A journey of transcendence awaits at JOALI BEING, the first nature immersive wellbeing island retreat in the Maldives. Secluded in the spectacular Raa Atoll, this exclusive, ultra-luxurious sanctuary invites guests to experience “weightlessness” – a sense of freedom, joy and lightness. Built according to biophilic design principles, the retreat evokes harmony and positivity. Each of the 68 well-living spaces come with private pools and special inclusions, such as customised wellbeing bar setups, meditative musical instruments and wellbeing games.

Designed to restore natural balance and facilitate personal transformation, the retreat’s curated offerings are woven around the Four Pillars of JOALI BEING: Mind, Skin, Microbiome and Energy. Treatments, experiences, and menus are customised for each guest, depending on their choice of Immersion Programme. Ranging from five nights to three weeks, the Immersion Programmes can be tailored to various areas, including: strength and vitality, mental clarity and wellbeing, hormonal balance, women’s health, digestive and weight rebalance, restorative sleep, as well as movement and alignment for good health and immunity. Wellbeing-seekers enjoy access to a series of inspiring transformative spaces, innovatively designed and framed by shimmering seascapes and coconut palms.

At AREKA, find the Quiet Zones with separate male and female hydrotherapy areas. Facilities such as the ice grotto, sauna, steam, vitality pools, garden, lockers and changing rooms can be used before and after treatment sessions. KAASHI, the hydrotherapy hall, has been created around the idea of sanitas per aquas (healing through water) and hosts an array of private aquatic experiences – from the deep relaxation and nurturing therapy of Watsu to the exhilarating, purifying effects of the Aufguss Sauna. The Turkish-style Hammam hosts calming sojourns that include a cleansing ritual, an aromatherapy scrub, a customised massage, and a replenishing body mask. Inspired by salt caves found in nature, the Salt Inhalation Room provides an opportunity to try halotherapy, prized for its beneficial impact on breathing and skin. The retreat’s elemental therapies with healing crystals and massages with signature essential oils help to bring each of the Four Pillars into harmony.

Rebalancing and renewal also come in the form of restorative teas, tonics and balms crafted by the resident herbologist at AKTAR. Guests can explore movement and performance at CORE, an expansive zone fitted with Technogym and Nohrd equipment. SEDA, the sound therapy hall, is a healing realm of acoustics, music and rhythm, where specialist instruments and self-reflective techniques elevate consciousness. Each day on this magical island is filled with moments of discovery, mindfulness and invigoration. Bespoke luxury combines with nature’s purest gifts to create a sense of genuine wonder and soul-deep rejuvenation.