Cocoa Island Maldives
Cocoa Island Maldives is an intimate private Maldives island boutique resort with 33 over water suites allowing you to slip into the turquoise lagoon and explore the excellent house reef. Situated at the edge of one of the world’s best dive sites. From personalised service and sophisticated cuisine to distinctive design, authentic culture and calming spa, Cocoa Island Maldives luxury 5* resort works hard to tailor the experience to meet your needs. The island is reached in just 30 minutes by boat from Male airport. Cocoa Island Maldives is a resort that specialises in low key serenity and solitude.
All guest accommodation is over water, with guests having direct access to the lagoon and the resort’s house reef. The style and design of the over water suites and villas are unlike any other resort in the Maldives. Uniquely inspired by dhoni boats, the gently curving wooden vessels used by local fisherme, Cocoa Island Maldives rooms arc out from the island itself. Choose from Dhoni Suites with step-down living areas and private sun decks, gorgeous Dhoni Loft Suites with mezzanine bedrooms, Loft Villas with extended mezzanines including outdoor showers and sun decks, or the amazing One and Two Bedroom Villas.
Offering some of the best dining in the Maldives, the menus are modern, light and steeped in the nuances of South Indian cuisine. They also offer contemporary interpretations of other Asian and Mediterranean classics, as well as old favourites like pastas and salads. The healthy Shambhala Cuisine is always popular. Shambhala Cuisine incorporates organic ingredients rich in living enzymes, vitamins and sea minerals. The relaxed atmosphere of Ufaa, the main restaurant, belies the sophisticated flavours behind each dish. Dine casually beside the infinity pool and the sea, or eat like a castaway, with meals delivered to your private villa or to your very own private table at the beach. Faru, the bar, is the place to relax with fine wines, refreshing cocktails, juices and light snacks.
Shambhala Retreat at Cocoa Island Maldives, those seeking a spa holiday in the Maldives will discover Asian-inspired treatments. The rey offer a wide range of massage therapies including traditional techniques such as Indonesian and Taksu as well as Thai massage and even hot stone and Indian head massages. There is also a Hydrotherapy pool.
There is a range of activities, including many that are complimentary. Morning and sunset yoga classes are complimentary, as well as aquatherapy session, guided snorkeling and fish feeding. Paid activities include snorkeling and fishing trips, as well as sunset curises offering you a chance to watch dolphins at play, often active in close proximity to the island.
The Cocoa Island Dive Centre is open daily from 8am until 6pm. Staff are always on hand to assist you and to recommend dive sites to match your interest and experience. The centre offers 3 dives a day. These mixed level dives include many options, including Manta Ray Cleaning Station, Wreck to Wall dive and Small Critters diving. Private diving charter available by speedboat on request. It is also possible to take a range of PADI accredited courses during your stay.‘Discover Scuba’ is a 2 hour course followed by a guided dive and is suitable for learners.
Children are welcome at Cocoa Island Maldives, however due to its over water accommodation children should be proficient swimmers and supervised at all times. Rather than a Maldives kids club, there is a babysitting services. Rather than force children into group activities, the familial intimacy of the Island allows children to mix easily and find their own friends. Menus are tweaked for children and include healthy and delicious choice, while the resort’s various accommodation styles allows for children under 12 to share their parents’ room.
Contact us today to arrange your dream holiday to the wonderful Cocoa Island Maldives