Dreaming of a picture-perfect vacation? Set your gaze at Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi; it is the grandest beach escape you can gift yourself in the Maldives. By Team T+L
Across the Indian Ocean is the little slice of paradise—Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi. Tucked within the Shaviyani Atoll, the luxury resort is more than just a regular hideaway. It is a ‘secret water island’ to explore, and a resounding luxury to experience.
Sun-kissed, palm-fringed, and turquoise blue waters
Surrounded by the never-ending blues of the Indian Ocean, Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi—600-hectares of glistering waters, which is also home to thriving marine life—is perched on the largest resort lagoon in the Maldives. Offering a tropical escape and barefoot indulgences, the resort boasts of powdery white-sand beaches dotted with swaying palms, the Maldivian sun, the salty sea breeze, and a 200-metre infinity pool cutting across the island.
The waters around are a diving sanctuary where you can discover countless aquatic animals–from manta rays and turtles to bottlenose dolphins and over 250 species of tropical fish waiting to say, “hello.” When here, you can snorkel at leisure and discover the in-house reef, an ecosystem of rich marine life just strokes away from the resort’s private beach and water villas. Alternatively, you can join a sunset cruise aboard a private yacht or experience a wide array of exhilarating water sports.
Private space and comfort
The 120 luxury villas at Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi offer a seamless blend of Maldivian touch, courtesy champagne woods, coral-inspired rugs, and bamboo glass chandeliers. You can choose from elegantly proportioned beach villas, stunning water villas, or tented jungle villas draped with luscious tropical greens of the island.
Local Maldivian gastronomic fare
When here, you can enjoy local and international cuisines amid breathtaking views of the beach at Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi’s all-day dining restaurant, Raha Market. Walk a little bit further and discover Kata, an over-water Japanese restaurant offering a modern menu comprising of an array of sushi and sashimi appetisers freshly made from the chef’s counter; and robatayaki, a variety of seafood options cooked in mono styles.
Next, head over to Azure where fresh seafood and lobster tanks are displayed. Here, the culinary riches of the seas offer a spectacular seafront dining experience. The striking all-bamboo poolside bar, Onu Onu, is the throbbing social heart of the resort. Created by Balinese artisans, this laidback space is perfect for lounging over exotic drinks while basking in the sun with gorgeous views of the prime beachfront.
A tranquil escape and renewed wellness
Inspired by its surroundings, the renowned Willow Stream Spa draws on powers of natural elements to tailor treatments that soothe and heal the body, mind, and soul. Connected to the local island culture, the carefully curated treatments here are underlined by ancient Ayurveda aromatherapy—from subtle energies to the Kerstin Florian spa range that guarantees a rejuvenating sensory journey.
Pristine scenery enveloped by nature
The natural, untouched island of Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi forefronts activities that take care of the environment. Age-old and towering Banyan trees welcome guests at the beach villa, and coconut trees line up the shores of the secret water island. On land, the luscious scenery gives a refreshing ambiance, while underwater at the Coralarium, Maldives’ first and only coral regeneration project in the form of an underwater art installation, provides a habitat for marine life. Conceptualised by celebrated British environmentalist and eco-artist Jason deCaires Taylor, the half-submerged masterpiece is a visual connector between the aquatic world and the land. You can explore Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi’s Coralarium with specially curated and educational snorkelling trips accompanied by the resort’s resident marine biologist.
#TnlRecommends These Fun Activities At Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi
- Bike around and explore the island
- Go house reef snorkelling with turtles
- Embark on a sunset dolphin cruise on a private yacht
- Dive into the manta ray cleaning station
- Try jet-skiing, kayaking, and big game fishing
- Plant baby corals at the Coralarium, Maldives’ first and only coral regeneration project in the form of an underwater art installation
- Take care of turtle nests and witness turtle hatching
- Enjoy an exotic cocktail at Onu Onu bar
- Indulge in freshly-caught lobsters and seafood at Azure
- Watch the golden hour with sushi and sashimi at Kata
- Savour a lavish buffet at Raha Market
- Book a relaxing massage at the Willow Stream Spa
- Stay in a luxury water villa that offers undisrupted views of the Indian Ocean
- Take long leisurely walks on the white sand beach from the beach villa
- Experience glamping in a tented jungle villa, deep within the island
- Swim across the 200-metre infinity pool
Sounds like a dream vacation, doesn’t it? Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi has a way to make it even more exciting! Now, you can get a FREE upgrade to the Water Sunrise Villa when you book a Beach Sunrise Villa anytime for stays until September 2021. Simply make your reservation here, and get ready to be pampered!
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