Kandima FAQ

Here at Kandima, we use USD (American Dollars) so you can bring these along with you. Most people pay their bill using their credit card however. We accept Visa, American Express and MasterCard.

With warm tropical weather throughout the year, it’s best to pack light cotton garments, linen wear, t-shirts and shorts for your holiday here at Kandima Maldives. For footwear, flip flops and sandals will do just fine! Oh-so Kool girls and ladies – heels definitely aren’t needed here, it’s toes in the sand and flip flops all the way! Some of the essentials will include your swimsuits, trunks, sun screen and bikinis, everything you need to hit the beach to soak up the tropical sun. A pair of sunglasses and a hat will also come in handy. For all water activities, such as snorkelling, equipment will be available at Aquaholics, our Watersports and Diving Centre, so these are some of the items you wouldn’t need to bring along with you. When visiting local inhabited islands or the capital city of Male’, it is important to be mindful to dress conservatively as to respect the local culture and religious norms. Ladies are advised to cover their shoulders and thighs, and if visiting a mosque, it is customary to cover your hair as a show of respect.

As you know, USD bills older than series 2003-2006 are no longer accepted in most of the countries and many changers outside the United States and this includes Maldives as well (unfortunately!). Kandima Maldives will only be able to accept USD bills series 2009 and later

We use British sockets throughout the resort (Type G British BS-1363). There’s always one adaptor in your studio / villa but if you need an extra one, just call the Buddy Centre.

Kandima is a lifestyle resort and very casual but of course it’s also Oh-so Stylish! In the day, the dress code is beach casual and in the evening, it’s smart casual. But remember girls – there’s no need for heels here – they don’t mix with our white sand very well!

We’re extremely lucky at Kandima Maldives to have a large and fully kitted medical centre right here on the island. We also have our own dentist and a decompression chamber. Our doctors are extremely experienced, with most of them coming from Germany.

Maximum occupancy in any of our studios and villas are 4 adults OR 2 adults and 2 children except for Family Sky Suite. Our 2 bedroom Family Sky Suite can comfortably accommodate 08 adults OR 4 adults and 4 children

When you arrive at the international airport in Male, the first thing you need to do, is to look out for our Kandima Airport Buddy! They’ll be holding up a Kandima sign saying “Kool people over here!” They’ll then put you on your seaplane or domestic transfer to Kandima as soon as possible, ready for your tropiKal island holiday!

When the sad time comes for you to leave us, we will inform you of your transfer times one day prior to your departure date. Once the Seaplane Company or the Domestic Airline finalises the timings, a Kandima buddy will deliver a departure letter to your villa.

Please email your international flight details to our kool reservations team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please do this at least 7 days before your arrival date. This information is vital so we can arrange the best possible transfer for you to Kool and Stylish Kandima! If this information is received later than 7 days, Kandima will not be held liable for a poor connecting transfer or any additional costs associated with no flight availability.

Well we’ve got some great news for you! You can find out everything you need to know about Kandima before you even arrive! All you have to do is download our Kandima App! Check it out and start getting excited about the Oh-so Kool holiday you’re just about to experience! The next step is arriving at Kandima! Once you’ve walked down our stylish jetty, seen the turquoise waters and had those butterflies of excitement in your stomach that you’ve landed at the koolest resort in the world – you’ll ‘rock in’ to your studio/villa. Our Kandima buddies will then inform you of the K’Island Presentation which you are advised to join. This is where the buddies will tell you everything you need to know for your holiday ahead. Kandima prides itself on being responsible and part of that is using as little paper as possible. That’s why you’ll have the Kandima TV in your villa with all the information you need throughout your stay with us. If you have any extra questions, then no worries! Just drop an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or contact us on any of our social media channels.

Kandima has a super stylish, ultra kool Hop On/Hop Off bus that drives up and down the resort throughout the day through to night. Jump aboard the Kandima Express and it’ll take you to the next awesome bar/restaurant or pool that you wanna go to!

We don’t have a complimentary shuttle service to Niyama, but a private transfer can easily be arranged. Just ask a Kandima buddy at HQ!

Yes! We provide two complimentary bottles of water to each studio/villa every day. If you’d like more, you can just reach out to our Buddy Centre and they’ll help you out.

Every studio and villa at Kandima is non-smoking. Smokers may use the terrace to smoke however where ashtrays are provided upon request.

Our Kandima buddies are from all over the world so we speak many different languages including English,Russian, Arabic, French, Hindi, Thai, German.

Kandima prides itself of being responsible and part of that is using as little paper as possible. That’s why you’ll have the Kandima TV in your villa with all the information you need throughout your stay with us. This includes the Kandima island map. You can also download the Kandima App and get all the info and an island map straight onto your phone!

We think drones are awesome but they’re also pretty obtrusive when you suddenly see one flying over your head whilst on holiday! We want our kool guests to have the best time ever at Kandima, that’s why we operate a No Drone Policy and don’t allow any drones to be flown at Kandima. Any queries please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Yes! We offer a variety of kool meal plans for you, including our Dine Around All Inclusive meal plan with its own perks. You can check out all of our various meal plans and choose the perfect one for your stay.

Our awesome All Inclusive packages include more than dining at our various restaurants. In addition to a truly delicious breakfast, exotic lunch and tantalising dinner at one of our buffet restaurants, Flavour or Zest, you can also book ahead for a 03-course dinner at one of our à la carte restaurants; Smoked, Sea Dragon or Azure. The packages also offer unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during the opening hours of Breeze Bar, Beach Club & Forbidden Bar. Wine, beer, soft beverages and snacks from the minibar will be restocked once a day. Guests enjoy complimentary rental of snorkelling equipment, standard kayaks, and paddle boards for 1 hour daily. That’s not it! Guests on Dine Around All Inclusive meal plan also enjoy a 10% discount on selected watersports, spa, and resort experiences. *Terms & conditions are applicable

The cost of an All-Inclusive trip depends on what you're looking for. We have a range of villas, from stylish studios to luxurious suites, and different types of stays — from short-term to long-term. Select your dates and check out the offers to find out exactly what your trip will cost.

It is stress-free and hassle-free! By choosing the All Inclusive package, you won't have to worry about the additional bills or planning every moment, while also getting an excellent value for money. Enjoy the various facilities around our stylish island to the fullest. Let us take care of everything for you, and your job is to chill and enjoy every moment of your vaKay.

We have an assortment of meal plans, each with its own perks from Bed and Breakfast, Half Board Plus, Full Board Plus to Dine Around All Inclusive meal plan. Read more about the various plans and choose the best one for you.

Our house reef is awesome! You can see dolphins, turtles and fish in numerous sizes and colours. It’s just a 5-minute boat ride away!

Snorkeling equipments are free for guests on Dine Around All Inclusive & Platinum All Inclusive. For guests on other meal plans, snorkeling equipment are available for rental at USD 9++ per set per day. Lifejackets will be in your room, as for the snorkeling equipment, you can just drop by to our water sports center, Aquaholics and collect them.

You’re in one of the most beautiful destinations in the world so you should go and explore! We have a few options for you: • Hulhudeli: this beautiful local island is stunning with pretty beaches and awesome snorkelling spots. It’s also the home of the Maldivian Romeo and Juliet. Read about it here • Kudhahuvadoo – this is the capital of Dhaalu Atoll • Ken’s Cove – just a five-minute boat ride from the Kandima jetty is Ken’s Cove. This is a gorgeous and Oh-so Kool desert island where you can have a picnic, go for destination dining or even arrange a party / wedding!

We love a good Kandima wedding and you can certainly renew your vows here. If you could give us some more information on what you’d like & how many people would be coming, we can sort out a wedding package for you.

Kandima is a place for everyone, so yes, of course we have fun activities for our more elderly guests too! As well as enjoying our ten dining options, you could try a beautiful sunset cruise, go to a local island, experience Maldivian hand-line fishing, try to see dolphins on a dolphin cruise or take a massage class or cookery lesson! Kandima is more than just a holiday, it’s a lifestyle! There’s definitely enough to see and do! This is a place where boredom simply doesn’t exist!