Set within the UNESCO-listed Baa Atoll, Vakkaru is a secluded island retreat shaped by white sand, a blue-hole lagoon and an expansive house reef.
Read the magazine storyFROM THE MAGAZINE · Asian Paradises 2019/20
Published in 2019/20, pages 97. Names, facilities and contact details below reflect that edition.
A secluded tropical island resort in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, 30 minutes north of Malé International Airport by seaplane, Vakkaru Maldives offers guests a holistic approach to unassuming luxury and cherishable experiences.
Blessed with ocean views, white sandy beaches and nurtured by nature, the resort boasts an extensive selection of accommodation featuring 125 contemporary beach and overwater villas.
Nestled between swaying coconut trees and lush foliage, the Beach Villas are perfect for those who want to step straight off the deck and feel the soft white sand between their toes, before plunging into the turquoise waters of the lagoon. The ultimate romantic hideaway set over the turquoise lagoon, Overwater Villas are elegantly designed for two adults looking to appreciate the wonder of their aquatic surroundings.
Drawing on the rich traditions of the locale, design elements are focused on Maldivian-style fused with the finest natural elements with a contemporary style.
Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, music, entertainment and sound system with personal device pairing capabilities, espresso machine, tea making facilities, sunbeds and yoga mats, hairdryer and sustainable luxury bathroom amenities, gourmet minibar and butler service.
Indulgent dining choices are served in four restaurants, two bars and a wine cellar, specialising in global cuisine with a Maldivian twist, as well as Italian, Japanese and Southeast Asian influences. Enjoy handpicked fresh organic ingredients and sample flavours from across the globe as you soak up the tranquil atmosphere with a table under the stars or dine amidst elegant, locally-inspired interiors. Let the timeless allure of the Maldives welcome you as you discover an array of energetic or relaxing activities. For an invigorating day spent out at sea, enjoy scuba diving, or select from a generous choice of watersports including snorkelling on the house reef and the unique blue hole within the lagoon, sunset fishing, dolphin cruises, whale shark spotting, manta ray snorkelling, jet skiing, catamarans, kayaking, kite surfing, paddle boats and expeditions with a marine biologist. There is also a full schedule of activities for all ages at The Parrotfish Club, The Coconut Club, sports fields and overwater gym. Find inner serenity with expert therapists at the luxurious overwater Merana Spa, featuring four couple’s treatment rooms with ocean views, eight single treatment rooms, a nail salon, boutique, and outdoor relaxation area.
Vakkaru Island, Baa Atoll MALDIVES
Tel: +960 660 7000 Email: info@vakkarumaldives.com www.vakkarumaldives.com
The magazine describes 125 contemporary beach and overwater villas, from sand-level hideaways among coconut palms to romantic villas set directly above the lagoon.
Four restaurants, two bars and a wine cellar bring together Maldivian ingredients with Italian, Japanese and Southeast Asian influences.
Merana Spa sits over the water with ocean-facing treatment rooms, while diving, snorkelling, kayaking and marine-biologist expeditions reveal the Baa Atoll.
Approximately 30 minutes north of Velana International Airport by seaplane.
Vakkaru is a private island, so the most meaningful nearby discoveries are reached through the reef, the atoll and the resort itself.
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