What's Gangehi Island like for family-friendly vacations?
The destination of Gangehi Island is a good option if you’ve been considering a getaway with the kids. The snorkeling spots, beaches, and island setting are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Fly into Velana Intl. Airport (MLE), which is located 53.3 mi (85.8 km) from the city center.
What's the best accommodation for a family vacation in Gangehi Island?
Gangehi Island Resort is a top 4.5-star resort on Expedia for families, and features a restaurant and laundry facilities.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Gangehi Island?
The hottest months are usually May and April with an average temp of 83°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 82°F. The rainiest months in Gangehi Island are May, November, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Gangehi Island?
While you are vacationing in Gangehi Island, you and the family might want to see interesting spots such as Mathiveri Ferry Terminal and Mathiveri Harbor. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Feridhoo Harbor and Ukulhas Beach.
Recent reviews of Gangehi Island hotels
Expedia verified reviews
5/5 Excellent
"The resort strives to preserve the island environment - avoiding plastic, reducing waste, making its own water and supplies. An incredible local community works to make that possible. The vegetation is just magnificent. You can walk around and truly feel the wild nature above.
The reef is the main reason we chose Nika and it exceeded our expectations. Nurse sharks, Black fins, turtles and all kinds of tropical fish populate the corals, you can snorkel around the island the be able to see them (also depending on the season).
The daily food choice is nice and healthy: lots of fresh fish, Asian ingredients, pasta and a strong Italian footprint.
Few bullet points:
*The original villas are incredible, but they take much of the landscape and the public beach surface is limited
*Some activities seem too expensive. If you really want guests to understand the ocean and its fragility, prices should be more competitive
*Entertainment is very limited. Maybe you want to consider updating the evening sessions. The last thing guests wants to see at bar is a ppt - we read presentations all the time in our office! Maybe you could set these at different times of the day, based on guest interest. Evenings should be more Maldivian, more music, more fun
*Sometimes prices show older tax. Lotus Spa also not transparent, with fees changing from a promo to the final price
*Beach staff not responsive at times. We waited 3 days to try a kayak; every morning we had to search sunbed cushions ourselves."
A verified traveler stayed at Nika Island Resort & Spa
"The resort was wonderful, the staff were great, food was good and healthy (aside from the desert bar, haha).
My only request to improve the stay is to limit the areas that people can smoke, it was very hard to find somewhere that was free of cigarette smoke."
A verified traveler stayed at Gangehi Island Resort
"I was debating between several islands within the Maldives. I am SOOOO happy my family and I choose to stay with The W. The service was absolutely impeccable, and the staff went above and beyond to accommodate my wife and 3 year old daughter (especially Ms. Hadi and Mr. Ali). Our overwater suite was stunningly beautiful. The water sports and activities were experiences I’ll cherish forever. The coral reef around the island was breathtaking and like none of I’ve ever seen before.
Thank you again W Maldives and “see you soon”. "
"Staff were so kind and helpful. Location was perfect right by the beach. I wish I could stay longer. Swimming with manta rays and sharks was amazing and swam with a turtle on the house reef."
"I should've been did this review in Sept 2021 when went for our honeymoon Rm 262. I seem to can't get this place out of my head and want to go back. Hands down from beginning to end, the staff met every need and made sure we were good. They were excellent! Very welcoming and friendly. The food was really good and our over water villa was beautiful. I heard they are doing some renovations. When it's complete we will definitely revisit. "
A verified traveler stayed at Veligandu Maldives Resort Island