Six Senses Kanuhura

Property Highlights

The property opened in 2000, and was last renovated in 2016. Guests enjoy a choice of 80 air-conditioned villas set on the white sandy beach, or over the shimmering waters of the lagoon.

Most of the villas here boast mesmerizing ocean views.

Pamper yourself with a day at the beach, where butlers are at hand to attend to your needs. Book an exclusive sun bed at a private beach for the ultimate experience - private butler and all.Tempted to be in the turquoise waters lapping the beach? Enjoy a swim in the lagoon or go all out with a diving/snorkelling session.Experience the thrill of jet skiing or for a more adventurous heart-pumping experience, ride a Jetlev-Flyer. Not keen on getting wet? Sign up for dolphin/manta rays spotting tours, sunset cruises or fishing trips (sunset fishing/fly fishing/big game fishing) .For an exclusive experience, hire a private dhoni, speedboat or catamaran, or picnic at the resort's 2 deserted islands. Other adventures that can be enjoyed include visit to Naifaru Turtle Sanctuary and Felivaru tuna factory.Within the main resort island, explore the magnificent Orchid Garden and watch a movie under the stars. Indulge in spa therapies at the award-winning spa on-site, learn hatha yoga, meditation or aqua fitness. Classes for beach boxing, kickboxing, zumba, pilates, circuit training, boot camp, piloxing (pilates and boxing) are available too. Besides a games room with video games, pool table and cards, the resort has tennis, squash and badminton courts as well as a mini football pitch.For the little ones, the resort has an amazing kids'' club with an indoor play area, splash pool and jungle gym.Besides these, there are activities such as scavenger hunts, cooking classes, chocolate making classes, movie nights and art workshops. Kids can embark on pirate cruises, play the Maldivian drums, and enjoy dedicated spa sessions, yoga and zumba classes.There are separate fishing, diving and water sports sessions for the little ones. The entire family can have loads of fun at the inflatable water park.Get your special moments captured on photos by the resort's professional photography service (various packages available) . Contactless check-in/checkout and a 24-hour front desk are the other facilities available.Hindi, English and Tamil-speaking staff are available for assistance.

For dining, there are 6 on-site restaurants and bars. Guests can enjoy 24-hour room service, barbecue facilities and halal food.Besides these, the resort offers several indulgences such as wine/whisky tasting sessions as well as wine and cheese/whisky and chocolate sessions.There are classes for chocolate and coffee mixology, cooking and cocktail making. Enjoy private beach barbecues and picnics on deserted islands with a private chef to grill delicacies.Breakfast aboard a private dhoni as it cruises down the lagoon, and dine on the beach on a table dug out from the sand.Full moon dinners on the beach can be arranged on request. For kids, there are special meals as well as chocolate making, cupcake-decorating classes.

How to Reach the Property

The resort is located across 3 islands including Kanuhura Island. Pristine beaches, lush tropical inlands and a shimmering lagoon offer the perfect setting for a Maldivian holiday.Besides Kanuhura Island, Jehunuhura and Masleggihura - two deserted islands add to the magic and let beach lovers enjoy the wonders of unspoilt beaches.These islands have rabbits, chicks and hens in their interiors alongside native flora and fauna.Kanhura itself is home to the unique orchid Dendrobium Kanuhura and its own orchid nursery as well as garden.

The property offers seaplane transfers from Male International Airport. It is a 40-minute flight and costs USD 550 per adult and USD 325 per child (under 12 years) .The cost is for roundtrip/return transfer and inclusive of taxes. Transfers are mandatory and guests have to share details of arrival and departure flights at least 72 hours prior to arrival.Payment has to be done directly at the property. The property will arrange for the transfer and share details such as pick-up point, kiosk at the airport etc.

Food & Dining

• The 6 dining outlets on-site offer a wide range of delicacies.
• Bottega - Set amidst tropical greenery, this Italian restaurant serves wood-fire oven pizzas, rich pastas and Mediterranean-style seafood.
• Pair your meal with an imported vino. Alfresco dining is available.
• Veli - This beachfront restaurant serves Asian favourites including Indian tandoori dishes, sushi, and Korean-style barbecues.
• Chinese and Singaporean dishes are available too.
• A Mano - Open for breakfast and dinner, this restaurant serves extensive buffet spreads and themed dinners.
• Seating is available on the beach, or in the cool interiors of the restaurant.
• Drift Beach Grill - Open only for lunch, this restaurant is set on the pristine sands of the adjoining island. 
• Deli - The perfect place to indulge your sweet tooth or relax with a cup of coffee.
• Guests can also get picnic hampers here.
• Cowry Club - Set besides the beachfront infinity pool, this club has cigars and one of the finest selections of cocktails.
• Chef’s Herb Garden - Open only for private dinners, the Chef’s Herb Garden offers a unique Chef's special dining experience set amidst tropical greenery.

Room details and Amenities

• Each of the 80 villas here is luxuriously furnished, and features a private deck for enjoying the stunning views of the beach/ocean.
• Amenities common across all include air-conditioning, guest bikes, tea/coffee-making facilities, minibar and private dining area.
• All the villas also have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, Bluetooth connect Bose sound system, beach bags and safe deposit box. 
• Beach Bungalows offer mesmerizing sunrise or sunset views, while Beach Villas offer only sunrise views.
• Water Villas have overwater hammocks as well as separate living rooms.
• All Pool Villas have private pools.
• Villas with multiple bedrooms are available for families and groups.
• En-suite bathrooms have open-air showers, indoor bathtubs, beach towels, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer and Zenology bathroom amenities.  

Activities & Experiences

• Sunning on the beach takes on a new level of luxury with the beach butlers to pamper you.
• Swim in the lagoon, jog on the beach, and marvel at the blooms in the Orchid Garden.
• Enjoy movies under the stars, and play video games (games room), tennis, squash or football.
• Relax with indulgent therapies at the spa, or by the poolside. 
• Learn something new. There are classes for hatha yoga, meditation, aqua fitness, zumba, pilates and circuit training. 
• Besides these, guests can enjoy boot camps and beach boxing, kickboxing, piloxing (pilates and boxing) classes too.
• The little ones can swim and play in the kids' club, and enjoy activities such as scavenger hunts and cooking/chocolate-making classes.
• There are spa, zumba and yoga sessions as well as movie nights just for the kids.
• Kids can also learn to play the Maldivian drums. 
• Enjoy diving, snorkelling jet skiing, or ride a Jetlev-Flyer.
• Embark on dolphin/manta ray-spotting tours, sunset cruises or fishing trips (sunset fishing/fly fishing/big game fishing).
• Private dhonis/speedboats/catamarans can be hired too.
• Picnic at the resort's 2 deserted islands, and visit Naifaru Turtle Sanctuary as well as Felivaru tuna factory.
• There are pirate cruises and water sports (including fishing and diving) sessions for little ones.

For Couples

For couples, the resort offers several options to make their holiday special. Besides staying in villas with private pools, couples can enjoy romantic dinners on the beach, sunbathe in a pre-booked private beach (private butler service) , and opt for breakfast on a private dhoni sailing across the lagoon.Picnics on deserted islands can be enjoyed too.