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Purely Maldives Ltd
Compass House,
24 Baddesley Close, North Baddesley
Hampshire SO52 9DR
United Kingdom
In translation Finolhu means “sandbank”. Opened in 2016, Finolhu is one of the best beach resorts in Maldives. It stretches across four islands and its beaches are about two kilometres long. Tropical plants line the sandy paths of the main island like in a botanical garden. As a guest in Finolhu you immerse yourself in different worlds, and not just underwater. With its 125 private villas and four restaurants, our resort is as varied as the coral landscape of Baa Atoll.
Those looking for tranquillity can surrender to the music of the waves and the turquoise blue of the sea. In the evening they can take a stroll across the sandbank to the Crab Shack and enjoy the sunset with drinks and snacks and that Robinson Crusoe feeling – highly instagrammable. Those who – like dolphins – prefer doing things as a family or group can create an eventful day for themselves, including diving, snorkeling or a trip by boat or catamaran. Or what about a casual evening at one of our parties by the pool bar? Cara Delivingne and Paris Hilton have already been there. Yes, Finolhu is definitely a place for individuals, but its fascination has side effects. After your holiday on our sandbank you’ll probably have difficulty getting used to ordinary everyday life again!
It is one of 26 natural atolls in the Indian Ocean. Baa Atoll lies on the edge of the ocean, overlooking a deep channel. Its geographical location is unique worldwide. Reefs, submerged cliffs and so-called “thilas” – small, round underwater hills – offer a natural marine habitat for about 1200 different reef species. It’s no coincidence that Baa Atoll has been declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO. The tropical climate guarantees an average air temperature of 29 degrees and water temperatures of 24 degrees. Summer all year round!
Important notice regarding Festive Season (24th December - 06th January) - Please note that bookings made to travel within this period will require a 50% deposit upfront.
The view from this amazing lagoon villa in Maldives over the lagoon with its endless shades of blue is something you’ll never tire of. Here you have 145 m² / 1560 ft² of living space directly on the water, with plenty of room to stretch out and relax on the loungers of your private wooden deck. Your very own jetty leads directly into the sea. Another drink from the fridge perhaps, and your favourite music from the wonderful Marshall sound system? Unbeatable!
Maximum Occupancy - 2 adults+2 children or 3 adults
In our Maldives beach villas you’re guaranteed to get that Robinson Crusoe feeling. There’s a view of the green garden directly from your bed. Immediately behind it there’s the beach and the turquoise blue sea. Its light colours give this fine 205 m² / 2206 f² garden residence a lightness and freshness. At the back there’s a spacious bathroom with tub and shower and an open-air area where you can look at the stars while you take a shower.
Maximum Occupancy - 2 adults+2 children or 3 adults
The secret of life is to take everything a little easier. Here you’ll come a little closer to discovering the secret – and do so barefoot! With its 205 m² / 2206 f² of living space your villa has its own tropical garden, sun loungers on the beach, its own pool between the terrace and the sea and a movie-style outdoor bathroom. After a holiday in this Maldives private villa you’ll feel as light as an ocean breeze!
Maximum Occupancy - 2 adults+2 children or 3 adults
During the first few days you’ll hardly be able to sit quietly in this Maldives ocean villa. You’ll be so thrilled that you’ll want to be taking photos all the time. Photos of the narrow verge between the pool and the sea. Of the sky. Of the pastel shades of the pretty interior. In this 180 m² / 1938 f² villa your holiday directly on the water will be a special experience both day and night. Pole position or pool position? Here you’ve got both!
Maximum Occupancy - 2 adults+2 children or 3 adults
It’s like being on a yacht that doesn’t sway. Joy that doesn’t end. A stay that couldn’t be more heavenly at Finolhu Maldives pool villa. This sums up your holiday by the sea on 460 m² / 4951 f² of living space. In addition to an enormous sun deck, these villas also have a pool with a length of eight metres, king-size beds in the two main bedrooms and two luxurious bathrooms. Wi-fi connects you to the outside world so you can also amaze your friends on social media.
Maximum Occupancy - 4 adults+ 4 children or 6 adults
Have you ever dreamed of being amongst best water villas in Maldives on a white sandy beach? This one will make your dreams come true. It’s 530 m² / 5705 f² in size, suitable for families or a group of friends. All the rooms are whitewashed and perfectly equipped in light, summery colours. There are two master bedrooms, separate bathrooms, a 10-metre pool and a view to die for of the sunset side of Finolhu. You can relax with a drink on your own private beach. The opportunities are endless here – from open-air dinners to a private party with butler service.
Maximum Occupancy - 4 adults+4 children or 6 adults
These Maldives luxury villas are reminiscent of a quote from Oscar Wilde, the rock star among writers: “One should give in to temptations. Who knows if they will come again.” Our Rockstar villa is perhaps the most beautiful temptation in the Maldives. It’s located at the very end of the jetty and, as you might suspect, everything here is a little larger than life. 460 m² of living area. Two spacious master bedrooms. An 8-metre long pool, infinity of course. Your own wine bar. Bathrooms with tub and outside showers, a 40 inch flatscreen TV and much, much more. And of course the sea, as far as the eye can reach. Ideal for families and friends.
Maximum Occupancy - 4 adults + 4 children or 6 adults
$ | £ | € | |
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Adult (12+) | 599 | 482 | 582 |
Child (2-11 years) | 300 | 241 | 291 |
Infant (0-1.99 years) | Free of charge |
$ | £ | € | |
---|---|---|---|
Adult (12+) | 599 | 482 | 582 |
Child (2-11 years) | 360 | 290 | 350 |
Infant (0-1.99 years) | Free of charge |
Latest recommended arrival 15:00 hrs
Luxury means a wealth of choice. In Finolhu you can choose between four different restaurants, depending on your mood. Our chef has created a unique concept for each of them, but what they all have in common is a fine blend of craftsmanship, individuality and an international style that appeals to everyone. The freshness of the products is particularly important to him and his team.
Baa Baa Beach Dinner
It’s quite possible that you’ll experience a spectacle here as early as breakfast time – for example when a group of dolphins takes centre stage. At the Baa Baa Diner you’ve got a front-row seat. Located right by the sea, our diner is the culinary centre of Finolhu. In the morning, at lunchtime and in the evening international dishes are freshly prepared at various sections of the buffet. A wide selection of dishes delights vegans, vegetarians, fish fans and meat lovers alike. On various evenings, our chef and his team serve themed specialties: Italian, Asian, Maldivian, Seafood and more. Really delicious!
Breakfast: 7.30 am – 10.30 am
Lunch: 12.30 pm – 3.00 pm
Dinner: 7.30 pm – 10.30 pm
Kanusan
This is our fine-dining restaurant. At Kanusan the culinary focus is Asian. The restaurant is located right in the Indian Ocean and can be reached via a short wooden jetty. It has its own bar where you can enjoy an aperitif while you get in the mood for dinner. And you can do this either on the outside veranda or inside the restaurant, which is atmospherically showcased with dimmed light. A place for romantics, where anything can happen while you enjoy authentic Asian flavours. A marriage proposal, for example.
Dinner: 7.30 pm – 10.30 pm
BaaHaa Grill
At the BaaHaa Grill our chefs take you on a culinary trip to North Africa. A sensuous feast for the palate, for the nose and even for the ears, when the sound of the fresh meat sizzling on the table mixes with the lapping of the waves. Maghreb spices such as cardamom, cumin, nutmeg, cinnamon and turmeric unfold an all-round feeling of wellbeing – for example in a tajine or delicious mezze dishes containing fish, meat and vegetables – and perhaps the best Hummus outside Tunisia and Morocco.
Dinner: 7.30 pm – 10.30 pm
Crab Shack
Just a minute. Doesn’t this little Crab Shack, made of wooden planks, remind us of our dream of living on a desert island? Who strolls from the main island over the sandbank, reaches it in approx. 20 minutes – a great walk. At noon you can enjoy shrimp in the sun with a glass of wine or just have a drink and a few snacks.
Lunch: 12.30 pm – 3.30 pm
Bar: 12.30 pm – 5.00 pm
Beach Bar
This is where it all happens. If you want to hear laid-back sounds you can enjoy the music here from early in the morning until late in the evening. Exotic cocktails to the beats of top DJs? Off to the Beach Bar! Pool parties inspired by the slogan “White nights? Off to the Beach Bar! A marriage proposal on our upper deck directly under the starry sky? Off to the Beach Bar. Performances by world-class artists? Off to the Beach Bar. Or just lying in a hammock and letting the music flow over you? Off to the Beach Bar.” Yes, as you’ve probably noticed, the Beach Bar is the unmistakable heart of the resort. It gives Finolhu a further unmistakable feature among the resorts in the Maldives – it’s as if this bar comes with a touch of Ibiza and Mykonos. In its indoor and air-conditioned section film classics and international sporting events are shown live – after all, there are events you enjoy sharing with other people.
Milk Bar
Wherever your journey takes you in Finolhu, you’ll always pass by the Milk Bar. What could be more convenient? A milkshake after a game of tennis. A protein drink after your workout or an espresso when you take a break. Our Milk Bartender is looking forward to your visit!
Opening Hours: 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
MOTORIZED WATER SPORTS
Water skiing and jet skiing – the ideal combination of glamour and action. It’s no coincidence that they feature in so many scenes in the movies – for example the unforgettable Roger Moore, who shot over the water with a jet ski as James Bond in “The Spy who Loved Me”. In Finolhu we have a wide range of motorised water sports for glamour, action and that special adrenalin kick. Here you can shoot up into the air with an X-Jet Blade, go out on a speedboat tour with Captain or simply cut a stylish figure while you water ski. Whatever you do – it’s tremendous fun!
Jet Ski
Explore more of the atoll surrounding Finolhu on an escorted Jet ski tour. One of our experienced instructors will be on hand to help you familiarize
yourself with the controls on a test drive, and then you’re free to hit the water alone.
Jet Ski Excursion with Guide
This 1-hour discovery ride has one mission in mind: a close up encounter with the resident pods of Spinner and Bottlenose dolphins. If you are lucky enough to find these fun-loving creatures, they will play in your wake so close that you can almost touch them – a truly humbling experience.
X-Jet-Blade
Nothing matches the thrill of hydro flight. Our waterpropelled jet blade elevates aquatic adventurers several feet above the sea’s surface over the course of a heartpumping 15-minute flight. The ultimate James Bond adventure!
Wakeboard, Kneeboard & Water Ski
Our Water Sports Center offers a variety of wakeboards, kneeboards and water skis to suit all skill levels.
Speedboat with Captain
Enter the world of powerboat adventures and board our speedboat for a truly exciting adventure. Experience the rush of adrenaline as you snorkel over crustal clear reefs, seek out dolphins and turtles or simply bask in the sun and indulge in the fresh ocean breeze.
Seabob
For the more adventurous snorkeler, the Seabob allows you to glide underwater at high speed. This underwater scooter gives you a dolphin’s perspective on life beneath the waves, and can be used either when snorkeling or diving. Travel further faster and see more of the reef and the amazing underwater life from another point of view.
Banana & Tube Rides
If you’re seeking a thrill, our Water Sports Center offers a plethora of inflatables suited to speedboat tugging, offering both exhilaration and fun for all that participate.
Surf´s Up!
This offer is good for intermediate and experts and definitely an experience you do not want to miss. Grab your surf board and gear up for an epic ride.
Parasailing
Parasail up into the air and fly over the crystal clear sea. Discover Finolhu and the beautiful view of the Baa Atoll from a completely new perspective.
Diving
Life under water is more touchy-feely than you might think. Did you know that fish can hum, whistle, rumble, chirp, squeak, purr and grunt? That a shark’s sense of smell is about ten thousand times sharper than that of a human being? That dorados, as marine biologists found out, develop an increased appetite when they listen to music by Mozart? That rays enjoy being touched? During our trips you will not only get to see a lot, but also learn a great deal about the underwater world. Baa Atoll is the world’s greatest hotspot for manta rays. From May to November dozens of them come to Hanifaru Bay, only 30 minutes away by speedboat. And those who dive with them will remember the experience for the rest of their lives.
Spa
For your wellbeing we have put together a range of beneficial massages. Depending on your individual wishes and requirements, we at Finolhu, a featured Maldives spa resort offer an option for every physical type, from the classical Swedish massage to Thai massages and the sun cooler. Our therapists know what’s good for you! We’ll be happy to advise you individually.
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Purely Maldives’ prices are inclusive of all taxes and surcharges and we ALWAYS include either speedboat, seaplane or domestic plane transfers (click on the Transfer tab).
The Purely Maldives team have personally stayed at over 100 resorts and have been visiting this paradise for over 30 years, so with our knowledge and experience, we can organise your dream holiday with confidence adding value at every stage of your booking.
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