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Purely Maldives Ltd
Compass House,
24 Baddesley Close, North Baddesley
Hampshire SO52 9DR
United Kingdom
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Designed in an authentic style, built using ecofriendly materials and blended seamlessly into the remarkable landscape of a natural environment, our over water villas creates a sophisticated and intimate ambiance where guests are able to feel truly at home.
*** Resort Update 2023 ***
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance their facilities, Gili Lankanfushi will introduce a new outlet on October 15th, 2023 while they retire the Overwater Bar. Considering the extensive scope of the project, the resort will temporarily close from June 1st to July 31st while the refurbishment work continues from August 1st until October 15th. This closure is necessary to ensure that the majority of the work, especially the noisy aspects, can be completed with minimal disturbance.
After the resort reopens on August 1st, the refurbishment work will continue during daylight hours only, starting at 11 am, after breakfast service, and ending at 7 pm, before dinner service. During this period, the full range of services, including sunset drinks on their iconic beaches and lunch at Kashiveli and By The Sea, will be available to enjoy.
LUXURY IN YOUR OWN WAY, AT YOUR OWN PACE
Luxury today is seen to be related to the quality of life, but its definition is deeply personal to the individual. Luxury can be defined as time spent with loved ones, a sense of belonging, a moment of absolute privacy, a perfect cup of coffee, a wonderful book, or simply an opportunity to escape from reality. Ultimately, luxury is the freedom to make your own choice.
At Gili Lankanfushi, we offer our guests the freedom to make that choice, providing an opportunity to redefine what luxury means, and ensuring that whatever their definition, we continuously strive to meet and exceed their expectations.
LIVING THE GILI LANKANFUSHI WAY
We aimed to become aware of one’s natural and cultural surroundings, as well as to be responsible in taking care of them. At Gili Lankanfushi, we introduce to our guests the natural beauty of our island and encourage them to live a more responsible lifestyle while moving towards a zero-waste existence.
We not only encourage guests to practice being sustainable during their stay with us, but to also bring home these responsible initiatives to practice and to adopt this way of living in their daily lives, to help make this world a beautiful one to live in.
YOUR PERSONAL ASSISTANT
We have a team of personal guest experience hosts at Gili Lankanfushi known as Mr. Fridays. They’re named after Robinson Crusoe’s loyal assistant and dear friend, and will show you the way around the island while making your stay as memorable as possible.
Day or night and no matter what the request, your trusted host is there to help with everything from unpacking luggage to organising dining experiences and excursions or even setting up a bed under the stars. Parents will be pleased to know that they can also keep little ones entertained.
ECO RESORT
With the natural beauty of the greenery on the island and rich marine biodiversity in our surrounding lagoons, we are sensitive to the environment and respect its ecological balance.
These 18 one-bedroom hideaways are spread across two floors and each boasts an open-air living room, spacious bathroom and private rooftop terrace.
With direct ocean access, spend your days swimming and snorkelling around the coral gardens surrounding your sundeck. At night, lounge
on catamaran nets while searching the sky for shooting stars.
KEY FEATURES
Mr./Ms. Friday service
Total area 210 sqm
Spacious masterbedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
Semi open-air private bathroom with infinity tub, separate glass-walled shower area and seclude ocean access
Open-air living room with one daybed and dining table
Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access
Minibar and Nespresso machine
Mini wine chiller
Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
DVD player available upon request
State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
Bamboo bicycles for every guest
iPod with docking station
Chess table
Swim to the edge of the infinity pool with the feeling of a never ending swim into the ocean. Relax in multiple open-air living and dining spaces. A private corner for everyone to have a quiet moment on their own, to practice the art of doing nothing.
KEY FEATURES
Mr./Ms. Friday service
Total area 264 sqm
Pool area 19 sqm
An extended sundeck area parallel to the villa with an infinity pool, sun loungers, two daybeds, and catamaran nets overlooking the sparkling turquoise lagoon
Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
Semi open-air private bathroom with a standalone tub, separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access
Open-air living room with one daybed and dining table
Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access
Minibar and Nespresso machine
Mini wine chiller
Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
DVD player available upon request
State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
Bamboo bicycle for every guest
iPod with docking station
Chess table
Our five overwater luxurious Gili Lagoon Villas face the west offers spectacular sunset views. Spread across two floors, these thatched one-bedroom hideaways each come with an open-air living room, spacious bathroom and private rooftop terrace. Bask in the sun on your deck, or swim out to your private water hammock. Eagle rays, reef sharks and shoals of luminescent fish may pass you by.
KEY FEATURES
Mr./Ms. Friday service
Total area 210 sqm
Private water hammock
Spacious master bedroom with king-sized and daybed
Semi open-air private bathroom with infinity tub, separate glass-walled shower area and secluded ocean access
Open-air living room with one daybed and dining table
Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access
Minibar and Nespresso machine
Mini wine chiller
Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
DVD player available upon request
State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
Bamboo bicycles or for every guest
iPod with docking station
Chess table
Located at the secluded ends of two of our jetties are six ocean-facing luxury Residence villas. Large enough for your family of four, each comes with a master bedroom, air-conditioned living room and spacious semi open-air bathroom. After a day of exploring our island, retreat to your rooftop terrace where your Mr. Friday can set up a bed beneath the stars.
KEY FEATURES
Mr./Ms. Friday service
Total area 250sqm
Spacious air-conditioned master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
Semi open-air private bathroom with tub, separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access
Spacious air-conditioned living room with two daybeds and dining table
Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access
Mini-bar and Nespresso machine
Mini wine chiller
Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
DVD player available upon request
State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
Bamboo bicycle for every guest
iPod with docking station
Chess table
Feel the ocean’s breeze beneath you as you lay on the large catamaran net extended out into the ocean. Be at home in an expansive living and dining area with unobstructed views of the Indian Ocean. Your sizeable pool offers endless possibilities for relaxation and unimaginable dining experience.
KEY FEATURES
Mr./Ms. Friday service
Total area 374 sqm
Pool area 24 sqm
An extended sundeck area parallel to the residence with an infinity pool, sun loungers, dining table, daybed, and a large catamaran net overlooking the sparkling turquoise lagoon
Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
Semi open-air private bathroom with a standalone tub, separate glass-walled shower area and secluded ocean access
Spacious air-conditioned living room with 2 daybeds and dining table
Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
Minibar and Nespresso machine
Mini wine chiller
Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
DVD player available upon request
State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
Bamboo bicycle for every guest
iPod with docking station
Chess table
Find solitude and seclusion at one of our seven stand-alone Crusoe Residences set a short boat ride away from our island. Spread across two floors, each comes with a master bedroom, air-conditioned living room (convertible to a second bedroom), spacious semi open-air bathroom and private rooftop terrace. A choice of a picturesque view is yours, where tranquility and a true sense of open space awaits.
KEY FEATURES
Mr./Ms. Friday service
Total area 250sqm
Private water hammock
Your own private motorised boat or resort pontoon to and from the island
Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed
Semi open-air private bathroom with tub, separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access.
Spacious air-conditioned living room with 2 daybeds and dining table
Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access.
Mini-bar and Nespresso machine
Mini wine chiller
Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
DVD player available upon request
State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
Bamboo bicycle for every guest, while on the island
iPod with docking station
Chess table
Find solitude and seclusion at one of our seven stand-alone Crusoe Residences set a short boat ride away from our island. Spread across two floors, each comes with a master bedroom, air-conditioned living room (convertible to a second bedroom), spacious semi open-air bathroom and private rooftop terrace. A choice of a picturesque view is yours, where tranquility and a true sense of open space awaits.
KEY FEATURES
Mr./Ms. Friday service
Total area 250sqm
Private water hammock
Your own private motorised boat or resort pontoon to and from the island
Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed
Semi open-air private bathroom with tub, separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access.
Spacious air-conditioned living room with 2 daybeds and dining table
Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access.
Mini-bar and Nespresso machine
Mini wine chiller
Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
DVD player available upon request
State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
Bamboo bicycle for every guest, while on the island
iPod with docking station
Chess table
Step into the blue when staying at this unique lagoon Residence set at the end of our western-facing jetty. Spread across two floors, it comes with a master bedroom, air-conditioned living room, spacious semi open-air bathroom and rooftop terrace. Snooze away the afternoon as you relax on your own hammock in the sea; we guarantee this will become your preferred hideaway spot.
KEY FEATURES
Mr./Ms. Friday service
Total area 250sqm
Private water hammock
Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
Semi open-air private bathroom with a standalone tub, separate glass-walled shower area and secluded ocean access
Spacious air-conditioned living room with 2 daybeds and dining table
Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access
Minibar and Nespresso machine
Mini wine chiller
Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
DVD player available upon request
State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
Bamboo bicycle for every guest
iPod with docking station
Chess table
Perched at the end of our western-facing jetty, the Family Villa offers unrivalled panoramic views of the surrounding sapphire seascape and exquisite sunsets. Its spacious master bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom plus an outdoor tub and shower area. Two large air-conditioned living rooms provide ample living (and extra sleeping) spaces. When you are not spending time in the sun, private gym, steam room or rooftop Jacuzzi, wander off to the nearby secluded three palm island with a hidden cabana for a relaxing afternoon.
KEY FEATURES
Mr./Ms. Friday service
Total area 350sqm
One spacious en suite master bedroom
Semi open-air private bathroom with tub and separate glass
walled shower area and secluded ocean access
One en suite guest room with indoor jacuzzi and pantry
Living room with dining facilities, pantry and powder room
An extended deck with family dining area, overwater deck
with sun loungers and direct ocean access
Rooftop terrace with daybed, jacuzzi and massage beds for a private massage
Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
DVD player available upon request
Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
Bamboo bicycle for every guest
Private gymnasium
iPod with docking station
Chess table
In-villa steam room
Two exclusive family villa with pool facing the Eastern side of the island. Wake up to that spectacular sunrise view at water’s edge each morning. Situated at the end of the jetty, this one of a kind villa features a spacious en suite master bedroom, an en suite guest room, an L-shaped swimming pool, a private rooftop terrace and a family room at the far end of the villa, which offers endless views of the Indian Ocean.
KEY FEATURES
Mr./Ms. Friday service
Total area 385 sqm
Pool area 32 sqm
L-Shaped pool with ocean view
An extended walkway leading to a family room with large living space, dining area, pantry and powder room
One spacious en-suite masterbedroom with daybed and pool view
Semi open-air private bathroom with tub and separate glass walked shower area and secluded ocean access
One en suite guest room
Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access
Pantry area with mini wine chiller
Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
DVD player available upon request
Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
Bamboo bicycle for every guest
Minibar and Nespresso machine
iPod with docking station
Chess table
Standing alone in the middle of a sparkling, turquoise lagoon, 500 metres from our main resort, Gili Lankanfushi’s Private Reserve is the quintessence of luxury, privacy and seclusion. Sprawled across multi-tiered levels, this rustic-chic fort of dreams is where your idea of the ultimate island escape instantly becomes a reality.
Step inside the largest overwater villa in the world and explore its master suites and guest bedrooms as well as its collection of open-plan living and dining spaces. Be amazed by the infinity swimming pool, spacious sundecks, couple’s spa pavilion with a sauna and steam room, air- conditioned gymnasium, cinema, bar and even a water slide that runs from the Private Reserve’s top deck into the sea. A private boat is yours to come and go as you please – most people, however, never find the need to leave.
KEY FEATURES
Total area 1,700 sqm
Luxury yacht for arrivals and departures
Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours. On request, they can be accommodated in the Friday's Room
Uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean
Infinity pool on upper sun deck with enhanced Bose sound system
Two en suite master bedroom
Semi open-air private bathroom with tub and separate glass-walled shower area and secluded ocean access
Two en suite guest room on the second level
Living room including a workstation equipped with a laptop and printer
One rooftop terrace with daybed and two outdoor dining pavilion
Private indoor and outdoor relaxation areas with direct ocean access
A large, central open-plan living area with direct access to sea garden, natural coral pool surrounded by the crystal clear lagoon
For some light-hearted fun, a water slide is available from the top deck leading into the private lagoon swimming area
Sea level sundecks with sun loungers, and catamaran nets offering direct access into crystal clear coral gardens and amazing marine life
Private couples' spa with sauna, steam room, indoor and outdoor treatment pavilion
An air-conditioned gymnasium on the second level
Private cinema with enhanced Bose sound entertainment system on the second level of the central living area
A fully equipped kitchen available for private dining, snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage
Residences of this exclusive villa are invited to design their own wine cellar selection from our list of 400 labels
Personal, easy-to-use motorised transfer boats exclusive to guests. Alternatively, your Mr/Ms Friday will captain and transport residents
Internet access and latest audio visual available upon request
State-of-the-art Bose sound system available with Bluetooth connection
Bamboo bicycle for all guests, while on island
iPod with docking station
$ | £ | € | |
---|---|---|---|
Adult (12+) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Child (2-12 years) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Infant (0-1.99 years) | Free of charge |
Dining experiences include a romantic, moonlit dinner on the deck of your villa, a sunset champagne cruise on a traditional dhoni, or dinners in the underground Gourmet Cellar - the settings are as memorable as the cuisine. From the fine wines to the excellent malts, the island has achieved a reputation of providing the guests with a unique dining experience.
Located directly on the beach and open for breakfast and dinner, Kashiveli – which translates as ‘coral sands’ in the local Dhivehi language – embodies locally-sourced, nutritious ingredients and vibrant flavours through a marriage of land and ocean.
Breakfasts celebrate the region’s wide variety of fresh tropical fruits with an ever-changing array of smoothies, juices and fresh fruit plates made to order, as well as traditionally Maldivian offerings such as Mas Huni and international favourites.
Four evenings per week see the beach and overwater bar transformed with a buzzing market experience, with the Asian Street Market, Mediterranean Spice Souk, Passage to India and Maldivian Seafood Grill nights.
The Gili Culinary Journey will be on offer three nights a week, with a rotating menu of signature dishes taking guests on a gastronomic journey through nine cities, from traditional handmade Sardinian pasta and fresh Antalyan salads to vibrant Indonesian Rendang curry and Tamil lamb.
Opening Hours Main Restaurant:
7:30am - 10:30am
Opening Hours Main Restaurant:
7:30pm - 10:30pm
A LA CARTE EXAMPLE DINNER MENU
Engulfed by our tropical jungle and offering sweeping ocean views, this intimate restaurant presents a Japanese fine-dining feast that is an affair to remember.
Enjoy exquisite sushi, sashimi and specialties from our seasonal tasting menus and interact with our highly skilled teppanyaki chef as he puts on a show. By The Sea’s extensive sake list is sure to impress, and if you need any guidance our knowledgeable sommeliers know what to suggest.
Be entertained by our skillful Teppanyaki Chef with culinary acrobatics, whilst you enjoy a gourmet dinner freshly prepared just for you.
Opening Hours:
7pm to 10:30pm
Standing on stilts in the lagoon, the Overwater Bar floats in a dreamy landscape and offers breathtaking, uninterrupted sea views.
At lunchtime, find salads fresh from our organic garden, Mediterranean dishes, the catch of the day and daily chef’s special. For a healthier option, consider the light yet nutritional and substantial dish from Hari’s super food menu. Come sunset, it’s where you’ll want to be with a coconut martini in hand, relishing the balmy evening breeze.
For a dinner experience at the outer deck of the Over Water Bar, indulge in a Seafood Basket for two with a bottle of Champagne under the stars.
On Sundays, our Passage through India Tandoor night sees sizzling meats, spicy specialties and homemade chapatis, rotis, poppadums, and the ever so delicious naans being whipped up by our chefs, using the tandoori oven.
For those craving for grilled meats at dinner, choose from our newly introduced Gili Lava Grill menu with accompaniments and special sauces.
Over Water Bar is open from 11:00am to 11:00pm for Snacks and Cocktails.
A unique underground wine cellar that is home to a wide range of wines from around the world, a cosy space to learn more about wines with our team of knowledgeable sommeliers.
Our cavernous cellar hides at the bottom of a flight of glass stairs and was designed around a huge piece of driftwood that was once swept ashore. It houses more than 500 varieties of wine from numerous international regions.
Venture across the old and new worlds with a tasting session lead by our expert sommelier – who is also a great entertainer. On any evening of the week, be prepared to be sweep off your feet with mouthwatering gourmet dishes along with sommelier’s choice of premium wines hosted by our team of sommeliers.
Fini Foni in Dhivehi means Cold Sweet, suggests a place where you can have some cold sweet fun. Savour unique homemade flavours of Popsicle and Ice Cream by the poolside and a stone throw from the Tennis Court, an enhancement to the Gili Wine & Dine experience during the day while you bask under the sun for that glowing tan. Mouthwatering snacks and delicious cocktails are also made available for you upon request.
On each night of the week, embark on a different Gili Wine and Dine experience at unique locations around the island. Sit back and allow our team of chefs to surprise you with mouthwatering dishes from a bespoke menu just for you.
Gili Lankanfushi’s gastronomic vision sees our Executive Chef combining locally sourced seafood and a daily harvest from our expansive Organic Garden with seasonal, specially selected produce to creative unique, European-Maldivian fusion fare.
An assortment of settings on the island lend themselves to a collection of food experiences that allow you to dine as your mood directs.
Vegetarians and individuals with special dietary requirements are also in for a treat, since no requirement is impossible as personalisation is key. Allow our culinary team to delight and surprise you with creative dishes that is out of the menus, as it is what they do best.
When you are surrounded by the gifts of nature the possibilities are endless. A spa session feels sensational with the sound of waves and a view of what is beneath. Diving and snorkelling yield amazing stories full of marine creatures. Even a leisure afternoon enjoying the sea breeze seems all the more invigorating. Shopping options are also available to find that perfect memento for lasting memories of a lifetime.
A sanctuary of scented bliss, our Meera Spa sits in a secluded bay and is sprawled across languid waters.
This holistic haven includes six over-water treatment rooms, an Ayurvedic Treatment Champa, steam and sauna rooms and an open-air relaxation area offering breathtaking views. A seaside yoga and meditation champa, where you can salute the sun come dawn or dusk, lies not too far away.
Opening Hours:
From 9:00am to 9:00pm
Delve into the Maldives’ theatrical underwater world with Ocean Paradise Dive Centre – a PADI-certified outlet operating at Gili Lankanfushi. Many renowned dive sites, such as Banana, HP or Rainbow Reef, Okobe Thila, Nassimo Thila, Maagiri and Manta Point are a short boat ride away from our resort.
Multilingual expert instructors run day and night dives and courses for all levels. As the 9th most environmentally responsible dive centre in Asia, the team takes environmental practices seriously – you can even join a science dive and collect data for the likes of SharkWatch and the Manta Trust.
For those who have never dived before, try a Discover Scuba Diving session, which takes just three hours to complete.
All scuba diving programs are conducted by PADI professionals adhering to the latest safety standards. A self-declaration Medical Form is required before starting any scuba activity.
Diving and Watersports Pricelist
We offer an extensive range of guided excursions for those looking to explore what lies beyond our resort. Meander through the narrow streets of the capital city, Malé, and discover its markets, mosques and minarets. Or, take a trip to Huraa, a tiny local island that lies 20 minutes north of Gili Lankanfushi, to meet with some of its inhabitants and see their exquisite handcrafted products.
You can also try your hand (and luck) at local-style fishing or embark on a more serious deep sea fishing adventure. Island hopping trips include the chance to stop and snorkel as well. Delight in the excitement of flying over some of the Maldives’ spectacular atolls in a seaplane with our scenic Flight Experience. As you gaze down upon beautiful little islands with their chalk-white sandbars and crystal clear lagoons, you will see how they stand out in stark contrast against the Indian Ocean’ deeper, azure blue seas.
Gili Lankanfushi’s setting in the North Malé atoll is ideally located for unbeatable surfing. Some of the best breaks in the country lie on our doorstep, with three just a five-minute boat ride away and several more are within 20 minutes. Tropical water temperatures, consistent swell and low crowds add to the appeal.
We have teamed up with luxury surfing company Tropicsurf and their experienced instructors offer an array of activities available for beginners learning in our lagoon, intermediate surfers and expert wave warriors looking for a challenge.
All lessons and surf trips are bespoke and tailored to your needs, whether it is a private or group session.
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