Overwater Bungalows

Overwater Bungalows

A long, romantic luxury overwater bungalows holiday in some of the world's most pristine tropical playgrounds like Fiji, the Maldives, Tahiti and Vanuatu, is the ultimate holiday experience. Perfect for your honeymoon, wedding or simply a romantic getaway, an overwater bungalow experience is one like no other.

Surround yourself with the barefoot luxury of azure blue waters, clear skies and powder white beaches. Watch the colourful reef fish and sting rays playing below through your glass bottom floor, or indulge in a sumptuous breakfast delivered directly to your private overwater bungalow by a friendly local in a canoe. You can even celebrate your honeymoon with a picnic lunch on a remote atoll.

Many overwater bungalows offer a range of accommodation, meal and honeymoon options, including all-inclusive packages. There is also an extensive range of activities on offer - from a relaxing massage in the world's first underwater spa in The Maldives to diving down to the world's only underwater post office in Vanuatu. So whether you're looking to relax and unwind on a romantic getaway or honeymoon, or in the mood for something a little more adventurous, explore the holiday options below or speak to your Travel Associates consultant today.

To find out more about the range of overwater bungalows available with Travel Associates call 1800 017 849 or enquire online.

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    Anantara Veli Resort & Spa, Maldives

    from $929*

    This romantic palm-fringed resort is located in South Male Atoll, just 35 minutes from Male International Airport. The 50 intimate overwater bungalows boast beautiful decor, breathtaking views and a host of modern amenities.

    Guests can enjoy a range of international cuisine, take a dip in the infinity pool, work out in the gym or indulge in a multitude of water sports including diving, surfing, sailing and deep-sea fishing.
  • Stay in an Over Water Villa and experience harmony

    Gayana Eco Resort

    from $1,635*

    Gayana Eco Resort is located on Gaya Island, the largest of the 5 coral reef islands that make up the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, named after the first Prime Minister of Malaysia. 44 luxury over water villas take in the island and south China sea views. Nestled in Malohom Bay with 5 star facilities including two restaurants, bar, spa, dive and water sports centre plus our Marine Ecology Research Centre

    Ocean View Villas enjoy, as its name indicates, a perfect view of endless sea. All Ocean View Villas feature their own floating deck. You can begin your days discoveries with a dive from your very own private water entry from your balcony. Room service is delivered by boat to your villa balcony.
  • Discover Miniloc's quaint charm

    El Nido Resorts Miniloc Island, Philippines

    from $1,799*

    Miniloc Island Resort is also set in a cove with a backdrop of sheer limestone cliffs. Reminiscent of a coastal village, Miniloc's quaint charm is enhanced by its crystal clear waters teeming with tropical fish. You need not go far to sample Miniloc Island's interesting facets.

    The waters fronting the resort are rich in marine life. At the end of the pier, guests can snorkel alongside 3-foot long gropers and hundreds of sergeant majors, damsel fish, fusiliers, and other multi-coloured tropical fish.
  • Lagen Island hosts a high diversity of birds including almost all of the species endemic to Palawan

    El Nido Resorts Lagen Island, Philippines

    from $1,959*

    Lagen Island Resort is set in a cove, fringed by a thick primary forest. The sprawling grounds cover more than four hectares. Lagen Island is a showcase of El Nido's flora and fauna, where trees provide various niches for a diverse variety of birds and mammals, providing a wealth of opportunities and experiences for wildlife observation and sightings.

    At the back of the resort is a trail that passes through a forest and ends in a private cove. The Lagen trail is one of the best sites for bird watching, more rewarding during the early morning or towards late afternoon.
  • The perfect honeymoon or holiday getaway

    Pangkor Laut Resort

    from $1,989*

    A holiday at Pangkor Laut Resort is pure romance. Set on a private island in the straits of Malacca, Pangkor Laut Resort is surrounded by a two million year old tropical jungle, coves of golden sand and emerald seas. Only accessible to guests of the resort, it makes the perfect honeymoon or holiday getaway.

    148 Malaysia style luxury villas have been created to blend in with the natural environment. Whether you choose to stay over the water, on the beach, or the lush hillside, all villas are spacious, elegant and absolutely relaxing. Dining at Pangkor Laut is a celebration of the region's culinary arts. Here, nature draws on all of her bounty to play chef for you. Every meal on this isle is a feast flavoured by the history of the land; where the finest local ingredients are transformed by our chefs into a memorable range of experiences – a banquet seasoned by sea breeze just for you.
  • Discover pristine white beaches

    Shangri-la's Boracay Resort & Spa, Philippines

    from $2,009*

    One of the first deluxe Boracay resorts to open on the island, Shangri-La's Boracay Resort and Spa brings new levels of luxury to this fabulous tropical destination, with 219 room, suites and villas in a classic-yet-contemporary style infused with local cultural influences.

    Located in the northern part of the island, the Resort's secluded setting includes 350 metres of pristine beachfront and 12 hectares of grounds that are home to a number of interesting and rare species of wildlife. The Resort, with its fun-filled Entertainment Centre and child-friendly Adventure Zone, is an ideal vacation spot for families, while Shangri-La's signature CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La is a sanctuary for those desiring to be pampered and indulged. An impressive selection of restaurants and bars also makes the Resort the island's foremost dining destination.
  • Includes a sunset cruise

    Kuredu Island Resort, Maldives

    from $2,025*

    Kuredu Island Resort is located in Lhaviyani Atoll, an are famous for its abundant fish life. A paradise dream in real life, with more than 3km of white beaches and aquamarine lagoons. Kuredu is situated on the northern reef of the Lhaviyani Atoll, 80 miles north of the international Airport 'Hulhule', 40 minutes by seaplane from the airport.

    Exotic, thatched bungalows and spacious villas accommodate our guests. Bungalows and Villas line the white sand beach, while Sangu Sunset Water Villas are built on columns over the lagoon. On the western end of the island the magnificent Sangu Resort with exclusive Bar, Restaurant and Reception offers the fabulous Sangu Sunset Water Villas.

    Whereas Kuredu Island Resort offers the cosy and comfortable Beach Bungalows and the beautiful Beach Villas.
  • Includes a reef snorkelling trip

    Diva Maldives

    from $2,069*

    Upon approaching the island, from the air, one can make out a few thatched roofs scattered here and there under the coconut trees. Further along, like a palm leaf on the lagoon, other small pointed hats seem to pop out of the turquoise waters. Diva Maldives is the first NaIade Resorts hotel in the Maldives and is its jewel in the crown.

    On this long and exquisite private island, surrounded by a crystal clear lagoon, luxury and charm will be at work to serve guests eagerly searching for what the sea has to offer. Diva is set on Didhoofinolhu, an island of nearly 2kms long and 500m wide and it is also one of the largest in the Maldives Islands. In these turquoise waters, with all the elegance of a ballet, manta rays, whale sharks, dolphins and thousands of multicoloured fish swim about. Diva is indeed the paradise of the seas.
  • Experience friendly Maldivian hospitality

    Hilton Maldives Irufushi Resort & Spa, Maldives

    from $2,119*

    Surrounded by over 52 acres of powdery white beach and lush, tropical vegetation, the stunning and secluded Hilton Maldives/Iru Fushi Resort & Spa is set on the unspoilt Noonu Atoll and is accessed by a scenic 45 minute seaplane ride from Male. Experience friendly Maldivian hospitality combined with a wealth of leisure activities and services to suit all tastes at this luxury five -star Maldives resort.
  • Designed to create a level of relaxation rarely found in our modern world

    Coco Palm Bodu Hithi, Maldives

    from $2,319*

    One of the jewels in the fascinating Maldives is Coco Palm Bodu Hithi. This majestic island resort is where leisure and comfort luxuriously come together in the open layout of your pool villa be it right on the water's edge or perched on stilts over the lagoon. Natural textures and private outdoor spaces create a peaceful environment while sun decks lead to private pools and daybeds for privacy.

    If you truly wish to spoil yourself, then look no further than the resort's Club Villas. These exclusive accommodations are catered to by their own over-water restaurant and bar. They also boast an audio-visual home theatre and a private library of books, music and films plus 24 hour butler service. If toasting under a warm Maldivian sun on a soft blanket of pure white sand isn't enough then every water sport imaginable is available. Scuba diving is to be had for the more adventurous or glide above the water on skis, sails or fins and snorkels.

    For those after pampering and relaxation then the Coco Spa provides an over-water peaceful retreat for the mind, body and spirit. Coco Palm Bodu Hithi is about as close to paradise as us mere mortals will ever experience. It has been designed to create a level of relaxation rarely found in our modern world… best of all it invites you to sit back, take a deep breath, and exhale.
  • All Inclusive package

    Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa, Maldives

    from $2,529*

    Featuring 112 suites and villas the hotel offers diving enthusiasts outstanding diving opportunities including an excellent house reef complete with a dedicated sunken ship wreck, and is within easy reach of the top dive spots in the Maldives.

    The 7 categories of beach front and over water accommodation ranges from 76 sq m Beach Suites complete with separate living room, large terrace and indoor and outdoor showers, up to 146 sq m Luxury Beachfront Pool Villas which include membership of the exclusive Island Club, which offers guests in selected categories of accommodation a "resort within a resort" experience including use of the exclusive Club Lounge, daily servings of complimentary meals, snack and drinks and complimentary evening cocktail and canapes.

    The hotel features a variety of dining options, pools, recreation activities, Sports and Fitness facilities, bar and lounges with nightly entertainment, SPA Cenvaree, and a Kids Club. The resort is relatively close to Male International Airport with an air transfer time of just 25 minutes or speed boat services (night transfer available) in 85 minutes.
  • Includes 1 FREE night

    Sheraton Full Moon Resort & Spa, Maldives

    from $2,899*

    Sheraton Maldives with white sandy beaches and beautiful turquoise lagoons, welcomes guests with gracious Maldivian hospitality to a world of relaxation, fine dining, water sports and entertainment. Beautifully furnished, the 156 revitalised guest rooms reflect the essence of tropical style with the finest amenities.

    With access to 7 restaurants and lounge bars, there is plenty to tempt every palate. Our lobby area with Link@Sheraton is designed so our guests can socialise or stay connected with loved ones at home. The world's first Shine Spa for Sheraton offers a truly sensational spa experience and many recreational activities and excursions keep our guests busy.
  • Includes 1 FREE night

    Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, Maldives

    from $2,939*

    Cast away on a secluded atoll in the paradisiacal Maldives archipelago, you experience a sense of magic and romance at the quintessential Maldives all-inclusive resort, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru. You'll find paradise here - catching the sea breeze as you wake up in the morning, diving into the blue of the Maldives and swimming in between wondrous sea creatures, luxuriating in the comfort of your elegant five-star Maldives Beach Villa.
  • Experience ultimate luxury

    Shangri-la's Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives

    from $3,559*

    Shangri-La's Villingili Resort and Spa is the first luxury resort in the Maldives to be located south of the equator. Offering guests a stylish experience in a spacious, all-villa environment, the resort is surrounded by lush vegetation, including 17,000 coconut trees, and over six kilometres of picturesque coastline with nearly two kilometres of white-sand beaches.

    Stylishly furnished accommodation includes private ocean retreats and tropical tree house villas – unique to the Maldives - with superb views. Guests can enjoy a tempting selection of dining and entertainment facilities, innovative treatments at CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La, and a variety of aquatic leisure activities, or explore by bicycle the five neighbouring islands connected by a 17-kilometre road.

    Those seeking an experience with a difference can enjoy a cruise on a luxury yacht with lunch on the equator. The resort is a 70-minute flight from Male and an eight-minute boat ride from Gan Airport on Addu Atoll.
  • Includes breakfast daily

    Angsana Resort & Spa Velavaru, Maldives

    from $3,869*

    Imagine arriving in a seaplane on a speck of land that emerges from miles and miles of cobalt blue water. At Angsana Velavaru, you will wake up to the adventures of a tropical island. Angsana Velavaru brings out the intrepid traveller in you. Our resort is located in a picturesque lagoon in the pristine South Nilandhe Atoll. Mix romance with adventure between deserted islands and a house reef.

    Woo your partner on a sunset cruise or spend the day on an uninhabited island. Spend quality time together, learning the ropes of navigating coral reefs in the company of dolphins and turtles. Experience the dazzling water world at your doorstep.
  • Includes 1 FREE night

    Anantara Kihavah Villas, Maldives

    from $3,929*

    At Anantara Kihavah Villas the beauty of the sparkling ocean is yours alone. Located on the Baa Atoll, only 35 minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport, this large, pear- shaped coral island promises and idyllic setting fringed with lush vegetation. Indulge in pool villas set right over the water, with excellent diving, a crystal-clear lagoon and beautiful nearby reef to explore.
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