Naladhu - Maldives - Sports, Entertainment & Excursions
- Sports & Activities
Some of Naladhu's best views can be found below the surface. The resorts on-site PADI Dive Centre offers a full range of courses – from first-timer to fanatic – to help you explore one of the world's premier diving destinations.
At Naladhu, the resort invites you to revel in the splendour of our Maldives island paradise – at your own pace. The resort offers unique and all-inclusive scuba, diving, snorkeling and other unique adventures to explore the beauty of the Maldives.
Or, if you'd prefer to stick to the surface, enjoy an afternoon of windsurfing, kayaking, snorkelling, deep-sea fishing or sailing to deserted islands off the horizon. For a true adrenalin rush and the ultimate view, nothing beats a seaplane adventure. Soar over this resplendent island paradise and touch down to discover some truly off-the-beaten-path destinations.
In search of local colour? Let a motorboat whisk you away for a day of shopping in the bustling markets of Malé, one of the world's most unique capital cities. Or, unwind on the decks of a luxurious dhoni, the traditional Maldivian sailboat. Cruise at your whim or picnic on a completely deserted island. Return just in time to enjoy the perfect Naladhu sunset from your private plunge pool.
Back on the island, Naladhu also features a fully equipped air-conditioned fitness centre and beachfront lap pool. Our on-staff yoga and meditation instructors can help you elevate your state of mind through individual guided sessions or organised group classes.
- Available Facilities:
Bar Fishing trips Restaurants Boating Gym Safe Deposit Breakfast available Internet LAN (laptop) Scuba Diving Canoeing Library Snorkeling Excursions PADI Dive School
- Diving
With classes ranging from scuba discovery to advanced open-water, wreck diving and even rescue dives, our Naladhu residents, from first-timer to fanatic, are sure to find an adventure suited to their abilities. Every day, the centre offers up to four dives at a variety of locations – in fact, within a half-hour radius of our island, there are no less than 20 world-class dives to enjoy.
All dives are guided and divided into small groups for maximum comfort and enjoyment underwater. Just bring yourself, as the Dive Centre has everything else you require – towels, equipment, suits and onboard refreshments. Your House Master can arrange a gourmet picnic lunch of your choice. Just choose your desert island.
For our more laid-back residents, we offer a variety of snorkelling excursions to neighbouring reefs, manta ray “cleaning stations” and of course our own nearby house reef teeming with underwater beauty. Embark on an adventure via catamaran, dhoni or Naladhu launch to locations near and far afield. Given the beauty of the Maldives, the journey is unforgettable in itself.
- Water Sports
Kayak to a nearby desert island. Water ski over a placid emerald lagoon. Take in a bird’s-eye view of paradise in a seaplane photo flight at sunset. Try your hand at wakeboarding or surfing on the Indian Ocean. All in a day’s adventure at Naladhu!
We’ll give you an easy start to some water sports adventures with the complimentary canoes provided for you to enjoy the beautiful (and calm) lagoon fronting the island. For those feeling a bit more adventurous, have a go at windsurfing. Don’t worry if it’s your first try – we’ll encourage you with a lesson or two that will enable you to enjoy the wind and sea in a new and challenging way.
Surfers will discover that these sparkling islands offer ideal surfing conditions. With a handful of some of the best surfing destinations in the Maldives only a quick launch ride from Naladhu, you’ll never have a better opportunity to try this exhilarating sport.
- Sailing
The warm ocean breeze tickling your hair. The rustle of canvas sails above. Naladhu’s own fleet of luxury launches, catamarans and sailing yachts are available for charter, fishing trips and island-hopping adventures all around the South Male Atoll. The experienced (or adventurous) can harness the power of the winds and hone their knot-tying skills in the calm waters of the Indian Ocean, or more relaxed residents can simply unwind on deck with champagne or a cocktail (and awe-inspiring tropical views) while our experienced local skippers do all the work.
For the ultimate in sailing style, unwind on the decks of a luxurious dhoni, the traditional Maldivian sailboat. The graceful lines and sweeping curves of the prow are a uniquely Maldivian design motif that inspired Naladhu’s original designers. Cruise at your whim and picnic on a completely deserted island. Return just in time to enjoy the perfect Naladhu sunset from your private pool.
- Fishing
All aboard our elegant dhoni, the Riyaa, for a sail across the lagoon. Let us provide you with all the equipment for a Private Sunset Fishing expedition. When you start craving dinner, we’ll be back just in time for the chef to grill up your catch however you’d like!
After you’ve taken a dive in the reefs of Naladhu, you’ll be curious to see what roams in deeper waters. Join us for an afternoon or morning on one of our deep-sea fishing excursions. You’ll first cruise past smaller atolls until you reach open ocean, where Sailfish, Marlin and Wahoo thrive.
Our elegant launch is outfitted with advanced equipment for the expedition, which is able to handle the weight of the bigger game you’ll be catching. As always, we’re always eager to cater to every whim. Perhaps you’d like a champagne toast or an assortment of evening canapés in between the action. Your House Master and chef can arrange your outing however you please.
- Expedition to Male'
While most guests to the Maldives skip past Male, Naladhu gives you the key to unlock this fascinating city, one of the world’s most unique capitals.
If you’re searching for tangible local colour to bring home, let the Naladhu launch whisk you away for a day of shopping in the bustling markets of Male. Naladhu’s local guides are always eager to show our guests their country’s capital city. You’ll find its pleasantly walkable streets, filled with exotic foods and wares from around the Subcontinent, a memorable setting for an afternoon adventure of cultural discovery.