Moonlit Shore
Overview
On a small island the nearest streetlight is a long way off, and the sky shows it. After dinner on the sand, the island's astronomer sets up a telescope and walks you through what is overhead that night: planets, the Southern Cross, and the stars Maldivian navigators steered by.
Your Evening
- 19:15 — Buggy from your villa to the east beach
- 19:30 — Dinner on the sand, four courses
- 20:45 — Lights out while your eyes adjust
- 21:00 — Telescope and naked-eye tour of the sky
- 21:45 — Tea, then the walk or buggy home
What Sets It Apart
One Host Throughout
The same person meets you, plans with you and sees you off.
Timed by the Tide
We set departures by the tide table and the forecast, not a fixed timetable.
Only Your Party
No shared boats, and no strangers at the next table.
Good to Know
A bright moon hides the fainter stars but is superb through the telescope, and your host will tell you which to expect. If cloud covers more than half the sky we move you to the next clear evening. The beach is breezy after dark, so bring a layer.
FAQ
How do I get from the airport to my island?
Your host meets you in the arrivals hall at Malé and walks you to the seaplane or speedboat. Seaplanes fly in daylight only, so if you land after about 3:30 pm we book you a night near the airport first.
When is the best time of year to come?
December to April is driest and calmest. May to November brings more rain and wind, along with lower prices and the manta ray season. Our journal has a month-by-month guide.
Can you cater for allergies and dietary needs?
Yes. Tell us when you enquire and your host will plan the menus with the cook before you arrive. Vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten-free are all routine.
Is there Wi-Fi and phone signal?
Every villa has Wi-Fi that is good enough for calls and streaming. Mobile signal is reliable on the islands and patchy on the boats between them.
What if I need to cancel or move my dates?
You can cancel free of charge up to 30 days before arrival, and move your dates once at no cost up to 14 days before. The full terms are on our Terms of Service page.
Tell us when you'd like to come
Send your dates and party size, and we'll reply with the islands that are free.
Plan Your Escape
