Indeed, many hotels in the Maldives provide their guests with the opportunity to use bicycles both for quick and convenient movement around the resort (for example, from remote water villas to other resort facilities), and for walks around the island. Moreover, such a service can be available either for a fee or included in the package price.
If you are passionate about cycling and planning to spend an unforgettable vacation in the Maldives, check out our selection of resorts where you can ride a bike and get a boost of vigor and positive emotions. So let's go!
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Sun Island Resort & Spa
The picturesque Sun Island, located in the waters of the South Ari Atoll, has a large number of rooms (462 villas of different categories) and is one of the largest resorts in the country.
As with many of these resorts, there are activities and entertainment for all family members, regardless of age: sports training and relaxation at the spa, cruises and ocean activities, animation programs. Cycling is also available for guests of the island.
Of the natural features of Sun Island, it is worth noting the fact that it is a nature reserve for migratory birds, and vacationers have a unique opportunity to observe some rare representatives of the fauna.
Connoisseurs of nature and eco-products should take a stroll through the botanical garden, and then look into the ZERO restaurant, located on a hill among the treetops. As you walk along with the chef, you can select the ingredients for your exclusive dinner.
Snorkeling and diving enthusiasts should definitely visit DiveOceanus, where you will be offered to swim with manta rays, whale sharks and other marine life.
Sun Island Resort & Spa
Meeru Island Resort & Spa
Just an hour's boat ride from Velana International Airport, at the easternmost point of North Male Atoll is another award-winning resort offering family-friendly, personalized service and home comforts.
Meeru Island is great for families with children of all ages, including the little ones. The resort has a Komas Kids Club for children aged 3-12, as well as activities for teenagers aged 13-17, play areas and a children's pool. For young guests, there are special excursion programs and entertainment, cycling, snorkeling and a children's diving course. And the island itself is large enough for children to play without inconvenience to guests who prefer a relaxing holiday.
While children are passionate about their activities, their parents can:
- enjoy a beach holiday or relax by the pool, designed for guests aged 18 and over;
- awaken the spirit of adventure while practicing water sports;
- explore the underwater world with Euro-Divers Maldives experts ;
- visit a fitness center or spa;
- play tennis, billiards and other board games;
- visit a souvenir shop and a museum, where ancient objects of Maldivian art and life are presented. During a visit to the museum, you can learn how the ancient Maldivians dressed, cooked and studied. Of particular interest to both adults and young visitors is the skeleton of a blue whale.
The whole family can also go on one of the many excursions, recreational activities including Maldivian drum shows, bike rides and more.
Meeru Island Resort & Spa
Anantara Dhigu и Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
The Anantara concept originated in Thailand in 2001. Today this name is known in the countries of Europe, Asia, the Middle East of Africa and the Indian Ocean. Each hotel has its own personality. However, a common feature that unites all Anantara hotels is consistently high quality service and customer care.
After sailing about 25 kilometers from the Maldives capital, you will find yourself at the Anantara Dhigu resort, whose guests are expected:
- 110 beachfront villas and overwater suites;
- an overwater spa with panoramic ocean views;
- surfing training and active leisure on the water;
- entertainment activities for children and adults;
- Visits to partner resort Veli (for guests 18+ or families with dinner reservations).
Located in Baa Atoll, Anantara Kihavah Resort offers 80 villas and residences ranging from 250 square meters to enjoy a tropical barefoot getaway.
In addition to good snorkeling and diving, guests will find: an observatory and an open-air cinema, tennis courts, a variety of excursions and entertainment. However, the resort's main highlight is the Sea Underwater Restaurant, which serves Maldivian and international cuisine, as well as seafood, complemented by fine wines and panoramic views of the beauty of the underwater world.
Anantara Dhigu
Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences (Amilla Fushi)
Situated on the lush island of Baa Atoll, this 5-star resort offers 67 spacious villas and residences ranging from 200 square meters, the vast majority located above the water. Also, guests will find high-quality service and almost 23 hectares of territory, where there is a place for recreation and games, sports and relaxation, cycling and other entertainment.
70% of the island is covered with unspoiled green vegetation, which gives you the opportunity to independently explore every corner of it, find secret beaches and discover your own places for secluded relaxation.
The resort's restaurants and bars offer a variety of dining options, from gourmet food to pizza and light snacks, as well as vegetarian and pescatarian specialties. The Amilla Wine Cellar houses thousands of labels of Old and New World wines.
The resort has a Sultan's Village kids club, Javvu Spa, a modern fitness center and a rather unusual Jungle Gymnasium. The uniqueness of the Jungle Gym lies in the fact that it is located under a majestic banyan tree, and its equipment is created from natural materials.
The resort also has a large soccer field, where tournaments are often held, two floodlit tennis courts, a jogging / cycling track in the shade of the jungle.
Bicycles can be provided for guests to travel around the island. And for teenagers in the evenings they organize tours around the island on glowing bicycles.
According to the ecological policy of the resort, it is not customary to fish, feed stingrays or sharks here. But guests are offered a wide range of excursions, including fishing, diving and snorkeling tours, during which they can fully enjoy the beauty of the ocean.
Just 100 meters from the main beach is such a famous snorkeling location as Blue Hole, and 8 kilometers from the resort is Hanifaru Bay, world famous for its huge concentrations of manta rays and whale sharks.
Another feature of the resort is Amilla Glamping. If you've never tried to combine outdoor activities with 5-star comfort, Amilla has the opportunity to do just that. A night under the stars in a transparent, well-equipped, waterproof, climate-controlled capsule with ocean views nestled in a secluded jungle leafy setting, a romantic dinner, champagne and revitalizing treatments will last long in your memory.
Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences (Amilla Fushi)
Soneva Fushi
Another luxury hotel in Baa Atoll, guests can stay in one of the elegant villas and experience the benefits of a 5-star holiday. Resort guests can:
- take an evening astronomical dinner cruise or an overnight picnic on a sandbank;
- go on an underwater trip with a marine biologist or on a tour of private residences;
- visit Hanifaru Bay, located just 20 minutes by boat from Soneva Fushi;
- go snorkeling, diving, and surfing at one of the surf spots of Baa Atoll, located 30 minutes from the resort;
- master a variety of water sports;
- dine in a secret place in the jungle;
- get to know the culture of local people while traveling to the local islands of Eydhafushi and Maalhos;
- watch a movie in a private cinema;
- learn the art of blowing glass at Art & Glass Studio;
- attend private astronomy lessons or events from experts in the field of fitness, wellness and culinary arts. And for bibliophiles, events and lectures dedicated to literature will be a real find.
Also, guests of the resort receive free bicycles, helmets (on request) and can take a fascinating bike ride around the island.
Soneva Fushi
Lux* South Ari Atoll
The name of this resort speaks for itself. Here are all the components of a luxury holiday: 8 categories of stunning villas and bungalows, 8 restaurants and 5 bars for all tastes, a wide range of wellness treatments at the Lux * Me Spa, personalized fitness classes, many land and water activities, and first class service, of course.
For lovers of active recreation, cycling, tennis, volleyball and yoga, kitesurfing, jet skis, windsurfing, water skiing and a variety of excursions are provided.
The hotel's 5-star dive center offers diving at various dive sites and diving training for guests aged 8 and over.
In addition, there are two locations for young guests: PLAY (for children 3-12 years old) and Studio 17 (for teenagers 12-17 years old), where they can enjoy entertainment in accordance with their age and interests.
Lux* South Ari Atoll
Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi
A 50-minute seaplane flight from Male Airport to Shaviyani Atoll brings you to the stunning tropical resort of Fairmont Maldives. Guests can choose from 120 comfortable villas ranging from 160 to 500 meters.
Guests staying in two and three-bedroom overwater villas can use the bicycles free of charge to explore the resort and island. And guests staying at Water and Grand Water Villas, Beach and Deluxe Beach can ride a bike for a fee of US $ 25 per day.
The hotel's restaurants serve Maldivian, Asian and International cuisine, as well as fresh seafood.
Willow Stream Spa, located in a 2,000 square meter wellness center, offers carefully selected treatments and the opportunity to relax by the 50-meter adult-only swimming pool. And the professionals of the fitness center will help you choose a set of exercises that matches the level of physical fitness, age and characteristics of the client.
Also, the leisure of vacationers will help to diversify culinary and art workshops, yoga and tennis classes, diving, excursions and visits to the manta ray cleaning station.
However, the most surprising feature of the resort is the so-called Coralarium - the first and only coral regeneration project in the Maldives in the form of an underwater art installation.
Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi
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