The Maldives is a destination of dazzling tropical beauty that offers the perfect recipe for relaxation and rejuvenation! A country of more than a thousand islands, endowed with a dreamlike beauty, the Maldives beckons with clear lagoons, moonlit nights, and powdery white beaches.

Maldives offers a variety of resorts catering to the taste of most travellers, with most operating at a very high-end luxury level. From adults only honeymoon style resorts with overwater villas, offering the ultimate in peace and privacy, to sprawling resorts that span multiple islands and offer kids clubs, padel and tennis courts, and even a golf course or two, you’ll find a Maldives resort that suits your needs. As alcohol and food can be expensive in resort and you won’t be venturing out to eat, we highly recommend booking an all inclusive package in this island holiday destination.

Picture yourself in a place where the sand is as white as snow and the water is a mesmerizing shade of turquoise. This is the Maldives. It’s a tropical paradise that seems straight out of a dream. And the hotels offer an unmatched level of luxury quite unlike any you’ll find in other island destinations. The people here simply know how to do hospitality. This is a place to truly relax, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the finer things in life. Maldives is barefoot luxury at its best.

The Maldives has a hot tropical climate and the temperature remains remarkably consistent at around 30°C year-round – that’s on the beach and in the water! The sea in the Maldives is warm all year round and the water temperature is an average of 29°C (yowzers!) The warm seas of the Maldives also have high visibility throughout the year; with water clear enough to see the passing fish as far as fifty metres away at times so you can enjoy your holiday, snorkelling, diving, deep-sea fishing, or cruising, at any time of year.

International flights arrive at Male's Hulhule airport, which is on an island of its own. Transfers from the airport to your resort island are either by boat, seaplane, or domestic flight, depending on the distance. If your Maldives resort requires a seaplane transfer, be aware that seaplanes only operate in daylight hours. The seaplane journey in itself is an experience, as you get stunning views of the atolls - make sure you get a window seat and that you get your camera out before boarding. The seaplane will usually land next to a floating platform, from which you will be picked up by boat to be taken the remaining few metres in shore to your resort.

The Maldives is 3 hours ahead of South Africa. The standard electricity socket is the UK-style three-pin, although there are some variations, so an international adaptor will be useful. The language of the Maldivians is Dhivehi and is very similar to several other languages from Sri Lanka, South East Asia and North India. English is also widely spoken in the Maldives.

If you’re taking a seaplane transfer, the luggage allowance is a little more restrictive than your commercial flight - you are allowed 20kg per person of baggage and one piece of hand luggage weighing no more than 5kg. Be sure to take along your best beach and casual wear, perfect for the day while a light rain jacket might come in handy in the event of the occasional rain shower and sunglasses and suntan lotion are a must. It’s also a good idea to take along a few movies on a tablet or something similar as the English TV channels in your hotel may be limited and your own goggles and snorkels – even though your resort will have this equipment available to hire, you’ll probably be happier having your own.

Beautifully remote, yet easily accessible by seaplane from Malé, Six Senses Laamu is set in a lagoon where dolphins swim along the sandy shoreline. With villas perched over-water and along the palm-fringed sand, guests will enjoy all the creature comforts they expect of a 5 star deluxe resort, and more.

LOCATION

Laamu Atoll.

HOW TO GET THERE
Domestic flight to the local airport (approximately 40 minutes) followed by a speedboat transfer to the resort (approximately 15 minutes).

ACCOMMODATION
Six Senses Laamu has 97 villas that are innovatively styled and crafted from responsible materials. For families with small children, beach villas are recommended.

5 Lagoon Beach Villas (Size: 220m²)
Hidden between the lush tropical vegetation facing the lagoon, these stylishly sustainable beach villas offer absolute privacy. The beach is only a few meters away set with sun loungers.
Bathe in the open-air branch-encircled shower or in the outdoor bathtub or just relax in the private garden area.

1 Ocean Beach Villa (Size: 220m²)
The Indian Ocean offers stunning views from these sustainable and absolutely private beach bungalows in the Maldives, hidden between the lush tropical vegetation on the sunrise side of the island. A private deck with sun loungers and direct access to the beach is only a few meters away. Feel the soft sea breeze gently ruffling the leaves around you while bathing in the open-air branch-encircled shower or in the outdoor bathtub. For a unique panoramic view and all-blue ocean palette of Laamu, or for catching an unforgettable fiery sunset, just climb up to the treetop deck, which features a comfortable seating and dining area.

3 Lagoon Beach Villas with Pool (Size: 238m²)
Hidden between the lush tropical vegetation facing the lagoon, these beach villas with a private pool offer absolute privacy surrounded by the turquoise scenery. The pool is only a few meters away from the beachfront and sun loungers are placed by the pool deck. Bathe in the open-air branch-encircled shower or in the outdoor bathtub; or you can just relax in the private garden area.

9 Ocean Beach Villas with Pool (Size: 108m²)
The Indian Ocean offers stunning views from these absolutely private pool beach villas, hidden between the lush tropical vegetation on the sunset side of the island. The pool is only a few meters away from the beachfront and sun loungers are placed by the pool deck. Bathe in the open-air branch-encircled shower or in the outdoor bathtub; or you can just relax in the private garden area.

16 Lagoon Water Villas (Size: 108m²)
A short bicycle ride on jetties will lead you to these overwater havens, secluded by high wooden enclosures. With direct access to the sea, jump in for a swim or for a snorkel around the lagoon or relax on the overwater netting hammock.
The water villas feature a glass overwater bathtub with a view to the lagoon and an outdoor rain shower.

16 Ocean Water Villas (Size: 108m²)
A short bicycle ride on the jetties past the lagoon and towards the ocean, will lead you to these overwater retreats, secluded by high wooden enclosures. With direct access to the sea, jump in for a swim or for a snorkel around the lagoon or relax on the overwater netting hammock. The water villas feature a glass overwater bathtub with a view to the ocean and an outdoor rain shower.

4 Ocean Water Villas with Pool (Size: 126m²)
Cycle along the jetty above the lagoon to these private enclosed overwater retreats.
There is direct access to the sea, where you can swim and snorkel, or plunge into your personal pool. Laze on the decking or on the overwater-netting hammock.
During sunset, lay back on sun loungers or sit around the outside deck’s glass bottom table. These villas also feature a glass overwater bathtub with a view to the ocean plus an outdoor rain shower.

12 Laamu Water Villas (Size: 108m²)
These private hideaways are located further along the jetties and offer uninterrupted ocean views. With direct access to the sea, you can jump in for a swim or for a snorkel around the lagoon or relax on the overwater netting hammock. Sit back on the sun loungers or around the glass bottom table on the outside deck. The water villas feature a glass overwater bathtub with a view to the ocean and an outdoor rain shower.

8 Laamu Water Villas with Pool (Size: 126m²)
These private pool hideaways are located at the end of the jetties and are the furthest away from the main island. Sit back in the private pool with an uninterrupted view to the Indian Ocean. Alternatively, having direct access to the sea, you can jump in for a swim or for a snorkel around the lagoon. Whether you want to soak up some sun or enjoy the beautiful colors of the ocean during the sunset you can lay back on the sun loungers or around the glass bottom table on the outside deck. The water villas feature a glass overwater bathtub with an uninterrupted view to the ocean and an outdoor rain shower.

Family Lagoon Beach Villas with Pool & Family Ocean Beach Villas with Pool (Size: 253m2)
These Family Villas with their panoramic upper deck and viewing platform at treetop level either face the turquoise lagoon or face towards the ocean. They are hidden in the lush tropical vegetation and are ideal for families traveling with children. They comprise a beach villa with the addition of a study which can accommodate up to two children and has an adjoining bathroom. These family hideaways feature a private pool and private access to the beach, which is only a few meters away. The master bedroom is only a few steps away from the children’s room and it has complete view of the swimming pool. Bathe in the open-air branch-encircled shower or in the outdoor bathtub; or you can just relax in the private garden area.

ROOM FACILITIES

• All villas offer a full sea view and features include:
• Air conditioning
• Bose entertainment system
• Non allergenic pillows
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• 37” flat panel TV with satellite channels
• Mini bar
• IDD telephone and Wi-Fi
• Hair dryer
• Outdoor bathroom and rain shower
  
  

DINING

Meal Plans

Half Board Includes:

• Breakfast at Longitude.
• Dinner at Longitude, Zen, LEAF Restaurant and Chill Bar with no restriction.

Full Board includes:

• Breakfast at Longitude.
• Lunch at Chill Bar and Sip Sip with no restriction.
• Dinner at Longitude, Zen, LEAF Restaurant and Chill Bar with no restriction.

Non-Alcoholic ‘Saint’ package includes:

• Water, soft drinks, fresh juices, mocktails, tea and coffee.
• Drinks served at the Chill Bar, Longitude, ZEN, LEAF and Sip Sip outlets.

Alcoholic ‘Sinner’ package includes:

• Water, soft drinks, fresh juices, mocktails, tea and coffee.
• Selected international brands of rum, whisky, gin, vodka and tequila.
• Selected draught or bottled beer.
• Selected cocktails and mocktails.
• Selected house wine and sparkling wine by the glass.
• Mini bar (replenished once daily).

Note: the above optional drinks packages are available from 11 January to 21 December 2023.

Longitude
The open-air restaurant begins each day with a bountiful breakfast. Dinners are themed nights love affair with fresh catch (spotted swimming only hours before), grilled meats, pastas and Asian flavours. There's also a buffet with live cooking stations.

Leaf
At Leaf restaurant the menu features Mediterranean gourmet cuisine with a farm to fork twist using ingredients grown in the resort’s organic gardens and neighbouring islands.
The dining menu changes daily and is inspired by the freshest ingredients.
Enjoy a unique four course tasting menu with wine pairing in a romantic candlelit ambiance surrounded by the Indian Ocean.

Sip Sip
Sip Sip with its dramatic sunken bar and adjacent poolside seating, emerges from the swimming pool and offers homemade pizzas, jungle-wood grills, juicy burgers, comfort pasta and locally-inspired desserts. Try the freshly squeezed juices and cocktails.

Chill Bar
Situated just meters away from the house reef, Chill bar is where stories are written on morning snorkels and recounted over afternoon drinks. Signature cocktails washed ashore and never left at this magical over water setting built over several levels. Be sure to ask your GEM for the inside scoop on the Liquid Experiences.

Altitude Wine Cellar
In a spun-glass wine cellar with more than 300 labels, your wine experience at Altitude includes a five-course dinner accompanied by four of the finest wines. The sommeliers are also on hand to give you insights on the grape variety, vintage and origin.

Ice & Chocolate Studio
An al fresco ice cream and sorbet parlour with 40-plus, ever-changing flavours to tempt your taste buds. Enter the chilled Chocolate Studio to find chocolate truffles with cinnamon, green tea, lavender and mint mojito ... it's hard to choose!

Zen
Zen offers modern Japanese Omakase cuisine. Dine in a relaxed and casual atmosphere on the upper deck, while listening to the ocean waves lapping in the background.

Kaji
Six Senses newest restaurant – a Teppanyaki dining experience offering 4 or 5 course set menus featuring a tantalizing array of premium beef cuts and exquisite seafood dishes created by a talented team of chefs who also provide an entertaining dining experience.

Garden Chili Table
Zest for life? Sit on the hot seat at our communal Chili Table at the heart of the organic garden, surrounded by 12 varieties of chili. Your chef prepares a five-course dinner featuring locally caught fish, seafood, desserts and just the right kick of chili.

SPA
Nine uniquely designed treatment nests are dotted right on the beach or among lush landscaping. Discover your dosha (body type) with Ayurveda, enjoy nourishing local Maldives spa massage treatments and restorative facials and nurture your soul with meditation and yoga in an open-air rooftop studio. Enhance your post-treatment relaxation with a gut-loving and delicious smoothie at the Juice Bar.

WATERSPORTS & ACTIVITIES (* some at a supplement)

• Swimming pool
• Dive centre
• Kayaking
• Catamaran sailing *
• Windsurfing *
• Stand-up paddle
• Legendary surfing is only minutes away between May and September.
• Cinema under the Stars - complete with popcorn and refreshments
• Library
• Six Senses Gallery
• Fishing excursions - chefs will prepare the catch to order *
• Picnic lunch on a deserted beach *
• The resort also offers unique experiences such a private dining or cocktails on the sandbank and sunken table or candlelit dinners on the beach and daily sunset cruises

All information in the above Fact Sheet is applicable from January 2025 and is subject to change without prior notice