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VARU by Atmosphere

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VARU by Atmosphere is a 5-star all-inclusive resort on VARU Island in North Malé Atoll, reached by a 40-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport, with a festive Maldivian welcome and Champagne on arrival.

Island
VARU Island
Atoll
North Malé Atoll
From the airport
40 min by speedboat
Villa types
8
Meal plans
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Restaurants & bars
5
The island

Nestled in the pristine Indian Oceans of the Maldives, Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts presents its newest resort, VARU by Atmosphere, a Maldives all-inclusive resort. Enjoy your first moments in Paradise, on a Speed Boat for 40mins while you arrive from Male International Airport to the North-west of the Maldives. Experience the local culture and its warm hospitality while you submerse yourself in a 5 star service throughout your stay. ‘Varu’ in Dhivehi, the local dialect refers to strength, resilience and life in abundance which comes to life at the resort, with its perfect blend between the contemporary architecture and tropical vibes of the island paradise.

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VARU by Atmosphere is a 5-star all-inclusive resort on VARU Island in North Malé Atoll, reached by a 40-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport, with a festive Maldivian welcome and Champagne on arrival. The VARU Plan covers all dining at Lime & Chili and Bay Rouge, a quota-based allowance of meals at the three specialty restaurants (Kaagé, Nü and Charcoal), premium spirits, wines and beers, complimentary non-motorized water sports, and complimentary treatments at the overwater ELE|NA Spa.
  • 40-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport, complimentary both ways
  • Festive Maldivian welcome with Boduberu drumming and Champagne
  • VARU Plan includes quota-based dining at three specialty restaurants: Kaagé, Nü and Charcoal
  • Weekly Indian Ocean Gala Dinner with Bodu Beru performance
  • Complimentary non-motorized water sports throughout the stay
  • Overwater ELE|NA Spa with complimentary treatments scaled to length of stay
  • 20% discount on first two regular dives per guest
  • ON THE MOVE Kids Club with daily activities
In pictures

A look around VARU Island

Where you stay

8 ways to stay

Beach VillaBeach

Beach Villa

Beach
Beach Villa with PoolBeach

Beach Villa with Pool

BeachPrivate pool
Family Beach VillaBeach

Family Beach Villa

Beach
Family Beach Villa with PoolBeach

Family Beach Villa with Pool

BeachPrivate pool
Water VillaOverwater, inner lagoon

Water Villa

Overwater, inner lagoon
Water Villa with PoolOverwater, inner lagoon

Water Villa with Pool

Overwater, inner lagoonPrivate pool
Water SuiteOverwater, inner lagoon

Water Suite

Overwater, inner lagoon
Majlis SuiteBeach

Majlis Suite

Beach
Meal plans

Choose how you dine

Every board basis this island sells. Open a plan for exactly what it covers and what it leaves out.

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VARU Plan™

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What it covers
  • Complimentary speedboat airport transfer, arrival and departure (40 minutes from Velana International Airport)
  • Festive Maldivian welcome with Boduberu drumming and a glass of Champagne as welcome drink
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Lime & Chili: buffet with 'cloche' service featuring Asian, European, Arabic and Maldivian platters, live cooking stations, pizza station, grills, ice-cream stations and dessert displays
  • Special Indian Ocean Gala Dinner every Friday at Lime & Chili: elaborate food selection, unlimited cocktails and beverages, live entertainment with dancing and a special Bodu Beru performance
  • Bay Rouge Main Pool Bar: extensive menu of premium spirits, beer, wine, cocktails, mocktails, signature drinks, and tea and coffee
  • Dining experience in any of the THREE specialty restaurants (Kaagé, Nü, Charcoal) inclusive of beverages from the VARU Plan Beverage Menu, on a quota per person per stay depending on total nights: 3 nights = ONE meal; 4-5 nights = TWO meals; 6-7 nights = THREE meals; 8-10 nights = FOUR meals; above 10 nights = an additional meal for every 3 nights
  • Premium brands of spirits, wines and beers at Bay Rouge, Lime & Chili, Charcoal, Nü and Kaagé
  • Unlimited cocktails and signature drinks
  • Mocktails, seasonal fresh fruit juices, soft drinks, VARU Still & Sparkling water, and a variety of tea and coffee
  • Global selection of over 40 wines from renowned vineyards
  • Complimentary access to DISPORT gymnasium, outdoor/indoor recreational activities, flood-lit tennis court, badminton, and beach-volley
  • Weekly and seasonal group activities: yoga, Pilates, strength training and more
  • Daily DJ music or live entertainment; engaging events organized weekly and seasonally
  • Complimentary non-motorized water sports throughout the stay: Windsurf (competence check required), Stand Up Paddle Boards, Canoes, Water Bikes, Waterlogs, and Water Castle
  • Complimentary snorkelling equipment for all guests throughout their stay
  • TWO snorkelling excursion shuttles daily to selected nearby sites (pre-registration basis, weather permitting)
  • 20% discount on first TWO regular dives per guest
  • Sunset fishing ONCE per guest during stay
  • ONE complimentary excursion per guest, choice of Sunset Cruise or Stargazing Cruise, eligible only for four-night and longer stays, weather permitting
  • ON THE MOVE Kids Club: daily activities and learning experiences for kids
  • In-villa minibar replenished daily with an assortment of wines, beers, soft beverages and snacks
  • ELE|NA THE SPA complimentary treatments for adults (18+) depending on stay length: 4-7 nights = ONE 45-minute treatment; 8-11 nights = TWO; 12-15 nights = THREE; 16-19 nights = FOUR; additional spa services for every 4 nights stay

Not included

  • Late check-out, subject to availability, at an additional cost
  • Outside boats and excursions/sea activities from outsourced companies are not permitted
Eat & drink

5 places to eat and drink

From breakfast on the lagoon to the last drink of the night.

Restaurants & bars5

Lime & Chili · Asian, European, Arabic and Maldivian buffet

All-day dining restaurant, open-air and covered seating, beachside vibe with turquoise green highlights. Special Indian Ocean Gala Dinner every Friday with unlimited cocktails/beverages and a Bodu Beru performance.

Breakfast 07:00-10:00 everyday; Brunch 12:00-15:00 (Tuesday); Lunch 12:30-14:30 everyday; Dinner 19:00-22:00 everyday (Gala Dinner Fridays, Asian Theme Night We
Bay Rouge

Main Pool Bar with front-row view of the sunset; premium spirits, beer, wine, cocktails, mocktails, signature drinks, tea and coffee.

Pool 07:00-19:00 everyday; Bar 10:00-01:00 everyday; Light Snacks 16:00-18:00 everyday
Kaagé · Progressive Maldivian

Specialty fine dining, designed like a traditional Maldivian house. Open for lunch and/or dinner on selected days per week, pre-booking required; exact per-day hours could not be reliably matched to this restaurant from the source PDF layout (see internalComments).

Nü · Mediterranean Seafood

Overwater restaurant with ocean-themed décor; French, Italian and Mediterranean three-course menu (e.g. Zuppa Di Mare, Squid Ink Pappardelle, Lagoon Crab). Open for lunch and/or dinner on selected days per week, pre-booking required; exact per-day hours could not be reliably matched to this restaurant from the source PDF layout (see internalComments).

Charcoal · Beach Grill

À la carte beach dinner: appetizers, salads, kebab platters, Filet Mignon, Sirloin Steak, Ribeye, Bourbon Baby Back Ribs, Stewed Apricot Crème brûlée. Pre-booking required; exact per-day hours could not be reliably matched to this restaurant from the source PDF layout (see internalComments).

Things to do

Days on VARU Island

Water sports

  • Non-motorized water sports (Windsurf, SUP, Canoes, Water Bikes, Waterlogs, Water Castle)Included
  • Snorkelling equipmentIncluded
  • Jet Ski (Rent & Tour)Extra cost
  • FlyboardExtra cost
  • SeabobExtra cost
  • Wind Surfing LessonExtra cost
  • Water BicycleExtra cost
  • Glass KayakExtra cost
  • Water Ski / Wakeboard / Monoski / KneeboardExtra cost
  • Fun TubeExtra cost
  • Banana BoatExtra cost
  • ParasailingExtra cost
  • Snorkeling LessonExtra cost

Excursion

  • Snorkelling excursion shuttlesIncluded
  • Sunset FishingIncluded
  • Sunset CruiseIncluded
  • Stargazing CruiseIncluded
  • Big Game / Sport FishingExtra cost
  • Private Lobi Cruise (Romantic Sunset Cruise)Extra cost
  • Private Full Moon CruiseExtra cost
  • Stingray (Fishtank) Snorkeling with Dolphin WatchingExtra cost
  • Dolphin CruiseExtra cost
  • Turtle Snorkeling with Sand Bank VisitExtra cost
  • Sunset Shark SnorkellingExtra cost
  • Shipwreck Snorkeling with Nurse Shark (Vaavu Combo)Extra cost
  • Shark Snorkeling (Shark Combo)Extra cost
  • Whaleshark Snorkeling with Dolphin WatchingExtra cost
  • Local Island VisitExtra cost
  • Male City TourExtra cost
  • Night SnorkelingExtra cost
  • Manta SnorkelingExtra cost
  • Private Boat HireExtra cost

Diving & snorkelling

  • Regular diving discountExtra cost
  • Scuba Diving - PADI CoursesExtra cost
  • Scuba Diving - Regular DivesExtra cost
  • Scuba Diving - Rental & ExtrasExtra cost

Land sports & gym

  • DISPORT Sports & Recreation Centre (gym, tennis, badminton, beach-volley)Included

Spa & wellness

  • Group fitness classes (yoga, Pilates, strength training)Included

Kids

  • ON THE MOVE Kids ClubIncluded
Island life

Spa, children, reef and romance

Spa

ELE|NA THE SPA is an overwater spa offering holistic treatments inspired by natural elements, nourishing mind, body and soul. VARU Plan guests aged 18+ receive complimentary 45-minute treatments scaled to stay length: 4-7 nights = one; 8-11 nights = two; 12-15 nights = three; 16-19 nights = four; additional spa services available for every 4 nights of stay (All-Inclusive.pdf).

Children

ON THE MOVE Kids Club: a host of fun activities and learning experiences organized daily, especially for kids (All-Inclusive.pdf).

Weddings & celebrations

Wedding Pavilion on site (Resort Map legend, item P); no further detail supplied in this bundle.

Getting there

From the plane to your villa

  1. Velana International AirportOur team meets you on arrival
  2. Speedboat40 minutes
  3. VARU IslandNorth Malé Atoll

Included both arrival and departure. Festive Maldivian welcome with Boduberu drumming and a glass of Champagne on arrival (All-Inclusive.pdf).

The island map

Find your way around

Map of VARU by Atmosphere
At the resort

Facilities

SpaBalconyjacuzziBarSpeedboatBreakfastSwimming Pool

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