Niyama Private Islands Maldives
PLAYGROUND RESORT IN MALDIVES.
PLAYGROUND RESORT IN MALDIVES.
YOUR INVITATION TO CHILL AND PLAY.
At a Glimpse
- 134 villas and pavilions – from 1 to 3 Bedrooms
- The Crescent – a private playground of 5 pool villas
- Only 30 minutes by seaplane from Velana International Airport
- 9 unique dining experiences
- Explorers Kids Club for young VIPs
- Drift Spa by Niyama
Scenic 30-minute Seaplane Transfer
Direct Surfing Point Access
Indian Ocean's Biggest Kid's Club
Unique Dining Experiences on Land, Sea and Treetops
Personalized Bicycles
Pristine House Reef
Find a very private setting for intimate, one-of-a-kind experiences. With twin islands Play and Chill, Niyama Private Islands Maldives offers up the luxury of choice.
At Play: Frolic in the treetops. Rush into the infinite horizon. Kick things up a notch in villas set on white sands and tailored to adventurous honeymooners, active couples and style-savvy families.
At Chill: Revel in a peaceful moment within the cocoon of Drift Spa. Explore culinary heaven offshore. Soothe your soul to the slow rhythms in over water villas. Lounge against the flowing oceanscape in an underwater playground.
Discover your island niche and settle in, or jump back and forth between high-energy indulgences and cool serenity. Rated #4 in the ‘Best Resorts in the World’ category of the Condé Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards, and #2 ‘Top Resorts in the Indian Ocean’, Nature’s Playground beckons.
ACCOMMODATION
EXPLORE OUR ROOMS
VILLAS
VILLAS
Hide away in a thatch roofed haven tucked between jungle green and white sands. Drift into sleep to sounds of waves breaking gently outside the door of your over-water oasis.
- 135 – 255 sqm of indoor and outdoor space
- Choice of beach or water villas
- Direct beach and lagoon access
- Sunrise and sunset view selection
PAVILIONS
PAVILIONS
Slip into your private pool for a moonlit dip, or step down into the lagoon at sunrise. Pick your perfect sanctuary on Chill or Play for a one-of-a-kind Maldivian experience.
- 340 – 770 sqm of indoor and outdoor space
- Choice of one to three bedrooms with ensuite
- Direct beach or ocean access
- Spacious living and dining areas
- Exclusivity and privacy
AN EXCLUSIVE SURFING EXPERIENCE
SURF WEEK II
Off the beaten track. Uncrowded waves. High quality breaks. Hang out with surf celebrities Josh Kerr, Matt Parker of Album Surfboards, and Sierra Kerr.
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Location
ON AND AROUND THE ISLANDSNiyama Private Islands Maldives
Dhaalu Atoll PO Box 2002 Republic of Maldives
GPS:
2.680549502511502,72.93171175408861
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NIYAMA EXPERIENCES
CHILL OR PLAY THE CHOICE IS YOURS.
Special Offers
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Love Me, Spa Me and Spoil Me
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An indulgence in love with champagne toasts, couple’s spa rituals, deserted sandbank picnics, and horizons unending.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where is Niyama Private Islands Maldives located?
Niyama Private Islands Maldives is a 40-minute seaplane journey south of Malé or a 30-minute domestic flight to Dhaalu Atoll followed by a seven-minute speedboat transfer to the resort.
Can Niyama Private Islands Maldives arrange transfers from international flights arriving after 6:00 pm?
Seaplane journeys to Niyama Private Islands Maldives are available during daylight hours only. Guests arriving at Velana International Airport on international flights after 3.15 pm will be brought to the resort by domestic transfer.
What is there to do at Niyama Private Islands Maldives?
Niyama Private Islands has a vast range of activities for all ages. We recommend heading out to sea to encounter dolphins or diving beneath the surface to swim with the turtles. You can also surf to your heart's content – we are the Maldives' only luxury resort with surfable waves that break directly onto the island. Or enjoy a romantic sunset cruise as the little ones enjoy nature activities at Explorers Kids' Club.
When is the surfing season in Niyama Private Islands Maldives?
Niyama Private Islands is surrounded by the uncrowded, world-class waves of the Indian Ocean. Expect perfect sessions throughout the year with more favourable wind directions from October to May and the biggest swells from April to October.
What is the difference between Chill and Play islands at Niyama Private Islands Maldives?
Chill Island is perfect for couples with relaxing activities and spa treatments, and a mix of beach and overwater villas. Play has beach rooms only and is more family-oriented with exciting treetop restaurants, a swimming pool and the kids’ club.
Does Niyama Private Islands Maldives have a kids' club?
Yes, Niyama Private Islands' award-winning kids' club, Explorers, is perhaps one of the biggest of its kind in all of the Indian Ocean. It offers a wide range of activities for children from 1 – 12 years old, and is open from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm daily.
Are buffets offered at any dining outlets in Niyama Private Islands Maldives?
Yes, at the moment we are offering a semi-buffet varieties for both breakfast & dinner as well as a A la carte selections at Epicure and Blu, which will be served by our team for the safety of our Guest and team members.
Is a PCR test compulsory to visit Niyama Private Islands Maldives?
Yes, all guests travelling to the maldives and our resort will still be required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate, regardless of your vaccination status. This is a precautionary measure implemented as part of our resort’s heighted COVID-19 Safety Protocols.
The PCR test certificate must be in English and conducted a maximum of 96 hours prior to the scheduled time of your departure flight to the Maldives, from your first point of embarkation. The test certificate must contain the following information:
- Name of the passenger (name as in passport).
- Passport number/National identification number
- Name and address of the testing laboratory
- Type of test stated as a PCR test
- Date and time of sampling
- Test result
Children under one year old are exempted from this test. If a transit is made during your journey, the initial PCR test will be valid provided the transit time does not exceed 24 hours. If the transit time exceeds 24 hours, the PCR test must be repeated within 96 hours prior to the scheduled time of your departure flight to the Maldives
Niyama has partnered with local medical facilities in Malé to offer PCR tests service at USD 150 per person per test with an advance notice of 72 hours/ 96 hours required. Testing will be done in the privacy of your villa and samples will be sent immediately to the laboratory for analysis. Test results will be provided within 48 hours and sent by email. You can find more information here.
Do we have to quarantine when we arrive at Niyama Private Islands Maldives?
No quarantine is required when visiting the Maldives.
Are there any medical facilities available at Niyama Private Islands Maldives?
Yes, our resort doctor and nurse are on call 24 hours a day. Consultations and examinations are free for all guests with the exception of situations requiring further medical attention or referral, including and not limited to, laboratory testing and transfer to a government medical facility.