Naladhu Private Island Maldives

When I hear the phrase “the perfect getaway,” the image that immediately flashes to my mind is one of deep blue oceans, golden sand, and the sound of waves crashing against a shore.

- Baraa Alfaouri

I found all this and more at Naladhu Private Island Maldives, located in Veligandu Huraa in the South Male Atoll, where my family and I spent four blissful nights.

Journey

Our adventure got off to an upbeat start when we boarded a flight from Dubai to Male International Airport, which took around four hours. When we landed, a team from Naladhu met us with a warm welcome, showing us to the VIP lounge and giving us access to free Wi-Fi as well as a variety of cold beverages and snacks as we waited for our luxurious yacht transfer to the resort. It was here where our adventure started. The cruise from the airport to Naladhu was close to 30 mins long, and on the day that we arrived, the weather was cloudy and windy. The island was breathtaking as we approached it, and as we got closer we could see the team on the dock waving at us, which was a lovely touch and one of the highlights of the trip. Disembarking the yacht onto the island, we were handed a heavenly tropical drink and treated to a musical drum performance, both of which were delightful surprises.

Accommodation

Naladhu Private Island has 20 spacious houses offering stunning views, all with private pools, terraces, and outdoor swings. The houses offer intimacy and privacy, which makes the resort ideal for honeymooners as well as families.