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Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru

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A scenic sea-plane ride from Malé Airport, discover a paradise hideaway where luxurious seclusion meets wild natural beauty. This verdant, beach-fringed coral island offers sophisticated pleasures on land and water – from genuine ayurvedic therapies in the spa to splashing, sailing or diving in the jewel-like Indian Ocean and the Maldives’ most pristine lagoon.
Location : Baa Atoll
Distance from airport : 96 Km
Transfer by Dhoni : n/a
Transfer by Speedboat: n/a
Transfer by Seaplane : 30 minutes
Number of rooms : 65 rooms
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Room Types

 

Soneva Fushi offers just 65 accommodations, which capture the very essence of a luxurious castaway fantasy. The Jungle Reserve and the two Retreats offer the premier accommodation. Each villa opens to its very own stretch of white sand beach just a few steps away, whilst many also include Private Sea Water Swimming Pools. Each bathroom extends to a private garden, whilst utmost care is given to the environment.


Sunrise Water Villa
Sunset Water Villa
Beach Villa with Pool
Beach Bungalow with Pool
Two-Bedroom Koimala Land and Ocean Villa
Two-Bedroom Royal Beach Villa
Explorer Suite
State Room


Sunrise Water Villa

Located along a double-loaded jetty off the northwestern end of the island, Sunrise Water Villas are perfectly positioned for viewing sunrise from an elevated loft.

Due to the unique nature of Water Bungalows, only children 11 years of age and above are welcome.

* Sunrise Water Villas feature a 53-square-metre (570-square-foot) deck with access by spiral staircase to the furnished sea-gazing loft.
* The living/dining area is glass-fronted and features comfortable sofas.
* A bedroom, adjacent to the living room, is also glass-fronted, creating a double-width glass façade for taking in the spectacular views. This spacious room is air conditioned and features teak furniture, including a four-poster king bed or twin beds with mosquito netting. Additional amenities include a plasma screen television, audiovisual system with DVD player, coffee- and tea-making facilities, private bar and separate dressing area.
* The large full bathroom has a deep soaking tub, double vanity and separate family-size indoor rain shower that opens onto an outdoor walled area featuring a traditional Maldivian shower. An additional outdoor shower is located on the deck for use after a quick dip in the lagoon.

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Sunset Water Villa

Located along a double-loaded jetty off the northwestern end of the island, Sunset Water Villas are perfectly positioned for viewing sunset from an elevated loft.

Due to the unique nature of Water Bungalows, only children 11 years of age and above are welcome.

* Sunset Water Villas feature a 53-square-metre (570-square-foot) deck with access by spiral staircase to the furnished sea-gazing loft.
* The living/dining area is glass-fronted and features comfortable sofas.
* A bedroom, adjacent to the living room, is also glass-fronted, creating a double-width glass façade for taking in the spectacular views. This spacious room is air conditioned and features teak furniture, including a four-poster king bed or twin beds with mosquito netting. Additional amenities include a plasma screen television, audiovisual system with DVD player, coffee- and tea-making facilities, private bar and separate dressing area.
* The large full bathroom has a deep soaking tub, double vanity and separate family-size indoor rain shower that opens onto an outdoor walled area featuring a traditional Maldivian shower. An additional outdoor shower is located on the deck for use after a quick dip in the lagoon.



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Beach Villa with Pool

Beach Villas are located on the south side of the island with direct access to the beach and lagoon. View sapphire waters from the loft of the sand-floor living/dining gazebo, or enjoy an aquatic workout in the lap pool.

* The 260-square-metre (2,799-square-foot) outdoor area features a 12-metre (40-foot) lap pool surrounded by a deck with daybeds and a traditional Maldivian swing.
* The living/dining pavilion is a sand-floor open-air pavilion with comfortable sofas and an over-sized daybed on the loft level for ocean viewing.
* The sleeping pavilion is air conditioned and features teak furniture, including a four-poster king bed or twin beds with mosquito netting. Additional amenities include a plasma screen television, audiovisual system with DVD player, coffee- and tea-making facilities, private bar and separate dressing area.
* The large full bathroom has a deep soaking tub, double vanity and separate family-size indoor rain shower that opens onto an outdoor walled area featuring a traditional Maldivian shower.
* Select Beach Villas are equipped for wheelchair use.

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Beach Bungalow with Pool

Beach Bungalows with Pool feature a spacious, foliage-filled garden overlooking the lagoon. With separate living and sleeping pavilions, they provide privacy in a natural setting.

* The 91-square-metre (980-square-foot) garden features a private plunge pool.
* An open-air bale (traditional thatched hut) serves as the living and dining area. It features comfortable sofas and a daybed and is equipped with high-speed Internet access.
* The sleeping pavilion is air conditioned. It features teak wood furniture, including a four-poster king bed or twin beds with mosquito nets. Additional amenities include a plasma screen television, audiovisual system with DVD player, coffee- and tea-making facilities and private bar.
* The large full bathroom has a deep soaking tub, double vanity and separate family-size indoor rain shower that opens onto an outdoor walled area featuring a traditional Maldivian shower.
* Select Beach Bungalows are equipped for wheelchair use.

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Two-Bedroom Koimala Land and Ocean Villa

Uniquely designed Koimala Land and Ocean Villas are built over land and water on the north-eastern shore of the island. A land pavilion houses the living area. From a wooden walkway, past a plunge pool, the sleeping pavilion "floats" on water.

Due to the unique nature of Koimala Land and Ocean Villas, only children 11 years of age and above are welcome.

* The foliage-filled 400-square-metre (4,306-square-foot) outdoor garden features an 11-metre (36-foot) pool with built-in seating, a sundeck, a bale (traditional thatched hut) and sun lounges. Private beach access to the lagoon is available from a platform with outdoor shower.
* The land pavilion features al fresco living and dining areas, a library, a dining area that seats six, a full kitchen and a butler's room.
* Amenities in the living and dining areas include comfortable sofas and lounges, a plasma screen television, audiovisual system with DVD player, private bar, writing desk, dual-line telephone and high-speed Internet access. The full kitchen features a refrigerator, stove, microwave oven, toaster, juicer, espresso machine and a full range of cooking utensils and crockery.
* From the living pavilion, a teak veranda leads to the sleeping pavilion, which is built on stilts over the water and features two air-conditioned bedrooms, each with a separate dressing area. From a spacious deck outside the sleeping area, a sea-gazing open-air pavilion provides stunning views of the lagoon and ocean beyond. Steps lead to a lower platform for direct access to the beach.
* Three spacious full bathrooms each feature a deep soaking tub, double vanity and separate family-size indoor rain shower that opens onto an outdoor walled area with a traditional Maldivian shower. A guest powder room is located in the living pavilion. An additional outdoor shower is located on the deck for use after a quick dip in the lagoon.


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Two-Bedroom Royal Beach Villa

The Two-Bedroom Royal Beach Villa, located on the western end of the island, overlooks 2 kilometres (1.2 miles) of glistening turquoise lagoon. This one-of-a-kind villa comprises master, living/dining and guest pavilions, linked by outdoor teak verandas dotted with water features.

* Nestled in the vast 890-square-metre (9,580-square-foot) outdoor space is a 30-metre (98-foot) lap pool with an island dining room "floating" over the 10-metre (33-foot) reflecting pool section near the east end. Nearby, a beach-side bale (traditional thatched hut) provides shade where you can enjoy the hypnotising ocean breeze.
* A large, open living/dining pavilion features comfortable lounges and sofas, direct access to an outdoor courtyard and a furnished veranda. Indoors, a dining area seats eight. Adjacent to the dining area is a full kitchen complete with refrigerator, microwave oven, toaster, juicer and espresso machine. A full bathroom and maid's room are located off the living area.
* The air-conditioned master and guest pavilions feature bedrooms with a sitting area and oversized closet. Additional amenities include a plasma screen television, audiovisual system with DVD player, private bar, coffee- and tea-making facilities, writing desk and high-speed Internet access. The garden courtyard is furnished with two massage beds; the veranda has two sun lounges.
* The spacious full bathrooms each have a deep soaking tub, double vanity and separate family-size indoor rain shower that opens onto an outdoor walled area featuring a traditional Maldivian shower.



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Explorer Suite

The Four Seasons Explorer offers a unique cruise experience for those who enjoy their privacy and are seeking a holiday that takes them beyond the normal beach escape. The elegant Explorer Suite on this three-deck catamaran features expansive panoramic windows to take advantage of the spectacular scenery.

* The suite features both a king bed and a daybed and includes an indoor dining area, plus a couch, writing desk, refrigerated private bar, DVD and CD players, telephone and in-cabin safe.
* Other on-board amenities include a fully equipped PADI dive centre with Nitrox, a stargazing telescope, massage by a qualified massage therapist and laundry service.
* The ensuite bathroom features a full bathtub, separate shower, WC and vanity.


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State Room

Four Seasons Explorer, a luxurious 11-cabin catamaran, takes you island-hopping and exploring in inimitable Four Seasons style. All State Rooms are bright and airy, with large port windows.

* All cabins are air-conditioned and offer one king or two twin beds, plus a couch, writing desk, DVD and CD players, refrigerated private bar, telephone and in-cabin safe.
* Other on-board amenities include a fully equipped PADI dive centre with Nitrox, a stargazing telescope, massage by a qualified massage therapist and laundry service.
* The ensuite bathroom features a tub/shower combination, WC and vanity.

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Wine and Dine

Main Restaurant, Mihiree Mitha, Me Dhuniye Sunset / Sunrise Bars Wine tastings in the Wine Cellar with the Resident sommelier with a wine list in excess of 700 wines from around the world Ice cream Parlour In villa dining menu Organic herb and vegetable garden dinner and lunches Organic fruit garden.

Blu
Al Barakat
Café Landaa
Fuego Grill
Five Degrees North
Blu Bar
Poolside Bar
In-Villa Dining

Blu

The restaurant serves light antipasti, pizza and pasta during the day and fine Italian cuisine in the evening. Seats 40 indoors, 40 at the bar and 12 on the beach.
Specialties

Contemporary Italian fare is served at lunch and dinner; homemade gelati are served poolside throughout the day. A children's menu is also available.


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Al Barakat

Named after Abu Al Barakat Yusuf Al Barbari, a North African scholar who made Baa Atoll his home in the 12th century, Al Barakat serves authentic Arabian cuisine. The restaurant is built over water, off the main jetty. A Shisha Bar is located on the ground level. The main dining area on the rooftop features comfortable low seating. Seats 40 indoors, 74 outdoors and 44 at the bar.
Specialties

Al Barakat offers Lebanese mezze, grill items and North African specialties. Shisha Bar serves Arabian coffee and features authentic Shisha water pipes.

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Café Landaa

Overlooking the swimming pool and beach, the three thatch-roofed pavilions of Café Landaa are separated by reflecting ponds. For breakfast and dinner, our chefs create exquisite delights with eastern and western influences. The restaurant seats 82 indoors, 8 at the sushi counter and 8 at the teppanyaki counter.
Specialties

Asian and regional specialties from the tandoor and curry kitchen; in the evening, sushi and teppanyaki are served at dedicated counters in a dramatic water garden adjacent to the restaurant.

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Fuego Grill
Located adjacent to the seawater pool and overlooking the eastern coast of the island, Fuego Grill is open for lunch and dinner. The restaurant offers fresh catch of the day as well as a wide selection of organic and prime cut meats, salads, sandwiches and Asian dishes from an open kitchen pavilion. Teak tables and chairs are set in the sand facing the sea. Seats 40 outdoors.

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Five Degrees North
The Resort's main bar is named for the island's location, which lies five degrees north of the equator. Its nautically inspired décor features a dhoni (traditional boat) as the counter, with a library, pool table and selection of board games for entertainment. The bar also has an extensive drinks selection. Seats 56 indoors, 24 on the terrace.

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Blu Bar

In the casual sand-floor setting of Blu Bar, enjoy exotic juices, tropical cocktails or a refreshing young coconut. As the sun sets, an aperitif or glass of sparkling Prosecco is the perfect prelude to an Italian dinner next door at Blu. Seats 40.


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Poolside Bar

Enjoy panoramic views of the Indian Ocean from the Poolside Bar. Wine cocktails and refreshing tropical drinks are served throughout the day, as well as salads and light fare. Seats 46.


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In-Villa Dining

In-Villa Dining at Four Seasons is a fine-dining experience within the comfort and convenience of your bungalow or villa. Choose from an extensive menu throughout the day, featuring western and Asian favourites.


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Services and Activities

actitivities

he Health Club at Landaa Giraavaru is a unique mind-and-body experience designed to provide physical challenges and mental relaxation. Maintain your regimen in a state-of-the-art fitness facility featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, full-length mirrors, surround-sound audio system and advanced cardio fitness equipment with individual flat screen televisions. The rustic Maldivian charm of the setting magically stimulates and helps you unwind, resulting in an ultimate wellness experience.

Take a break from aquatic activities to practise your tennis skills or take lessons from our on-site tennis pro. The Resort's outdoor tennis court is lit for night play, and complimentary tennis racquets and balls are available.

Dolphin talk and dolphin-watching cruise

There are hundreds of dolphins in the waters near Landaa Giraavaru. Join our marine biologist for a short briefing on this fascinating marine animal, then hop on board a dhoni and watch schools of dolphins swim around you. The excursion takes about 1.5 hours.
"Marine Life" presentation by our resident marine biologist

The reef of the Maldivian archipelago represents one of the richest marine ecosystems on earth. If you are interested in learning more about the area's underwater life, the Resort invites you to a "Marine Life" presentation by our resident marine biologist.

The presentation takes place five evenings a week in the Five Degrees North bar and lounge. The next afternoon, enjoy a snorkelling excursion with our marine biologist – a unique way to discover the underwater world of the Maldives.
Sandbank picnic

Lunch on a sandbank! Our speedboat takes you across the atoll on a snorkelling and picnic excursion. Enjoy the beauty of a white strip of beach in the middle of the ocean, snorkel the wonderful waters amongst brilliantly coloured corals and fish, or simply relax under the shade of your tent while we prepare the picnic. This excursion takes three hours by speedboat.
Jogging

A leisurely jog around the island at dawn or dusk is one of the best ways to enjoy the refreshing island air and keep fit. Jogging maps are available.

 

 

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Diving

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Maldives is known internationally as one of the world’s best dive destinations. A large number of excellent dive sites, including marine-protected sites, are located near the Resort and transfers are carried out by specially equipped dive dhonis. The Resort operates its own Dive Centre, licensed by PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors). A multilingual team of dive instructors offers courses for beginners and advanced divers, as well as leading daily dive trips. Underwater photography and videography services are also available.
Orientation dive

You are required to participate in an orientation dive before engaging in boat diving activities if you have not been diving within the last three months and/or have less than 30 logged dives. Orientation dives are conducted daily in the lagoon. Please present your certification card and log book when you register for diving.

All divers are advised to refrain from diving 12 hours after or 24 hours before international flights. A medical questionnaire must be completed prior to your first dive at either one of our Four Seasons Maldives resorts. Depending on your responses to the questionnaire, you may be required to pass a complimentary medical examination with our doctor.
Diving for beginners

Discover scuba diving

Experience the thrill of diving under the close supervision of our PADI instructor. This three-hour course consists of a theory briefing and a confined water session of up to 12 metres (40 feet). Participants in this course must be over 12 years of age.


Scuba Diver Certification

If you would eventually like to attain PADI certification but do not want to invest four days of your vacation, the Scuba Diver Certification is the best way to get started. Over 1.5 days, you will complete a series of theory courses, three confined water dives and two ocean dives and will receive credit towards the completion of the PADI Open Water Certification Course. This certification also qualifies you to dive under the supervision of a dive professional to a depth of 12 metres (40 feet). Participants must be at least 12 years old and must be able to swim.


Open Water Certification Course

PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) courses are offered in Japanese, German, Russian, and English. The Open Water Certification Course consists of four days of training in theory and practice. Upon successful completion, a PADI Open Water certificate will be issued, which opens the door to endless adventures in diving.
For certified divers

Morning dive

Every morning from 8:30 am to around 1:00 pm, our dive boats take you on a two-tank dive to explore one of our dive sites. Refreshments of fruits and water are served during surface intervals.


Afternoon dive

Every afternoon at 2:30 pm, our dive boats take you on a one-tank dive to explore two sites.


Night dive

These dives are for experienced divers, specialists in night diving or divers with proof of previous night diving experience. By request only.


Adventure dive

Several times a week, the Dive Centre arranges adventure dives for the more experienced divers. These typically include deep navigation photography and/or a drift dive.


Housereef dive

The housereef is located approximately 500 metres (1,640 feet) from our Dive Centre. By request only.
Full-day safari

This full-day excursion gives you the opportunity to see some of our distant dive sites. By dhoni or speedboat, enjoy a three-tank dive and a picnic lunch. This is a private excursion and is available on request only.
For advanced divers

Adventure diver course

This is a one-day, three-dive course that includes three adventure dives.
Advanced open water diver course

For those interested in expanding their dive horizons, this course dedicates more time to diving and involves less time in the classroom. This is a two-day course with five adventure dives, including a mandatory deep dive and navigation dive.


Enriched air diver (EANx) course

Don’t miss the opportunity to obtain a Nitrox certification in two days. To enrol, you must be at least 15 years old with an Open Water Diver certification, or have qualifying certification from another training organisation.


Specialty courses

Enhance your diving skills and knowledge with our specialty courses – boat dive, underwater naturalist diver, multi-level diver, drift diver, night diver, deep diver, search and recovery and many others.
For children

Bubblemaker experience

Join us at the swimming pool as our team of experienced instructors guide you through the steps for exploring the underwater world. All participants must be physically fit and able to swim. The bubblemaker experience is for children between eight and 12 years of age.

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Spa

spa

The Spa and Ayurvedic Retreat, a resort in itself, provides a comprehensive approach to physical, spiritual and mental well-being, with a special emphasis on yoga and ayurveda. Secluded open-air treatment areas make the lush tropical setting an integral part of the relaxation and treatment process.

The spa complex
Located in the heart of the island and stretching down to sea, the spa complex occupies an elevated 1-hectare (2.5-acre) site, with 10 individual thatched treatment pavilions – four over water, three in a lush garden setting and three in the Ayurvedic Retreat. Set over crystal waters, each water pavilion has an attached steam room and deep bath that overlooks the ocean, while each garden treatment villa has a steam room and outdoor shower. Guests aged 16 and above are welcome to enjoy our spa treatments.

Numerous pathways throughout the beautiful surrounding gardens allow for leisurely walks pre- and post-treatment. The spa also incorporates a beauty salon, juice bar, beachfront resting pavilion and retail area.

Yoga
Yoga at the Resort is a magical experience. Our resident yogi guides beginners and experienced followers through inspiring morning meditation and evening enlightenment sessions from a pavilion that “floats” on the sea. Private sessions are available, and the yogi welcomes all guests for discussions on this ancient spiritual practice.

Ayurvedic Retreat
Situated within the spa complex, the Ayurvedic Retreat, a first for Four Seasons, is designed to stimulate its guests into thinking about, experimenting with and understanding the fundamental philosophical approach to ayurveda. The Resort has worked closely with experts from nearby Kerala, India, to ensure this ancient science of life has been successfully transported to the Maldives. These experienced Keralan and Sri Lankan therapists and ayurvedic physicians are highly trained professionals in ayurveda, including diet, body type, patient approach and the practice of yoga and meditation.

The Ayurvedic Retreat has three individual treatment pavilions designed to take guests on a journey through the physical, nutritional and emotional benefits of the ayurvedic system. In each treatment pavilion, furnished with wooden ayurvedic tables, traditional herbal bathtubs, steam benches and an area for mud treatments, guests are treated to physical and spiritual rejuvenation.

Besides introducing the myriad possibilities ayurveda offers, guests will also learn to integrate some of the processes into their daily lives. At the herbal centre, fragrant gardens are planted with medicinal herbs, trees and flowers. Here, guests can learn about the various oils and herbal concoctions used in the ayurvedic process. The Resort's resident ayurvedic physician is available to advise on healthier lifestyle options and to design dosha-specific meal plans in cooperation with the Resort’s ayurvedic chef, for guests who wish to experience this ancient science throughout the duration of their stay.

Another specialty is the panchakarma procedure, a series of five therapies that comprises ayurveda’s primary purification and detoxification treatment. Due to the complexity of these treatments and the associated detoxification diet that is essential to its success, the procedure is offered as a 14-day package only.
Hours
Every day
9:00 am

9:00 pm

In-room massage and spa services

* Landaa massage (60 or 90 minutes)
* Ombak massage (60 or 90 minutes)
* Chakra massage (60 or 90 minutes)
* Manicure (60 minutes)
* Pedicure (75 minutes)

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