Charming Private Room in Marine Paradise
Charming Private Room in Marine Paradise
Dhangethi Retreat
Description
Welcome to Dhangethi, a charming family-run B&B with just 4 private rooms nestled in a lush courtyard. Enjoy a private ensuite room with a small outdoor deck, just 2 minutes from stingrays and baby sharks, and under 5 minutes from a stunning bikini beach with excellent house reef snorkeling. Whale sharks, manta rays, sandbanks and vibrant reefs are all nearby, making it the perfect base for an unforgettable Maldives adventure. The space 🛏️ The space Your private room is part of a charming four-bedroom home surrounded by lush greenery. 🌿 Each room features a comfortable bed, air conditioning, a private bathroom, and its own small outdoor deck where you can enjoy your morning coffee ☕ or unwind after a day in the ocean. 🌊 The heart of the property is the beautiful courtyard, filled with mature tropical plants 🌴 and shaded seating areas that stay cool even during the warmest part of the day. It's a peaceful place to relax with a book 📖, enjoy breakfast 🍳, or meet fellow travelers. Every morning, start your day with a freshly prepared breakfast before heading out to explore the island and surrounding reefs. --------------------------------------------- 🌊 Why you'll love staying here One of the biggest advantages of Dhangethi is its incredible location for marine life. 🐠 Just a 2-minute walk away is the island's waterfront jetty, where stingrays and baby reef sharks 🦈 frequently gather, making it one of Dhangethi's most popular evening spots. The beautiful bikini beach is less than a 5-minute walk from the property. Here you'll find crystal-clear water, white sand, and an excellent house reef that's home to colourful tropical fish 🐟, reef sharks 🦈, eagle rays, turtles 🐢, and beautiful coral formations. Unlike many islands in the Maldives, you don't need to book a boat trip just to enjoy amazing snorkeling. Simply walk from your room to the beach and explore the reef straight from shore. 🤿 --------------------------------------------- 🐋 Perfect base for whale sharks & manta rays Dhangethi sits on the edge of the world-famous South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA), one of the few places on Earth where whale sharks 🐋 can be seen throughout the year. Manta rays are also regular visitors, making this one of the Maldives' premier destinations for unforgettable marine life encounters. From the guesthouse you can easily join excursions to nearby reefs, pristine sandbanks 🏝️, snorkel with whale sharks and manta rays, or enjoy magical sunset cruises. 🌅 If your dream holiday is all about the ocean, you've found the right island. 💙 Guest access Guests have access to: 🛏️ Private bedroom 🚿 Private ensuite bathroom ☕ Outdoor deck (5 mins walk away) where baby sharks & sting rays commonly congregrate 🌿 Tropical courtyard and garden 🪑 Shaded outdoor seating areas 🍳 Breakfast area 📶 Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property Our team happy to help arrange 🤿 snorkeling trips, 🐋 whale shark excursions, 🏝️ sandbank visits, 🎣 fishing trips, 🌊 watersports, 🚤 transfers, and share their favourite local recommendations to help you make the most of your stay. Other things to note 🏝️ Dhangethi is a peaceful local island where you'll experience authentic Maldivian life alongside spectacular marine adventures. The island is walkable, safe, and offers beachfront cafés ☕, restaurants 🍽️, dive centres 🤿, convenience stores 🛒, and beautiful beaches 🏖️—all within just a few minutes on foot. 💙 If you're looking for a luxury resort atmosphere, this may not be the right fit. But if you value genuine hospitality, incredible beach-access snorkeling 🪸, and easy access to whale sharks 🐋, manta rays, pristine reefs, and sandbanks 🏝️, Dhangethi offers exceptional value and an unforgettable island experience. ------------------------------------------------------------- ⛵ Our place is only accessible by speedboat. Please find the public speedboat timings below 👉 From Male/Airport to Dhangenthi: 11:00 AM & 16:00 PM (On Fridays only: 10.00 AM and 16:00 PM) 👉 Dhangenthi to Male/Airport: 07:00 AM & 13:15 PM (On Fridays only: 7:00 AM & 13:30 PM) Duration: 1.5-2 Hours (Depend on Weather) Pick up point: Airport (2 mins walk from Arrival Gate) Recommended booking period: 24 hours before arrival/departure. Price: $50/person/way ------------------------------------------------------------- 🌺ASK US ABOUT OUR PROMOTION PACKAGE🌺 - Private Room with En-Suite Bathroom - Daily Breakfast & Dinner - Return Speedboat Transfer (Airport - Here - Airport) - 1x Guided Snorkeling Trip to Coral Garden Reef (Turtles, Many Fish, Reef Sharks, Beautiful Corals etc) - 1 x Guided Whale Shark and Manta Ray Snorkeling Trip - 1x Trip to Sandbank - Free Snorkeling Gear, Guide, Water, Snacks & Photos During Trips - Free Welcome Drink & Towel - Free WIFI - Free Island Guide - Free Restaurant Guide - All Taxes *PRICE TO BE QUOTED ON REQUEST*
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