Thelu Veliga Retreat will be the first offering from new Maldivian brand “Drift Retreats & Cruises”. The brand seeks to bring an authentic Maldivian experience.

Thelu Veliga is a tiny, 1.1 hectare, untouched gem in the South Ari Atoll offering just 30 villas. This includes 10 beach bungalows located just a few steps away from the waters. A further 20 over water villas offer direct access to the shallow lagoon, perfect for swimming and low-key water sports. On its rim awaits one of the finest snorkelling house reefs, and if you’re a diver, you’ll already know all about what South Ari Atoll has to offer.

The emphasis at Thelu Veliga Retreat is on detaching from the rest of the world. Cast yourself adrift with simple pleasures, rustic luxury, personalised Maldivian hospitality, entertainment derived from nature rather than technology… in a setting of breathtaking natural beauty.