Equator Village to close in November due to lack of government support!
Employees of Equator Village have expressed deep concern following an official notification that the resort will cease operations effective November 1.
Equator Village – A renowned facility in the tourism industry. | Equator Village
Equator Village in Gan, one of the oldest tourism establishments in Addu City, has decided to cease operations.
A reliable source has informed RaajjeMV that the Equator Village resort is scheduled to close in November 2026. Employees have already been officially notified of this decision.
A reliable source has revealed that the decision to close Equator Village was made after discussions with relevant government authorities failed to yield adequate cooperation. A major grievance cited by Kaimoo, the company operating the resort, is the government's failure to provide compensation after reclaiming the Blue Lagoon area.
Reports indicate that tourists visiting Equator Village have previously encountered various difficulties during the implementation of road construction projects. The company has requested that measures be taken to ensure guests are not inconvenienced as work begins on the upcoming guesthouse development in Gan and the redevelopment of Dhoogass, both of which are located in close proximity to Equator Village. However, RaajjeMV has learned that the government has yet to provide an adequate response regarding these concerns.
With operations at Equator Village scheduled to cease effective November 1, employees have been formally notified of the decision. The impending closure of the resort has left the workforce in a state of profound concern regarding their future.
This establishment provides employment for residents of Addu’s connected islands as well as expatriate workers. Furthermore, the closure of Equator Village—a highly popular destination among mid-scale tourists—will pose a significant setback to Addu’s tourism industry. The hotel has also become a preferred choice for transit travelers visiting Addu for various purposes.
Equator Village is the longest-running tourist facility in Addu to have maintained continuous operations to date. Many have expressed concerns that its closure will lead to significant job losses and create major setbacks for the tourism industry in Addu.
Equator has become a rising star in the tourism industry, consistently securing numerous prestigious international awards.
