Maafushivaru Maldives

Name: Maafushivaru Maldives
Rating: 5

Recently opened after a luxury refurbishment, the new-look Maafushivaru is an architectural gem with a small island charm.

Just 350m in length, Maafushivaru is small and romantic, with two wide beaches and a glorious lagoon. There’s a house reef for snorkelling and if you board one of the dive centre’s boat trips there’s a great chance of spotting turtles, manta rays and whale sharks nearby. An infinity pool is perfectly placed on the beachfront, next to the bar with comfy chic sofas for lounging. Maafushivaru’s secret delight is the beautiful neighbouring sister island, Lonubo (currently closed due to COVID-19 restrictions). For an authentic Crusoe-esque experience, head over to the pint-sized islet for snorkelling and lounging in the sun.

The main buffet restaurant is the Cuisine Gallery, which offers Mediterranean cuisine infused with local flavours. There are a few new dining options: Moodhu Grill, where meat and seafood are served on the beach, Oishii which offers an overwater teppanyaki experience, and Sea Spirit that opens for lighter lunchtime bites.

The villas are stylish with Maldivian touches. Refurbished Beach Villas are just steps from the beach with a semi open-air bathroom. Light and airy Water Villas sit on stilts over the lagoon, with floor-to-ceiling windows and direct access to the water. Beautiful new Beach Pool Villas and Water Pool Villas will have their own plunge pool on the private deck.

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Key information

In the South Ari Atoll

Airport transfer time: Approx. 25 minutes by seaplane from Malé airport

Rooms: 81

Kuoni extras -

Kuoni is proud to be the only UK tour operator to offer Maafushivaru. See booking conditions for further details. You’ll receive complimentary access to a private seaplane lounge on arrival in Malé

Good to know

Minimum stay: 5 nights 28 Dec-02 Jan. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, the private island of Lonobu is temporarily closed.

Accommodation information

81 beach, water and pool villas

Activities

• Book one of the fantastic snorkelling excursions* • Take the island tour • Sip sparkling wine on a sunset cruise*.

Dining

Buffet restaurant, 3 à la carte restaurants, bar

What's included

Half Board • Buffet breakfast and dinner at the Cuisine Gallery.

Meal upgrade options (per person per night)

Half Board Plus from £64 • Buffet breakfast and dinner at the Cuisine Gallery 25% discount on dinner menus at à la carte restaurants • Unlimited selected alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks, preserved juices and tea/coffee • Minibar with soft drinks and houe water included and replenished once a day • Daily high tea with tea/coffee and snacks at The Library Lounge • Non-motorised watersports
Dine-Around All Inclusive from £115 • Buffet breakfast at the Cuisine Gallery • Lunch and dinner at a choice of à la carte restaurants (reservations required for dinner; operating times vary) • Unlimited selected alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks, preserved juices and tea/coffee • Daily high tea with tea/coffee and snacks at The Library Lounge 1 x snorkeling excursion or sunset cruise per person per stay (as per resort schedule, combined with other guests and weather permitting) • 25% discount on selected excursions (subject to resort schedule) • 25% discount at Océane Spa (excluding any promotional offers) • Non-motorised watersports.