Anantara Kihavah Resort in the Maldives is celebrated for its luxury, natural beauty, and unique experiences.

This destination has been on our wish list for many years and it excelled all expectations!

Here are ten aspects that make it stand out:

1. Breathtaking Location

Situated in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Anantara Kihavah and a 40 minute sea plane transfer from the capital Male, it is surrounded by pristine beaches, lush greenery, and vibrant coral reefs, giving it one of the most scenic settings in the Maldives.

2. Private Villas with Pools

These are stunningly deceptive in size and is designed with privacy in mind and comes with a large a private pool. Guests can choose between overwater villas or beachfront options, each offering panoramic ocean views and luxurious amenities. Our Overwater Villa was spectacular, even with a glass bottomed bath looking down onto beautiful fish!

3. Underwater Dining at SEA Restaurant

One of the highlights of the resort is SEA, an underwater restaurant that offers guests the chance to dine while watching marine life swim around. The ambiance is surreal and truly memorable.

4. Personalized Butler Service

Every guest is assigned a dedicated villa host who caters to their needs. Our butler, Shameen, couldn't do enough for us and was only a WhatsApp message away! He organised our retsaurant reservations and water activities, even setting up private dinners, ensuring a seamless and customised experience.

5. Stargazing Observatory

Anantara Kihavah has its own overwater observatory with a telescope, allowing guests to explore the night sky and gaze at planets, stars, and constellations with expert guidance.

6. Award-Winning Spa
The Anantara Spa offers a blend of traditional Maldivian treatments.We enjoyed a few massages during our stay, with viewing portholes down into the coral below and beautiful fish. With modern wellness options, we thoroughly recommend a visit.

7. Snorkelling and Diving

The Watersport Centre offered a host of activities, with direct access to some of the best coral reefs, where we snorkelled with our guide Robin and were astounded by the beautiful coral and marine life. We didn't do it but diving with manta rays, turtles, and vibrant marine life, is a must for all divers.

8. Sustainability Efforts

Anantara Kihavah is committed to preserving its natural surroundings, even growing its's own produce in it's well stocked garden. Along with initiatives like coral propagation programs, a water bottling plant to reduce plastic, and solar power this resort is carrying the torch for Sustainability efforts.

9. Customized Culinary Experiences

Beyond its restaurants, the resort offers various unique dining options like private beach dinners, picnics on secluded sandbanks, and dining under the stars.

10. Abundant Activities for All Ages

Anantara Kihavah is an adult only resort and caters for all, with water sports, cultural excursions, cooking classes, and wellness activities that make it ideal for every type of traveller., you even get a bike each at your villa to get around the Atoll!

With Anantara Kihavah's blend of luxury, natural beauty, and unique experiences truly sets it apart as a top destination in the Maldives, where you can do as much or as little as you like.