Soneva Fushi

Set on the privately owned, tropical island of Kunfunadhoo in Baa Atoll, Soneva Fushi can be reached with scenic 30-minute sea plane flight from Male. The island is one of the largest islands in Maldives.

Fringed by white sand beaches that shelve gently into the azure blue sea, the resort looks like a Robinson Crusoe idyll, however the finest creature comforts are always at hand.

Soneva Fushi’s remoteness is central to its charm, offering the ultimate in barefoot sophistication. The down to earth feel is reflected in its guest’s casual dress code and its naturally-designed architecture.

There is an observatory with telescope to view the starry sky, a fully equipped fitness center, yoga and tai chi classes, an open-air cinema and a dive center.

The full service Six Senses Spa is centered on is a large reflecting pond and waterwalls, setting the tone for soul therapy.

A refreshing menu of holistic and traditional treatments conducted by highly skilled therapists using all-natural products compliments the Six Senses signature journeys in addition to Thai, Balinese and doctor-assisted Ayurvedic and nutritional programs.

Soneva Fushi offers just 65 villas, which capture the very essence of a luxurious castaway fantasy. Villas are scattered along the beach and tucked into the lush greenery, providing the ultimate privacy.

Each villa opens to its very own stretch of white sand beach just a few steps away, while many also include private sea water swimming pools. Each bathroom extends to a private garden, while utmost care is given to the environment.

All villas include an overhead fan, air conditioning, extensive minibar, personal safe, binoculars, bicycles, CD, DVD player and stereo system with speakers in bedroom and bathroom, open-air garden bathroom with bathtub, shower and double sinks, private outside sitting area with sun lounges and direct access to beach.

Butler service is included for the Two Bedroom Crusoe Suite, Retreat and Jungle Reserve villas. Wi-Fi connection, television and DVD system are available by request.

Soleni is Baa Atoll's longest established diving center. Their multi-lingual PADI instructors as well as the small dive group sizes ensure that guests of all experience levels get the best service at all times. There are more than 30 tempting dive sites with rich sea life near Soneva Fushi.

Whether you have always wanted to take that first breath underwater, learn to dive or are a certified scuba diver, Soleni can cater to your needs. Nitrox is complimentary for certified Nitrox divers.

Turtles, sting rays, sharks, eagle rays, frog fish, manta rays and all the other variety of fish can be seen throughout the year.