DESTINATION: MALDIVES
Felidhoo Island, Maldives | Stay & dive packages from $189/ppn
Formerly known as Vaali Beach & Dive Lodge.
Vaali Island Escapes & Dive Quick Pitch
Vaali Island Escapes & Dive, formerly known as the Vaali Beach & Dive Lodge, has upgraded its facilities to better serve its guests. Situated on the picturesque island of Felidhoo, the resort offers a quiet, tranquil, and comfortable home away from home. With 13 tastefully decorated rooms, along with a lobby, dining/ lounge area, and a beautiful courtyard, the Vaali Island Escapes & Dive is a great base for your Maldivian dive vacation. Plus, the on-site dive center offers easy access to the diverse and abundant marine life that surrounds you.
Quick Information
- No of Rooms: 13
- Dive Center: On-site
- Amenities: AC, restaurant, BBQ, mini fridge
- WiFi: Yes, free
- Nearest International Airport: Velana International Airport
- Airport Shuttle: Roundtrip transfer included (approx 1h 20m)
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How to Get There
Guests can take an international flight to the Velana International Airport, also known as the Malé International Airport (a short 75km away from the resort). Roundtrip transfers between the airport and the island are included in dive packages.
Dive Overview
Felidhoo Atoll is comprised of 19 beautiful islands surrounded by unspoiled reefs, with interesting topography including swim-throughs, small caves, and overhangs. Choose from dive sites with fast-flowing currents for thrill seekers to gentle sweeping currents perfect for beginners. The warm, pristine waters here are teeming with a great variety of colorful reef fish, various shark species, tuna, barracuda, whale sharks, and manta rays.
[Read More: Maldives Dive Travel Guide]
Accommodations
Types of Rooms, Amenities and Photos
STANDARD ROOMS
The Standard rooms provide a cozy and comfortable atmosphere with simple décor. They are perfect for couples and small families, offering essential amenities such as air conditioning, ceiling fan, wardrobe, and WiFi. The emphasis on the natural surroundings and the experience of staying at Vaali Beach & Dive Lodge adds to the appeal of the Standard rooms
semi deluxe rooms
Nestled in the remote and serene south-end corner of Vaali Island, the Semi Deluxe Rooms offer a unique blend of comfort and tranquility. These thoughtfully designed accommodations provide an intimate connection to the island's natural beauty, allowing guests to immerse themselves in a tropical oasis.
DELUXE ROOMS
The Deluxe rooms offer a contemporary and indulgent experience, featuring stylish interior design, spacious layout, comfortable beds, high ceilings, and open-air bathrooms. These rooms are suitable for couples, families, or those seeking a more luxurious stay. The availability of extra beds and cots adds to the flexibility of the space.
Resort Facilities
Vaali Island Escapes & Dive Features
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront location
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Garden & courtyard
- Restaurant & BBQ facilities
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Vaali Island Escapes & Dive Food & Drinks
Enjoy a selection of traditional Maldivian dishes, alongside a la carte options, including pastas, pizzas, burgers, salads, and desserts. Fresh, locally sourced ingredients are used where possible. Beach BBQ dinners are availabe, as well as private romantic beach dinners on request.
Vaali Island Escapes & Dive Activities
- Scuba diving
- House reef snorkeling
- Guided snorkeling trips to nearby points
- Guided turtle spotting trip
- Full day or Half Day trip to Aarah (Long Beach Island)
- Dolphin sighting
- Full day or Half Day trip to Hulhidhoo (Snorkelers Island)
- Sunset fishing
- Sunset cruise
- Visit to nearby villages
Schedule & Rates
Vaali Island Escapes & Dive Rates
Dive & Stay Packages
All prices are in USD, per person with full board, twin/double sharing. Valid from November 2023 to October 2024.
Accommodation Package | 01/11/23 to 20/12/23 | 21/12/23 to 08/01/24 | 09/01/24 to 30/04/24 and 01/08/24 to 31/08/24 | 01/05/24 to 31/07/24 and 01/09/24 to 31/10/24 | |
5 Nights + 7 Boat Dives | Standard Room | $1,005 | 1,043 | 1,005 | 966 |
| Semi Deluxe Room | $1,043 | 1,081 | 1,043 | 1,005 | |
| Deluxe Room | $1,100 | 1,139 | 1,100 | 1,062 | |
7 Nights + 12 Boat Dives | Standard Room | $1,375 | 1,429 | 1,375 | 1,321 |
| Semi Deluxe Room | $1,429 | 1,482 | 1,429 | 1,375 | |
| Deluxe Room | $1,509 | 1,563 | 1,509 | 1,455 | |
10 Nights + 16 Boat Dives | Standard Room | $1,822 | 1,899 | 1,822 | 1,746 |
| Semi Deluxe Room | $1,899 | 1,975 | 1,899 | 1,822 | |
| Deluxe Room | $2,014 | 2,090 | 2,014 | 1,937 | |
| Extra Night (Without Dive) and Non-Diver Rate | $80 | $90 | $75 | $75 | |
| Non-Diver Roundtrip Transfer Cost (Speed Boat) | $150 | ||||
Package Inclusions
- Dives as per dive package
- Dive guides, dive compressor, dive tanks & dive weights
- Snorkeling equipment
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner every day
- Welcome drink and snacks on arrival
- Bottle of water per person per day
- Complimentary tea & instant coffee (machine coffee at extra charge)
- Airport Assistance Service – Arrival / Departure
- Roundtrip transfer between airport and island
- Free wifi internet
- Inclusive of 16% TGST & Green tax $3 per person per day
exclusions
- Diving & Snorkeling Courses
- Diving renting equipment charges
- Excursions when requested
- Extra snacks such as pizza, burger, sandwiches, fries
- Machine coffee, soft drinks, ala carte items
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Dive Information
FElidhoo Dive Overview
Felidhoo Island is located in the eastern part of Vaavu Atoll, boasting diversity and a beautiful reef. Vaavu is the least populated atoll in the Maldives and offers a variety of dive sites suitable for beginners and experienced divers alike. Choose from gentle, relaxing drift dives over vibrant coral reefs, full of butterflyfish and oriental sweetlips, with whitetip reef sharks swimming in the distance. Or opt for a more thrilling drift-dive in a stronger current, sweeping through channels past caves covered in wire coral, with the chance of spotting a hammerhead shark in the distance.
DIVE CENTER INFORMATION
Vaali Island Escapes Dive Center overview
Nestled within the stunning landscape of Vaali Maldives, the dive center stands as a focal point for all things diving. Seamlessly blending convenience with adventure, this center is a gateway to the underwater wonders of the Maldives.
Embarking on a dive becomes a seamless affair with the resort's dedicated 46ft dive boat. Tailored to accommodate dive equipment, tanks, and a compressor, it's a vessel of convenience that transports divers to their underwater destinations with ease and comfort.
Vaali Maldives proudly presents a range of PADI-certified courses that cater to divers of all levels. From novices entering the realm of underwater marvels through the Open Water course, to experienced divers aspiring to become Dive Masters, each course is a step toward mastery.
Other Information
Practical Information
- Electricity: 230V
- Time zone: UTC+5
- Languages: Italian & English
- Accept Credit Cards: Yes
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