Description: The latest addition to the Banyan Tree Group of resorts, the newly opened Angsana Resort & Spa Maldives Velavaru is located at the South Nilandhe Atoll (Dhaalu Atoll), approx. 146km and a 40-minute seaplane ride away from Male International Airport. It is one of only two resort islands boasting a pristine natural environment, many of its dive sites, reefs and islands are virtually untouched. Palm trees, golden beaches with a crystal-clear turquoise lagoon are the beautiful backdrop for 79 luxurious villas. Each villa boasts beautiful views and a private gardens and most with private pools. Learn windsurfing, scuba diving, snorkelling, canoeing or skim the waves in a catamaran. Enjoy romantic picnics on the beach and rejuvenate at the Angsana Spa. Do as much or as little as you like!

Villas: 79 Luxurious villas dotted around the outer reaches of Velavaru. Each villa offers wonderful views.

All Villas offer the following facilities:

Mini bar
IDD telephone
Stereo system
In-villa safe
Hairdryer
Complimentary coffee and tea making facilities
Sun loungers in private garden
Outdoor and indoor showers

Beachfront Villa: The sea-facing bedroom opens onto an expansive veranda; giving you optimum views of the Indian Ocean.

Beachfront Jet Pool Villa: Features a glittering jet pool available for your private use all day. Additional Villa facilities: Private jet pool
 
Deluxe Beachfront Pool Villa: Features the comfort of an open-air private pool. The bedroom opens onto a veranda where you can sit and enjoy the tranquility of your private garden. Relax on the sun lounger or curl up in the Maldivian swing on lazy afternoons. Additional Villa facilities: Private pool
 
Velavaru Villa: Very spacious 323 sqm and is the perfect choice for those who wish to travel with friends and loved ones. Additional Villa facilities: Separate living area, private pool.
 
Angsana Villa: Expansive 473 sqm and is a combination of four villas. It sits regally on its own private strip of beachfront and features separate living, dining and lounge areas. Open-air jetpool and private pool. Excellent panoramic views. Additional Villa facilities: Separate living and dining areas, private jet-pool and personal pool & deck areas.

Dining:

Funa - Which translates as Poon Wood. Western seafood grill and restaurant, with Maldivian flavours. Additional menu of fine oven-baked pizzas. Built over water and featuring full ocean views, Funa is transformed into a fine dining establishment with candlelight in the evening. 

Kaani (Sea trumpet) - Cosmopolitan cuisines are served throughout the day. Western buffet breakfast. Lunch and dinner options feature an inimitable Asian twist.

Kuredhi (Iron wood) - Cocktails before dinner and snacks during the day. Excellet spot for a Maldivian sunset.
 
Facilities:

Marine and Diving Centre:
Water sports and marine exploration at the Marine and Diving Centre where you can learn windsurfing, scuba diving, snorkelling, canoeing or skim the waves in a catamaran. Embark on an underwater adventure at some of the most intriguing dive sites in the Indian Ocean. Diving boats, course schedules and guided marine tours can be arranged.
 
Angsana Spa:

Pamper the body, mind and soul. Managed by the award-winning banyan tree spa, the Angsana Spa embraces the contemporary, holistic and non-clinical tropical garden spa concept. The spa complex comprises a full suite of spa baths, steam rooms and outdoor showers. Sample Angsana Spa’s award-winning blend of natural treatments in any of the nine spa pavilions and three treatment rooms.