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Anantara Veli sets the stage for an idyllic honeymoon or getaway with secluded over-water bungalows. Romance and enchantment are a way of life 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 Maldivian designs. With high-speed Internet 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 bungalow on a pristine stretch of tropical paradise, with hardwood floors and a coconut thatch roof. Maldivian 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 coral garden, or step into the gentle waters of the lagoon. Back to Top

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 paradise to enjoy leisurely quality time with your loved ones. Back to Top

Wine and Dine

Between the temptations on offer on Anantara Veli and those of its sister resort Anantara Dhigu, an array of casual and fine dining destinations unmatched by any other Maldives resort is yours to savour at Anantara.

Baan Huraa
73 Degrees
Dhoni
Geckos
Dining by Design
Fushi Café
Fuddan Fusion Grill
Terrazzo
Aqua

Baan Huraa

Set on the sunrise side of the island, under the mighty Uhnee and Banyan trees you will discover our Ever Soneva So Down to Earth. Dinner : From 7.30pm to 10.30pm, daily Modern Mediterranean a la carte menu A feast for all “Six Senses”. The food has a Mediterranean and seafood influence. The a la carte menu is prepared according to light and healthy cooking methods, using only the best ingredients available. The daily changing “Simply Soneva” menu represents a selection of premium produce, creatively assembled for your dining pleasure. To enhance your dining experience we host an Asian buffet on Tuesdays and an International BBQ every Saturday evening Back to Top

73 Degrees

The Dhivehi phrase meaning “here it is” – (Breakfast and lunch venue) Breakfast : From 7.30am till 11am (weather permitting) International breakfast buffet with live cooking stations; fruit station; comprising of fresh juices and smoothies, collection of Asian dishes including Maldivian specialities, large variety of imported cold cuts and cheese. a la carte breakfast specialities and to top this off, we have a vast selection of fine freshly ground coffee and a range of sumptuous teas. Lunch : From 12.30pm till 2.30pm (weather permitting) The lunch is very popular as it comprises a number of live cooking stations, including barbecue, wok, pasta, wood fired pizzas, tandoori oven, extensive salad bar, ice cream parlour, pastry bakery counter, plus an extensive tea and coffee selection.The menu concept here is to keep it light, yet have a very wide variety of lunch specials, cooked a la minute and customized for each guest. Back to Top

Dhoni

Freshly-churned Ice Creams Open daily from 12 noon till dark. Pick your favourites flavours and garnishes for your sundaes. Back to Top

Geckos

Gourmet hams, cold cuts, cheese and preserves Open daily for breakfast and lunch. Selected gourmet items will be served for breakfast and lunch (included in price), tailored wine tastings including cold cuts and cheese can also be arranged. Back to Top

Dining by Design

Lunch : Open Daily 12.30pm till 2.30pm Select your ingredients and design a pizza masterpiece. We can also host special pizza, pasta and salad evenings for you and your family. Back to Top

Fushi Café

The Fresh in the Garden Restaurant is near Cinema Paradiso and the tennis court. You will traverse organic fruit and herb gardens, and then climb broad winding stairs to a rope bridge that spans the banana plantation. A panoramic westerly aspect over the gardens and surrounding jungle will afford spectacular views of the sunset. Lunch : (minimum of six guests) (Can be opened daily, except Tuesdays) The lunch is purely composed from our organic grown island produce, Maldivian seafood, fruit and vegetables. Alternatively try a cooking class with our chef in the vegetable garden, where you can enjoy learning about Asian cuisine, and cook your culinary creations using the fresh herbs and spices available at your fingertips. Since we like our classes to be spontaneous, we offer a glass of wine or two to make the cooking a little less stressful! Dinner : (Open daily, except Tuesdays) From 7.30pm till 10.30pm Offering well balanced cuisine, the dinner comprises a daily changing a la carte menu of five choices per course, in which all the dishes will be created from organic produce. We will also be offering dishes on the menu that are health-conscious, encompassing raw and well balanced cuisine. Please ask for today’s menu, should you wish to dine in your villa Back to Top

Fuddan Fusion Grill

Soneva Fushi evolves again to bring something new to the table. Always looking to enhance the culinary experiences we are pleased to introduce a Peruvian and Japanese fusion culinary adventure. The menu draws heavily on classic Japanese food with South American influences. The main inspiration was to focus on the amazing quality of the raw ingredients already abundant in the Maldives such as the local fish delivered daily to the jetty along with some of the organic produce from the garden. To ensure we got the authenticity correct we were pleased to be able to work with Toshiro Konishi, Japanese born who emigrated to Peru in 1975. His restaurant in Lima has for many years attracted positive reviews and acclaim as one of the best Sushi restaurants in the world. You can now try some of his signature dishes and an array of subtle assorted Sashimi, a variety of hand made Niguiri sushi or Maki sushi rolls. Try Toshiro’s special Peruvian Ceviche’s. With these tempting dishes we have also brought to you a selection of the finest Japanese sakes to enjoy, chilled or warm, plum wines and a fine selection of South American wines for your pleasure from Argentina and Chile.Sense by the Beach, is located on the sunset side of the island and is open for dinner. Back to Top

Terrazzo

All day dining – From 7am till 12 midnight Our entire in villa dining menus can be found under the chapters “In Villa Breakfast”, “In Villa a La Carte”, “In Villa Beverages” and “In and Out of Villa Dining Experiences”. To appreciate the real Soneva way of life, or if you require a custom-tailored programme, you may contact our In Villa Dining Manager or Executive Chef (ext: 3268) for suggestions. Our in villa team also acts as the reservation centre for the various food and beverage activities. The in villa dining team is very mobile, and we can cater to most of our guest needs at virtually any location. The sandbank dinners are without doubt a unique experience, but do not forget our garden lunches or cooking classes arranged by our in villa dining team. Back to Top

Aqua

All day drinks and snacks From 8am until the last guest leaves The main bar is an oasis of calm for reading, a board game, a relaxed game of snooker, recuperation from strenuous spa treatments or even a wi-fi hot spot for sending an email.  As the sun sets it becomes an idyllic setting for cocktails and conversation. The best selection of spirits and liqueurs are available within our stylish white and brown bar “….So Spiritual”. Peruse through one of the biggest collections of spirits within the Maldives. We offer an extensive variety of food throughout the day, not forgetting the cheese and ham gourmet room. We offer cocktail classes at midday in wet weather; this can also be arranged at any other time with your Guest Relations officer. Whisky tasting is held at 9.30pm hosted by our sommelier, and can be arranged by reservation for other times, everyday except Tuesday. Please make a reservation with your Guest Relations Officer one day prior. Back to Top

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Services and 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.

Area Excursions

Every day, Anantara features a range of organized and do-it-yourself activities. You can take a cooking class, visit a market, interact with local history and even pick up some phrases in a new language, all in one day.

Island Hopping

Discover some of the other distinctive jewels of the Maldives. You might be surprised to see the many different forms paradise can take. Tour the atoll and explore the daily life of fishermen. Shop the way the locals do. Get up close and personal with marine life.

Island Picnic

Spend an afternoon as Robinson Crusoe (with a few more luxuries) and live out your desert island daydreams. A tiny uninhabited island offshore in Anantara's lagoon is your playground for the day. Frolic in pristine waters, explore stunning reefs and enjoy a specially prepared picnic on white sands.

Malé Excursions

There is more to the bustling Maldivian capital than just the airport. Malé offers distinctive architecture, local markets, tranquil mosques and the regal presidential palace. Immerse yourself in the local culture at the National Museum and partake of some of the country's authentic local delicacies.

Sunset Cruise

Cruise the tranquil turquoise lagoon aboard a dhoni and let the champagne in your glass take on the tints of the setting sun. A romantic, unforgettable beginning to a special evening in paradise.

Sunset Handline Fishing

Try your skills at handline fishing and experience the glittering waters from a local's point of view, aboard a traditional sailing dhoni. This natural technique uses no equipment beyond a single fishing line, held by hand and dropped to the floor of the ocean reef. Wait for the reef fish to bite - a catch is almost guaranteed. Better yet, take your catch onland and our chefs at Fuddan grill will prepare it to your liking the very next day.

Resort Activities

The setting is tranquil, but recreation and fun are always close by. Every day, Anantara features a range of organized and do-it-yourself activities in the gorgeous surrounds of our resort. Days at Anantara can be as laid-back and relaxed or as action-packed as you desire. Choose your own adventure!

Anantara Cooking School

While staying at Anantara in the Maldives, you will be treated to an array of inspired culinary creations. Why not learn the tricks of the trade with a cooking class from our resident master chefs? Learn to recreate traditional Maldivian or Thai and fusion dishes to impress your friends back home.

Beachside Yoga

Gain physical poise and mental peace through ancient exercises drawn from centuries of traditional South Asian wisdom. Yoga for beginners is available from our professional instructors beachside while more seasoned aficionados can take it up a notch with a private session - one of our signature Maldives resort activities.

Boutique

You may be thousands of miles away from it all, but our boutique on Dhigu brings the world to you, with the bare necessities and exotic goods and handicrafts from across Asia and the Indian Subcontinent.

Dhoni Kids Club

Open for children from the ages of 3 to 12, the Dhoni Kids Club keeps our youngest guests entertained during their holidays with an action-packed programme featuring a variety of beach and outdoor activities, creative crafts and games that are fun, educational and culturally enriching. All are under the supervision of our Kids' Coordinator. Children aged three or under are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Childcare services are available for a fee.

Fitness

The fitness centre and gym is equipped with everything you expect to keep you looking and feeling good. Rejuvenate your body as you work out alone or with your personal trainer.

Library

No need for sunblock in our stylish showpiece library, where you can sink into a plush armchair and enjoy a new novel or catch up on all that is going on back in the ‘real world' on our computers with high-speed Internet.

Morning Meditation

Clear your mind and achieve a sense of heightened wellbeing with gentle stretching and meditation to start off your day. At our guided meditation sessions on the beach, you'll catch the island as it awakens. Draw inspiration from the gorgeous island surrounds.

Swimming

Slide into the tranquil waters of our stunning freshwater infinity-edge pool situated right on the beach's edge. Gaze out across the expanse of an aquamarine sea as you float, soak or splash your worries away. Protected by outer reefs, the shallow waters of our large lagoon offers an ideal spot for wading, floating or a relaxed swim.

Tennis

Our floodlit tennis courts allow you to continue with a doubles match even after the sun sets. Our fitness centre staff are at hand to provide lessons for beginners or a little bit of a challenge if you're looking for a partner.

Volleyball & Badminton

Feeling waterlogged? Landlubbers can always take part in a pick-up match of volleyball or badminton on the beach - just let us know and we'll provide the nets and equipment and turn a strip of beach into your court.

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Diving

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.

PADI Diving Courses

With such a variety of sites on offer, and our full range of PADI certification courses, our guests are spoiled with choices to meet the needs of all diving levels - from beginners to avid divers with full logbooks! Anantara's instructors always endeavour to match up diving ability to local dive conditions to ensure your safety and enjoyment. From our beginner's discovery courses to more advanced Nitrox, deep water and rescue dives, the Centre has a range of programmes to suit even the most experienced divers.

All courses are taught by PADI-certified instructors, ensuring an unforgettable - and safe - learning experience in one of the world's premier diving destinations. Our class sizes are limited to cater for each guest's needs. Our friendly and professional staff, along with the excellent facilities and open-air classroom of our Indian Ocean paradise, provide the perfect surroundings to explore safely and comfortably.

Orientation Dives

All divers at the Anantara Dive Centre require an orientation dive, unless you have logged a dive within the last three months in Maldives. The orientation dive consists of a dive on our nearby house reef or another local dive site, with an instructor who will get you to demonstrate basic diving skills. After completion, you're ready to move on to more advanced dives or courses, depending on your level and certifications.
Full and Half-Day Diving Safari

Once you've explored some of our beautiful and action-packed local dive sites, taking in stunning sea fans, colourful coral, schools of fusiliers, sea turtles, and even the occasional reef shark or spotted eagle rays, it's time to take to the high seas for a full or half-day diving safari! The Dive Centre offers regularly scheduled diving safaris by speedboat to a number of exciting locations in North or South Malé Atoll or Felidhu Atoll. Or, feel free to talk to our guides and instructors about setting up a privately chartered excursion just for you!

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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. Explore a range of timeless rituals, perfected for your indulgence at http://spa.anantara.com/maldives

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