🌴 SIX SENSES KANUHURA
A laid back retreat in the Maldives.
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🌴 PLACE: BLACKBERRY MOUNTAIN
A dreamy Southern wellness getaway.
By Iona Paulet
This laid-back retreat is known for being home to the finest beaches in the Maldives. Encompassing three private islands, Six Senses Kanuhura is a short seaplane ride from Malé International Airport to the pristine Lhaviyani Atoll. With 91 spacious beach, family, and overwater pool villas, the lagoon is at your feet, where the vibrant reef protects the resident turtles and marine life. Adventures abound in this paradise found with food, fun, family moments and new friends when you seek connection, and peaceful seclusion when you seek an island escape.
Here is what you can expect to find while on your getaway vacation:
• Two deserted islands suitable for castaway picnics
• Earth Lab
• Extensive free-form swimming pool located steps from the beach
• Kuda Vela, a complimentary club for younger guests from 3 to 11 years old
• Island Hideout, a teens club and games room
• Cinema Under the Stars with popcorn and refreshments
• Well-stocked medical clinic with 24-hour doctor on call
• Six Senses Boutique dedicated to sustainable fashion and signature items
What’s on
Open all year-round, there are different events taking place on the islands.
October to December: Manta ray season - Manta rays are frequently sighted on Fushifaru Thila, just a 10-minute speedboat ride from our jetty.
October to November or April to May: Turtle hatching - once hatching is expected, guests are invited to watch the hatching event when informed by the Experiences Team of the hatching time, which is announced by the Six Senses Marine Biologist.
Six Senses Kanuhura has 91 beachfront and overwater villas, combining a tropical island feel with feet-up comfort. Whether staying on the shore or perched on stilts over the tranquil lagoon, all accommodations offer a sophisticated yet charming style. With one to three bedrooms, villas offer flexible options for couples, families, and larger groups alike.
True to the Six Senses philosophy of being in harmony with the environment, everything is crafted from local and sustainable materials.
Submit to a sensory journey of restoration
Allow nature’s hands to restore your balance, with the powers of the ocean and local Maldivian ingredients healing and nourishing your skin and soul. The high touch treatments at Six Senses Kanuhura Spa are every bit the relaxing escape. Most people associate coconut, mango, and papaya with tropical vacations and these, together with honey, lemon basil, and mint, form key ingredients for the locally inspired treatment journey, while the sounds of the oceanic drum and Koshi chimes shake and reset your energy levels. Instant results to overcome jet lag and dive in straight away can be found in the Biohacking Lounge. Tools include compression therapy, vibrational pain relief, rejuvenating face mask and more.
Embody their “Dive – Hack – Gym repeat” motto for the best results during your stay…
In terms of dining options, the list of unique experiences continues.
With six onsite restaurants, the resort has all you can think of. At “The Point”, find a Spanish-influenced menu with tapas and nibbles to share, while the wine bar serves up some of the finest labels from around the world. The finest ingredients are selected fresh from their organic garden, local fishermen, and farmers, as well as from the wider region. For those seeking a more interactive dining experience, pull up a seat to the counter and watch as the chefs prepare and share their tips and secrets.
At “Sunset Point”, linger longer to hit cocktail hour. Join the resident in-house DJ for some laidback vibes and the Maldives ultimate sundowner experience.
🌴 PERSON: MARTEYNE VAN WELL
Regional General Manager for Six Senses Laamu and Six Senses Kanuhura, Maldives
In 2023, Six Senses Laamu was awarded a staggering seven awards, including the Condé Nast Traveler – Reader’s Choice Awards, Destination Spas, World, and Top Ten. Marteyne shares about the significance of these distinctions, and what’s fresh and new at the resorts this year.
“I’ve lived at Six Senses Laamu for 12 years and that makes it a very special place for me. I believe our offering is enhanced with each new resort, and Six Senses Kanuhura has taken the core elements and brand ethos to create a consciously refined and classily designed resort. It’s the very best example of sustainability in a reinvented, polished package.”
“What we try to do is not put a brand in a place. We are trying to make the brand adapt to the place. I don’t think you’ll ever say of Six Senses: I went to the one in Laamu and the one in Yao Noi in Thailand and they are identical. Every resort adapts to its local environment.”
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