As your speedboat approaches Taj Coral Reef Resort and Spa located only 30 minutes away from Male airport, you will be overcome by the tiny atoll’s remarkable beauty. Its sands are impossibly white, the water so clear its hypnotic, and the resort itself looks like a dream made into reality.

Although situated in one of the world’s premier diving locations, this exclusive resort also caters for the leisure lover, with some of the Maldives’ most sumptuous villas and the sublime Jiva Spa. Both Beach Villas, with large beachside porticos, and Water Villas, with grand jetty entry and private decks overlooking the lagoon, have been recently re-designed.

The Lux Traveller selects the truly exquisite two-bedroom Presidential Nirvana Beach Suites, with a private pool, timber sun deck, outdoor rain showers and unparalleled views of the crystal waters and surrounding reef.

For an in-depth understanding of traditional Indian practices and ancient rituals, makes a visit to Jiva Spa. Their exclusive range of signature experiences have a royal touch. Choose from Indian therapies, body rituals and beauty treatments. Go beyond the surface and indulge in specially curated spa cuisine, which brings you the goodness of celebrated beneficial ingredients through traditional cooking and contemporary techniques. The menu offers Asian, Western and Indian delicacies, which are healthy, yet delectable.
A number of other dining options will excite the palate, with the casual Pool Side, Reef Bar and Pizzeria a must on lazy afternoons. Latitude offers a delicious fine dining alternative and the remarkable Open The Grill will take you on a culinary journey to South America with their mouth-watering menu.

The more energetic guests are also served well. World-class reef and wreck diving in the area will astound. PADI dive courses are available on the island, along with Stingray feeding, adventure water activities and a fully equipped fitness centre.