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Maldives • Hanimaadho • 7 or 14 nights • all year
Embark on your journey in the far north of the Maldives, in an almost untouched forest. Surrounded by protected nature, dense vegetation, and a turquoise lagoon lies the Barefoot Eco Hotel. Retreat to the hotel's spa with Ayurvedic treatments and massages. Practice yoga daily and discover the impressive marine world.
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Experience the picturesque scenery of the Maldives in a sustainable way at The Barefoot Eco Hotel, located on one of the few inhabited islands, Hanimaadhoo. Fully committed to sustainable travel, the hotel provides the perfect base for relaxing on the sandy beach while also offering opportunities to explore new cultures and conscientiously discover the underwater world.
The water here is azure blue and warm, teeming with an astonishing diversity of dive sites inhabited by fish of all sizes and colors, corals, turtles, sharks, and manta rays. The hotel's dive center ensures the highest quality and professionalism, offering PADI and SSI courses for all levels. The private sandy beach invites you to unwind and swim.
Practice yoga to cultivate inner balance and strength. The daily yoga sessions, including breathing exercises, asanas (yoga poses), and meditation, are suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. For ultimate relaxation, indulge in massages and Ayurvedic treatments at the spa.
The mission of The Barefoot Eco Hotel is to preserve and protect habitats both above and below the sea level. Join a bike tour to explore village life or accompany us to the island of Utheemu to visit the Sultan Mohammad Thakurufaaru's palace and learn about its significance in Maldivian history. The marine excursions are designed to minimize environmental impact while contributing to biodiversity monitoring. During turtle, manta ray, and dolphin population monitoring excursions, you have the opportunity to actively participate in data collection and support marine biologists in their work.
By choosing The Barefoot Eco Hotel, you're not only immersing yourself in one of the pearls of the Maldives but also making a tangible contribution to its preservation. Discover a wealth of biological and ecological facts about the wildlife that inhabits this unique ecosystem.
In 2021, The Barefoot Eco Hotel was awarded as a GSTC-certified sustainable hotel.
The Barefoot Eco Hotel offers a total of 64 rooms:
20 Beach Front Rooms: Located on the ground floor with direct access to the white sandy beach. Spacious rooms (approximately 50 sqm including veranda) with a double bed or two single beds.
20 Ocean View Rooms: Situated on the upper floor with spectacular sea views. Large rooms (approximately 50 sqm including terrace) with double or twin beds.
Family Rooms: Consist of 2 interconnected beachfront or ocean view rooms. Maximum occupancy: 6 persons.
12 Beach Side Rooms: These charming rooms are situated next to our endless white beach with partial sea views.
12 Sea Side Rooms: Affordable and comfortable accommodations, just a few steps from the beach.
The Barefoot Eco Hotel is nestled in a nearly untouched forest on the local island of Hanimaadhoo in the pristine north of the Maldives. The lush vegetation not only provides privacy but also allows for an authentic experience of untouched nature and the true natural beauty of the Maldives. A private, over 800-meter-long sandy beach and a turquoise lagoon surround the hotel, inviting guests to enjoy an authentic and relaxed vacation experience.
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The Barefoot offers complimentary yoga sessions every morning, lasting 45 minutes (Introduction - Breath Practice - Warm-up - Standing and Seated Sequence - Meditation). These sessions are suitable for anyone looking to escape the daily grind, stress, and worries of modern life.
Pampering is a priority at the hotel's own spa area. Ayurvedic treatments and classic massages can be booked for an additional fee.
The dive center guarantees the highest quality and professionalism, offering complete sets of rental equipment (for a fee), including buoyancy control devices, masks, snorkels, fins, wetsuits, dive computers, as well as tailored services. All levels of PADI and SSI courses are available, including "NITROX" or "ENRICHED AIR DIVER" and complimentary "TRY DIVES". The azure blue water and the diversity of dive sites are captivating (20-30 within a 40-minute boat ride). All areas are unique and known for their abundance of sharks and manta rays, as well as a variety of hard and soft corals and fish in all sizes and colors.
The kitchen team, specialized in Mediterranean cuisine, delights guests with creative and unique combinations, sourcing almost all ingredients from local suppliers. Half-board includes a breakfast buffet and a choice of lunch or dinner. Guests can also enjoy fresh juices and light snacks at the panoramic bar and snack bar.
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daytime temperatureJan
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hours of sunshineJan
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water temperatureJan
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Arrival is possible on any day of the week, with Male being the destination airport for international flights, followed by a connecting flight to Hanimaadhoo.
We would be happy to book your flight for you. We research flight options for you from Austria, Germany, Switzerland or from wherever you want to depart. The prices are offered at the current Internet tariff plus a service fee. The flight prices can change several times a day and are based on supply & demand and the holiday seasons.
For a more environmentally friendly arrival, we can also book the train journey to your airport on request (Rail & Fly). The CO2 emissions of your flight can be compensated via atmosfair - Indigourlaub takes over 50% of your compensation-fee.
Everything from a single source: Use our flight booking service & fully enjoy the anticipation of your vacation!
Connecting Flight:
From Male, there is a connecting flight to Hanimaadhoo (45 minutes flight time) – this domestic flight is included in the travel price.
For the domestic flight, the following baggage regulations apply: 20 kg of checked baggage + 5 kg of carry-on baggage per person. Any costs for excess baggage are to be paid directly to the airline on-site, and any fees for rescheduling to later flights (due to changes in international flight times) are to be paid separately.
Transfer:
The transfer from Hanimaadhoo to The Barefoot Eco Hotel is also included.
Transfer time from Hanimaadhoo to the hotel:
Transfer duration: approximately 15 minutes
Please note that visa regulations may change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit the website of the Foreign Office when planning your trip.
The eco-tax of USD 6 per person per night is payable locally.
We recommend that you take out a travel insurance
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