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Kandima Maldives

1km island lifestyle resort in Dhaalu Atoll

Mid-rangeDhaalu Atoll270km from Malé

Starting from

$220

per night

Unverified — not yet confirmed at source

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Overview

Kandima is a lifestyle resort on a 1km-long island. There is no house reef; snorkelling and diving require a boat.

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Our judgement from the facts on this page, not a review.

Best for

  • Active travelers
  • Couples wanting style
  • Families
  • Kite surfers
  • Groups

Not ideal for

  • Snorkelers wanting walk-in reef
  • Budget travelers (transfer cost adds up)
  • Guests wanting remote seclusion

Getting There

Domestic flight + Speedboat

25-min domestic flight to Dhaalu Airport + 10-min speedboat

Duration

35 min

Cost (r/t pp)

~$220

Departs from

Velana International Airport domestic terminal

⚠️ Domestic flights run multiple times daily; book alongside resort to coordinate

Rooms & Villas

Sky Studio

Contemporary ground-floor studio with garden view and private terrace

$220

per night

55Max 3 guests
King or twin bedsIndoor-outdoor bathroomPrivate terraceNespresso machine

Aqua Villa

OverwaterPrivate pool

Overwater villa with infinity pool and panoramic ocean views

$560

per night

110Max 2 guests
Infinity poolDirect ocean accessIndoor & outdoor showerBathtub with views

Dining

ZestIncluded

International buffet

Main all-day dining restaurant with live cooking stations

SmokeSignature$$$

Grill & BBQ

Outdoor grill restaurant specializing in steaks and seafood

Boo$$

Cocktails & light bites

Trendy beach club bar with DJ sets and sunset cocktails

Meal Plans

PlanCost pp/nightAlcohol
BBBed & BreakfastIncluded
HBHalf Board+$60
AIAll Inclusive+$140

Activities

diving

PADI Dive Centre

$80

per dive

water sports

Kite Surfing LessonsSignature

$90

per 2-hour lesson

wellness

Fitness Classes (KULA)

Daily yoga, TRX, cycling classes included

Included

kids

Kids Club (Kandiland)
Included

excursion

Island Hopping

$50

per person

Marine Life & Reef

House Reef

Not verified

Surfing

Not available

Nearby marine life

reef sharkssea turtlessting rays

Pros & Cons

Our reading of the verified facts above, not a review. We have not stayed here.

Pros

  • All-inclusive available

Cons

  • Domestic flight transfer adds cost
  • Further from Male than North Atoll resorts

Booking Channels

Direct booking

Best rate guarantee + free room upgrade on availability

Best for: All travelers

True Cost Estimate

7 nights, 2 adults, half board, Aqua Villa

Room total$3,920
Transfer (r/t × 2)$440
Dining add-ons$320
Activities (est.)$350
Total (est.)$5,030

Built from unverified rates. These figures have not been confirmed against a published rate sheet, and exclude 17% TGST, 10% service charge and $12 per person per night green tax.

Quick Facts

Atoll: Dhaalu Atoll
Transfer: 35min Domestic flight + Speedboat
Kids welcome
House reef: not verified
Alcohol: Served
Best time: May to November (best wind for kite surfing); November to April for diving
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