Friday 19 August 2016

Bikini-clad Gigi Hadid and beau Zayn Malik take a kayak ride for two in Tahiti

PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: All aboard the love boat! Bikini-clad Gigi Hadid and beau Zayn Malik take a kayak ride for two in Tahiti

PUBLISHED: 17:25, 19 August 2016 | UPDATED: 18:52, 19 August 2016

They are reportedly 'closer than ever' after a brief split in June.

And Gigi Hadid, 21, and Zayn Malik, 23, certainly looked content on Thursday as they took a trip out on a tandem kayak together in Tahiti.

The couple were the picture of togetherness as they soaked up the sun on the relaxing cruise, with Gigi showing off her stunning figure in a string bikini.

Romantic getaway: Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik are pictured in Tahiti soaking up the sun in a tandem kayak on Thursday

I'm a lucky guy! The 23-year-old singer gazed lovingly at his girlfriend as he chilled out in the kayak

Looking good! The catwalk star showed off her amazing figure

Wearing her long locks loose, the catwalk beauty didn't mind getting wet during the romantic boat trip.

Zayn, rocked some orange shorts and puffed on a cigarette as he reclined behind his stunning girlfriend.

Earlier the British heartthrob was seen showing off his muscles in a pair of blue boxers before changing into the more appropriate beach wear.

Beach babe: The 21-year-old supermodel wore a string bikini as she watched her beau

All aboard: Gigi and Zayn showed off their buff beach bodies as they prepared to set sail

Teeny weeny bikini: The model daughter of Yolanda Hadid wore a very skimpy two-piece

Giving it some muscle: The British heartthrob displayed his many tattoos

Summer fun: Gigi has had a busy year so far jetting around the globe as one of the hottest models of the moment

Laid back: Zayn covered his head with a blue baseball cap hiding his trademark messy locks

Lazy days: The daughter of Yolanda and Mohamed Hadid yawned as she took it easy letting her beau do the work

Come into his own: Zayn has launched a successful solo career since leaving One Direction in 2015

At one point the couple strolled up the beach holding hands in an affectionate moment rarely seen in public between the two.

The model and the former One Direction member have been dating since November.

And they are reportedly 'back to normal' and 'closer than ever' after a brief split in June.

Abs fab: Zayn wore a pair of blue boxers before he got changed into some swimshorts

Wet and wild: The couple appeared to be the only people on the deserted white sandy beach

Cute couple! The model and the former One Direction member have been dating since November

Taking it easy: Zayn puffed on a cigarette as he admired his girlfriend from behind

A source told E: 'They got through a rough patch that Zayn was facing personally and it started to put a dark cloud on their relationship. Gigi was there for him when he needed her the most and that brought them closer than ever.'

Shortly after the short breakup Zayn cancelled a performance at London's Capital Summertime Ball, saying he had 'suffered the worst anxiety of my career.'

Gigi stuck by the singer's side and showed her support with a Twitter post writing: 'Z - I've seen the battles you go through and the way you fight to get to a place that allows you to get up there for your fans,

Better than ever: The couple looked content after briefly splitting in June

Down time: It was likely a welcome break for Zayn who has struggled with anxiety in recent months

Trim and toned: Gigi flaunted her flat tummy in her stylish two-piece

Soaking up the view: The duo gazed out at their tropical paradise

'Your bravery in those times makes me proud, but your honesty last night proved what you're all about, being real. Human recognizes human. You made the best of the situation and have given your fans an opportunity to understand you better as a performer.'

She concluded her post: 'Those who can find compassion now are the ones that deserve to watch you continue to grow,

'We are all here to support you and make each experience easier. Your talent and good heart will never lead you wrong. Love you and so proud of you always :) xG.'