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Olhuveli Beach is a laidback resort island in the Maldives, located on South Malé Atoll roughly a 45-minute boat ride from Malé. The villas of Olhuveli are set on stilts positioned in several rings around docks leading out from the white sand beaches into the turquoise waters. A small island, Olhuveli offers activities like scuba diving and snorkelling, sailing, wake boarding, waterskiing, kitesurfing, canoeing and big game fishing. Several bars and restaurants offer a range of entertainment options including live bands and karaoke.