- Maldives DMC since 2006
- Direct contract with Jawakara Islands
- Air + sea transfer coordinated
- CuisineInternational buffet
- StyleBuffet
- AtollLhaviyani Atoll
About The Vela
Vela is the all-day buffet restaurant on Dheru island, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Live cooking stations showcase international cuisine, with generous choice for every meal of the day.
Part of the dining roster at Jawakara Islands, Lhaviyani Atoll, this international buffet restaurant runs a buffet format.
Other restaurants at Jawakara Islands
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The Jawakara Islands experience
Jawakara Islands Maldives is a dual-island resort in Lhaviyani Atoll, connected by a 700-meter bridge. The resort comprises 290 villas, including both beach and overwater categories, which feature open-air bathrooms and are noted for being well-maintained. Guests arrive via a 35-minute seaplane transfer. Six…
Getting there
Jawakara Islands is reached by seaplane (35 min) from Velana International Airport (MLE) in Lhaviyani Atoll.
Daylight-only seaplane operations (06:00–15:30) mean late-arriving long-haul flights may require an overnight in Malé before continuing — Resortlife coordinates the full air-and-sea chain when you book through us.
Questions about The Vela
What cuisine does The Vela serve?
The Vela at Jawakara Islands serves International buffet in a buffet format. The menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — Resortlife can share current dishes on request.Is The Vela included in resort meal plans?
Inclusion depends on the board basis you book — full-board (FB) and all-inclusive (AI) packages at Jawakara Islands cover the main resort restaurants, while specialty venues like The Vela sometimes carry a per-cover supplement or sit on a paid dine-around credit. Resortlife confirms the current inclusion rules at quote.Where is The Vela located?
The Vela is one of the dining venues at Jawakara Islands, set in Lhaviyani Atoll. Specialty dining in resort settings is typically a 5–10 minute walk or buggy ride from the villa accommodation.
Reserve at The Vela
Specialty restaurants at Jawakara Islands are typically reserved in-resort once you check in, but Resortlife can flag preferences (theme nights, chef's table, private dining) with the resort before arrival when you book your stay through us.