Soneva Fushi Resort

Location: Soneva Fushi Resort – the first “Robinson Crusoe” – style hideaway in the Maldives, is set on the privately owned tropical island of Kunfunadhoo in the Baa Atoll, north of Male Atoll. It’s 64 nautical miles and a scenic 25-minute sea plane flight from the capital, Male’. The Maldives are made up of 1,190 islands that stretch over eight hundred kilometers, north-south. Kunfunadhoo is 1,400 metres long and almost 400 metres wide and is one of the largest islands in the Maldives. Apart from the crystal clear water, for which the Maldives is world renowned, the island’s unusually rich vegetation creates a unique natural environment. The sheer size of the island allows enjoyable exploration by bicycle or on foot.

Accommodation: Intelligent Luxury – Accommodation is scattered along the beach and tucked into the lush greenery, providing personal privacy. Each villa has the luxuries you would expect, whilst the utmost care and creativity has been given to maintain the environment and to reflect the Robinson Crusoe experience. The hair dryer is hidden in the drawer of a coconut-wood desk; the mini-bar, safe, and quadraphonic hi-fi are concealed behind rattan; and the VCR is delivered in a water-hyacinth basket. Even messages are delivered in bamboo canisters, demonstrating the resort’s commitment to “intelligent luxury”.

Facilities: Gymnasium, floodlit tennis court, squash, basketball, and beach volleyball. Water sports; snorkeling, waterskiing, jet skiing, windsurfing, catamaran sailing, canoeing, and much more. There is a PADI diving centre offering lessons and guided dive tours.

Sports & Leisure: Daily excursions in and around the atoll, such as island hopping on traditional wooden dhonis and picnics on deserted tropical islands. Royal Arramu Spa: Rejuvenate your body and mind in the in a holistic retreat in a peaceful Maldivian fishing village setting. The Spa uses indigenous and exotic herbs, oils and flowers & many more.