Archive · 29 Sep 2026
Maldives Resorts Offer Solitude, Conservation And Wellness Experiences
The writer visited two Four Seasons resorts in the Maldives for quiet time and wellness activities.
The resorts are on islands surrounded by the Indian Ocean.
Guests can look for manta rays with researchers from the Manta Trust.
They can also learn about protecting the ocean and help with conservation activities.
A marine centre cares for injured turtles before releasing them.
The writer ate a Vietnamese meal in a tree garden and explored a private island.
At the wellness centre, doctors assessed the writer’s health and suggested ways to support well-being.
The resort’s manager said island life can change how people think about their choices.
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru offers secluded stays, wellness consultations and nature-focused activities.
The resort’s Manta Trust-linked programme has identified more than 6,000 reef manta rays through over 80,000 sightings.
Guests can join manta excursions, meet researchers and participate in reef-building and other conservation activities.
The Marine Discovery Centre operates a turtle rehabilitation clinic featuring rescued turtles including Lassi, Luchi and Bindi.
Nearby Four Seasons Private Island Maldives at Voavah spans five acres and can host one booking with up to 21 invited guests.
- Who
- The writer, Armando Kraenzlin, Dr Guy Stevens and Dr Arun Kallarackal Tomson are among those featured.
- What
- A travel visit explored resort stays, marine conservation, dining, a private island and wellness services in the Maldives.
- When
- The writer visited during the period described in the article; the resort’s conservation programme began at Landaa Giraavaru in 2006.
- Where
- Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru in Baa Atoll, Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa and Four Seasons Private Island Maldives at Voavah.
- Why
- The visit was intended to experience solitude, resort activities, conservation work and wellness offerings.
- Main resort
- Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
- Location
- Baa Atoll, Maldives
- Manta research
- More than 6,000 reef manta rays identified through over 80,000 photo-identification sightings
- Oceanic mantas
- More than 1,000 oceanic manta rays identified
- Marine centre
- The Marine Discovery Centre includes a turtle rehabilitation clinic
- Private island
- Four Seasons Private Island Maldives at Voavah covers five acres
- Voavah capacity
- One booking can invite up to 21 guests