Let the beauty of Anantara touch you at Anantara Veli Resort & Spa, Maldives. Retreat hand in hand to a Maldivian paradise, enveloped in soft white sands and turquoise waters. Here, time is a luxury well spent in the pursuit of leisure and tranquillity, at one of the most naturally stunning destinations on earth.

At Anantara Veli, the marvels of nature are complemented by the chic simplicity of our design, with over water bungalows providing the idyllic seclusion that you seek balanced by all the modern conveniences you would expect of a luxury resort in the Maldives.

Set in the South Malé Atoll just half an hour from Malé International Airport, Anantara Veli brings you the island paradise of your dreams – a destination created for thrilling honeymoons and romantic getaways.

Unwind on endless white sand beaches, palm-fringed islands and pristine coral reefs. Contemplate the oceanic light as it evolves from morning glow to evening dusk – bathing the coconut thatched roofs in subtly-changing hues, and glittering off the clear waters just beneath your private over water bungalow.

Nestled in beauty, removed from unnecessary distraction, here in the Maldives you are free to tune inwards as well as to indulge in the company of your loved ones.

Bungalows

Anantara Veli sets the stage for an idyllic honeymoon or getaway with secluded over water bungalows. Romance and enchantment are a way of life here in the Maldives in a land of water, endless blue sky and powder white sands.

At Anantara, luxury is standard. Settle into your rain shower or the sumptuous terrazzo bath for two. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon on cushions inspired by traditional Maldives designs. With high-speed Internet in your over water bungalow and time on your hands, use the Web for pleasure instead of business, for a change. Enjoy all the comforts of home and then some, with your own espresso machine, residence minibar, personal surround-sound stereo with flat-screen TV, CD/DVD/MP3 player and 24-hour room service.

Over-Water Bungalow: Luxuriate in the contemporary décor of your spacious 62-square metre over water bungalow on a pristine stretch of tropical paradise in the Maldives, with hardwood floors and a coconut thatch roof. Indigenous fabrics stretch across your bed, inviting you to do the same. Tropical flowers and jasmine scents float through your elegant bathroom. Take to the private sun terrace to admire your over water bungalow’s coral garden, or step into the gentle waters of the lagoon.

Deluxe Over-Water Bungalow: Step into 92 square metres of relaxation under the charming coconut thatch roof. Your Deluxe Over Water Bungalow is a private sanctuary overlooking the vast seascapes. Settle into a luxurious terrazzo bathtub for two by the lagoon. Unwind on a daybed or lounger on the sundeck or relaxation area. There is no place more idyllic than this spot of Maldives paradise to enjoy leisurely quality time with your loved ones in your private over water bungalow.

Activities

Rediscover what it means to relax. Or, let the stunning island surroundings invigorate you with our array of Maldives resort activities.

Surf without the crowds on one of the last natural wonders of the earth, where you can feel as though the waves belong only to you.

Take up windsurfing on the placid lagoon. Dive into the unexplored world of marine life in our crystal-clear waters. Stroll through the markets of bustling Malé. Explore even more undiscovered islands. Days spent at Anantara Veli can be as leisurely or as active as you choose.

Every day, Anantara features a range of organised and do-it-yourself activities. You can take a cooking class and even pick up some phrases in a new language, all in one day.

Area Excursions: Some of the activities are Island Hopping, Island Picnic, Malé Excursions, Sunset Cruise and Sunset Handline Fishing.

Resort Activities: Beachside Yoga, Boutique, Cooking School, Dhoni Kids Club, Fitness, Library, Morning Meditation, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball and Badminton.

Aquafanatics Diving Centre

While Anantara certainly looks splendid from above the water, in the Maldives, you’ll find some of the most beautiful sights are below the surface. Envelop yourself in a panorama of spectacular marine views on a full-day dive safari guided by the experts from Anantara’s own Dive Centre. Or, get your feet wet first with one of our PADI certification courses that will guide you toward taking your first breaths underwater, opening up a whole new world for your discovery.

The Anantara Dive Centre offers two boat dives a day to over 20 nearby reefs teeming with undersea life in the area immediately surrounding our islands. In addition, the Centre runs full and half-day “safari dives” to reefs and sites further afield, reachable by speedboat, as well as night dives – the ultimate scuba experience for avid enthusiasts.

Anantara Veli Spa

Idyllic retreats amongst azure waters, sweeping horizons and havens of natural beauty, Anantara spas are recognised internationally for their quality, warmth and expertise.

Anantara Spa at Anantara Veli offers 5 sumptuous treatment suites over the lagoon, nestled in the island’s abundant greenery. Treatments draw from the wisdom of the earth, using natural ingredients and their healing properties to enrich, detoxify, polish and rejuvenate. Escape the cares of everyday life with indigenously-inspired luxury treatments for body and soul at Anantara Spa

Anantara Veli Wedding

Fresh from your pampering spa treatment at the acclaimed over-water Anantara Spa, depart your villa in a quaint carriage and arrive at your dream island wedding to the traditional drumbeats of the Bodu Beru Band. As the bride’s entourage accompanies her down the torch-lit aisle where the groom and Island Chief await, the ancient Maldivian ceremony begins…

As a lasting token of your union, plant a coconut palm on our shores so that your love will be forever enshrined in our island paradise. Celebrate your union on the pure white sands of a tropical beach, or share your sacred moment on a private yacht, or perhaps the traditional Maldivian sailing dhoni, sipping exotic cocktails served by your private waiter. Let the ocean breeze carry your spoken vows.

From Asian exotic to Western classic, Anantara can work with you to transform any space into the setting for a dream wedding and the unforgettable reception. Party from radiant island sunset to breathtaking tropical dawn. Share an intimate candlelit dinner in a specially designed private reception for two.

Or, turn the ultimate wedding fantasy into reality on a stunning private island. Share your most cherished moments with your closest friends and family, on stretches of white sand. Pure romance.