Helengeli, full English name (OBLU by Atmosphere at Helengeli), is a brand-new five-star resort island in the Maldives. It officially opened in November 2015 and is the second resort island created by the Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts group in the Maldives, belonging to the same group as Kanifushi. It is not far from Velana International Airport and can be reached by speedboat. The all-inclusive plan is very convenient. The colorful coral reefs surrounding the island and the numerous sharks, lobsters, and sea turtles are its proud highlights. Each villa has been carefully crafted and designed. It also provides guests with a variety of high-quality international food and wine, as well as a series of leisure activities including diving, spa treatments, and excursions, including a tranquil garden spa, dedicated to creating a "first-class" Maldives beach vacation experience for everyone. Helengeli is located within the world-famous diving spot, North Malé Atoll, about 40 km from the Maldives, and you can step onto this resort island in approx. 50 minutes by speedboat. After arriving on the island, you will find that Helengeli not only has a stylish and comfortable design style but also an original ecological island environment. The island is relatively large, and it takes about 1 hour to walk around it. At the end of the island, there is a large sandbank and an uninhabited islet, which are particularly suitable for photography and play. Set against the backdrop of lush tropical vegetation and fine sandy beaches, Helengeli appears even more unique. The colorful coral reefs surrounding the island and the numerous sharks, lobsters, and sea turtles are its proud highlights. After comprehensive development, Helengeli officially opened on November 1, 2015. There are a total of 116 villas on the island, including 22 beach villas, 64 deluxe beach villas, 2 beach pool suites, and 28 lagoon pool villas. Each villa has been carefully crafted and designed, combining a stylish and original natural environment without affecting the ecological environment. In addition, Helengeli also provides guests with a variety of high-quality international food and wine, as well as a series of leisure activities including diving, spa treatments, and excursions, including a tranquil garden spa, dedicated to creating a "first-class" Maldives beach vacation experience for everyone. Helengeli offers great value; the price is the same all year round, whether during the Spring Festival or other holidays; it has a long sandbank and an uninhabited sand island; snorkeling and diving are both good; sunset fishing is included; the style is fresh and minimalist, suitable for honeymoon couples. Disadvantages of the island: The water villas are not traditional overwater villas; like the standard water villas at Lily Beach, they are partially overwater, featuring an infinity pool.

Maldives · Helengili

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Akirifushi

5.6

5.0/5

1 reviews

Akirifushi is managed by the Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts group and opened in 2018. It can be reached by a speedboat ride of approx. 50 minutes from Velana International Airport in Male. The resort features a dual-island layout, consisting of a main island and an interconnected secondary island, creating a vacation environment that balances activity and tranquility. The main island features beach villas, overwater villas, and a kids' club, making it suitable for families; the secondary island features honeymoon villas, leisure facilities, and dining spaces. The island offers a wide variety of accommodation types, including beach villas, beach villas with private pools, and overwater villas. Some room types are equipped with facilities such as glass floors and ocean-view bathtubs, allowing guests to enjoy views of the surrounding lagoon. In terms of dining, the resort features multiple restaurants and bars offering a selection of cuisines, and it is characterized by an all-inclusive experience, with some meals, drinks, and activities included in the package. The surrounding lagoon and coral reef provide convenient conditions for marine activities such as snorkeling and diving, where guests have the opportunity to observe marine life such as sea turtles. The island also features an overwater bar, children's activity facilities, and a variety of leisure experiences, allowing for the arrangement of family activities or vacation experiences for couples based on needs. Guests who want to enjoy a quiet atmosphere can choose to stay on the secondary island, while families can choose the main island area where facilities are more concentrated.

Akirifushi · 18.2km from Helengili

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Fari Islands, Maldives

3.5

Whether you are on a day trip or an extended stay, Patina Maldives, Fari Islands is the perfect choice for your trip to the Maldives. Sightseeing in the area is easy, with Akirifushi and Helengeli both located near the hotel. All amenities in the guest rooms have been carefully considered and arranged, with air conditioning providing both comfort and a home-like feel. Enjoying a drink at the hotel bar during your leisure time is a great way to relax. If guests prefer, the hotel can provide room service to meet their needs. The hotel's wide range of leisure facilities, including an outdoor pool and spa, creates a diverse recreational space for everyone staying here. The hotel can also flexibly accommodate group business event needs.

Fari Islands · 2.3km from Helengili

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Himmafushi

6.1

4.0/5

17 reviews

Himmafushi is a community island where local residents have lived for a long time. It can be reached in about 20 minutes by speedboat from Malé. Unlike resort islands that operate on a one island, one resort basis, it retains its everyday community scenery. The island features mosques, schools, sports fields, and residential homes, while traditional industries like fishing and boat repair continue to this day, showcasing a more authentic side of life in the Maldives. The island has a bikini beach for tourists, where visitors can swim, sunbathe, and enjoy the sea view in designated areas. The surrounding waters have multiple surf spots, such as Jailbreaks and Sultans, which attract many surfing enthusiasts. During the appropriate season, you can experience local marine sports. Tourists can also participate in activities such as snorkeling, fishing, and dolphin watching to experience the marine environment of the North Male Atoll. The island is small, and you can explore the main areas on foot or by bicycle. The island has homestays and small shops, allowing tourists to slowly experience the community atmosphere and understand the local residents' pace of life during their stay.

Himmafushi · 36.3km from Helengili

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Madivaru

4.6

Walu Island in the Maldives is located in the northwest of the North Male Atoll. As soon as you land on the island, you will be attracted by its natural scenery. It has the legendary beautiful "three-color sea" and a large lagoon. The sea is as calm as a mirror. The clear sea water presents different levels of blue under the sunshine, which contrasts with the white sand beach, like a natural oil painting. The island has complete facilities, including a gym, SPA, children's club, diving center and water sports center, suitable for families, couples and honeymooners. In addition, the nearby coral reefs are the habitat of marine life such as Manta rays. Visitors can participate in the sea trips organized by the resort to watch these marine life up close. Walu Island has become a leader among the many resort islands in the Maldives with its cost-effective all-inclusive service, rich entertainment activities and beautiful natural environment. Whether you are pursuing tranquility and relaxation or eager to explore the underwater world, Walu Island can provide you with an unforgettable holiday experience.

Madivaru · 26.4km from Helengili

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Hulhumale

6.8

4.8/5

29 reviews

Hulhumale is an artificial island formed by land reclamation. The island is adjacent to Velana International Airport and is connected to the airport island by road; it can also be reached from Malé via a cross-sea bridge, making it an urban island with convenient transportation in the Maldives. Construction of the island began in the late 1990s to alleviate population pressure in the capital, Malé, and it has now developed into a planned new city with residential, commercial, and public facilities. The island's coastal area is a popular spot for tourists, where artificial beaches, shallow waters, and near-shore coral reefs create a leisure space. Some areas are suitable for swimming and snorkeling, where you can observe marine life such as tropical fish and stingrays; there are also water sports facilities along the coast, where you can experience activities like kayaking, jet skiing, and kitesurfing. Beyond the beaches, the island also showcases an urban life that differs from traditional resort islands. Planned neighborhoods, green spaces, parks, restaurants, cafes, and accommodation facilities are distributed throughout, offering both everyday scenes of local life and leisure spaces for tourists. Visitors can stroll through the neighborhoods, experience local dining, or enjoy the sunset in the coastal area. Because it is close to the airport, many tourists use this place as a stopover before or after arriving in or departing from the Maldives.

Hulhumale · 47.4km from Helengili

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One and Only Reethirah

4.3

4.3/5

19 reviews

One and Only Reethirah (One&Only Reethi Rah Resort), also known asReethi Rah, is a 6-star island. It is located in the North Male Atoll and is accessible by a 75-minute speedboat ride fromMale Airport. The island features endless white sand beaches, gentle golden sunshine, crystal-clear waters, and dotted lagoons. It is also one of the larger islands in the Maldives.

Reethi Rah · 25.4km from Helengili

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Bandos

6.1

4.6/5

219 reviews

Bandos is a long-established resort island. It can be reached by a speedboat ride of approx. 10+ minutes from Velana International Airport in Malé. The island is close to the airport, eliminating the need for seaplanes or domestic flights, making it suitable for travelers who want to start their island vacation quickly. It has been welcoming guests since the 1970s and is known as the Island of Hospitality. The island is surrounded by white sandy beaches, shallow seas, and coral reefs. You can go snorkeling in the near-shore areas, where you have the chance to observe marine life such as tropical fish. The island's dive center has been operating for many years and can take guests to nearby dive sites to explore the underwater world. The island has lush vegetation and diverse accommodation options, ranging from villas in garden settings to overwater villas facing the sea, with some room types featuring private pools. In terms of leisure activities, the island has a water sports center where you can experience activities such as sailing, windsurfing, water skiing, jet skiing, and kayaking. You can also participate in boat excursions like night fishing, sunset cruises, and dolphin watching. Land-based facilities are equally well-developed, featuring a gym and sports courts for tennis, badminton, squash, and table tennis. The kids' club also provides game and activity spaces for family travelers.

Bandos · 41.5km from Helengili

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Huvafen Fushi

5.2

5.0/5

18 reviews

Huvafen Fushi is a small resort island in the North Male Atoll, Maldives. The island covers an area of approx. 6 hectares at low tide, with only over 40 overwater villas and beach rooms on the entire island. Featuring traditional local Thakuru butler service, it follows a small and private concept, which is why it is particularly popular with travelers. Leisure activities here include diving, snorkeling, water sports, and yoga. An on-site marine biologist leads tours to explain marine life, and interested guests can also participate in coral adoption and reef restoration. During the day, you can spend time in the ocean-view gym or the overwater yoga pavilion, while the evening is perfect for waiting for an Indian Ocean sunset on the sunset deck. If you would like to hold a wedding here, both beachside and underwater ceremony settings can be arranged.

Huvafen Fushi · 36.7km from Helengili

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Ailafushi

5.2

5.0/5

2 reviews

Ailafushiis a resort island in the North Male Atoll, Maldives. The island's name is derived from the local Dhivehi language: "Aila" means family, and "Fushi" means island, which together mean "family island." The island has a compact layout that can be explored entirely on foot, making for an easy and stress-free vacation. Unlike many other Maldivian islands that focus on quiet privacy, the atmosphere here is much livelier and more cheerful: the entire island is surrounded by a light blue, jelly-like lagoon, with gentle, fine sandy beaches, and a row of overwater villas modeled after traditional local dhoni boats, which are an exceptionally photogenic sight on the island.

Ailafushi · 37.3km from Helengili

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