Swim and snorkel in The Maldives’ turquoise waters. The best possible way to relax at the end of your holiday
OBLU Nature Helengeli
Highlights
House Reef,
Water villas.
All-Inclusive
Best for
Families,
Couples,
OBLU Nature Helengeli is a vibrant, all-inclusive resort, just a 50-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport.
This picturesque island getaway is perfect for travellers seeking an idyllic blend of relaxation and adventure, with world-class snorkelling, diving, and a laid-back island vibe at its core.
Situated on Helengeli Island in the northern part of the North Malé Atoll, the resort offers a pristine, untouched atmosphere with breathtaking white-sand beaches and lush tropical surroundings. Two vibrant diving channels border the island, creating unique opportunities to encounter marine life. The house reef is excellent and brims with colourful fish, turtles, rays, and reef sharks—all accessible directly from the beach.
Unwind at the spa, enjoy meals at the two diverse restaurants, or sip cocktails or sundowners at the poolside bar, knowing that the all-inclusive plan covers dining and activities. Older children and teenagers will love snorkelling, paddleboarding, and exploring the reef, while families can bond over diving excursions or leisurely days on the beach.
The Rooms
Unwind at the spa, enjoy meals at the two diverse restaurants, or sip cocktails or sundowners at the poolside bar, knowing that the all-inclusive plan covers dining and activities. Older children and teenagers will love snorkelling, paddleboarding, and exploring the reef, while families can bond over diving excursions or leisurely days on the beach.
What You'll Find:
- Excellent house reef with direct beach access
- Two restaurants and a poolside bar
- Outdoor showers and mini-bars in every villa
Why You’ll Love It:
- Snorkel with turtles, rays and reef sharks straight from the shore
- Take advantage of the generous all-inclusive plan
- Relax in spacious villas designed for comfort and convenience
Explore ETG's Sample Itineraries in The Maldives
A few of our favourite routes – hand-picked by the team and ripe for tweaking.
Think of them as conversation starters. Curiosity sparkers. Not fixed plans – just ideas for what your holiday could look like, shaped by years of local know-how and the kind of immersive experiences that live long in the memory.
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Sri Lanka
Family Sri Lanka & The Maldives
This two-week itinerary has been thoughtfully designed to include memorable family experiences in Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Along the way, you’ll stay in unique, boutique, family-friendly accommodation where you’re ensured not only comfort and a great location but also an adventure.
You’ll travel in Sri Lanka with your own private chauffeur-guide. The route has been planned to minimise travel but ensure you can take in national parks, ancient cities, villages and hill country. The Sri Lanka tour can be as adventurous or relaxed as you wish. For the last part of the holiday, kick back in a villa on a beautiful, white sandy island in The Maldives.
Highlights
Safari experience
Head out on safari with your naturalist guide in Wilpattu, Sri Lanka’s largest national park
Adventures in The Cultural Triangle
Cycle the backroads to Polonnaruwa, climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress and discover local life in the countryside
The Maldive s
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Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka & The Maldives Holiday (May to September)
Holidays in Sri Lanka from May to September are one of the travel industry’s best-kept secrets, but it can be tricky to know where to go. In the north, central, and east of the island, the weather can be superb and a well-crafted itinerary will mean you’ll have plenty of sunshine. The timing makes it ideal for a family summer holiday, and the quieter season means it’s perfect for a honeymoon.
This itinerary will show you the main highlights of Sri Lanka as well as something a little different with our unique cultural experiences. You’ll also have the chance to explore the beautiful and mostly undiscovered eastern coast of the country before flying off to the Maldives to relax in style for four nights. For more ideas, don’t hesitate to give us a call.
Highlights
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Climb Sigiriya Rock and explore the surrounding countryside
Kalkudah Bay
Relax at a luxury beach resort in Kalkudah Bay on the east coast; enjoy tranquil beaches and calm summer seas.
Dreamy resort
Stay on a paradise island in the Maldives
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Sri Lanka
Classic Sri Lanka & Undiscovered Maldives
This holiday is Sri Lanka and The Maldives with a twist, delighting travellers who want to experience the Indian Ocean nations authentically yet in comfortable surroundings.
After a carefully crafted eight-day itinerary in Sri Lanka, rather than being whisked away to your resort on landing in The Maldives, you’ll see the real culture and people of this island nation with a guesthouse stay on a local island.
Of course, you’ll also get the classic Maldivian resort experience to ensure you have a chance to unwind in luxurious surroundings before you fly home.
Highlights
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Explore UNESCO heritage Sigiriya Rock Fortress at sunset with stunning views over the tropical forests of the cultural triangle
Male
Discover the city of Male that climbs out of the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean
Dreamy resort
Enjoy the luxurious life in a picture-postcard Maldives resort
OBLU Nature Helengeli on the map
In Our Travellers’ Words
An Epic Adventure Across Southeast Asia
There were moments while I was out and about where I thought that everyone should experience this kind of mindful travel that Experience Travel organises, as it's not backpacking where you tick off the standard party hotspots, and it's not the typical cruise for tourists to visit the standard sightseeing destinations, but an experience where I really felt I got to know the countries, meet great people and do fun stuff that most people miss.
With ETG, we have visited extraordinary places
... stayed in wondrous hotels, met fascinating everyday people, listened to varied opinions, and learned much about places far away. I couldn't do that on my own.
The Maldives Edit
With SO many Maldivian resorts to choose from – many of which, let’s be honest, look pretty similar online – it can be tricky to tell which is the right one for you. So our experts created this guide to their top ten hotels and experiences across the country. Whether you’re looking for wildlife encounters or the ultimate luxury, this where you’ll find the best of the best.
