JA Manafaru illustrates why nothing beats a natural island escape. Lush, mature vegetation — from majestic banyan trees to spiky screw pines — frame the resort’s sandy pathways, creating a sense of seclusion. The dense greenery ensures privacy between villas, making you feel completely tucked away, while still being just steps from the restaurants, spa and pristine beach.
The Deluxe Beach Villas are some of the largest in the Maldives, boasting expansive private outdoor spaces with enclosed gardens where you can slip into your very own infinity pool. The overwater Water Villas, though slightly more compact, are cleverly designed to provide privacy and immerse you in nature. Each offers breathtaking sunrise or sunset views, a spacious deck with an infinity pool and glass floor panels for a peek at the underwater world.
Traveling with a larger group? The three luxurious Residences are great for families. Plus, the friendly and charismatic staff take the experience to the next level with genuine charm, personalized recommendations and cultural insights.
- JA Manafaru goes all out with its “Wellness Your Way” menus, catering to many dietary needs, whether that be vegan, keto, paleo or and gluten-free. And it’s not just a few token dishes — these menus are packed with options, so you can indulge without feeling restricted.
- Food lovers flock to this luxury resort, and it’s easy to see why. Dining highlights include The Cellar, a romantic restaurant nestled in an underground volcanic rock chamber lined with floor-to-ceiling wine racks. Enjoy a leisurely champagne breakfast or dive into a decadent four-course dinner. For something more casual, Andiamo Bistro and Pool turns out excellent wood-fired pizzas by the picturesque free-form pool, complete with a Japanese-style bridge and a waterfall.
- The resort’s Calm Spa Sanctuary offers cutting-edge wellness technologies, such as daily vitamin checks. Using non-invasive Vitastiq EVA technology, the spa can analyze your vitamin and nutrient levels, then create smoothies tailored to your nutritional needs.
- While snorkeling and diving top the itineraries here with daytime and nighttime excursions, other water-based pursuits include pedal boats, stand-up paddle boards, windsurfing and more. For land-based fun, the lengthy activities list features an indoor movie theater and one under the stars, scavenger hunts, karaoke, drone photography and stargazing.
- JA Manafaru is where to go when you want to get away from it all. Thanks to the far-flung location in the Maldives’ northernmost atoll, you’ll experience total privacy, uninterrupted views and absolute peace.
- Upon arriving at Malé’s Velana International Airport, you can catch one of two daily seaplanes for a scenic 70-minute flight straight to the resort. Alternatively, you can take a domestic flight to a nearby atoll, followed by a quick speedboat ride.
- The Maldives resort is big on sustainability, operating its own water desalination plant to provide fresh drinking water and eliminate plastic bottles.
- Pay a visit to the “Cluckingham Palace” chicken coop in the chef’s garden. Not only do the hens provide fresh eggs for guests, but they also help reduce food waste by munching on vegetable scraps.
Don’t miss the themed nights at Kakuni restaurant. During the “Maldivian Malaafaiy” dinners, you’ll savor local specialties with some royal twists, while the Sustainable Seafood BBQ brings the freshest catch straight to your plate.
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