recreation

Diving Leisure and Entertainment Sports Complex Water Sports Fly Fishing

Leisure and Entertainment

The Island Hideaway offers a whole host of entertainment and leisure activities for those that want to do a little more than nothing! The following is a snapshot summary of some of the recreational activities we offer:

The Hideaway Library

if you are looking for a distraction, you might want to check out the Hideaway Library with its myriad of books, magazines, games, music CDs, DVDs and Cyber Café. All Villas have Internet access by LAN line. Breakfast each morning is accompanied by the Hideaway Newsletter summarizing world events.

Hideaway Water Sports

in addition to the 750 cubic metre Infinity Swimming Pool facing the Indian Ocean, 32 metres in length and 22 metres in width, with attached Jacuzzi and children’s pool as well as poolside service, The Island Hideaway has also made sure that all other forms of water sports are catered for – from speedboat trips to catamaran sailing to water skiing, snorkeling, windsurfing, canoeing and wakeboarding. And those wanting to experience a bit of local colour can sail out on a traditional Maldivian dhoni boat or their own yacht to one of the nearby inhabited islands

Tennis, Fitness Suite, Beach Volleyball, Bicycle Riding and Silat

the more sporting- minded can enjoy a game of tennis, volleyball on the sand, jog along the beach, bicycle along the hidden trails, or work-out at our Sports Complex. For the early birds, a refreshing session of silat is “just what the doctor ordered”.

Sunset, Sunrise, Night and Big-game fishing

Sunset, Sunrise, Night and Big-game fishing – fishing is one of the mainstays of subsistence for the Maldivian people, who have mastered it to an art. Our guests are able to participate in sunset or night fishing on a traditional Maldivian dhoni fishing boat, big game fishing and also go on fishing expeditions with fishermen from the local islands and experience for themselves first-hand as to what proper eco-friendly fishing entails. Our expert chefs will thereafter prepare the catches made by the guests in whatever manner they desire, including beach barbecues

Cultural Excursions

we arrange excursions for our guests to significant sites of Maldivian heritage and culture on nearby islands. One of the most important sites is the Utheemu Palace situated on Utheemu Island, home of the Maldivian national hero Muhammad Thakurufaanu or BoduThakurufaanu and his two brothers who saved the Maldives from the Portuguese in 1573 AD.

The Hideaway Bazaar

at our Hideaway Bazaar you are guaranteed to find that ideal present for friends and family. Exhibited and retailed in our lifestyle boutique are finely crafted items such as Maldivian arts and crafts, jewellery and hand-made fabrics using traditional weaving methods. In keeping with the commitment to caring for the environment, recycled items are also available for you to take home as souvenirs to relive pleasant memories of your stay. You will also find at the Bazaar those last minute essential things you forgot to bring on your holiday, including sun protection lotions and other toiletries.

Sifani London Jewellery Boutique

Sifani London (www.sifani.com) is a manufacturer and retailer of high quality jewellery and precious gems products. Our partnership with Sifani allows our guests to design custom-made jewellery for any occasion, whether it be for weddings or honeymoons or just that romantic special occasion.

Mandara Spa Shop

the Spa Shop stocks a range of products for skin health (such as exfoliating creams, masks, cleanses and washes), anti-ageing boosters, body well-being enhancements, aromatherapy, and gifts from the much-admired Elemis and La Thérapie range.

Meridis Dive Boutique

this is a dive specialist boutique where guests can purchase snorkelling and diving equipment.

Desert Island Retreats

guests can take a trip to a nearby uninhabited island or sandbank lagoon and spend the day swimming, lazing and feasting on the delights of the picnic barbecue.