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CLUB MED KANI
P.O.BOX N 2051 KANIFINHOLU, MALE

Country overlook

General Information
Set in a archipelago of the Maldives on the island of Kanifinholu, 20 km from the capital Male (transfer by boat: 30 min).

Immerse yourself in this dream Village, a veritable garden isle floating in the Indian ocean and explore the wonders of the hidden depths. A Village just above the waterline, bordered by a white, sandy beach. An unforgettable destination and a perfect spot for those who love scuba diving.

Environment
The Republic of Maldives is a paradise of deep blue lagoons and chain islands. It is situated in the Indian ocean, a chain of 26 atolls southwest of Sri Lanka, made of 1,190 islands from which only 200 are inhabited.

Maldives stretches from North to South on 820 km, whereas the widest part is 120 km. You will discover lying islands as their maximum height is 8 feet above sea level and their maximum length is 4.5 miles!

The nation is made of 1% land and 99% sea, which make it a key destination for amazing scuba diving and great surfing. The underwater life is one of the wildest and richest. You will discover great coral reefs, incredible species and vegetation.

Full Country Name: Republic of Maldives
Population: 300 000
Area300 km2
Capital City: Male
Languages: English, Divahi and Maldivian
Religions: Sunni, Muslim
Government: Republic: headed by President Maumoon Abdul Gayyoum

When To Go
Maldives have a tropical climate. The year is separated into 2 main seasons, determined by the monsoons. The hottest month is April, whereas the coolest is December.

The Northeast Monsoon season is characterized by sunny weather, clear skies, low humidity and amazing water clarity. As for the Southeast Monsoon season, visitors will encounter a wetter season, cloudy skies, occasional winds and higher humidity levels.

As the Maldives are situated on the equatorial belt, you will very rarely encounter storms.
High season: Northeast Monsoon - December to April: 26 - 30 ºC. Rainfall: 7 days per month
Low season: Southwest Monsoon - May to November: 27 - 30 ºC. Rainfall: 16 days per month

Time Zone: 5 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (+5 GMT)
Voltage Requirements: 230 volts, 50 Hz

Currency
Maldivian Rufiyaa. You should arrive with US$ or Euros and change it after arrival as it is impossible to find this currency else where. Note: All expenses incurred in Club Med Kani will be charged in local currency (Maldivian Rufiyaa). However, should you wish to settle all payment by credit card, the amount will be converted into USD as this is applicable to all credit card companies. As such, an official fixed rate authorised by the Maldivan Monetary Authority of MVR12.75 (subject to changes as per current rate) will be applied.

Dress Code
In Male: Maldives is a Muslim country, so please cover up (sleeved shirts and skirts below the knees or trousers for women and no shorts for men) should you decide to leave the Village on an excursion to a Mosque or religious festival.
In Village: European style.

Health

Medical assistance in the Village:

• A nurse and a diving doctor are present in the Village at pre-definite times
• Medical consultations on request (payment in local currency)
• First-aid kits at disposal in the different services of the Village and at the front desk

Medical assistance outside the Club Med:

• General practictioners and specialists and chemist's shops/drugstores in Malé
• Decompression chamber in the ADK hospital of Malé

Recommended vaccinations:

• Diphtheria,
• Tetanus,
• Polio,
• Hepatitis A and B

Some parasitic or viral diseases can be circulated by mosquito bites. The use of skin and clothing insect repellents is strongly recommended in some periods of the year.