South Ari Atoll
The natural, dense vegetation of Villingili sets it apart from many other Maldives resort islands. The three-kilometre-long island has 12 hectares of lush foliage, towering banyan trees, 17,000 coconut palms, 45 species of plants, 3 natural lagoons and nature trails for guests to explore.
Located at tee number eight of the golf course, Mount Villingili has been officially certified as the highest point in the Maldives. The world’ smallest mountain stands at a modest 5.1 metres and can be explored during a casual golf game or as part of a guided tour.
In line with our commitment to biodiversity conservation, the group launched Sanctuary, Shangri-La’s Care for Nature Project.
At Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives, we have the Reef Care project which aims to foster interest and awareness of marine life and the threats facing it globally, as well as involve guests in activities linked to marine life protection at the resort through activities offered at the Eco Centre.
Diving & Snorkelling
Addu Atoll is a veritable haven for divers and anyone curious about the underwater world.
For resort guests there is excellent diving and snorkelling available for all levels of ability. The creation of a snorkelling garden close to the resort’s shoreline is an ideal site for snorkelers and children. For advanced divers, numerous world class diving locations teeming with marine life await exploration.
Scuba diving for both experienced divers and beginners are offered at the resort, including a selection of PADI courses such as:
Advanced Open Water Diver
Discovery Scuba Diving
Open Water Diver
Specialty courses
The resort has its own Hyperbaric chamber along with a German Hyperbaric doctor and Hyperbaric-trained attendants.
Water Sports Activities
The following water sports activities are available at Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives.
Glass bottom boat
Catamaran sailing
Fishing, including deep-sea fishing and traditional Maldivian night fishing
Fun tubes and banana rides
Kayaking
Kite Surfing
Paddle boards
Parasailing
Private Boat Charter
Seabob
Small Dhoni Sailing
Surfing
Water ski, mono ski, wake and knee board
Wind surfing
Jet Ski
Excursions
From deep-sea fishing to a luxury sunset cruise, there are many possibilities to explore the surrounding waters of Villingili Island.
Sunset Sailing on the resort’s luxury yacht “Horizon”
Come along and watch the sunset while sailing on our 21 meter-long luxury yacht. Enjoy a glass of Champagne while sailing beautiful Maldivian waters.
Dolphin Cruise
Hop on a boat and explore the surrounding waters on the lookout for the many spinner dolphins living in the area.
Night Fishing
Venture out for a traditional hand line night fishing trip. Our expert chefs will be happy to cook any fish you catch.
Big Game Fishing
Have you ever wanted to fish at the break of dawn? Hop on a well-equipped private boat and be ready to fight barracudas, sailfish and tunas, among others, with the help of our experienced crew members.
Snorkelling
The snorkeling area between the Whispering Palms water villas provides a shallow, accessible place ideal for less experienced swimmers and children, before taking the snorkeling channel leading out to the resort’s house reef on the northern end of Villingili Island. Resident marine life along the way include branching corals, sea anemones, Maldives anemone fish and much more.
| Country | Maldives |
|---|---|
| Visa requirements | Visa is required. |
| Languages spoken | English |
| Currency used | Australian dollar (AUD) |
| Area (km2) | 7,692,024 km2 |
