Description
The luxury island resort of Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru is set in 44 acres of untouched wilderness flanked by one of the largest natural turquoise lagoons in the country. From here guests can snorkel with turtles, manta rays and whale sharks, join pioneering conservation projects in the Marine Discovery Centre, relax and unwind on the white-sand beaches or become immersed in the healing heart of the Spa and Ayurvedic Retreat. The younger guests can enjoy the Kids for All Seasons kids club which is open to children from 4 to 12 years. Teenagers can hang out in the Majaa Maizan, the resort's young adults' centre where they can enjoy a game of pool or table tennis, or enjoy the beach and water sports.
Landaa Giraavaru is just a 35-minute seaplane journey north of Male. The resort is a stunning paradise hideaway where luxurious seclusion meets wild natural beauty. Like its sister resort Kuda Huraa, it is very family orientated and combines chic with barefoot luxury. Both beach and over-water villas are incredibly spacious and extremely private with unparalleled sea views. As with all Four Seasons resorts the facilities are fantastic for all ages with plenty on offer to fill your days in the sunshine.
Landaa Giraavaru is close to a large number of excellent dive sites, including marine-protected sites and transfers are carried out by specially equipped dive dhonis. The Resort operates its own Dive Centre, licensed by PADI. A multilingual team of dive instructors offers courses for beginners and advanced divers, as well as leading daily dive and snorkelling trips. With the waters surrounding the island being consistently warm it makes the perfect home to enormous shoals of butterfly fish, blue turtles, dolphins and many other exotic, brightly coloured fish.
Accommodation
The 102 thatched beach and water villas offer features such as private plunge pools and generous outdoor living spaces gazing across the tranquil lagoon. A turquoise gate with traditional Maldivian-style coral walls stands at the entry to each domain, while lush vegetation guarantees complete privacy. Living spaces are refreshed by sea breezes in an open-air bale (traditional thatched hut), while guests can sleep in air-conditioned comfort in teak-furnished sleeping pavilions. All bungalows, villas and suites include: King or twin beds according to preference, down or hypoallergenic pillows, hair dryer, internet access, satellite TV, DVD and CD player, safe, iron and ironing board on request, tea and coffee facilities, phone and minibar.
| Beach Bungalow with Pool | The Beach Bungalows (75m2) are located north of the island with views of the surrounding garden and ocean come with your very own private plunge pool and beautifully finished with sundecks, spacious bathrooms, outdoor Maldivian garden shower and facilities including a plasma TV, DVD player and high-speed internet. |
| Beach Villa with Pool | The Beach Villas (137m2) at Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru are located south of the island overlooking the white sandy beach and ocean. Each villa is finished with sundecks, spacious bathrooms with an outdoor Maldivian garden shower and facilities including a plasma TV, DVD player and high-speed internet. |
| Family Beach Villa with Pool | Located south of the island, steps from the lagoon stands the Family Beach Villa (164m2) which features a 12 metre lap pool, sand floor living room, one bathroom and spacious study which ideally can be arranged to sleep small children. |
| Two Bedroom Family Beach Bungalow with Pool | With their own beachfront, these two bedroom family beach bungalows spread across 182m2 are ideal for those larger families as they can sleep up to 6 people. They feature two bedrooms each with their own bathroom linked by a short corridor. |
| Sunrise Water Villa | Located on the northwestern end of the island stand the water villas, some enjoying the morning sunshine and some bidding farewell to the stunning sunsets. Each villa is approximately 86m2 giving plenty of space to relax in. |
| Sunset Water Villa | Located on the northwestern end of the island stand the water villas, some enjoying the morning sunshine and some bidding farewell to the stunning sunsets. Each villa is approximately 86m2 giving plenty of space to relax in. |
| Sunrise Water Villa with Pool | Take in stunning sunsets from these villas at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru, ideally positioned on a double-loaded jetty off the northwestern end of the island. Also enjoys its own private pool. |
| Sunset Water Villa with Pool | Bask in beautiful sunrises from these villas at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru, ideally positioned on a double-loaded jetty off the northwestern end of the island. Also enjoys its own private pool. |
| Two Bedroom Land and Ocean Suite | Spend your nights suspended over the soothing ocean in one of two sleeping pavilions in the Two-Bedroom Land and Ocean Suite at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru. Three full bathrooms and guest powder room, plus three outdoor showers and panoramic views. |
| Two Bedroom Water Suite | Enjoy uninterrupted lagoon and sunrise views from this Maldivian two-bedroom suite at the far end of the Water Villa jetty. Two full bathrooms, plus three outdoor showers. |
| Two Bedroom Royal Beach Villa | Experience the best of the Maldives by accessing stretches of pure white sand, uninterrupted views of the sapphire sea and the privacy of lush vegetation. Three full bathrooms and one guest powder room, plus two outdoor garden showers. |
Childcare
There are excellent facilities for children with the Kuda Velaa ("little turtle") Club to keep the youngest guests entertained with a range of exciting activities and beach fun - open for children 4 to 12 years. Majaa Maizan, is the young adults’ centre, which caters 13 to 18 year olds. It’s the perfect place to hang out and meet new friends. Enjoy a game of pool, table tennis or table football or watch a movie, use the PlayStation or access the Internet. Or enjoy beach and water sports.
| Babysitting | The hotel can arrange a reliable babysitting service for children under 12 years of age which does incur an hourly fee and a maximum of two children can be looked after per babysitter. |
Facilities
The facilities are excellent and include a comprehensive dive centre, a marine discovery centre and a water sports centre. There are 2 kids' clubs for younger children and one for teenagers. There is a stunning Olympic sized swimming pool, a spa, Health Club, tennis court as well as a Marine Biology Centre for those who want to learn about the underwater world. The concierge on the island can advise you on the multitude of options on offer whether that be a gentle jog around the island, sunset fishing or an overnight cruise.
| Marine Discovery Centre | Located on the island is the Marine Discovery Centre which is open daily to enrich the guests experience through research, education and conservation of the marine environment which surrounds the neighbouring underwater world. |
| Watersports | The watersports centre is positioned at the western end of the island on Blue Beach, open daily from 0800hrs - 1900hrs. The centre offers motorised watersports which include wake boarding, banana boating, jet skiing, underwater scooters, wake skating and knee boarding. For those guests wanting to do something more leisurely the island offers complimentary snorkels, masks and fins, sail boats, kayaking, dolphin cruises, sunset fishing and private island excursions.
Located at the western end of the island on Blu Beach, the Water Sports Centre is open daily from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. Complimentary snorkels, masks, fins and non-motorised water-sports equipment – such as sailboats, kayaks, catamarans and state-of-the-art windsurfing gear – are available |
| Health Club | The Health Club is designed to provide physical challenges and maintain relaxation whilst on holiday using the state-of-the-art fitness facilities as well as a steam room and sauna. |
| Blu | Blu is located at the western end of the island overlooking a 2-kilometre (1.2-mile) lagoon serving light antipasti, pizza and pasta during the day and fine Italian cuisine in the evening |
| Al Barakat | Al Barakat serves authentic Arabian cuisine. The restaurant is built over water, off the main jetty with a shisha bar located on the ground level. |
| Cafe Landaa | Overlooking the swimming pool and beach, the three thatched-roofed pavilions of Café Landaa are separated by reflecting ponds. For breakfast, lunch and dinner, our chefs create exquisite delights with eastern and western influences. |
| Fuego Grill | Located adjacent to the seawater pool and overlooking the eastern coast of the island, Fuego Grill is open for dinner. The restaurant offers fresh catch of the day as well as a wide selection of organic and prime cut meats, salads, sandwiches and Asian dishes from an open kitchen pavilion. |
Activities
The Water Sports Centre offers a wide range of activities to suit all age groups and interests.
There is a PADI-licensed Dive Centre, ready to explore the area's excellent dive sites with you either diving or snorkelling. There is something for all ages and abilities. For the younger participants who want to discover scuba diving from the age of 10 they can enjoy a 12 metre dive. For the certified divers, they have their pick of truly outstanding diving options, including kandus, ancient reefs, wreck diving and much more.
Services
24 hour room service is on offer here as well as concierge service, laundry, babysitting and 2 great kid's clubs with trained staff.
When to travel
The Maldives has a tropical climate distinguished by two seasons, or monsoons: the dry northeast monsoon from December to March, and the wet southwestern monsoon from May to November, with more strong winds and rain. April is a transitional period noted for clear water and heat. The temperature remains remarkably consistent at around 30°C.
February to April is the hottest period and resorts are almost all operating at capacity during this period. Mid-December to early January comes at even more of a premium due to Christmas and New Year and prices are even higher. Easter and the Italian holiday week in August also attract peak prices at most resorts.
Storms are more likely from May to November, though it’s still warm, skies can be cloudy and the humidity is higher. This is the low season, with fewer people and lower prices, with the exception of August.
Diving is good year-round, although a basic rule is that life on the reef is more varied and visibility better on the western side of any atoll from May to November and from the eastern side of any atoll December to April.
The surfing season runs from March to October, which is when resorts are cheapest.
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Location and directions
Baa Atoll, Maldives
The island of Landaa Giraavaru, 120 kilometres (75 miles) from Malé International Airport, is accessible by seaplane.
How to get there
10.5 hour flight to Male International Airport, on Hulhule Island. Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru is a 30- to 45-minute seaplane flight from Malé International Airport. Guests will be greeted by Four Seasons representatives and escorted to the seaplane check-in.
