Villa Suite
- 3 Adults or 2 Adults + 1 Child
- 1 King Bed
- Ocean View
Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives
Luxury your own way, at your own pace. Renowned as one of the Maldives' most celebrated eco-luxury resorts, Gili Lankanfushi is home to 45 spacious overwater villas, including seven iconic Crusoe Residences and The The Private Reserve™, one of the world's largest and most exclusive overwater villas. Nestled within a pristine lagoon in the North Malé Atoll, the resort seamlessly combines sustainable design, exceptional service, and effortless barefoot luxury amid breathtaking natural beauty. Thoughtfully redesigned in 2019, each villa blends rustic elegance with contemporary comfort, offering direct access to the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean. Every stay is elevated by the attentive care of a dedicated Mr. Friday™ / Ms. Friday™, Gili Lankanfushi's signature butler service, ensuring a highly personalised experience tailored to each guest's individual preferences. Just a 20-minute speedboat journey from Velana International Airport, Gili feels a world away from everyday life while remaining effortlessly accessible. Guided by the resort's iconic "No News, No Shoes" philosophy, guests are invited to slow down, reconnect with nature, and embrace the genuine warmth of Gili's hospitality. Whether travelling as a couple, family, solo explorer, or group of friends, visitors discover a sanctuary where they truly arrive as guests, leave as friends, and return as family.
Nearest Airport
Velana International Airport
Distance
20 Minutes
Transfer
Speedboat · 20 minutes
Rooms
9 room types
Facilities
Watersports CentreMedical CentreBoutique ShopDiving CentreSwimming PoolSpaGymYoga PavilionMultipurpose Courts
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Villas
Room types and villa categories at Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives.
Villa Suite with Pool
- 3 Adults or 2 Adults + 1 Child
- 1 King Bed
- Ocean View, Pool View
Gili Lagoon Villa
- 3 Adults or 2 Adults + 1 Child
- 1 King Bed
- Ocean View
Residence
- 3 Adults or 2 Adults + 1 Child
- 1 King Bed
- Ocean View
Residence with Pool
- 3 Adults or 2 Adults + 1 Child
- 1 King Bed
- Ocean View, Pool View
Crusoe Residence
- 3 Adults or 2 Adults + 1 Child
- 1 King Bed
- Ocean View
Sunset Two-Bedroom Villa
- 4 Adults + 2 Children
- 1 King Bed + King/Twin Beds
- Ocean View
Two-Bedroom Villa with Pool
- 4 Adults + 2 Children
- 1 King Bed + 1 King/Twin Room
- Ocean View, Pool View
The Private Reserve®
- Up to 12 Guests
- 4 Bedrooms
- Ocean View
Experiences
24 Experiences
Water Ski & Wake Boarding
Following a safety briefing and instruction the guests move to the calmer waters behind the Wedding Champa for half an hour of adrenaline-charged fun times. Instruction can be offered for complete beginners. Minimum age 8 years old.
Castaway Sunset Experience
Located in the middle of our sparkling lagoon, our castaway platform is a perfect spot to watch the sunset in peace and seclusion, while indulging in creative canapés and delicious cocktails.
Wine Tastings
Learn to swish, swirl, and sip like a pro with our private wine tastings, led by our team of sommeliers. You’ll develop an appreciation for the art of tasting as you sample a range of old and new world wines produced in a variety of styles
Cocktail Masterclass
Our private beverage experiences will teach you how to select ingredients, pair liquors and spirits, and experiment with unique flavours to create the perfect cocktail — all in an inspiring outdoor “classroom” with sea views and swaying palms.
Battle of the Bartenders
Every day at sunset, our resident bartenders face off in a lively and spirited cocktail competition, where mixologists craft two drinks apiece and guests vote on their favourite boozy creation. Do reserve your spot ahead of time for an engaging evening.
Sleep Under the Stars
Fall asleep listening to the lapping of calm waters, with the moon shining brightly in the sky. Our team will coordinate the logistics of your romantic night under the stars, including a sumptuous bed and lanterns, setting the scene for an extraordinary cosmic experience.
Movie Under the Stars - Jungle Cinema / Beach Cinema
Enjoy a magical movie night in a stunning natural setting, whether nestled among lush tropical foliage at our Jungle Cinema or beneath the stars on soft sandy shores at our Beach Cinema. Relax in comfortable seating and immerse yourself in a unique open-air cinema experience, surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature.
Picnic Experience
Enjoy a picnic basket or a seaside barbeque on a secluded sandbank located a short boat ride from the resort. We’ll set up your meal on the sand, complete with parasols, sun loungers, and dining trays. All you have to do is bring your appetite
Photo Moments with Gili Memories Studio
Capture precious moments at the Gili Memories Studio. A photographer will arrange a fun and hassle-free photo shoot to help you commemorate your favourite vacation memories.
Cooking Class
The ultimate souvenir? Learning a few recipes to bring home with you! Sign up for a cooking class and whip up traditional Maldivian fish curry, sushi rolls, and other favourites off our menus. With the basic preparations already done, guests will spend their time bringing unique flavours to life under the direction of a specialist chef (and, of course, enjoying the fruits of their labour).
Tennis
Work on your serve and perfect your backhand in a glorious outdoor setting shaded by towering palms.
Tubing
Fly along the water’s surface in a banana tube, ring tube, or sofa tube.
Diving
Dive into the wonders of the Maldives with Gili Lankanfushi’s PADI certified dive center. Explore the vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life while experiencing top-notch service and equipment.
Catamaran Sailing Lessons
Starting with a safety briefing and explanation of controlling direction of the boat, we head to the Wedding Champa for a controlled catamaran sailing session with one of our instructors. Minimum age 8 years old.
Windsurfing Lessons
Enjoy a short explanation of wind, board and sail techniques before heading to the shallow lagoon for some practical fun. One hour is usually enough for beginners to grasp the fundamentals of windsurfing up and down the beach.
Kayaking & Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Float along aquamarine waters in our complimentary kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. You won’t believe your eyes as you glide over shallow reef filled with vibrant fish and other wildlife.
Private Excursion
Sail the Indian Ocean on our luxury yacht. Climb on board for a whale shark watching trip, a fishing excursion, or sunset dolphin cruise. Enjoy exclusive transfers to the airport, a private desert island picnic or explore atolls further away. With an en-suite master cabin, two smaller berths and full catering service on board, there’s no finer way to travel.
Local Island Experience
Learn more about Maldivian culture including customs and traditions on a trip to Bodu Huraa island, where guests will meet locals, visit local attractions, and shop for one-of–a-kind gifts. Guest should dress appropriately and cover shoulders and thighs.
Big Game Fishing
We move into deeper waters to target the larger pelagic including tuna and billfish. The experienced captain and crew can help the guests to bring in the larger fighting fish. We recommend a catch and release program for this kind of fishing to preserve the fish stock. Minimum age 4 years. Minimum 4 hrs, max 6 guests
Sunrise Fishing Trip
A different kind of fishing experience where we use lures to attract pelagic fishes such as tuna and trevally. A lure is used on each side of the Dhoni as it moves in the channel attracting fast swimming hunters. The catch can also be prepared by our chefs to the guests’ preferences. Minimum age 4 years.
Sunset Fishing Trip
Our guides will show the guests the traditional Maldivian bottom line fishing techniques targeting edible species of grouper and snapper. The chefs can prepare the fish to eat that night or for the next day’s lunch, according to the guests’ preferences. Minimum age 4 years.
Sunset Dolphin Cruise
After an entertaining and informative briefing, we invite guests to enjoy a relaxing cruise on our comfortable Dhoni to see the hundreds of resident Spinner Dolphins as they make their way out of the atoll to fish at night. The entire trip takes 2hrs and is complemented with canapés and organic Prosecco, with non-alcoholic drinks available. Minimum age 4 years.
Surfing with Tropicsurf
Guests can ride barrels in the same spot where surfing in the Maldives was born. A Dhoni boat whisks surfers to some of the country’s finest surf breaks, three of which are just a five-minute ride away (with many more within 20 minutes).
Snorkelling
Embark on a self-guided adventure or our house reef, team up with a marine biologist to deepen your understanding of the natural world, or take a boat ride to nearby snorkelling spots for the chance to swim with turtles, sharks, and more.
Dining
8 Bars & Restaurants
Kashiveli
Dine with your toes in the sand at Kashiveli, Gili Lankanfushi's signature beachfront restaurant. Serving fresh, nutritious ingredients sourced from the resort's organic garden and local waters, Kashiveli offers breathtaking breakfast views and an evening culinary journey inspired by global foodie capitals such as Bangkok, Marrakech, and New Delhi, all enjoyed in a relaxed open-air island setting. Breakfast 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM Breakfasts are a colourful array of fresh tropical fruits, juices, and smoothies, as well as traditional Maldivian and international favourites. Dinner 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM Taste your way through an Asian street market, the spice souk stalls of Morocco, the churrascaria BBQ restaurants of Brazil, and a passage through India tandoor during the nightly market experiences at Kashiveli. Gili Culinary Journey - A food journey through 9 cities A rotating menu of signature dishes will take guests on a gastronomic tour of nine global culinary hotspots. Expect a Lankanfushi take to the Maldives, tender Indonesian Rendang curry, mouthwatering Tamil lamb, and colorful Mediterranean salads.
By The Sea
Surrounded by tropical jungle and sweeping ocean views, By The Sea is Gili Lankanfushi's signature Japanese-fusion restaurant. Savour fresh sushi, sashimi, hand rolls, and teppanyaki specialties crafted from locally sourced ingredients, complemented by an extensive sake selection. Offering a unique barefoot luxury dining experience by the ocean, the restaurant is ideal for memorable intimate dinners,
Fini Foni
Fini Foni, meaning “cold sweet” in Dhivehi, is Gili Lankanfushi’s relaxed poolside spot for refreshing treats and light refreshments. Enjoy handmade ice creams and popsicles crafted from natural ingredients, along with snacks, coffee, and handcrafted cocktails. Located beside the pool and near the tennis court, it is the perfect place to cool off and unwind throughout the day.
Overwater Bar
Perched on stilts above the lagoon, the Overwater Bar offers light lunches, fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and panoramic ocean views. Featuring herbs and vegetables harvested daily from the resort’s garden and freshly caught seafood, it is the perfect spot to enjoy a relaxed meal, sunset drinks, or an evening by the water while taking in Maldives' breathtaking scenery.
Underground Wine Cellar
Discover over 500 wine varieties from renowned and emerging wine regions at Gili Lankanfushi’s Underground Wine Cellar. Guided by expert sommeliers, guests can enjoy curated wine tastings, gourmet food pairings, wine and chocolate experiences, cheese tastings, and exclusive multi-course dinners paired with exceptional wines from around the world in an intimate cellar setting.
BBQ dine with a private chef
Dine with your toes dipped in the sand as a private chef creates an unforgettable barbeque feast. Choose from a surf-and-turf BBQ, a Maldivian lobster BBQ, or a vegan BBQ.
Dining for the Senses
Put your taste buds to the test with Dining for the Senses, a unique blindfolded four-course culinary journey designed to heighten every flavor, aroma, and texture. Featuring locally sourced seafood and freshly harvested ingredients from the resort's organic garden, this immersive dining experience offers an unforgettable exploration of food through the senses.
Dine under the stars
Enjoy an enchanting private dining experience beneath a canopy of stars in the Maldives. Set in an intimate and secluded location, Dine Under the Stars combines exquisite cuisine, personalized service, and breathtaking island surroundings to create a truly unforgettable evening of romance and luxury.
Wellness
Meera Spa
At Meera Spa, wellness is inspired by the healing rhythm of island life. Nestled within Gili Lankanfushi's tranquil natural surroundings, the spa offers a holistic approach to wellbeing through personalised treatments, therapeutic massages, restorative body rituals, yoga, meditation, and tailored wellness journeys. Guided by experienced practitioners, each experience is designed to nurture balance, encourage mindfulness, and support deep relaxation. Rooted in Gili's philosophy of slowing down and reconnecting with what matters most, Meera Spa provides a peaceful sanctuary where guests can restore body, mind, and spirit while embracing the restorative beauty of the Maldives.
- Deep Muscle Fusion
- Organic Seaweed Leaf Wrap
- Tibetan Singing Bowl
- Steam and Sauna
