Jawakara Islands Maldives
Two islands, one house reef, and a bridge restaurant above it all.
An island resort on Maabinhura Island
Jawakara Islands Maldives spans two separate islands — Mabin and Dheru — joined by a roughly 650-metre bridge that crosses directly over the house reef. The resort covers 44.2 hectares and has 290 villas across both islands, with an on-site golf course and a dive operator on site. The property sits on Maabinhura Island, about 128 km from Malé, reached by a roughly 40-minute seaplane. A domestic flight to Madivaru Airport followed by a speedboat is an alternative route. The google rating stands at 4.6/5 from 335 reviews.
Who it's a good fit for
A large, two-island resort with a house reef, five dining venues, private pool villa options, and a full watersports and dive programme — best suited to couples and families who want activity variety and don't mind scale.
Best for
- Couples wanting private pool villas
- Families with children (Jawa Kids Club on site)
- Divers and snorkellers (house reef and Prodivers on site)
- Travellers who prefer all-inclusive packages
Less suited to
- Those wanting a small, intimate resort
- Travellers on a tight budget
Two islands, one bridge
Mabin and Dheru are physically separate islands connected by a pedestrian bridge stretching around 650 metres across the Jawakara house reef. Umi, the Asian Pacific restaurant, sits at the midpoint of that bridge — an unusual arrangement that makes the walk between islands a meal destination in itself.
The house reef
The reef runs beneath the inter-island bridge and extends across the property. The resort describes it as the Maldives' largest stretch of house reef. Prodivers operates as the on-site dive centre, and snorkelling access is available directly from the resort.
Five restaurants across both islands
Vela on Dheru and Aila and Saima on Mabin each run international buffets with live cooking. Molo on Mabin does Mediterranean à la carte. Hideout, also on Mabin, sits at the golf course and serves gourmet fast food. Dietary options include continental, vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free.
Pools, sports, and the golf course
Two infinity pools serve the resort alongside a fitness centre, tennis, volleyball, and football courts. The on-site golf course is served by its own dining spot. Watersports on site include kayaking, sailing, and jet skiing.
Villa design and scale
Beachfront villas run from 78 m² without a pool up to 101 m² with a private pool. At the larger end, the Dheru Three Bedroom Villa reaches 285 m² and includes a private pool and private beach. Water pool villas at 107 m² sit overwater with private pools.
Sustainability and sea turtles
The resort has a formal partnership with the Sea Turtle Health Institute, which gives the property a conservation angle beyond the standard reef-care messaging common to Maldives resorts.
The rooms
Mabin Water Pool Villa
107 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Private pool
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Dheru Water Pool Villa
107 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Private pool
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Inside Jawakara Islands Maldives
Amenities at Jawakara Islands Maldives
Most popular facilities
- 3 swimming pools
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness center
- Fitness center
- 5 restaurants
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- 5 restaurants
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Spa and wellness center
- Terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Flat-screen TV
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
View
- Sea view
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Terrace
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Patio
- Balcony
How to get there
Jawakara Islands is approximately 128 km from Malé, reached by a roughly 40-minute seaplane transfer. An alternative is a domestic flight to Madivaru Airport followed by a 40-minute speedboat leg. The resort arranges airport transfers, so it is worth coordinating arrival times with the property in advance, particularly for seaplane schedules which are weather-dependent.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
Jawakara Islands holds a 4.6/5 Google rating across 335 reviews. Recent guests have specifically highlighted the location, which the property's own booking data rates at 9.7. The resort draws consistent mention for its dining range and the physical setting across two islands, though the scale of the property is worth factoring into expectations.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 26 · average 9.7
They wrote about: staff, breakfast, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 4 · average 8
They wrote about: staff, breakfast, room
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Before you book
Common questions
How do I get to Jawakara Islands Maldives from Malé?
The standard transfer is a seaplane flight of around 40 minutes from Malé. An alternative route uses a domestic flight to Madivaru Airport followed by a 40-minute speedboat. The resort is approximately 128 km from Malé.
Does the resort arrange airport transfers?
Yes. An airport shuttle is listed among the resort's facilities. Seaplane transfers are the primary mode, so it is worth confirming timing and booking details directly with the resort before arrival.
What room types are available?
The resort has Beach Villas (78 m²), Beach Pool Villas (101 m²), Water Pool Villas (107 m², overwater), a Mabin Three Bedroom Villa (192 m²), and a Dheru Three Bedroom Villa (285 m² with private pool and private beach), across both Mabin and Dheru islands.
Is there an all-inclusive option?
The resort offers a Premium All Inclusive package. Specific inclusions should be confirmed at the time of booking, as package content can vary by season.
What are the dining options on site?
There are five restaurants: Vela (Dheru), Aila and Saima (Mabin) — all international buffets with live cooking — plus Umi on the inter-island bridge (Asian Pacific à la carte), Molo (Mediterranean à la carte, Mabin), and Hideout at the golf course. Several bars operate across both islands.
Can I snorkel or dive from the resort?
Yes. The house reef is accessible from the property and runs beneath the inter-island bridge. Prodivers operates as the on-site dive centre for guided dives and dive courses.
Is Jawakara suitable for families with children?
The resort has a dedicated Jawa Kids Club on site, family rooms, and a range of sports and entertainment facilities. The multi-bedroom villas on both Mabin and Dheru islands can accommodate larger family groups.
What watersports are available?
On-site watersports include kayaking, sailing, and jet skiing. The resort also has water sport facilities listed as an on-site activity, alongside snorkelling equipment access.
Is there a spa?
The resort has a Spa and Wellbeing centre on site. Specific treatments and pricing should be confirmed directly with the property.
What is the price range for rooms?
Mabin Beach Villas start from around $304 per night. Dheru Beach Villas start from around $380 and Dheru Beach Pool Villas from around $423. Larger villa categories and all-inclusive packages will be priced higher.
Does the resort have a sustainability programme?
Jawakara Islands has a formal partnership with the Sea Turtle Health Institute. This collaboration focuses on sea turtle conservation in the surrounding waters.
How do I book a stay at Jawakara Islands?
Rooms can be reserved through the resort directly or via major booking platforms. For all-inclusive packages, seaplane transfers, and villa upgrades, booking directly or through a Maldives specialist often gives more flexibility on package options.