Kihaad Maldives, settled in Baa Atoll, is strategically located 10-minutes ride by private Resort boat from Dharanvadhoo domestic airport, opened since October 2012.
In addition to this, Kihaad is settled close to Hanifaru Bay, which is perfect for snorkeling and diving lovers, being a Marine Protected Area biosphere by UNESCO where whale sharks and manta rays meet seasonally.
Once arrived to Malé International Airport in Maldives, Guests can reach Kihaad by domestic flight operated different times per day by Maldivian local airlines. The flight allows Guests to reach Dharavaandhoo domestic airport on time and in total comfort. Once landed in Dharavaandhoo, hotel's boat will be ready to accompany them with a pleasant 10-minutes ride across the smooth ocean.
In alternative, TMA Trans Maldivian is available with flights operated through seaplanes, and it takes approximately 35-minutes to land on Kihaad’s water platform.

Recently redesigned and restyled, Kihaad Maldives – nestled on its own 600 meters long and coconut-shaped Island in Baa Atoll in Maldives – is a friendly Resort with lush green vegetation, long sand white beaches and an adjacent surrounding coral reef.
The Resort offers 118 spacious private Villas and a wide range of facilities and services, in full respect of the pristine natural Island’s ambience.
Kihaad features white sand beach all around its coastline, allowing Guests to fully enjoy, in total relax, a 360° coastal area and its breathtaking sealife, thanks also to diving and snorkeling activities.
Welcome to Kihaad, where sun, blue sky and turquoise ocean melt together... all designed around you.

A friendly atmosphere, where Guests can enjoy their time of relax, exploration and sunbathing in total comfort, surrounded by a welcoming and cordial feeling; in addition to this, thanks to its strategic position close to Hanifaru Bay, a Marine Protected Area biosphere announced by UNESCO where whale sharks and manta rays meet seasonally, Kihaad confirms to be one of the best location to fully enjoy the Maldivian relaxing and natural atmosphere.
Kihaadhuffaru Island is a heaven of peace, tranquility and serenity. The crystal clear waters of the shallow waist-deep lagoon, white coral beaches and green vegetation instill a feeling of harmony and being at once with nature.
Kihaad focuses on the preservation of marine life and local lifestyle, traditions and culture.
Despite the extensive facilities and services offered in Kihaad, barely 30% of the Island has been utilized, while nearly 70% remains an untouched area, in full respect of Maldivian natural environment.

Enjoy Kihaad’s culinary offer in different corners of the Island: the perfect way to experience fine dining together with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean.

Hanifaru Bay Restaurant: Located at the western shore of the Island, directly on the white sand beach, with direct views of the Indian Ocean, the Hanifaru Bay Restaurant features an internal sitting area with thatched roof and an external one where Guests can enjoy European and Pan Asian cuisine admiring the crystal water of the ocean. The Hanifaru Bay Restaurant welcomes Guest for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
International buffets – salads, vegetables, fresh fish meals, fruits – are at Guests’ disposal; don’t miss the live cooking station where the Chefs can cook delicious pasta and grilled fish and meat!
Spices Restaurant: The name “Spices” is due to the garden located behind the restaurant, where the Chef grow their own fresh spices and herbs, such as lemongrass, mint, parsley, peppers...
Spices Restaurant – located near the swimming pool and overlooking the beach – offers sub-continent gourmet cuisine, with a selected à la carte menu.
Sarong Restaurant: Located close to the swimming pool, Sarong Restaurant is an intimate, open-air cozy lounge distinguished by a Pan-Asian fusion cuisine in an easy-dining atmosphere.
Toddy Bar: Toddy Bar is located by the pool and offers a panoramic view of the Ocean. This open-air bar serves an extensive international selection of snacks and drinks. A curiosity: its name is due from the juice of coconut used as a soft drink or coconut palm wine.
Chiringuito Bar: Located directly on the eastern beach of the Island, Chiringuito Bar serves a wide range of cocktails, drinks, refreshing fruit skewers, a selection of international snacks and home-made ice-cream.
In-Villa Dining: Guests can enjoy the dedicated service in the privacy of their Villa. They can choose among the breakfasts and a selection of In Villa Dining offerings. It is a fine-dining experience catering to their needs for meals, snacks within the comfort and convenience of their own villa, private pavilion or suite, by choosing from an extensive menu throughout the day, featuring western and Asian favourites.

K-Spa
The over-water K-Spa is a serene sanctuary surrounded by soothing views and sounds of the ocean, where Guests can fully enjoy tranquility and relaxation. A wide range of treatments and massages are at Guests’ disposal.
Experience the healing, nourishing and comforting benefits of natural products such as avocados, seaweeds, spices, aloe vera, applied with care and professionalism by experienced therapists.
K-Spa features 6 spa treatment rooms: 3 treatment rooms for couple, 1 treatment room for a person, one room for foot massage and manicure pedicure, one room for Thai massage. Shared sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi are available, as well Spa relaxation lounge and Spa boutique shop.

Swimming pool: Guests can relax and enjoy the panoramic ocean view swimming pool! Morning aqua gym sessions are organized daily.

Spacious, bright, secluded: Villas at Kihaad have been specifically designed to meet the friendly and comfortably private feeling of the Resort. All Villas are equipped with LED TV connecting to the Internet, tea and coffee-making facilities, air conditioning system, and complimentary WIFI connection. I-pod docking stations and DVD players are available on request.

Kihaad Diving Center
Kihaad Diving Center exclusively follows the P.A.D.I. system (Professional Association of Diving Instructors). The PADI system of diver education is based on progressive training that introduce skills, information on the safety and local environmental knowledge to students in the courses.
PADI courses are student-centered and provide for maximum practice and application. Students learn the basics through self-study and then they are guided by their instructors. The aim is to bring students into the water as soon as possible and provide them with the education they need to gain confidence in the techniques of diving.
Kihaad Diving Center provides the best diving equipment, using a strong collaboration with the CRESSI company.

Hanifaru Bay
Kihaad Maldives is located just in front of Hanifaru Bay: a truly strategic position for snorkeling and diving lovers. Hanifaru Bay became famous after an article featured on National Geographic magazine, which highlighted manta rays’ behavior adopting this bay as a sort of “nursery”.
Hanifaru Bay is a long reef surrounded by sand. The upper part of this Thila is approximately 3-5 meters deep, while the bottom comes to 30 meters: a great place for divers, who can explore and follow water stream in the creeks and meet schools of bat fish, and then turtles and, during the correct season, manta rays.

Water Sports
Discover the crystal clear waters and marine life through a wide range of water sports activities:
• Snorkeling: A quiet and amazing way to discover the beauty of marine life, without necessarily being an expert swimmer!
• Canoeing: enjoy canoeing activity , admiring the beauty of smooth crystal waters
• Jet ski: have fun with our jet ski and discover ours and the other surrounding Islands!
Different are the excursions available every day, on a supplement basis, to better understand the unique beauty of Maldives.