Overview
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat is a little island paradise in South Ari Atoll, Maldives. During your stay, you can go on a journey of self-discovery in one of the most beautiful places in the world. The remoteness and tranquilly of island life combine for a truly Maldivian experience. The resort has a design that unites rustic beauty with subtle luxury and style.
You can arrive at the resort in 35 minutes by seaplane from Velana International Airport. The resort has only 30 villas, is composed of 10 beach villas and 20 water villas, and has 1 hectare of land in total. You can experience the feeling of being cast away on a peaceful desert island, where you can relax in utter tranquilly, safe in the knowledge that a team of kind, experienced staff is on hand to look after your needs.
The stresses of everyday life melt away in simple but comfortable places with little modern technology. This lets you get back in touch with nature and relax your body and mind.
There are natural spa treatments and fun ocean activities to keep you busy, and the dive staff is great and will help you see the most beautiful marine life.
Natural materials, traditional design elements, and the warm hospitality of the Maldives all add up to a stay you won’t forget and will want to visit every year.
The resort takes its name from the island it is located on, the beautiful island of Thelu Veliga.
Starting from
499
Location
Thelu Veliga Island
Ari Atholhu Dhekunuburi (Alifu Dhaalu Atoll)
Transfer Time
35 minutes
Transfer Mode
Seaplane
Rooms
30
Distance from Airport
90km
Nearest International Airport
Velana International Airport
Accommodations
Beach Villa
One Bedroom Beach Villa
These villas are tucked away on the shores amongst lush vegetation, ensuring seclusion and privacy. Each Beach Villa provides direct access to the beach with views of the crystal-clear water beyond.
Maximum occupancy: 02 Adults
Total floor area: 39 m²
- Air Conditioning
- Bathroom Amenities
- In Room Safe
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Sun Loungers
- Outdoor Seating
- Hand Carved Furniture
- Direct Beach Access
- King Sized Bed With Traditional Net Canopy
The villas are located on the shore and ensure complete seclusion and privacy. The villas offer unrivalled vistas of the pristine white beach and crystal clear waters beyond.
The rooms are elegantly designed with bright colors and hand-carved wooden furniture and feature a canopy that encircles a large king-sized bed.
Half Board breakfast and dinner is included with every offer with the option to upgrade the meal plan at the time of booking.
The resort is a 35 minute seaplane flight away from Velana International Airport.
Check AvailibilityWater Villa
One Bedroom Water Villa
These Water Villa are poised over the island’s turquoise lagoon and offer guests the opportunity to witness the beauty of the Maldives directly from the privacy of their own terrace. Complete with a stunning bathroom providing a bath and separate shower, and direct access to the clear waters below, these Water Villas provide guests with the perfect island escape.
Maximum occupancy: 02 Adults
Total floor area: 54 m²
- Over the Water
- Direct Lagoon Access
- Ocean View
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- In Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Bathroom Amenities
- Bathtub
- King Sized Bed With Traditional Net Canopy
- Private Terrace
The villas are perched directly over the turquoise lagoon which you can access from the ocean staircase.
The rooms feature a private terrace, king-sized bed, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a bathroom with a stylish designer bathtub.
Half Board breakfast and dinner is included with every offer with the option to upgrade the meal plan at the time of booking.
The resort is a 35 minute seaplane flight away from Velana International Airport.
Check AvailibilityDining
Restaurants
THE RESTAURANT
The main restaurant on the island, located near the beach.
Cuisine: Seafood, Local Delicacies, Buffet
Restaurant Type: Signature Restaurant, À la Carte Restaurant, Set Menu Dining
Dietary Preferences / Allergies: Please Inform Us of Any Special Dietary Requirements in Advance of Your Arrival
The restaurant offers guests three daily buffet-style meals serving international cuisine in a stunning open-air setting. The expert chefs at Drift prepare mouthwatering dishes for guests with a special tropical flair. Each evening there is a different theme with live cooking stations. There is also an a la carte menu.
Breakfast: 07:00 hrs - 09:30 hrs
Lunch: 12:00 hrs - 14:00 hrs
Dinner: 18:30 hrs - 21:30 hrs
- Open Air Dinning
Bars & Lounges
THE BAR
Cocktail Bar, Beachfront Bar
This beachside bar offers a selection of beverages and bar snacks to guests through the day.
You can order from a selection of alcoholic / non-alcoholic cocktails, soft drinks and wines and liquors available at the bar. You could also relax on the beachfront just beside the bar while enjoying a cocktail, you can watch the breathtaking Maldivian sunset. Relax and socialise with other guests while enjoying light refreshments served throughout the day.
Daily: 09:00 hrs - 23:00 hrs
- Sunset View
Excursions
ISLAND SCUBA DIVE CENTRE
Dive on the house reef or some of the many reefs worth seeing nearby.
Guests looking to experience diving for the first time would find this resort to be an ideal destination. The Dive School uses the islands blue lagoon to train new divers. For all guests seeking to refresh their skills a dive of the resorts house reef must not be missed. The region of South Ari Atoll, where the resort is located, has many interesting dive locations nearby. Whether you are new to diving or an experienced scuba diver Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat is brilliant place to visit for a diving holiday.
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Daily: 08:00 hrs - 18:00 hrs
DRIFT WATER SPORT CENTRE
Choose from a range of activities from watersports to excursions
There are plenty of excursions and water based activities and excursions on offer at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat. South Ari Atoll is known for its Whale Shark Spotting opportunities especially during the summer months. Guests can enjoy an array of exciting water sports on offer at the resort, travel around the region for a snorkelling safari or paddle in a canoe around the islands crystal blue lagoon. You can also book romantic experiences at the resort during your stay whether a sunset cruise or even a visit to a desert island for a private picnic.
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daily: 09:00 hrs - 18:00 hrs
- Stand Up Paddleboard
Spa
DRIFT SPA
Overwater Spa
Inspired by nature with a breathtaking view of the Indian Ocean , the overwater spa is a peaceful and refreshing haven.
The boutique Drift Spa has a carefully selected menu of treatments from Indonesia, Thailand and India with 03 over-water treatment rooms, utilising natural and organic products. You can get a massage treatment, enriching facials or stimulating body treatment, all carried out by expert therapists trained to restore inner harmony.
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Open daily from: 09:00 hrs - 20:00 hrs
- Massage
- Facial Treatment
- Body Treatments
Facilities
In the Villa
In the Bathroom
Resort Facilities
Gallery
Policies
CHECK IN & CHECK OUT
- The standard check-in time is 14:00 Hrs on the day of arrival. Early check-in requires the booking of an additional night at the full nightly rate.
- The standard check-out time is 12:00 Hrs on the day of departure. Late checkout requires the booking of an additional night at the full nightly rate.