Dhoni Island

This romantic little gem provides the unique opportunity to combine Maldivian traditional heritage with all the ‘trimmings’ of modern day decadence. Imagine lying on the deck of a timber boat, the crystal waters lapping against the side of the hull, a gentle breeze ‘tickling’ your skin - and your very own dedicated butler - a ‘Thakuru’ - on call 24 hours a day at Dhoni Island, these ‘castaway island fantasies’ actually become a reality

On arrival in Malé, you will be whisked away over the necklace of glistening atolls on a glorious 30 minute seaplane flight to the Ari Atoll where your Robinson Crusoe island awaits. Alternatively, weather conditions permitting, we can arrange for your private ‘Dhoni’ to be waiting for you - so that you can step aboard immediately, and sail to your island home with a glass of champagne in hand!

Your luxuriously appointed ‘Dhoni’ is a 65ft traditionally handcrafted Maldivian sailboat with an ivory sail and motor, complete with your own captain, two crew and 24 hour ‘Thakuru’ who will ensure that your every wish is fulfilled. But paradise doesn’t stop there each Dhoni is partnered with an intimate thatched bungalow scattered along the island’s powdery white sands - yours for your use whenever you come ashore. Four of the bungalows even have a private plunge pool.

The island also has a relaxing Sen Spa with open air treatment rooms, a restaurant (the chef will gladly personalise the menu to excite your palate) and even a 24 hour bar - paradise surely doesn’t get any better than this!

PRICES Prices per person for 7 nights in a Dhoni partnered with a beach bungalow range from £3978 in low season to £5244 in high season including all meals, 24 hour open bar, gourmet picnic hampers, a complimentary 2 X 30 min massage per couple and the return seaplane transfer. A minimum 10 night stay applies over the Christmas and New Year period. Flights from the UK from £493 (including £140 tax) with Qatar Air