GILI LANKANFUSHI MALDIVES
LUXURY IN YOUR OWN WAY, AT YOUR OWN PACE
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives
Above the ocean, beneath the stars. Your own private villa overlooking an endless ocean. You have arrived.
A warm ocean breeze, the feeling of sand between your toes, the vivid blues of the sky and the sea. At Gili Lankanfushi, spend your days doing exactly what you please. Nourish your body with locally sourced ingredients and global flavors, watch the sunset from your rustic-luxe villa, and fall asleep listening to the lapping of calm waters.
- 45 Overwater Villas of Barefoot Luxury
- Eco-Friendly Design & Sustainable Living
- Mr./Ms. Fridays, Your Dedicated Island Host
- Organic Garden & Fresh Island Produce
- Coral Lines Project for Reef Restoration
- The Private Reserve: World’s Largest Stand-alone Overwater Villa
BAREFOOT DELUXE
Overview
Facilities
Recreation
Villa Suite
Spread across two floors, each boasts an open-air living room, a spacious bathroom, and a private rooftop terrace from which you can take in the tropical scenery. With direct ocean access, spend your days swimming and snorkelling around the coral gardens at the base of your sundeck. At night, lounge on catamaran nets while spotting shooting stars.
Useful Information
- Direct ocean access
- Private rooftop
- Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets
- Semi open-air private bathroom with infinity tub
- Separate glass-walled shower area and seclude ocean access
Room Facilities
- Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours.
- Bamboo bicycles for every guest
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Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access
- Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
- Semi open-air private bathroom with infinity tub, separate glass-walled shower area and seclude ocean access
- Open-air living room with one daybed and dining table
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Mini wine chiller
- Minibar and Nespresso machine
- Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
- State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
- Chess table
- Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Gili Lagoon Villa
Gili Lagoon Villas face west, offering spectacular sunset views. The thatched-roof, one-bedroom hideaways are spread across two floors and feature open-air living rooms, spacious bathrooms, and private rooftop terraces. Bask in the sun on the deck or swim out to your private water hammock. Eagle rays, reef sharks, and shoals of luminescent fish may pass you by.
Useful Information
- Sunset view
- Private water hammock
- Direct ocean access
- Private rooftop
- Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets
- Semi open-air private bathroom with infinity tub
- Separate glass-walled shower area and seclude ocean access
Room Facilities
- Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours.
- Bamboo bicycle for every guest
- Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access
- Private water hammock
- Spacious master bedroom with king-sized and daybed
- Semi open-air private bathroom with a standalone tub, separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access
- Open-air living room with one daybed and dining table
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Mini wine chiller
- Minibar and Nespresso machine
- Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
- State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
- Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Villa Suite with Pool
An infinity pool appears to drop into the ocean, giving guests the impression of a never-ending swim lane. Relax in multiple open-air living and dining spaces or seek refuge on the second-floor terrace, which offers expansive views of swaying palms and sparkling seas. Other luxurious extras include a catamaran net for snoozing in the sun and a deep-soaking tub for bathing en plein air.
Useful Information
- Infinity pool
- Direct ocean access
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Catamaran nets overlooking the sparkling turquoise lagoon
- Semi open-air private bathroom with infinity tub
- Separate glass-walled shower area and seclude ocean access
Room Facilities
- Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours
- Pool area 19 sqm
- Bamboo bicycles or for every guest
- An extended sundeck area parallel to the villa with an infinity pool, sun loungers, two daybeds, and catamaran nets overlooking the sparkling turquoise lagoon
- Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
- Semi open-air private bathroom with a standalone tub, separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access
- Open-air living room with one daybed and dining table
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Mini wine chiller
- Minibar and Nespresso machine
- Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
- State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
- Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Residence
Located at the secluded end of Jetty 1 are two ocean-facing luxury Residence villas. Large enough for families of four, each comes with a master bedroom, air-conditioned living room, and spacious semi open-air bathroom with a tub, glass-walled shower, and direct ocean access. After a day exploring our island, retreat to your rooftop terrace where your Mr. Friday can set up a bed beneath the stars.
Useful Information
- Ocean facing
- Direct ocean access
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Catamaran nets overlooking the sparkling turquoise lagoon
- Semi open-air private bathroom with infinity tub
- Separate glass-walled shower area and seclude ocean access
Room Facilities
- Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours.
- Bamboo bicycle for every guest
- Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access
- Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
- Semi open-air private bathroom with tub, separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access
- Spacious air-conditioned living room with two daybeds and dining table
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Mini wine chiller
- Minibar and Nespresso machine
- Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
- State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
- Personal safe, air-conditioning and fanst
Crusoe Residence with Island View
Located a short boat ride away from shore, our stand-alone Island View Crusoe Residences feature rustic wood accents, glass floor panels for viewing the aquatic life underfoot, and walls-as-windows looking out to turquoise waters and a neighbouring local island. Each accommodation comes with a master bedroom, an air-conditioned living room (which can be converted into a second bedroom), a spacious semi-open bathroom, and a private rooftop for sweeping views of the surroundings.
Useful Information
- Stand-alone Residences
- Glass floor panels for viewing the aquatic life underfoot
- Direct ocean access
- own private motorised boat or resort pontoon to and from the island
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Catamaran nets overlooking the sparkling turquoise lagoon
- Semi open-air private bathroom with infinity tub
- Separate glass-walled shower area and seclude ocean access
- Spacious air-conditioned living room with two daybeds and dining table
Room Facilities
- Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours.
- Your own private motorised boat or resort pontoon to and from the island
- Bamboo bicycle for every guest, while on the island
- Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access.
- Private water hammock
- Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
- Semi open-air private bathroom with tub, separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access.
- Spacious air-conditioned living room with two daybeds and dining table
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Mini wine chiller
- Mini-bar and Nespresso machine
- Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
- State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
- Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Sunset Crusoe Residence
Stand-alone Sunset Crusoe Residences are located a short boat ride away from our island and boast some of the Maldives’ best sunset views. The bi-level accommodations each come with a master bedroom, an air-conditioned living room (which can be converted into a second bedroom), a spacious semi-open bathroom, and a private rooftop terrace from which you can spot manta rays and other aquatic life. For even closer-up views, lounge on the residence’s netted daybeds, which hover above the water’s surface.
Useful Information
- Sunset view
- Stand-alone Residences
- Glass floor panels for viewing the aquatic life underfoot
- Direct ocean access
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Catamaran nets overlooking the sparkling turquoise lagoon
- Semi open-air private bathroom with infinity tub
- Separate glass-walled shower area and seclude ocean access
Room Facilities
- Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours.
- Your own private motorised boat or resort pontoon to and from the island
- Bamboo bicycle for every guest, while on the island
- Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access.
- Private water hammock
- Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
- Semi open-air private bathroom with tub, separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access.
- Spacious air-conditioned living room with two daybeds and dining table
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Mini wine chiller
- Mini-bar and Nespresso machine
- Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
- State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
- Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Gili Lagoon Residence
This residence is ideal for those who take their leisure seriously. Relax on your rooftop terrace, snooze in your hammock over the sea, or descend into crystal-clear waters from sun deck. Spread across two floors, this 250-square-meter residence comes with a master bedroom, air-conditioned living room, and spacious semi open-air bathroom, among other barefoot luxe spaces.
Useful Information
- Direct ocean access
- Private water hammock
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
Room Facilities
- Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours.
- Bamboo bicycle for every guest.
- Overwater sundeck with catamaran nets, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access.
- Private water hammock
- Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
- Semi open-air private bathroom with tub, separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access.
- Spacious air-conditioned living room with two daybeds and dining table
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Mini wine chiller
- Mini-bar and Nespresso machine
- Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
- State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
- Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Residence with Pool
Feel the ocean breeze as you sunbathe on a large catamaran net hovering above water’s surface, taking refreshing dips in your oversized infinity pool and enjoying direct access to the Indian Ocean. Inside, the expansive living and dining room have unobstructed views of the blue, and a semi open-air bathroom comes with a glass-walled shower and a standalone tub.
Useful Information
- Direct ocean access
- Private water hammock
- Infinity pool
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
Room Facilities
- Pool area 24 sqm
- Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours.
- Bamboo bicycle for every guest
- An extended sundeck area parallel to the residence with an infinity pool, sun loungers, dining table, daybed, and a large catamaran net overlooking the sparkling turquoise lagoon
- Spacious master bedroom with king-sized bed and daybed
- Semi open-air private bathroom with a standalone tub, separate glass-walled shower area and secluded ocean access
- Spacious air-conditioned living room with two daybeds and dining table
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and dining facilities
- Mini wine chiller
- Minibar and Nespresso machine
- Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
- State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
- Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Sunset Two-Bedroom Villa
Perched at the end of our western-facing jetty, the Sunset Two-Bedroom Villa is an open-air oasis with unrivalled views of the surrounding seascape. The spacious master bedroom includes a semi open-air bathroom as well as an outdoor tub and shower. Two large, air-conditioned living rooms provide ample living (and extra sleeping) spaces. When you’re not dozing off in the sun, hit your private gym, steam room, or rooftop Maldivian swing. Or wander off the secluded Three Palm Island to unwind in a sumptuous cabana.
Useful Information
- 01 King bed and 02 twin beds
- Direct ocean access
- Private water hammock
- Private wellness and workout room
- Pantry area with mini wine chiller
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and Maldivian swing
Room Facilities
- One spacious en suite master bedroom king-sized bed and daybed
- Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours.
- Bamboo bicycle for every guest
- An extended deck with dining area, overwater deck with sun loungers and direct ocean access
- One en suite guest room with indoor jacuzzi and pantry
- Semi open-air private bathroom with tub and separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access
- Living room with dining facilities, pantry and powder room
- Rooftop terrace with daybed and Maldivian swing
- Private wellness and workout room
- Pantry area with mini wine chiller
- Minibar and Nespresso machine
- State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
- Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
Two-Bedroom Villa with Pool
Facing the eastern side of the island, these exclusive two-bedroom villas boast the most spectacular sunrise vistas. At the center of the villa is an overwater sundeck with a catamaran net, daybeds, sun loungers, and an L-shaped swimming pool that appears to extend into crystal-clear waters below. Other amenities include a spacious en suite master bedroom, an en suite guest room, a living room with Indian Ocean views, and a private rooftop terrace— the perfect spot to gather as a family or group of friends to enjoy a meal or a sundowner.
Useful Information
- 01 Master bedroom and 01 Guest room
- Direct ocean access
- An extended deck with walkway to living room
- L-shaped pool
- Sun loungers and daybeds
Room Facilities
- Pool area 32 sqm
- Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours.
- Bamboo bicycle for every guest
- An extended deck with walkway to living room, L-shaped pool, sun loungers, daybeds and direct ocean access
- One spacious en-suite master bedroom with king-sized bed, daybed and pool view
- One en suite guest room
- Semi open-air private bathroom with tub and separate glass walled shower area and secluded ocean access
- Living room with large living space, dining area, pantry and powder room
- Pantry area with mini wine chiller
- Minibar and Nespresso machine
- Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
- State-of-the-art Bose sound system with Bluetooth connection
- Personal safe, air-conditioning and fans
The Private Reserve
Set in the middle of a sparkling, turquoise lagoon, Gili Lankanfushi’s Private Reserve is the ultimate in privacy, sophistication, and seclusion. Sprawled across multi-level tiers, this rustic-chic fort of dreams is where you can live out your wildest dreams. Step inside the expansive villa and explore its sophisticated open-air interiors and amenities: an infinity swimming pool, spacious sundecks, a couple’s spa pavilion with a sauna and steam room, an air-conditioned gymnasium, cinema, bar, and even a water slide that drops into the sea. A private boat is yours to come and go as you please—most people, however, never find the excuse to leave.
Useful Information
- Two en suite master bedroom
- Two en suite guest room on the second level
- Uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean
- Infinity pool on upper sun deck
- Direct ocean access
Room Facilities
- Mr./Ms. Friday service on call 24 hours.
- Luxury yacht for arrivals and departures
- Personal, easy-to-use motorised transfer boats exclusive to guests.
- Bamboo bicycle for all guests, while on island
- Infinity pool on upper sun deck with enhanced Bose sound system
- Sea level sundecks with sun loungers, and catamaran nets
- Two en suite master bedroom
- Two en suite guest room on the second level
- Two en suite master bedroom
- Semi open-air private bathroom with tub and separate glass-walled shower area and secluded ocean access
- Living room including a workstation equipped with a laptop and printer
- One rooftop terrace with daybed and two outdoor dining pavilion
- A large, central open-plan living area with direct access to sea garden
- Private indoor and outdoor relaxation areas with direct ocean access
- A water slide is available from the top deck leading into the private lagoon swimming area
- Private cinema with enhanced Bose sound entertainment system on the second level of the central living area
- Private couples’ spa with sauna, steam room, indoor and outdoor treatment pavilion
- An air-conditioned gymnasium on the second level
- A fully equipped kitchen available for private dining, snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage
- Residences of this exclusive villa are invited to design their own wine cellar selection from our list of 400 labels
- Internet access, television with satellite channels and on-demand movie listing
- State-of-the-art Bose sound system available with Bluetooth connection
Wine & Dine
Kashiveli
Dine with toes in the sand at Kashiveli, which translates as “coral sands” in the local Dhivehi language. Steeped in a sense of place, Kashiveli spotlights fresh, nutritious ingredients—sourced from our organic garden and local waters—in a breezy outdoor environment. At night, the restaurant transforms into a buzzy night market, with globe-trotting flavours reimagined through locally grown produce. Guests will be transported to Bangkok, Marrakech, New Delhi and other foodie capitals — all from Gili’s idyllic island setting.
Useful Information
- Daily breakfast, Dinners with theme nights and Gili Culinary Journey
Service Hours
- Breakfast: 07:30 AM to 10:30 AM
- Dinner: 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
By The Sea
Surrounded by a tropical jungle and sweeping ocean views, our Japanese-fusion signature restaurant is a feast of the senses. Savour the freshest ingredients sourced locally, from exquisite hand rolls, sashimi, to seasonal specialities. Let our skilled teppanyaki chef put on a show, demonstrating his culinary prowess with artfulness and precision for an entertaining and unforgettable dinner. Rounding out the lures is an extensive sake list that’s sure to impress the most discerning of connoisseurs.
Useful Information
- Japanese fusion restaurant, Teppanyaki
Service Hours
- Lunch: 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM (Wednesday only)
- Dinner: 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM
- Teppanyaki Dinner: 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Fini Foni
Swing by Fini Foni (which in Dhivehi means “cold sweet”) and order a popsicle or ice cream, all handmade using natural ingredients. Located by the pool and a stone’s throw from the tennis court, it’s the perfect place for a pick-me-up, a mouth-watering snack, or a hand-crafted cocktail.
Useful Information
- Pool Bar, Homemade Ice creams and Sorbets
Overwater Bar
Standing on stilts above the lagoon, the Overwater Bar is the place to enjoy a light lunch, sunset cocktails, or a seafood dinner—with a side of panoramic sea views. Vegetables and herbs are plucked daily from our garden and the fresh catch is reeled in every morning. As sunset turns the sky afire, the Overwater Bar becomes a favourite gathering spot to watch the sun slip below the horizon with a tropical cocktail in hand.
Useful Information
- Sunset Cocktails, Lunches and Dinners
Service Hours
- Lunch: 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM
- Dinner: 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Underground Wine Cellar
Discover more than 500 varieties of wine from world-acclaimed and up-and-coming regions in our cavernous cellar. Our team of sommeliers will help you find the perfect bottle for the occasion—old world, new world, organic, biodynamic, or even non-alcoholic—regaling you with colourful, informative stories about the world’s most influential winemakers. Take your tasting to the next level by sampling gourmet dishes and wine pairings that have been hand-selected by our sommeliers.s.
Useful Information
- Wine dinners, wine tasting
Organic Garden
We’re proud to offer one of the Maldives’ most comprehensive plant-based menu, with more than 100 veggie-forward recipes created by chef Hari. Guests can enjoy a plant-based tasting menu complete with organic wines in the property’s garden or take part in a private vegan cooking class.
Useful Information
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Wellness
Meera Spa
Ancient healing practices from all over the world form the basis of our wellness program at Meera Spa, a holistic haven set on a secluded bay. Over-water treatment rooms are airy and light, with expansive views and sea breezes. Highly skilled therapists use luxurious concoctions blended from our garden’s plants and herbs to soothe and promote balance, and a rotating roster of visiting practitioners bring the world’s best to our island’s shores. Each session begins with a mineral-rich sea salt foot bath and draws on the beauty of the surroundings to promote deeper relaxation and a state of ahh.
Fitness
Keep up your fitness goals at our glass-walled fitness center, which looks out over lush greenery and the Indian Ocean in the distance. You’ll feel refreshed in the airy and bright space, which is equipped with cutting-edge cardio and weight training equipment.
Experiences
Sunset on Castaway
Escape to a private platform surrounded by endless ocean horizons. Sip champagne as the sky transforms into a canvas of gold and crimson
Destination Dining Experiences
Dine in extraordinary settings—from secluded sandbanks to starlit beaches. Elevate the senses with Dining for Senses, a blindfolded culinary journey that transforms taste into pure discovery.
Coral Lines Project
Hang your own coral line and follow its growth online, helping regenerate Gili Lankanfushi Maldives’ vibrant reefs with the marine biologist.
Private Cinema Under the Star
Sustainability
Features
- Coral Lines Project
- Sea Grass Protection
- Solar Energy Integration
- Organic Garden
- STP for eco-conscious operations
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With a long list of well satisfied regular clients from around the world due to our reliable and fast communication, we are proud to be the leading tour operator worldwide for several Maldives resorts. Due to our sales team who has firsthand experience of all properties we sell in the Maldives; we know it all and are happy to share our knowledge with our partners to ensure we curate the perfect holiday for the client.
In addition to consistently achieving several top producer awards from our partners, we are humbled to have received the Best Travel Agent award at the Maldives Tourism Award Ceremony 2022. It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff, who are committed to providing high-quality service to our clients.
