Top 7 Things to Level Up Your Maldives Luxury Holidays in 2024

26th November 2024

The Maldives – a land of picture-perfect sceneries, clear waters, and unspoiled beaches – attracts thousands of visitors everywhere. In fact, 2023 saw a record number of travellers – over 28 million, as per Statista. This number contains a broad spectrum of tourists, including luxury lovers. If you also belong to this demographic, Maldives luxury holidays offer a perfect opportunity. In this guide, find the best luxury villas that you can rent and the bespoke things you can do. Stay tuned to learn more about this heavenly place – where dreams of a luxury vacation come to reality in a way you never imagined.

Things to Do in the Maldives for Luxury Lovers

For every luxury lover, the Maldives offers a plethora of experiences that can take your tour to the next level. The following are some unique activities for the discerning tourists:

1. Private Submarine Adventure

This is one of the bespoke activities that any luxury lover can have in the Maldives. You can either go and explore marine life with a private tour or hire your own submarine to please your eyes with the novel aquatic life. However, these points are not easily accessible and also not available throughout the whole country.

For example, the whale exploration submarine program can be found in Male at Orchid Magu. Another thrill that can boost your underwater adventure is Immerse Underwater Safari. This is the Maldives’ only point where you can pilot your own submarines. They also have training shifts to guide you on how to drive a submarine.

2. Underwater Spa Treatments

Underwater spa treatments offer a unique and ultra-luxurious experience to the ones who are looking for an expensive thrill. One such prominent spot is Huvafen Fushi, which claims to be the world’s first underwater health resort. They offer 60 – 90 minute treatment sessions that include shiatsu, pressure point therapy, and reflexology. Further, they also have Underwater Rendezvous, which is a 2-hour session of healing.

You can also check other underwater spas mentioned below:

Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas’ Anantara Spa
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island’s Ithaa Undersea Restaurant
Niyama Private Islands’ Subsix

3. Stay in Overwater Villas

Known as overwater bungalows, these villas offer the ultimate luxury experience. The price could start at $500 and can go up to $25,000 per person per night. In these villas, you will be treated like a royal guest. For starters, you have a dedicated butler or catering service. You will find personalised minibars and amenities. You can directly go snorkelling and swimming from your villa or fish feeding from your deck. Food and cuisines will also be prepared based on your needs.

4. Luxury Yacht Charter Tour

If you are a person who loves exploring, a luxury yacht charter tour can fulfil this desire. Tourists can either rent their own yachts or join luxury tours to explore the nearby islands. You will also be treated to a personalised luxury itinerary. Further, there will be a dedicated crew to cater to your requirements. You will get private cabins, entertainment systems, as well as gourmet kitchens.

5. Michelin-Star Dining Experience

Over the past couple of years, there has been a rise in Michelin-starred restaurants, and they are one of the best ways to have luxury dinners. They offer native as well as international cuisines such as French and German. Further, they often collaborate with international celebrity chefs to provide you with a bespoke dining experience. One such honourable mention is Blu Beach Club at Four Seasons Resort Landaa Giraavaru, which has a 2-Micheline-star chef from Tuscany. Another worth visiting hotel is H2O by Chef Andrea Berton at You & Me. They offer underwater culinary mastery for their guests.

6. Private Diving and Snorkeling

Private diving and snorkelling in the Maldives offer a personalized and exclusive way to explore marine life and satiate your hunger for adventure. Almost all of the private villas have their own points to see the marine life. However, you can also go to these hubs to get this bespoke adventure:

Aquaventure Dive Center: This is a 5-star dive centre and allows you to pay a visit to the best coral reefs in the deep south of the country.
Boutique Beach: This atoll is located in Dhigurah and is known for its tailoring experience. This point is famous for its whale shark sightings.
Werner Lau Diving Centers: Situated in North Nilandhe, this atoll is very well-rated and has a range of experiences for visitors.

7. Seaplane Tour

Going on a seaplane is the quickest way to explore this heaven-on-earth place. In the Maldives, there are three companies that provide this service, as mentioned below:

Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA)
Maldivian Air Taxi (MAT)
Hummingbird Travel

The benefit of a seaplane tour is that it gives you a bird’s-eye view of the country, and you can even do aerial photography. Further, the companies also offer a personalised experience, as you can select the island of your choice. Moreover, private seaplane charters are also available that offer a more intimate thrill for island hopping.

Best Villas to Visit for Maldives Luxury Holidays

As mentioned earlier, luxury villas are one of the best ways to enjoy a luxury vacation in the Maldives. The country has a wide range of such private bungalows, which are mentioned below:

Soneva Jani: This luxury hotel is located in Noonu Atoll, Soneva Jani, and is famous for its overwater residence. Its salient perks are a private pool, water slides in your private lagoons, and a retractable roof to look at the stars. This villa can be booked for £960 per person per day.
Ayada Maldives: This luxury hotel is available in Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll and is a private island resort. This place is famous for its quiet lagoons with native-style thatched-roof water villas along with a modern Maldivian experience.
Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort: Reserved only for adults, Mercure Resort can be accessed in Gaafu Alifu Atoll. It has 69 villas with an attractive view of the blue waters and clear skies. This place is known for its all-inclusive concept, where you not only enjoy a relaxing day but also delight in private adventures.
Canareef Resort Maldives: This is one of the largest villa centres in the Maldives, with the total number being around 271. You can enjoy baths in the open-air washrooms and spend a lazy day at inviting patios. This resort also offers direct access to a nearby private island with the help of a connecting bridge.
Six Senses Laamu: If you are an eco-conscious person, Six Senses in Laamu Atoll is the perfect place for you. They incorporate green practices such as compostable stuff as well as treat their waste before going into the waste landfills. You can book this hotel for £920 per person per night.

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