Rising up over a coral atoll in the shimmering Indian Ocean, the Five-Star Kanuhura, part of the Small Leading Hotel of the World, is a private and remote hideaway. Surrounded by clear azure waters this unique and stylish resort offers the ultimate in comfort, luxury and relaxation amongst tropical surroundings.

Luxurious Villas and Suites with dark wood interiors, natural materials, private gardens and open-air natural stone baths bring you even closer to the tropics. Beach Villas and Suites rest gently on the beach, where your own private space extends onto the sand and out to sea. Water Villas and Suites emerge from the warm waters on stilts, relax on your own private sundeck and your personal villa host will do the rest.

Enjoy the tranquillity of the deserted glistening white sands or if you are feeling more adventurous, the coral island is small enough to circumnavigate on foot within 20 minutes. Kanuhura boasts an array of activities from squash to water sports. The resort has its own Dive Centre; explore the wonders of the Lhaviyani Atoll and the outer reef or hire a speed boat to visit neighbouring atolls.

Unwind with a cocktail by the lagoon pool or pamper yourself in the Spa, one of the largest in the Maldives where you can enjoy a Polynesian massage. A fun-filled Kids Club and games room provides great enjoyment for younger guests and leaves you free to concentrate on the art of relaxation.

Kanuhura has a sociable atmosphere, as night falls savour the magical light in one of the resort’s 4 ambient restaurants and bars. Share a drink with new found friends or retreat for a romantic softly-lit meal on the beach. If you prefer, dine in private on your veranda with in-villa dining available 24hrs a day.

Restaurants
Savour a range of Oriental and European dishes at Thin Rah, the resort’s signature restaurant, enjoy a la caret cuisine in an intimate atmosphere at the Olive Tree or visit the romantic beachfront Veli Café Bar for fresh seafood and fine wines. Healthy lifestyle options are available and our Chefs are happy to prepare any dish of your choice.

Bars
Seek shade in the Handhuvra Bar with a selection of fresh juices and an all-day snack menu or enjoy a cocktail at sunset on the outdoor terrace. With a tropical eastern ambience the Havana Lounge offers fine wines, cognacs, whiskies, cigars and a creative cocktail menu, relax in the dancing candlelight and savour live piano music.

Spa Retreat
Indulge yourself at Veyoge Spa, the largest state-of-the art spa in the Maldives. After a one-to-one consultation with an expert therapist pamper yourself with a number of worldly treatments from Bali, Thailand, Polynesia, Sweden and the Maldives. Other indulgencies include; steam bath, dry sauna hot and cold plunge pools and Jacuzzis. Private Yoga lessons are held with specialised instructors from India.

Health & Fitness
Keep occupied with a range of water sports at the Dolphin Watersports Centre or hire a catamaran to cruise in style. The resort’s Sun Dive Centre holds the PADI Gold Palm status; explore over 40 dive sites within easy reach, including 2 shipwrecks. For the more experienced, Nitrox diving is available. Ashore, work out at the gym or play amongst friends on the tennis and squash courts.

Kids Club
Children between the ages of 2 and 11 are supervised and encouraged to let their imaginations run wild, whether playing organised games or exploring the warm waters of the lagoon for tropical fish a world of natural wonders is just waiting to be discovered. Those in search of information can surf the web or lose themselves in our library.

General Services
Upon arrival there is a buggy service and your personal villa host will unpack whilst you explore. There is a personalised mini bar in every room along with a DVD menu, a pillow menu and a bath menu. There is a daily turndown service, satellite newspapers and Sundowner cocktail service. Villas are equipped with wireless internet access to keep in touch.

Personal Villa Host
Your personal Villa Host is available 24/7 to organise anything you wish including; a champagne breakfast on a secluded beach, a private marine safari to spot dolphins, a massage in an underwater spa or a night dive guided by the stars.

Local Area
Of the 1190 islands within the Maldives, only 200 are inhabited some having been developed into the world’s most luxurious hideaways, one of the very few unspoilt retreats left in the world. This idyllic island archipelago encourages relaxation and wellbeing, making it an ideal place to totally unwind.

Kanuhura Resort is located on one of the islands of Lhaviyani Atoll, to the northeast of the Maldives in the Indian Ocean, around 35minutes from the Maldives capital, Malé. The island measures approximately 1000 meters in length and 200 metres in width with a North-South orientation.

This enchanted private island has one of the softest, white sandy beaches in the Maldives and a huge coral free lagoon. This is the ideal setting for relaxation and for all water sports.

Travel details
For a truly relaxing holiday you will receive a friendly welcome at the airport and check in assistance. A porterage service is available from airport representative staff to help lighten the load.

A private lounge is available at the seaplane terminal providing complementary tea and coffee to keep you refreshed.

Capital: Malé

Time difference: GMT +5 hours

Flight times: 10 hours 20 minutes (direct)

Currency: Rufiyaa, although the US Dollar is widely accepted.

Arrival Information
After a 35 Minute scenic photo flight by seaplane transfer from Malé Airport you will receive a personal welcome from the General Manager or Manager upon your arrival at the resort.