If you crave an exclusive and secluded getaway, staying on a private island is the epitome of luxury travel. Experience the ultimate ultra-luxury escape to one of the world’s top private islands – Velaa Private Island in the Maldives. Surrounded by the pristine blue waters of the Indian Ocean, unspoiled nature, world-class offerings, the island resort is the ideal choice for those looking for total privacy and perfect peace.
Land in your private jet at the Maafaru International Airport and be whisked away on Velaa’s luxury yacht in complete isolation to one of the world’s finest private islands. For those landing at the international airport, Velaa Private Island is offering all its guests complimentary CIP arrival and departure service at the airport to ensure a comfortable and relaxed experience. This is an exclusive VIP service offered at the Male International Airport whereby guests will be escorted to the CIP Lounge for immigration clearance, visa and baggage delivery without having to wait in long queues.
The luxury resort comprises of 47 private villas – 18 of which are built over the water and one of which is accessible only by boat, making it feel even more exclusive. Those looking for a private luxurious residential experience should consider choosing one of the four Velaa Private Residences, which offer four bedrooms accommodating up to ten guests. Each of the private residence offers its guests a private interior and exterior area, inclusive of two terraces, large pool, private beach, outdoor lounge and cinema, private spa and plenty of space for each member of the family to relax.
The island offers the most extensive programme of activities in the Maldives: jet-skiing, windsurfing and pedal-boating, as well as hydro flight toys and scuba-diving in the resort’s own dive centre. While golf afficionados will be pleased to know that Velaa Private Island is home to one of the most spectacular golf courses in the world, the Velaa Golf Academy by Olazábal, created in collaboration with the golfing legend and features a stunning golf course and academy.
Those looking for a relaxing and rejuvenating wellness escape can make the most of the Velaa Spa,a wellness sanctuary that curates personalized beauty and wellness experiences. The luxury island prides itself in pioneering some of the most innovative beauty and wellness treatments in the world such as the Cloud 9 relaxation facility.
Home to three upscale restaurants, two bars and the most exclusive wine cellar in the Maldives, Velaa Private Island’s gastronomic offerings are designed with the most sophisticated traveller in mind. Aragu, the signature overwater dining destination at Velaa Private Island, was the first and only restaurant in the Maldives to be recently voted into Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards this year. Velaa Private Island is the realisation of a dream and promises to create exceptional memories to last a lifetime.