South Malé Atoll

Kandooma Maldives

Just 45 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, Kandooma Maldives offers the ultimate island escape — where turquoise waters, white sand beaches and swaying palms set the scene for unforgettable moments. Stay in one of 154 spacious villas with direct access to the beach, ocean, garden or lagoon. Dine by the sea with fresh seafood, international favourites and barefoot BBQs. Bring the family and enjoy PADI kids' diving, surf lessons, the Kandoo Kids' Club and the children-stay-free programme. Relax and recharge at Kandooma Spa by COMO Shambhala. World-class diving with Kandooma Thila right on the doorstep, and the legendary Kandooma Right surf break exclusively for guests booking with Perfect Wave Travel. 2023 Best Dive Resort in Maldives. Green Globe Certified.

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Transfers and meal plans

  • Speedboat — 45min

Meal plans in source: All Inclusive.

Villas

  • 1 Bedroom Beach House Sea View — 72 m² · up to 3 guests

    Charming 1-bedroom beach house spanning 72 sqm across two floors. Ground floor alfresco living area with natural beauty surroundings. Sea views from upper bedroom. AC, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, in-room safe.

  • 2 Bedroom Overwater Villa — 170 m² · up to 6 guests

    Refined island living in 170 sqm of spacious comfort above the Indian Ocean. Wake up to panoramic sunrise views and direct lagoon access from terrace. Ideal for families, couples or small groups. Uninterrupted sea views and direct ocean access. AC, free WiFi, premium bedding, in-room safe.

  • 3 Bedroom Beach Pool Villa — 215 m² · up to 8 guests

    Refined beachfront living in 215 sqm across two levels. Ground floor open-plan living and dining area connecting to outdoor terrace with plunge pool and direct beach access. First floor master bedroom and second bedroom, each with king or twin beds and private balcony. Ground level third bedroom.

  • Beach Villa — 48 m² · up to 3 guests

    Ideal escape a few steps from the beach. Cocoon yourself in the comforts of the master bedroom, enjoy the sea breeze from your private terrace or hammock. AC, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, pillow menu, in-room safe, rainfall shower, bathrobes.

  • Garden Villa — 48 m² · up to 3 guests

    Hidden under the protective shade of Maldives' lush vegetation. Ideal for couples or small families. Private outdoor terrace or hammock. Modern amenities, AC, free WiFi (25+ Mbps), flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, pillow menu, in-room safe, rainfall showerhead, bathrobes.

  • Water Villa Sea View — 85 m² · up to 3 guests

    85 sqm overwater villa set above clear waters of the Indian Ocean. Wake up to uninterrupted sunrise views and step directly from private deck into the sea. Privacy, space and immediate access to vibrant marine life. AC, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, pillow menu, in-room safe, rainfall shower, bathrobes.

  • 2 Bedroom Beach House — 142 m² · up to 6 guests

    142 sqm beach house across two floors. Ground floor features spacious living and dining area with open layout connecting directly to outdoors. Large openings invite natural light, tropical breezes and views of surrounding greenery. Two upper-floor bedrooms. AC, free WiFi, premium bedding, in-room safe.

  • Overwater Villa Island View — 85 m² · up to 3 guests

    85 sqm overwater villa capturing breathtaking vistas of pristine turquoise lagoon and lush tropical island. Private deck, overwater hammock, sun loungers, direct lagoon access via stairs. AC, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, pillow menu, in-room safe, rainfall shower, bathrobes.

  • 1 Bedroom Beach House Garden View — 72 m² · up to 3 guests

    Enchanting 1-bedroom beach house spanning 72 sqm across two floors. Ground floor features spacious alfresco living area surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. Upper floor bedroom with private bathroom. AC, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, in-room safe.

Dining

  • Sway Lounge — Tea, coffee, premium spirits and cigars · Adjacent to reception

    Sway Lounge serves tea and coffee by day and premium spirits, including aged whiskies, boutique gins and French Champagne, in the evening; selected live entertainment and DJ sets are advertised.

  • Kandooma Café — International and Maldivian · Ocean- and pool-facing main restaurant

    Savour relaxed all-day dining at Kandooma Café, where international favourites, fresh local flavours and generous buffet spreads are enjoyed in an open-air setting. Start the day with easy breakfasts, return for relaxed lunches, and settle into dinners shaped by fresh flavours and island ease. Overlooking the ocean and pool, Kandooma Café brings together comforting favourites, local touches and open-air dining made for sharing.

  • Private Dining — Bespoke private menus · Arranged beach, villa or Tower Deck location

    Private dining can be arranged at selected resort locations, including beach, villa and Tower Deck settings. No current itemised private-dining menu was recovered.

  • Bokkuraa Pool Deck — Pizza, sandwiches, salads and desserts · Poolside between the pool and beach

    From pizzas and burgers to fresh cocktails and house-made ice cream, this laid-back poolside bar is made for casual bites between swims and beach walks. Set beside the resort's inviting pool and surrounded by the energy of Kandooma, Bokkuraa Pool Deck is where island adventures come together. From leisurely lunches and sunset cocktails to beach volleyball matches and the buzz of the nearby surf centre, every moment is infused with ocean views, great company and the vibrant spirit of island life.

  • Themed Evenings — Rotating themed buffets and local dining · Rotating resort locations

    Themed Evenings rotate among Maldivian beach barbecue, Seafood & Grill and Spirit of Maldives formats; the 2026 factsheet states that the weekly schedule may vary.

  • Bokkuraa Pool Bar — Cocktails and beverages · Poolside, adjacent to Kandooma Café

    Bokkuraa Pool Bar is on the pool deck and serves fresh salads, burgers, and wood-fired pizza, plus a do-it-yourself barbecue of rib-eye or lamb loin in the shade of a coconut grove. It is open from 11:00am to 10:30pm, with a drink between turns at the grill.

  • In-Villa Dining — International room service · Guest villa

    Indulge in breakfast in bed or a romantic dinner on your private deck or outdoor terrace with our in-villa dining service. Whether you prefer a late night snack or a full-course meal, our team can have your meal delivered to you or prepare it for collection at your convenience. Available throughout the day and night, our in-villa dining service ensures you will never go hungry or thirsty during your stay with us.

  • Sunset Bar — Cocktails, beer and wine · Rooftop above The Asian Kitchen

    Sunset Bar sits above The Asian Kitchen and is arranged around a Maldivian sunset, with a cocktail list and a 360-degree view. The dining page places it upstairs from the restaurant as the hangout for a drink while the light drops over the island.

  • The Asian Kitchen — Asian, seafood and international · Ocean-facing show kitchen restaurant

    The Asian Kitchen is the beachside restaurant near reception, looking over the ocean, with a show kitchen and a flaming wok sending out dishes from across Asia. Thursday is a seafood and grill night of fresh catch, grilled meats, salads, and desserts, and Friday and Saturday add a Korean-style tabletop barbecue with jasmine rice. Dinner service runs from 6:30pm to 9:00pm.

  • BAR-Aveli Beach Bar — Cocktails and light snacks · Main beach near the swimming pool

    Just steps from the shore, our open-air beach bar invites you to wind down with handcrafted cocktails and light nibbles for easy afternoons that naturally stretch into sunset. Located on the main beach, near the swimming pool.

Wellness

  • Kandooma Spa by COMO Shambhala — Tropical garden near the shoreline

    A garden spa operated by COMO Shambhala, with seven treatment rooms including two couples’ villas. The couples’ villas have private pools, courtyards and oversized soaking tubs; the spa also has steam rooms, changing suites and a relaxation lounge.

Diving

  • Kandooma Dive Centre — PADI 5-Star (2023 Best Dive Resort in Maldives)

    One complimentary guided single-tank dive per certified diver per day on stays of at least four consecutive nights. Standard equipment, boat transfers, and Air or Nitrox fills are included. Additional dives and selected services cost extra. No diving on departure day; the resort requires a 24-hour no-fly interval. Certification, recent-dive or orientation/refresher requirements, weather, availability and resort safety rules apply.

Experiences

  • Surf Lessons & Kids Surf Camp — Cruise

    PADI Bubblemaker, surf camps, swimming lessons for kids

  • Sunrise Sports Fishing — Fishing

    Sport fishing for Wahoo, Tuna, Marlin, Sailfish

  • Kandooma Right Surfing — Cruise

    World-class right surf break (Perfect Wave Travel guests only)

  • Shark & Turtle Snorkelling — Snorkelling

    Swim with sharks and turtles — bucket list experience

  • Saturday Drumming Class — Cruise

    Free Maldivian Bodu Beru drumming every Saturday morning

  • Dolphin Cruise — Cruise

    Sunset dolphin-watching cruise

  • Night Fishing (Hand Line) — Fishing

    Traditional Maldivian hand line night fishing

  • Shipwreck Safari — Diving

    Explore mysterious shipwreck — lonely bicycle on ship's edge!

  • Kandooma Thila Scuba Diving — Diving

    Top 10 Maldives dive site — Eagle rays, reef sharks, turtles

  • Sunset Yoga — Cruise

    Sunset yoga on the island

  • Sandbank Excursion — Island Picnic

    Visit remote sandbank

  • Kandoo Kids Club — Cruise

    Daily rotating educational and recreational activities for children

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