Here is how I would rate Equator Village resort on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being lousy, 3 being average and 5 being great.

Resort Setting

Is anything but normal. It sits tucked away on Gan Island and it is surrounded by the old buildings of the old air force base. Personally, I don’t mind it at all. In fact, I like it a lot, because it is so different to other resorts in the Maldives. My personal rating is 4, though I suspect many people would rate it 3.

Equator Village Resort Maldives

Resort Environment

Retro all the way. And retro without even trying to be. Thing basic, but comfortable. Like visiting your grandma’s house. The creature comforts are there, but they are a bit worn and frayed around the edges. Again, I love it, so 4 from me, though I suspect many people would rate it a 3.

Resort Staff

Friendly, laid back and local. Nice. Expect to be able to talk with your waiter because they are genuinely interested in you. Good service. Rating: 4.

Friendly local, with catch of the day! Gan Island, Maldives.

Resort Beach

The resort has a beach, but it has been sandwiched between retaining walls. If you are coming the Maldives to sit on an idyllic tropical beach that looks natural and untouched, DO NOT come and stay at Equator Village Resort. For all the things I love about the place, let me tell you, it had one of the saddest beaches I’ve seen in the Maldives. Rating: 2

Diving

Diving in Addu Atoll in-season, is great. Highly recommend it. Rating: 4.

Access to Local Island and Cruising Potential

The best. Hire a push bike and go for a 13-km ride. Meet friendly locals and get a feel for island life. Rating: 5

Gan Island causeway, Maldives.

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