edge (offshore fine dining) produces the most atmospheric dinner. Both require advance reservation regardless of meal plan type.

What activities are available and what do guests most enjoy?

Surfing: Niyama has its own surf break off Play island, described as one of the best waves accessible from a Maldives resort, available year-round (biggest swells April to October). Imran can give lessons. Watersports: kitesurfing, funboarding, kayaking, jet skiing, flyboarding, wakeboarding, stand-up paddleboarding — one of the most comprehensive motorised and non-motorised water sport ranges at any Maldives resort. Diving: multiple Dhaalu Atoll sites. Kids Club: one of the largest in the Maldives with splash park and climbing wall — children under 12 eat free at all restaurants on the kids menu. Drift Spa: six treatment rooms, bespoke treatments, Codage and Intraceuticals products, 24-hour LIME spa (the first 24-hour spa in the Maldives). Dolphin cruises. Coral nursery. Outdoor cinema. Glow Parties at Subsix. Tennis. Yoga. Sandbank excursions. Engagement proposals arranged. Tip: If surfing is a goal, Niyama is the clearest choice in the Maldives — the surf break off Play island is year-round and accessible directly from the resort without a boat. This is genuinely unique in the Maldives. Book surf lessons with the resident instructor on arrival day to assess conditions and plan the surf schedule for the stay.

What is the Subsix underwater restaurant and Glow Party?

Subsix is Niyama's iconic underwater lounge and restaurant, submerged 6 metres below the sea. For lunch it serves food in the underwater setting with marine life visible through the panoramic windows. At night it transforms into the world's only underwater nightclub — with DJ sets, glow-in-the-dark face paint and guests dancing underwater with marine life outside. getting glow-in-the-dark markers and dancing the night away as so fun. The Glow Party is a specific event that does not run every night — timing should be confirmed with the Thakuru on arrival. Tip: Ask the Thakuru on arrival for the Glow Party and Subsix event schedule for the stay — these do not run every night and knowing the dates allows the stay programme to be planned around them rather than discovering a missed Glow Party after departure.

What is the child policy and family offering?

Children are welcome. Children under 12 eat free at all restaurants on the kids menu — described as making Niyama a clear favourite for families. One of the largest kids clubs in the Maldives with splash park and climbing wall is available. Beach pavilions and two-bedroom pavilions are recommended for families — they have capacity for extra beds. Overwater villas are not recommended for small children. The Play island is more family-friendly and lively. A baby club operates — described as one of the only baby clubs in the Maldives. The complimentary popcorn machine and ice cream in the minibar delight children. Dolphin safaris and other family excursions are offered. Tip: Book beach pavilions for families with young children rather than overwater villas — overwater accommodation is specifically not recommended for small children. The beach pavilion layout with capacity for extra beds and direct sand access is the most practical family configuration, and the Play island beach pavilion location places families near the kids club and water sports.

Is the resort suitable for honeymooners?

Yes. Multiple honeymoon accounts describe Niyama as incredible. The Chill island overwater villas with infinity pools above the lagoon and the Beach Pool Villas with the outdoor bathrooms the size of the villa are the most praised honeymoon accommodations. Private sandbank dinners, the Edge offshore restaurant, the Glow Party at Subsix, the coral nursery activity and dolphin cruises are the most cited honeymoon additions. got engaged at Niyama sandbank and took home shells as a memento — cleared by security. The Thakuru butler arranges everything via WhatsApp from the first moment. The evening resident duo and DJ at Fahrenheit are the entertainment options — described as casual and far from a party vibe, which honeymooners appreciate. Tip: Notify the resort of the honeymoon before arrival through the Thakuru contact provided at booking — the team arranges villa decoration, arrival champagne and the specific experiences couples request before the seaplane lands. The sandbank proposal service is also available for couples planning an engagement during the stay.

What are the main pros of staying at Niyama Private Islands?

Twin island concept (Play and Chill): the only Maldives resort with a genuine personality split between active adventure and quiet relaxation on two connected islands. Year-round surf break: the only resort-accessible year-round surf break in the Maldives. Subsix underwater lounge: the world-only underwater nightclub and one of the most distinctive dining-and-entertainment concepts in the Maldives. Imran the Coconut Man: the most specifically and repeatedly praised individual at any Maldives resort — a genuinely irreplaceable character whose warmth appears across multiple years and visits. Children under 12 eat free: a meaningful family dining inclusion. One of the largest kids clubs in the Maldives with splash park and climbing wall. Complimentary minibar with ice cream, popcorn, nuts and chips: a specific and warmly noted daily treat. Comp daily boat snorkel to outer reef since January 2026: addresses the house reef limitation directly. Tip: The lack of a walk-in house reef is the most important practical limitation to understand before booking — those who specifically want to snorkel from their villa steps directly onto a vibrant reef every morning should choose a different resort. those who want the surf break, Subsix, Imran, the twin island variety and the dining depth will find no comparison elsewhere.

What is the best time of year to visit?

Dhaalu Atoll follows the standard Maldives seasonal pattern. The dry northeast monsoon from November to April provides the most reliable sunshine, calmest seas and best diving visibility. The wet season from May to October brings occasional rain and stronger winds but also the biggest surf swells for the Play island break — typically rolling in from April to October, making this the prime surf season. The coral nursery and daily reef snorkel boat trip operate year-round. The sandbank is accessible year-round for sunset excursions and proposals. Tip: Visit April to October for the strongest surf at the Play island break — the biggest swells coincide with the wet season and surfers should time their visit to this window. Non-surfers who want the best diving visibility and calmest lagoon should choose November to April.

How does Niyama compare to other Dhaalu Atoll resorts?

Dhaalu Atoll has a small number of resorts including Kandima (3 km island, go-kart, 10 restaurants, family lifestyle resort). Niyama (134 villas, twin island Play and Chill, Subsix, surf break, coral nursery, personal Thakuru butler) is distinguished by the surf break, the underwater nightclub, the twin island concept and the Imran the Coconut Man community character. Compared to Kandima: Niyama is more boutique and luxurious with children under 12 dining free and the Subsix unique experience. Kandima has the go-kart circuit and more restaurants. Both are in Dhaalu Atoll and both lack a walk-in house reef. Tip: If choosing between Niyama and Kandima: Niyama is the better choice for surfers, families wanting children under 12 to dine free, and those who want the Subsix underground nightclub and boutique twin-island character. Kandima is better for the go-kart circuit, a larger dining variety and a more social lifestyle resort identity.

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Frühstück: Daily buffet breakfast at Epicure All-Day Dining Restaurant (Play Island; extensive buffet with live cooking stations, fresh seafood, gourmet themes; eggs any way, custom pasta, pizza, ice cream boutique) or BLU Restaurant (Chill Island; all-day dining with lavish breakfast buffets and extensive à la carte selections; themed buffet evenings). Guests may choose between Epicure or BLU for breakfast. Lunch and dinner not included on Bed & Breakfast and charged on consumption at any of the resort's dining venues. No snacks or high tea included on Bed & Breakfast. Sandwiches, smoothies, antipasti, and homemade cakes available at The Deli (daytime snack café; charged on consumption). Food Truck at Surf Shack charged on consumption. All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption at all outlets. All non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption. All villas include a Deli-In concept with a full-size fridge stocked with gourmet treats (cold meats, smoked salmon, cheeses, ice cream, chocolate); the Deli-In is replenished daily by the Thakuru butler and is complimentary for all guests on all plans. All villas also include a Nespresso machine with complimentary coffee and tea, and a popcorn machine with complimentary daily popcorn and homemade ice cream replenishment. No excursions included on Bed & Breakfast. All excursions — dolphin and turtle safaris, marine biologist guided snorkelling trips, diving, submersible, castaway sandbank dinners, sleeping under the stars — charged on consumption. Complimentary snorkelling equipment for all guests. Access to the Coralarium (art installation and coral regeneration project). Dive and watersports centre on-site; PADI courses, guided dives, surfing at Vodi surf break (Play Island), water skiing, wakeboarding, catamarans, kite-surfing, glass-bottomed kayaks all charged on consumption. Kayaking (non-motorised, access to equipment) available at extra cost. All villas include personalised bicycles (adult and child). Complimentary access to game centre (excluding private indoor cinema). 24-hour fitness facility (Pump) with yoga sessions (twice weekly), access to steam room and sauna at Drift by Niyama Spa, tennis court. Explorer Kids Club (ages 3–12) complimentary for children aged 3–11; surcharge for ages 1–3. Shared Thakuru (personalised butler) service. Access to Niyama lounge at the seaplane terminal. Free Wi-Fi throughout. Drift by Niyama Spa on-site (treatments charged on consumption). Not included / extra charges: all lunches and dinners at all restaurants (Epicure, BLU, Tribal, Nest, Edge, Subsix, Dune, Surf Shack Food Truck, The Deli); all beverages; all excursions; all motorised and non-motorised water sports (beyond snorkelling equipment); surfing; PADI courses and diving; Drift by Niyama Spa treatments; private indoor cinema; destination and sandbank dining; laundry. ***Meal plan inclusions are subject to change without prior notice. The final inclusions will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Halbpension: Daily buffet breakfast at Epicure All-Day Dining Restaurant or BLU Restaurant (guests' choice; Epicure: live cooking stations, extensive buffet, ice cream boutique; BLU: lavish breakfast buffet and à la carte selections). Daily dinner at Epicure or BLU (buffet format or selected main course options from the à la carte menu; themed buffet evenings at BLU). Lunch is not included and charged on consumption. All guests in the same villa must be on the same meal plan. No dedicated high tea or snacks included on Half Board. The Deli (daytime snacks, sandwiches, smoothies, homemade cakes) and Dune Beach Bar charged on consumption. All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption at all outlets. A non-alcoholic beverage add-on package is available: house still and sparkling water, selected juices, mocktails, soft drinks, non-alcoholic beer, and non-alcoholic sparkling juice. The Rise Beverage Package (house still and sparkling water, selected branded soft drinks, fresh juices, mocktails, cocktails, beer, spirits, sparkling wine, white and red wine, and selected minibar items refilled once daily) is available as an add-on at a supplement. All non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption unless the add-on package is purchased. All villas include the complimentary Deli-In full-size fridge (gourmet treats, cold meats, smoked salmon, cheeses, ice cream, chocolate; replenished daily by the Thakuru). Nespresso machine with complimentary coffee and tea, and complimentary daily popcorn and homemade ice cream replenishment. If the Rise Beverage Package is purchased, selected minibar items are also refilled once daily. No excursions included on Half Board. All excursions charged on consumption. Complimentary snorkelling equipment. Dive and watersports centre charged on consumption. Surfing at Vodi charged on consumption. Personalised bicycles. 24-hour fitness facility, twice-weekly group yoga sessions, steam room and sauna (Drift Spa), tennis court, game centre, Explorer Kids Club (ages 3–12), shared Thakuru butler service, Niyama seaplane lounge access. Free Wi-Fi. Drift Spa treatments charged on consumption. Not included / extra charges: all lunches; all beverages (unless Rise or non-alcoholic package purchased); specialty restaurants Tribal, Nest, Edge, Subsix charged on consumption on all plans; The Deli; Dune; Surf Shack Food Truck; all excursions; motorised and non-motorised water sports; surfing; diving; Drift Spa treatments; private cinema; destination dining; laundry. ***Meal plan inclusions are subject to change without prior notice. The final inclusions will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Vollpension: Daily buffet breakfast at Epicure or BLU (guests' choice). Daily lunch à la carte at BLU Restaurant or at Dune Beach Bar, or a light lunch (up to two items from the menu) at The Deli or Food Truck at Surf Shack. Daily dinner buffet or selected main course options from the à la carte menu at Epicure or BLU Restaurant. Full Board Dine-Around (upgrade): includes one three-course set lunch at Subsix underwater restaurant or Teppanyaki at Nest, and dinner dine-around three times during the stay at the à la carte specialty restaurants (Nest, Tribal, or Edge — food menu only; specialty supplement may apply for certain dishes). Beverages are not included in the standard Full Board plan and charged on consumption; the Rise Beverage Package with selected minibar refill available as an add-on. Full Board Dine-Around with Rise Beverage Package bundles the dine-around upgrades with the full beverage package. Light lunch options at The Deli (two items per guest from the menu) included. No separate formal high tea included. All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption (unless the Rise Beverage Package add-on is purchased). Rise Beverage Package: house still and sparkling water, selected soft drinks, fresh juices, mocktails, cocktails, beer, spirits, sparkling wine, white and red wine, and selected minibar items refilled once daily. All non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption unless the Rise package is purchased. All villas include the complimentary Deli-In fridge (gourmet treats replenished daily), Nespresso machine, complimentary popcorn machine and daily homemade ice cream replenishment. If the Rise Beverage Package is purchased, selected minibar items are refilled once daily. No excursions included on Full Board. All excursions charged on consumption. Complimentary snorkelling equipment. Dive and watersports centre charged on consumption. Surfing at Vodi charged on consumption. Personalised bicycles. 24-hour fitness facility, twice-weekly group yoga, steam room and sauna (Drift Spa), tennis court, game centre, Explorer Kids Club (ages 3–12), Thakuru butler service, Niyama seaplane lounge access. Free Wi-Fi. Drift Spa treatments charged on consumption. Not included / extra charges: beverages (unless Rise package); specialty restaurants at premium supplement (Tribal, Nest full menu, Edge, Subsix à la carte beyond plan's included dine-around allowance); Braai, Took Took, and Ribs & Reggae special event nights apply per-person food credit on Full Board Dine-Around (USD 140 per adult credit available for dinner at these events); all excursions; motorised water sports; surfing; diving; Drift Spa; private cinema; destination dining; laundry. ***Meal plan inclusions are subject to change without prior notice. The final inclusions will be confirmed at the time of booking.
All Inclusive: All inclusions of Full Board Dine-Around plus the Rise Beverage Package included. Daily buffet breakfast at Epicure All-Day Dining or BLU Restaurant (guests' choice). Three-course lunch at BLU or Dune Beach Bar (food menu), or light lunch of up to two items at The Deli or Food Truck at Surf Shack. USD 60 per adult per day credit available for lunch at Nest. Dinner buffet or selected main course options from the à la carte menu at Epicure or BLU (depending on opening hours), or three-course dinner at Tribal, Nest, or Edge restaurants (food menu only). USD 140 per adult per day food credit available for dinner on Braai nights, Took Took nights, and Rum, Ribs & Reggae nights. Charges may apply for certain specialty dishes and some premium beverages at Nest, Tribal, and Edge. Subsix (underwater restaurant/nightclub) charged on consumption on all plans. Light lunch items included at The Deli (two items per guest from the menu) and Dune. No separate formal afternoon high tea included beyond access to pool bar and deli. Rise Beverage Package included: house still and sparkling water, selected branded soft drinks, fresh juices, mocktails, cocktails, beer, spirits, sparkling wine, white wine, and red wine. Included across all restaurants and bars where AI beverage service operates. Selected minibar items replenished once daily as part of the Rise package. Unlimited non-alcoholic beverages from the Rise Beverage Package included across all included venues. Selected minibar items replenished once daily as part of the included Rise Beverage Package. All villas also include the complimentary Deli-In full-size fridge with gourmet treats (cold meats, smoked salmon, cheeses, ice cream, chocolate; replenished daily by the Thakuru). Nespresso machine with complimentary coffee and tea, and daily homemade ice cream and popcorn replenishment. No excursions included as a standard AI entitlement. All excursions — dolphin safaris, turtle encounters, marine biologist snorkelling trips, sandbank picnics, submersible rides, sunset cruises — charged on consumption. Complimentary snorkelling equipment and marine biologist presentations by the resident marine biologist for all guests. Coralarium coral regeneration project access. Dive centre and watersports centre on-site (PADI 5-Star dive centre: PADI courses, guided dives to Dhaalu Atoll sites; surfing at Vodi surf break — all charged on consumption). Water skiing, wakeboarding, catamarans, kite-surfing, glass-bottomed kayaks charged on consumption. Personalised bicycles for adults and children for each villa. 24-hour fitness facility (Pump), twice-weekly group yoga sessions (30 minutes), steam room and sauna at Drift by Niyama Spa, tennis court, game centre (excluding private indoor cinema), Explorer Kids Club (ages 3–11 complimentary; surcharge for ages 1–3), shared Thakuru personalised butler service, Niyama lounge at seaplane terminal access. Free Wi-Fi throughout. Drift by Niyama Spa — spa treatments charged on consumption (spa credits not included in standard AI). Not included / extra charges: Subsix underwater restaurant/nightclub (always charged on consumption; not included in any AI plan); premium specialty dishes at Tribal, Nest, and Edge beyond the included food menu; beverages at specialty restaurants not covered by Rise package; motorised water sports (jet skiing, water skiing, wakeboarding, kite-surfing); surfing; all diving and PADI courses; all excursions; Drift by Niyama Spa treatments; private indoor cinema; destination and sandbank dining; laundry. ***Meal plan inclusions are subject to change without prior notice. The final inclusions will be confirmed at the time of booking.

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Frühstück: Daily buffet breakfast at Epicure All-Day Dining Restaurant (Play Island; extensive buffet with live cooking stations, fresh seafood, gourmet themes; eggs any way, custom pasta, pizza, ice cream boutique) or BLU Restaurant (Chill Island; all-day dining with lavish breakfast buffets and extensive à la carte selections; themed buffet evenings). Guests may choose between Epicure or BLU for breakfast. Lunch and dinner not included on Bed & Breakfast and charged on consumption at any of the resort's dining venues. No snacks or high tea included on Bed & Breakfast. Sandwiches, smoothies, antipasti, and homemade cakes available at The Deli (daytime snack café; charged on consumption). Food Truck at Surf Shack charged on consumption. All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption at all outlets. All non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption. All villas include a Deli-In concept with a full-size fridge stocked with gourmet treats (cold meats, smoked salmon, cheeses, ice cream, chocolate); the Deli-In is replenished daily by the Thakuru butler and is complimentary for all guests on all plans. All villas also include a Nespresso machine with complimentary coffee and tea, and a popcorn machine with complimentary daily popcorn and homemade ice cream replenishment. No excursions included on Bed & Breakfast. All excursions — dolphin and turtle safaris, marine biologist guided snorkelling trips, diving, submersible, castaway sandbank dinners, sleeping under the stars — charged on consumption. Complimentary snorkelling equipment for all guests. Access to the Coralarium (art installation and coral regeneration project). Dive and watersports centre on-site; PADI courses, guided dives, surfing at Vodi surf break (Play Island), water skiing, wakeboarding, catamarans, kite-surfing, glass-bottomed kayaks all charged on consumption. Kayaking (non-motorised, access to equipment) available at extra cost. All villas include personalised bicycles (adult and child). Complimentary access to game centre (excluding private indoor cinema). 24-hour fitness facility (Pump) with yoga sessions (twice weekly), access to steam room and sauna at Drift by Niyama Spa, tennis court. Explorer Kids Club (ages 3–12) complimentary for children aged 3–11; surcharge for ages 1–3. Shared Thakuru (personalised butler) service. Access to Niyama lounge at the seaplane terminal. Free Wi-Fi throughout. Drift by Niyama Spa on-site (treatments charged on consumption). Not included / extra charges: all lunches and dinners at all restaurants (Epicure, BLU, Tribal, Nest, Edge, Subsix, Dune, Surf Shack Food Truck, The Deli); all beverages; all excursions; all motorised and non-motorised water sports (beyond snorkelling equipment); surfing; PADI courses and diving; Drift by Niyama Spa treatments; private indoor cinema; destination and sandbank dining; laundry. ***Meal plan inclusions are subject to change without prior notice. The final inclusions will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Halbpension: Daily buffet breakfast at Epicure All-Day Dining Restaurant or BLU Restaurant (guests' choice; Epicure: live cooking stations, extensive buffet, ice cream boutique; BLU: lavish breakfast buffet and à la carte selections). Daily dinner at Epicure or BLU (buffet format or selected main course options from the à la carte menu; themed buffet evenings at BLU). Lunch is not included and charged on consumption. All guests in the same villa must be on the same meal plan. No dedicated high tea or snacks included on Half Board. The Deli (daytime snacks, sandwiches, smoothies, homemade cakes) and Dune Beach Bar charged on consumption. All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption at all outlets. A non-alcoholic beverage add-on package is available: house still and sparkling water, selected juices, mocktails, soft drinks, non-alcoholic beer, and non-alcoholic sparkling juice. The Rise Beverage Package (house still and sparkling water, selected branded soft drinks, fresh juices, mocktails, cocktails, beer, spirits, sparkling wine, white and red wine, and selected minibar items refilled once daily) is available as an add-on at a supplement. All non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption unless the add-on package is purchased. All villas include the complimentary Deli-In full-size fridge (gourmet treats, cold meats, smoked salmon, cheeses, ice cream, chocolate; replenished daily by the Thakuru). Nespresso machine with complimentary coffee and tea, and complimentary daily popcorn and homemade ice cream replenishment. If the Rise Beverage Package is purchased, selected minibar items are also refilled once daily. No excursions included on Half Board. All excursions charged on consumption. Complimentary snorkelling equipment. Dive and watersports centre charged on consumption. Surfing at Vodi charged on consumption. Personalised bicycles. 24-hour fitness facility, twice-weekly group yoga sessions, steam room and sauna (Drift Spa), tennis court, game centre, Explorer Kids Club (ages 3–12), shared Thakuru butler service, Niyama seaplane lounge access. Free Wi-Fi. Drift Spa treatments charged on consumption. Not included / extra charges: all lunches; all beverages (unless Rise or non-alcoholic package purchased); specialty restaurants Tribal, Nest, Edge, Subsix charged on consumption on all plans; The Deli; Dune; Surf Shack Food Truck; all excursions; motorised and non-motorised water sports; surfing; diving; Drift Spa treatments; private cinema; destination dining; laundry. ***Meal plan inclusions are subject to change without prior notice. The final inclusions will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Vollpension: Daily buffet breakfast at Epicure or BLU (guests' choice). Daily lunch à la carte at BLU Restaurant or at Dune Beach Bar, or a light lunch (up to two items from the menu) at The Deli or Food Truck at Surf Shack. Daily dinner buffet or selected main course options from the à la carte menu at Epicure or BLU Restaurant. Full Board Dine-Around (upgrade): includes one three-course set lunch at Subsix underwater restaurant or Teppanyaki at Nest, and dinner dine-around three times during the stay at the à la carte specialty restaurants (Nest, Tribal, or Edge — food menu only; specialty supplement may apply for certain dishes). Beverages are not included in the standard Full Board plan and charged on consumption; the Rise Beverage Package with selected minibar refill available as an add-on. Full Board Dine-Around with Rise Beverage Package bundles the dine-around upgrades with the full beverage package. Light lunch options at The Deli (two items per guest from the menu) included. No separate formal high tea included. All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption (unless the Rise Beverage Package add-on is purchased). Rise Beverage Package: house still and sparkling water, selected soft drinks, fresh juices, mocktails, cocktails, beer, spirits, sparkling wine, white and red wine, and selected minibar items refilled once daily. All non-alcoholic beverages charged on consumption unless the Rise package is purchased. All villas include the complimentary Deli-In fridge (gourmet treats replenished daily), Nespresso machine, complimentary popcorn machine and daily homemade ice cream replenishment. If the Rise Beverage Package is purchased, selected minibar items are refilled once daily. No excursions included on Full Board. All excursions charged on consumption. Complimentary snorkelling equipment. Dive and watersports centre charged on consumption. Surfing at Vodi charged on consumption. Personalised bicycles. 24-hour fitness facility, twice-weekly group yoga, steam room and sauna (Drift Spa), tennis court, game centre, Explorer Kids Club (ages 3–12), Thakuru butler service, Niyama seaplane lounge access. Free Wi-Fi. Drift Spa treatments charged on consumption. Not included / extra charges: beverages (unless Rise package); specialty restaurants at premium supplement (Tribal, Nest full menu, Edge, Subsix à la carte beyond plan's included dine-around allowance); Braai, Took Took, and Ribs & Reggae special event nights apply per-person food credit on Full Board Dine-Around (USD 140 per adult credit available for dinner at these events); all excursions; motorised water sports; surfing; diving; Drift Spa; private cinema; destination dining; laundry. ***Meal plan inclusions are subject to change without prior notice. The final inclusions will be confirmed at the time of booking.
All Inclusive: All inclusions of Full Board Dine-Around plus the Rise Beverage Package included. Daily buffet breakfast at Epicure All-Day Dining or BLU Restaurant (guests' choice). Three-course lunch at BLU or Dune Beach Bar (food menu), or light lunch of up to two items at The Deli or Food Truck at Surf Shack. USD 60 per adult per day credit available for lunch at Nest. Dinner buffet or selected main course options from the à la carte menu at Epicure or BLU (depending on opening hours), or three-course dinner at Tribal, Nest, or Edge restaurants (food menu only). USD 140 per adult per day food credit available for dinner on Braai nights, Took Took nights, and Rum, Ribs & Reggae nights. Charges may apply for certain specialty dishes and some premium beverages at Nest, Tribal, and Edge. Subsix (underwater restaurant/nightclub) charged on consumption on all plans. Light lunch items included at The Deli (two items per guest from the menu) and Dune. No separate formal afternoon high tea included beyond access to pool bar and deli. Rise Beverage Package included: house still and sparkling water, selected branded soft drinks, fresh juices, mocktails, cocktails, beer, spirits, sparkling wine, white wine, and red wine. Included across all restaurants and bars where AI beverage service operates. Selected minibar items replenished once daily as part of the Rise package. Unlimited non-alcoholic beverages from the Rise Beverage Package included across all included venues. Selected minibar items replenished once daily as part of the included Rise Beverage Package. All villas also include the complimentary Deli-In full-size fridge with gourmet treats (cold meats, smoked salmon, cheeses, ice cream, chocolate; replenished daily by the Thakuru). Nespresso machine with complimentary coffee and tea, and daily homemade ice cream and popcorn replenishment. No excursions included as a standard AI entitlement. All excursions — dolphin safaris, turtle encounters, marine biologist snorkelling trips, sandbank picnics, submersible rides, sunset cruises — charged on consumption. Complimentary snorkelling equipment and marine biologist presentations by the resident marine biologist for all guests. Coralarium coral regeneration project access. Dive centre and watersports centre on-site (PADI 5-Star dive centre: PADI courses, guided dives to Dhaalu Atoll sites; surfing at Vodi surf break — all charged on consumption). Water skiing, wakeboarding, catamarans, kite-surfing, glass-bottomed kayaks charged on consumption. Personalised bicycles for adults and children for each villa. 24-hour fitness facility (Pump), twice-weekly group yoga sessions (30 minutes), steam room and sauna at Drift by Niyama Spa, tennis court, game centre (excluding private indoor cinema), Explorer Kids Club (ages 3–11 complimentary; surcharge for ages 1–3), shared Thakuru personalised butler service, Niyama lounge at seaplane terminal access. Free Wi-Fi throughout. Drift by Niyama Spa — spa treatments charged on consumption (spa credits not included in standard AI). Not included / extra charges: Subsix underwater restaurant/nightclub (always charged on consumption; not included in any AI plan); premium specialty dishes at Tribal, Nest, and Edge beyond the included food menu; beverages at specialty restaurants not covered by Rise package; motorised water sports (jet skiing, water skiing, wakeboarding, kite-surfing); surfing; all diving and PADI courses; all excursions; Drift by Niyama Spa treatments; private indoor cinema; destination and sandbank dining; laundry. ***Meal plan inclusions are subject to change without prior notice. The final inclusions will be confirmed at the time of booking.

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Sie können kostenlos stornieren und erhalten eine vollständige Rückerstattung der Anzahlung. Die Stornierung hängt von Ihren Aufenthaltsdaten und der Anzahl der Tage vor der Ankunft ab.

Aufenthaltsdaten	Anzahl der Tage vor der Ankunft
4/12/2026 - 12/22/2026	19
12/23/2026 - 1/8/2027	65
1/9/2027 - 4/11/2027	50
4/12/2027 - 12/22/2027	35

Niyama Private Islands

Olhuveli, Kudahuvadhoo Dhaalu Atoll, 13080, Maldives

Finden Sie einen ganz privaten Rahmen für intime, einzigartige Erlebnisse. Mit den Zwillingsinseln Play and Chill bietet Niyama Private Islands Maldives den Luxus der Wahl. Alle 134 individuell eingerichteten Zimmer bieten kostenloses WLAN, kostenlosen Internetzugang (LAN) und Memory-Foam-Betten. Zu den weiteren Standardannehmlichkeiten zählen Balkone oder Terrassen, iPod-Dockingstationen und Essbereiche. Die Badezimmer im Freien verfügen über eine Badewanne und wohltuende Regenduschen. Die Unterkünfte verfügen über einen Wasserkocher, Hausschuhe und kostenlose Pflegeprodukte. Das Drift Spa bietet entspannende Körpermassagen und andere Schönheitsbehandlungen. Geführte Schnorchelausflüge, Bootsfahrten bei Sonnenuntergang, Mantarochen-Schnorcheln und Angelausflüge können von den Butlern für Sie arrangiert werden. Vor Ort können sich die Gäste auch darauf freuen, die neuesten Videospiele zu spielen, im Hauptpool zu schwimmen oder im Fitnessstudio zu trainieren. Die Mitarbeiter im Restaurant und im Spa stehen Ihnen gerne hilfreich zur Seite. Es beherbergt einen Weltklasse-Kinderclub, der einer der größten und einzigen Kinderclubs ist, der Kinder im Alter von 12 Monaten bis 12 Jahren betreut. Das weltweit erste Unterwasserrestaurant Subsix liegt 7 m unter dem Meeresspiegel und ist bekannt für sein Champagner-Frühstück und seine Glow-Partys mit Glaswänden und Blick auf die Unterwasserwelt. Edge ist ein modernes Gourmetrestaurant, das 500 m vom Meer entfernt liegt und nur mit dem Boot erreichbar ist. Nest bietet eine surreale Baumwipfelkulisse, die sich perfekt für romantische Soireen sowie private und Familienessen eignet und asiatische Avantgarde-Küchen serviert, darunter Thai, Kantonesisch, Teppanyaki, Japanisch, Indonesisch und mehr. Niyama Private Islands Maldives ist das einzige Resort auf den Malediven, das über ein afro-lateinamerikanisches Restaurant verfügt – Tribal, das ein innovatives kulinarisches Erlebnis auf dem Campingplatz mit exotischen afrikanischen, mittel- und südamerikanischen Gerichten bietet. Niyama Private Islands Maldives ist eine 40-minütige Fahrt mit dem Wasserflugzeug vom internationalen Flughafen Velana entfernt, während der Flughafen Dhaalu auf den Malediven jetzt für Transfers mit Privatjets geöffnet ist, die gegen Aufpreis arrangiert werden können.

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