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2 The Barefoot Hanimadhoo new opening 2014 Male Village Gangehi Island Resort since 2008 Airport Local Village Male/Gangehi Male/Hanimadhoo 83 nautic miles 25 min by seaplane 90 min by speed boat 179 nautic miles 45 min by domestic flight Hanimadhoo The Barefoot length 6,800 km (4.225 mi) width 0,730 km (0.454 mi) 15 min by car from the airport 1.5 km from the local village 2

3 HOW TO REACH HANIMADHOO There are 6 daily direct flights (day and night) to and from Hanimadhoo in connection with the international flights. Maldivian Airline has comfortable aircrafts from 37 to 70 seats each. Maldivian is owned and operated by Island Aviation Services Ltd and is the leading domestic carrier of the country. Graduating from its role as the dominant domestic carrier in the country, Maldivian commenced its first regional operations on 25 th January 2008 with the first flight to Trivandrum, India. Today, Maldivian the nation's carrier operates daily frequent flights to 9 airports within the country. 3

4 SCHOOL MOSQUE POLICE STATION HANIMADHOO COMMUNITY SERVICES CLIMATE OBSERVATORY HEALTH CENTER 4

5 SLIP INTO THE ECO LIFE AT THE BAREFOOT The construction will be opening on It consists of 40 large size rooms (50 sqm) with direct access to the beach, of two different categories. The Barefoot has half mile beautiful private sandy beach and turquoise lagoon. Its management comes from the awarded Gangehi Island Resort and it is part of Noomadi Resorts & Residences. 5

6 Why our Hotel is Eco... The Barefoot Eco Hotel is an ecological touristic structure that follows the Ecotourism principles of uniting Sustainability and Conservation, involving Local Community within its activities. The Structure The Barefoot has maximized the Sustainability of the structure, intended to have minimal impact on the local environment and reduce its carbon footprint. Renewable energy Ecologically grown wood and Fairtrade construction standards Water conservation measures Solid waste management 6

7 ACCOMODATION Most of the rooms are in two storey blocks of 4 rooms each: 20 Beach Front two rooms on the ground floor just a few steps away from the white sandy beach. 20 Ocean View two rooms on the first floor overlooking stunning views of the Indian Ocean. 7

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9 All our high standard rooms are creatively designed. They are modern, comfortable, well furnished and very spacious. Some of the Beach Front and Ocean View are connecting rooms in order to accommodate families with children. The position will allow privacy and remoteness to generators and public areas. Features: Solar panels Air conditioning Ceiling fan Hot/cold water In-room safe box Fully stocked mini bar Coffee and Tea makers Extra daybed Desk International Direct Dial Telephone Stone bathrooms with rain shower, hairdryer Beach towels and amenities Daily housekeeping service Private veranda/terrace with sit outs Beach umbrellas and sun beds on the beach 9

10 Facilities and Services: A Restaurant featuring the best of Mediterranean cuisine Panoramic bar, healthy corner and ice cream parlor Fully equipped Diving Centre Conservation Centre Snorkeling trips led by a Resident Marine Biologist Non-motorized Water Sports Spa offering a variety of massage services and customized treatments Yoga Centre Gym 25 meters swimming-pool An original boutique offering tailor-made service Two seminar rooms Eco-Tours and Excursions such as escorted bike tours, fishing, desert island picnic Library Board Games Telescope Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel 10

11 Garden (render) Terrace (render) 11

12 Reception (render) Restaurant (render) 12

13 SLIP INTO THE AUTHENTIC LIFE Hanimadhoo is located in the North and it is one of the most beautiful islands of Maldives: lush vegetation, long beaches and turquoise lagoon. It opens the door for an adventure and genuine gateway where to be spoiled with a true Maldivian warm hospitality. Hanimadhoo is a quiet fishing village with lots of tree-shade and swings. Fishing and agriculture is what most of the 2000 habitants of the island do for work. It is a typical island custom that everyone finish their work by late afternoon, take their daily shower or bath near their wells, dress the children in fresh clothes and go for a stroll in the island, visiting friends and relatives, delivering small bowls of fresh homemade curry or taking some time to relax at the beachside, watching the late afternoon sun while children play around the beach. 13

14 SLIP INTO THE NATURAL LIFE 14

15 THE ACTIVITIES Maldivian cultural and naturalistic escorted bike tours To learn all about the lush tropical vegetation and wildlife of the island or plunge in the Maldivian culture to discover Hanimadhoo traditional lifestyle. 15

16 THE ACTIVITIES Local environmental education programmes To participate and support classes in local schools to spread environmental awareness in Maldivian young generations. Star watching To glance at the sky either on our dhoni night excursions or at the Eco Hotel with the use of a telescope. 16

17 SLIP INTO THE SEA LIFE 17

18 Diving Courses THE ACTIVITIES From your first breath underwater to the highest recognition for experienced divers, the most enthusiastic instructors in the area provide divers with additional environmental training and encourage these individuals to be environmental ambassadors within the diving, and surrounding communities. Guided Dives For certified divers aiming to discover the unique beauty of Maldives underwater world together with passionate guides, encouraging divers to engage in environmental activities such as beach and reef clean ups and other marine conservation projects. 18

19 THE ACTIVITIES Sustainable housereef snorkeling To get the first experience with the exotic sea life and to learn the best techniques to snorkel without environmental impact, guided by the resident marine biologist. Conservation snorkeling meet the gentle giants Snorkeling excursions to discover the astonishing tropical biodiversity becoming a biologist for a day and contributing to our Conservation projects as: the Reef Monitoring and the Dolphin and Manta Checks. 19

20 THE ACTIVITIES Night and Fluorescent snorkeling A new perspective of snorkeling that will allow you to light up the reef in a unique way and enter an unknown world of natural fluorescence. Although one has an expectation of what it might be nothing prepares you for the Fluorescing Coral experience. emotional 20

21 THE ACTIVITIES Environmental education and tropical wildlife presentations To give a chance to learn about Maldivian Biodiversity and how to approach it avoiding impact. Open lab sessions At the Hanimadhoo Conservation Centre, to discover our daily marine research efforts to carry out conservation programmes within the structure and get involved by the marine biologists in their scientific work. 21

22 THE ACTIVITIES Big game and light game sport fishing Carried out under a Catch & Release approach and within a monitoring programme. We are one of the very few resorts having proudly banned the high-impact night fishing to conserve and protect wildlife. Kayak trips Allowing to observe and explore the lagoon with the most naturalistic approach. 22

23 The Barefoot Hanimadhoo Philosophy Less is More * A new way to experience the genuine and natural Maldives through Awareness, Sustainability and Conservation * An authentic and charming holiday allowing to practice numerous exciting and socially engaging activities * A Natural Health Retreat * Swiss management * High standard * Outstanding value 23

24 RESERVATIONS AND CONTACTS phone number 00960/ address 24