Anantara Kihavah Villas, Maldives

More often than not in the Maldives, the real essence of visiting a remote tropical island can be sacrificed in the pursuit of ever more extravagant luxury. One gets the sense that authenticity can evaporate on the corporate designers' and purchasers' laptops a million miles from the Indian Ocean.



Refreshingly, Anantara Kihavah strikes an impressive balance between the height of modern luxury and the fundamental allure of the Maldives. The interior of the island, with its winding paths under the tropical canopy, is lush and beautiful, while the gorgeous villas (design inspired by sister resort Naladhu) are serene, welcoming and homely. Facilities, service and dining (the underwater restaurant, Sea, is a must for lunch) are first-class and unsurpassed in the Maldives.

The addition of the fabulous Sky Bar is a great asset in our opinion with the fascinating Astronomy Guru, Shameem to take you for a private stargazing session, this island continues to provide memorable experiences that make it stand out in the crowd.

The medi spa/well-being - Kihavah is taking well being to the next level offering holistic therapy specialising in reiki and yoga with specialists visits throughout the year, combined with the medi spa now offering such treatments as their 24 carat gold and collagen skin package and even colonic irrigation if the food and wine are too irresistible!

Add to this a superb location in the Baa Atoll, boasting a house reef with easy access from the generous beach, and Kihavah ("little coconut") ticks all the boxes for those with uncompromising tastes. The result is one of the best resorts in the Indian Ocean. Expensive, but worth every penny in our opinion.

Top tip: book early for the private stargazing session.

Add to this a superb location in the Baa Atoll, boasting a house reef with easy access from the generous beach, and Kihavah ("little coconut") ticks all the boxes for those with uncompromising tastes. The result is one of the very best resorts in the Indian Ocean. Expensive, but worth every penny in our opinion.

Top tip: If Fonsy is still behind the Sky bar then ask him for one of Jo's 'Angelfish' cocktails!

A haven of pool villas, Anantara Kihavah Villas is a Maldives luxury resort that offers the ultimate in privacy and tranquillity. Expansive space that opens on to brilliant tropical nature, with private pools, high ceilings and timber interiors. Flavours of culinary art and wine served amidst a panorama of aquatic life in one of the few underwater restaurants and wine cellars in the world.

Enjoy idyllic sunsets from your hammock or dining pavilion by the pool. Snorkel through crystal clear waters or float above the surface aboard a private sailboat. Spend the day rejuvenating at the Anantara Spa. Discover new meanings of paradise and luxurious seclusion at one of the foremost Maldives resorts.

Anantara Kihavah Villas implements its commitment to protecting the environment and preserving local culture through education, innovation and empowerment in its adherence to the requirements of Green Globe standards.

Resort Activities & Facilities

*Beach sports
*Cookery classes
*Gym (treadmills, free weights, bicycles and other equipment)
*Library and Business Centre
*Meeting facilities
*Swimming
*Tennis
*Yoga

Kihavah Kids Club
Open for children from the ages of 3 to 12, the Kihavah Kids Club has a full range of fun and enriching activities to keep young guests occupied. With their very own Kid's Club House, even the youngest guests will make new friends and enjoy their holiday just as much as their parents. Under the supervision of the Kids' Coordinator, children can take part in beach games, arts and crafts and an array of other activities to ensure they're always having fun - even when you're spending the afternoon at the spa or taking a diving lesson. Childcare services are also available.

Water Sports

*Big game fishing
*Caneoing
*Kayaking
*Sailing
*Snorkelling
*Windsurfing

Ocean Whisperer - Sailing
Sailing has long been an integral part of the sea-faring culture of the Maldives. Guests at Anatara can take the opportunity to set sail on board the resort's private yacht, Ocean Whisperer, on a private excursion.

Dive Centre & Marine Lab
A long-time magnet for scuba divers and snorkellers alike, the Maldives are home to a magnificent array of wildlife. A trip below the surface reveals an explosion of colour, from tropical fish to coral gardens. . Whatever your level of experience, Anantara's Dive Centre will make you feel at home under the waves. Enrol in a PADI certification course to earn a license recognised internationally, opening up a whole new world for your discovery. Or, for a leisurely afternoon of wildlife exploration, sign up for a Bubblemaker intro course. For more experienced divers, Anantara offers access and transport to a number of nearby reefs. Discuss with the dive master to customise your ideal dive excursion.

Orientation Dives
All divers at the Anantara Dive Centre require an orientation dive, unless you have logged a dive within the last three months in the Maldives. The orientation dive consists of a dive on our nearby house reef or another local dive site with an instructor who will get you to demonstrate basic diving skills. After completion, you're ready to move on to more advanced dives or courses, depending on your level and certifications.

PADI Diving Courses
PADI, the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, is the largest and most well-respected diving association in the world. PADI instructors are well-trained and very knowledgeable, so you will always be in safe hands. Anantara's Dive Centre offers a number of PADI courses, from Open Water Diver certification for novices all the way to Rescue Diver for scuba experts. The Dive Centre will do their best to find a programme and instructor that fits your experience and goals. Small class sizes mean safe, comfortable and enjoyable lessons and no one could ask for a better or more beautiful classroom than the great Indian Ocean.