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Gili Lankanfushi

It’s hard to resist the charms of this award-winning Maldivian resort, with its rustic-chic style and eco-friendly ethos, its serene atmosphere and impeccable service. The island is lush with tropical vegetation, fringed with coral sands and lapped by a jade-blue lagoon: a lotus-eaters’ paradise.

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ORGANIC GARDEN
ORGANIC GARDEN

Set in the heart of our island is our treasured organic garden abundant with fruit trees, fresh garden greens and exotic herbs.

Taste the freshness of homegrown rocket, beach lettuce, salad, chillies, basil, morning glory, fennel, pomegranates, bananas and more at all of our restaurants.

As no chemical fertilisers or pesticides are used, we are proud to be able to always produce healthy harvests, under the green fingers of our dedicated gardening team.

Feel free to pop in and explore this haven for yourself, or set up a tour with our passionate Executive Chef to learn more. Contact your Mr. Friday to book a garden tour with chef.

UNDERGROUND WINE CELLAR
UNDERGROUND WINE CELLAR

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
FINI FONI

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.

OVERWATER BAR
OVERWATER BAR

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.

On Sundays, our Passage through India Tandoor night sees sizzling meats, spicy specialties and homemade chapatis, rotis, pappadums, 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.

For those craving for grilled meats at dinner, choose from our newly introduced Gili Lava Grill menu with accompaniments and special sauces.

BY THE SEA
BY THE SEA

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.

KASHIVELI
KASHIVELI

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.

GILI TASTINGS

A delightful experience for gourmands to appreciate the finer flavours of different alcoholic beverage


Discover more about beverage with our knowledgeable sommelier, as he takes you on a tasting journey to savour and appreciate different alcoholic beverage ranging from wines to sakes and champagnes pair with artisanal cheeses and homemade chocolates.

DINE UNDER THE STARS

For an unconventional dining experience outside the comforts of a restaurant, a selection from an array of locations around the island for the out of the ordinary dinner moment under the stars.

Let our culinary team spoil you with fine-dining dishes designed to be savoured in extraordinary locations beneath a canopy of stars. Customise your own menu in collaboration with our chef, or let us surprise you. Either way, we will turn the unimaginable into the unforgettable.

GILI WELLNESS JOURNEY
GILI WELLNESS JOURNEY

Relax, Retreat and Rejuvenate are three essentials of Gili Well-Being Journeys at Meera Spa. We understand the stress of a bustling city life and need to care for your inner well-being. Discover holistic and healing treats for the mind, body and soul in a tranquil setting with a focus on purifying and rejuvenating your body for long term benefits. A combination of several treatments involving stretching, pressure points massage, plus Ayurvedic medicated oils and holistic therapy will help uplift your senses. Begin your wellness journey with us and be on your way to a revitalizing road to recovery of inner peace and balance.

MEERA SPA
MEERA SPA

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.

FACILITIES
FACILITIES

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.

COOKING CLASS
COOKING CLASS

Learn to make a traditional Maldivian fish curry, or try your hand at tempura and sushi making with one of our specialist chefs. While the basic preparations will have already been done, lessons will be given about the ingredients and preparation methods. Enjoy learning about new cuisines and cultures as you cook under direction. Once finished, your sumptuous meal awaits.

GILI GOES VOYAGING
GILI GOES VOYAGING

Sail the Indian Ocean on our luxury 14-metre Riviera yacht. Climb on board for a whale shark watching trip, a fishing excursion, or sunset dolphin cruise. Enjoy exclusive transfers to the airport, a private desert island picnic or explore atolls further away. With an en-suite master cabin, two smaller berths and full catering service on board, there’s no finer way to travel.

EXCURSIONS
EXCURSIONS

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.

* SUNSET DOLPHIN CRUISE

After an entertaining and informative briefing, we invite guests to enjoy a relaxing cruise on our comfortable dhoni to see the hundreds of resident Spinner Dolphins as they make their way out of the atoll to fish at night. The entire trip takes 2hrs and is complimented with canapés and champagne, with non-alcoholic drinks available

* SUNSET FISHING TRIP

Our guides will show the guests the traditional Maldivian bottom line fishing techniques targeting edible species of grouper and snapper. The chefs can prepare the fish to eat that night or for the next day’s lunch, according to the guests’ preferences.

* SUNRISE FISHING TRIP

A different kind of fishing experience where we use lures to attract pelagic fishes such as tuna and trevally. A lure is used on each side of the dhoni as it moves in the channel attracting fast swimming hunters. The catch can also be prepared by our chefs to the guests’ preferences.

* BIG GAME FISHING

Using the game fishing boat Sara Coco, we move in to deeper waters to target the larger pelagic including tuna and billfish. The experienced captain and crew can help the guests to bring in the larger fighting fish. We recommend a catch and release program for this kind of fishing to preserve the fish stock.

TENNIS WITH A PRO
TENNIS WITH A PRO

Stay active and fit even on a relaxing holiday at this timeless haven where time stands still. Join our tennis coach here at Gili Lankanfushi, for a bespoke tennis experience created for tennis players of all levels. In partnership with Recreational Tennis Coaching (RTC), we offer a unique recreational tennis program for adults and kids. A fun and enriching way to enjoy the game of tennis.

SURFING WITH TROPICSURF
SURFING WITH TROPICSURF

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.

* SURFING WITH KIDS

Gili Goes Surfing with kids on a 3-day lesson focused around fun and learning how to surf

* LAGOON LESSON

Learn the basics of surfing in the calm lagoon with a Tropicsurf instructor by your side and prepare to catch some waves. All ages welcome.

* DREAM PROGRAMME

Experience the thrill of riding your first wave with your Tropicsurf instructor by side to ensure an experience you will never forget Ages 10 and above

* PERFECT WAVE

Already a surfer? Let us take you to a place to surf that perfect wave. These sessions ensure maximum wave count and some tips thrown in to help you become a better surfer. Surf board not included.

WATERSPORTS
WATERSPORTS

Our blue lagoon is the perfect place for water sports such as windsurfing, kayaking, canoeing and paddle-boarding on complimentary basis. We provide lessons for beginners and for those with experience, we will leave you to explore the blue yonder at leisure. If power and speed is what you are after, we offer wakeboarding, waterskiing, jet skiing, jet blading, fun tubing and private speed boat trips too.

* WINDSURFING LESSONS

Minimum age 8 years old.
A short explanation of wind, board and sail techniques, before heading to the shallow lagoon for some practical fun. One hour is usually enough for beginners to grasp the fundamentals of windsurfing up and down the beach.

* CATAMARAN SAILING LESSONS

Minimum age 8 years old.
Starting with a safety briefing and explanation of controlling direction of the boat, we head to the Wedding Champa for a controlled catamaran sailing session with one of our instructors.

* WATERSKI & WAKEBOARDING

Minimum age 8 years old.
Following a safety briefing and instruction the guests move to the calmer waters behind the Wedding Champa for half an hour of adrenaline charged fun times. Instruction can be offered for complete beginners at only

SNORKELLING
SNORKELLING

Be amazed by the richness and variety that exists in the surrounding shimmering waters of our resort. Just standing on the edge of our timber boardwalks, you can easily spot small sharks and schools of brightly coloured fish.

Pop on a snorkelling mask and pair of fins and head to the 15-metre drop-off zone at the edge of our house reef. Exploring its dazzling coral walls is like swimming in an aquarium and there is a good chance you will see turtles and rays.

Our resident marine biologists run a variety of day and night exploratory guided trips. In the right season, they can take you to see giant manta rays up close and personal.

DIVING
DIVING

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 questionnaire is required before starting any scuba activity.