Veligandu is a natural island in North Ari Atoll, 20 minutes by seaplane from the airport, and has welcomed guests since 1984. It covers 22 acres and is known for its sandbank.
The 100 villas begin with Beach Villas (71 m²) on the east and north ends, and Jacuzzi Beach Villas and Sunset Jacuzzi Beach Villas with a jacuzzi on the veranda. Over the water are Ocean Jacuzzi Villas, Sunset Ocean Villas with a hammock net, Ocean Pool and Sunset Ocean Pool Villas with steps down to the house reef, and two-bedroom pool villas.
Dhonveli is the buffet restaurant; Raalhu Restaurant is the signature à la carte, and Madivaru Silk and its teppanyaki grill serve Mediterranean and Asian dishes. Thundi Bar is the lively main bar, Raalhu Bar and the Raalhu Champagne Pavilion face the sunset, and there's Himeyn Spa and a dive centre.