The Republic of Maldives is an oasis of paradise in the Indian ocean. 1,190 coral islands are spread over 26 atolls, which gives the Maldives its unique appearance. Long considered an exclusive vacation locale solely for the extremely wealthy, the Maldives is slowly becoming more popular among general travelers.  To visit these islands is to experience an untouched splendor of tranquility.

Day 1: Male

Welcome to the Maldives!  Your flight arrives in Male, the capital and center of trade, government, education and healthcare. Male, with a population of 75,000, is a small island buzzing with culture and activity. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the Mookai hotel. Located just minutes from the airport, the hotel is the newest property in Male and offers panoramic views of the outlying islands. Overnight in Male.

Day 2: Male—Kanuhura

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Male airport and board a 35 minute seaplane flight to Kanuhura. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your resort: One & Only Kanuhura. The resort  is located on one of the islands of Lhaviyani Atoll. Built on an atoll island with two beautiful island neighbors, One & Only Kanuhura is a very private hideaway with a wide range of relaxations, activities, sports, restaurants and bars. Close by are some of the world's best diving sites, with the outer reef dropping down nearly 2,000 meters.

The beauty of the tropical surroundings blends perfectly with the design of the accommodations.  All  villas and suites are fully air-conditioned, each with its own private veranda overlooking the sea, four-poster king-size bed, and open-air sunken bathtub and shower. Dining is a unique pleasure as a result of the variety of dishes offered at its three main restaurants: Thin Rah, Olive Tree and The Veli Café. Guests may also choose to dine in the privacy of their villa.

There are two tennis courts, an air-conditioned squash court, table-tennis and a volley-ball area close to the Watersports Center. The Watersports Center offers windsurfing, sailing, water-skiing, canoeing, catamaran trips and dolphin safaris at an extra cost.

The One and Only: Kanuhura also houses the Veyoge Spa, rated one of the finest in Maldives. The spa  has its own lavish pavilion, complete with a health and beauty center, aerobics, meditation and  personal trainers.  If requested, massage and body treatments can be arranged prior to your arrival at the resort.

Overnight at the resort.

Days 3—5: Kanuhura

Enjoy three days to explore and relax in Kanuhura. The island setting is breathtaking and provides a beautiful, tropical backdrop for a world of easygoing elegance, blissfully free of schedules, routines and cares.

Whether a complete beginner or an experienced sailor, Kanuhura's grand and protected coral-free   lagoon offers some of the finest windsurfing and catamaran sailing conditions in the world. The Dolphin Watersports Center is a member of the VDWS (International Association of Windsurfing Schools). All equipment is top quality and maintained to the highest standards, including 16 HiFly windsurf boards with 19 ART Sails, 3 Topcat catamarans, canoes, pedalos, water-skis, and kneeboards.
 

Days 6—10: North Male Atoll

Following breakfast, your island seaplane will take you back to Male where you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel via a luxury speedboat.  Spend 5 glorious days at Huvafen Fushi, located in North Male Atoll of the Maldives.  The resort sits on an azure sparkling lagoon with a pristine coral-sand beach.

Set within its very own lagoon, Huvafen Fushi is a naturalists wonderland where the stunning environment above and below the waterline is an attraction in itself. Managing company Per Aquum is dedicated to delivering an experience beyond each guest's wildest dream while remaining dedicated to the sustainable and sensitive development of the land and natural resources of the island, country and the Maldivian people.

Your room is a split level bungalow floating over the lagoon. Step directly from your deck into the blue Maldivian waters. You have a traditional sala and sun bathing deck with a private plunge pool.

The resort offers a yoga pavilion, an outdoor salt water floatation pool, an over-water gymnasium, scuba diving – PADI certified, the Infinity swimming pool, complimentary non-motorized water sports and a library with television and internet access. Excursions include sunset fishing on a traditional Dhoni, big game fishing and sand bank snorkeling.

Huvafen Fushi also features a small, luxury spa with the world’s first underwater massage rooms.  Experience a spa ritual beyond your imagination.