Dining
Café Landaa
The all-day dining restaurant, Café Landaa, overlooks
the swimming pool and beach and comprises three thatched
pavilions separated by reflecting ponds, and a separate
private dining room. For breakfast, guests can look
forward to exotic fruits and juices, freshly baked pastries
and a home-style buffet set-up of Asian and Continental
selections. For lunch and dinner, feast on the freshest
haul from the ocean cooked in various interesting styles.
The Sushi and Teppanyaki counter, located in a dramatic
water garden setting of the restaurant, provides an
authentic Japanese dining experience. The popular theme
nights marry a culinary experience with colourful entertainment.
Al Barakat
Adjacent to the main jetty and spectacularly perched
over water, Al Barakat features specialities from Arabia,
with an emphasis on Moroccan and Lebanese cuisine. The
Bar on the ground floor overlooks the sea with magnificent
views of the sunset and abundant marine life at the
adjacent coral reef. It is the perfect place for pre-dinner
drinks. A stairway leads to two rooftop dining terraces
with cosy niches decked with colourful cushions. Lebanese
mezze, grills, Moroccan couscous platters and stews
are served under a canopy of stars. After dessert, guests
can move down to the bar to enjoy Arabic tea, Turkish
coffee and Shisha pipes.
Blu Located
on the western tip of the island overlooking the 2km
lagoon, Blu embraces the essence of the Maldives as
the place where the ocean meets the sky. Blu consists
of a bar and a dining pavilion, separated by a shallow
pond. The restaurant offers a European buffet and a
la carte main courses for breakfast, light Antipasti,
pizza and pasta for lunch, home-made gelati at the poolside
nearby and elegant Italian dining in the evening. The
wine list includes a fine selection of Italian wines.
Five Degree North
The resort’s main bar, named after the island’s
geographical location 5 degrees north of the Equator,
is located on the first floor of the Reception building
amidst coconut treet-tops, and has commanding views
over the entire island. Featuring a counter fashioned
from a local dhoni, the nautically inspired bar also
serves Maldivian ‘Sae Bon’ afternoon tea
and has a library, pool table and selection of board
games.
Barbecue Giraavaru
Located adjacent to the seawater pool and the
beach, Barbecue Giraavaru is open for dinner, serving
fresh catch of the day as well as a wide selection of
choice meats, salads and side dishes from an open kitchen
pavilion. Teak tables and chairs are set in the sand
facing the sea.
Recreation Activities
Diving
Maldives is known internationally as one of the world’s
best dive destinations. A large number of excellent
dive sites are located within minutes of the Resort.
As the Baa Atoll is relatively undeveloped, most dive
sites are newly discovered by the Resort’s dive
team. There is a host of untouched sites to explore
in the area. The Resort operates its own PADI licensed
Dive Centre which boasts a team of experienced, multi-lingual
diving instructors who conduct courses to improve diving
knowledge and skill. International certification is
issued by arrangement with PADI. The Dive Centre is
also fully equipped with both Nitrox and Air facilities.
The Watersport
Centre offers a wide range of group and individual
activities. Non-motorized activities are complimentary
and include kayaking, snorkelling, windsurfing, single
sail and catamaran sailing. Lessons in windsurfing and
sailing can be given by RYA certified instructors on
request. Additional motorized activities such as water-skiing,
parasailing, banana-boating and fun tube are available
at a charge.
Swimming Pools
There are three swimming pools at the Resort. The spectacular
Olympic size 50 metre main pool on the northern shore
of the island has a swim-up bar, spacious sundeck and
private gazebos. A free-flow children’s pool with
parent observation area is located nearby. Adjacent
to the main pool, is the 20m wide ‘floating’
seawater pool, whilst the romantic sunset pool (available
to guests aged 15 and above) is located on the western
tip of the island at Blu restaurant overlooking the
stunning 2km lagoon.
Landaa Spa &
Ayurvedic Retreat Situated at the heart of the
island and stretching to the sea, the Landaa Spa complex
comprises 10 thatched treatment pavilions. Four of the
pavilions are built over water, three are set in a lush
garden environment and three are located in the Ayurvedic
Retreat. The Spa is a resort in itself, providing a
comprehensive approach to physical, spiritual and mental
wellbeing, with a special emphasis on Yoga and Ayurveda.
Located within the wider Spa complex, the Ayurvedic
Retreat, a first within Four Seasons, has been carefully
developed in association with experts from Kerala, India.
The aim is to educate and take guests on a journey through
the physical, nutritional and emotional wellness benefits
of ayurveda. The Resort’s Resident Ayurvedic Physician
is available to advise on healthier lifestyle options.
The Recreation
Centre comprises the following: The Health
Club – It is equipped with the latest
strength and cardiovascular equipment with personal
TV and headphones. There is also a floodlit tennis court.
Young Adults’ Club – An
entertainment lounge for young adults aged 12 to 18,
equipped with pool table, table-football, table-tennis,
magazines and parlour games
Kuda Velaa Kids’ Club - The Children’s
Club keeps the Resort’s youngest guests entertained
throughout their holiday with an action-packed programme
featuring beach and outdoor activities, creative crafts
and games that are fun, educational and culturally enriching.
Kids’ programmes include sessions with the Resort’s
Yogi and Marine Biologist to back-of-house tours and
ice-cream making with the Chef. Children’s menus
are also available in all restaurants.
The Library – Housed in a comfortable
lounge, it is located on the first floor of the Recreation
Centre and offers treetop views of the island. It features
a variety of books, magazines and parlour games as well
a refreshment counter. Laptops with wireless internet
access are available for rent.
The Resort Shop features a wide range
of fashion and beachwear, accessories, jewellery, gifts,
souvenirs, arts & crafts, books, magazines and other
merchandise.
The Dive Retail Shop is located at
the dive centre and sells dive wear and equipment as
well as accessories and dive souvenirs.
The Spa Shop is found at the Spa reception
and includes a range of lotions, oils, books, bathrobes,
slippers and incense.
The Marine Research
Centre is located on the south side of the island,
near the main jetty. Run by a team of marine biologists
and research officers, the centre undertakes a number
of environmental initiatives committed to the preservation
of the vibrant marine gardens of the Maldives. Educational
‘Fishtalk’ briefings and presentations on
a variety of marine topics are given each day in the
research centre and guests are welcome to drop in at
anytime for ad hoc discussions.
Meeting Facilities
There are four meeting rooms in this idyllic, land-and-sea
paradise for exclusive corporate retreats. Jalsaa and
Maalam are located in the Recreation Centre surrounded
by lush tropical plants and have high ceilings and large
windows that let in gentle Maldivian breezes to exude
a relaxing ambience. Haruge is located next to the coconut
corridor and is perfect for meetings and private functions.
Located inside Café Landaa with access to the
restaurant’s outdoor deck is the most intimate
meeting space, Jaafai, which is ideal for private events
or family gatherings. The room is air-conditioned with
floor-toceiling windows which overlook the Resort’s
infinity pool. All the rooms are styled in traditional
Maldivian design and are complemented by modern tropical
interiors. The function rooms are flexible in meeting
styles and can accommodate an intimate meeting for 17
to a theatre style arrangement for 170. State-of-the–art
technology coupled with experienced Four Seasons support
is on site to meet your most demanding presentation
and communication requirements.
The Resorts offers many activities to interest meeting
participants. One can indulge in a wide range of spa
and Ayurvedic treatments, yoga classes, cooking sessions,
water sports such as diving, snorkelling, kayaking and
surfing, and island hopping. While the participants
attend to corporate matters, the Resort can arrange
spouse or family programmes that involve on-site or
off-site activities.
Local Attractions
At the Resort, you enjoy a vantage point from which
to explore the sights, sounds and experiences around
you. There are a variety of islands with historical
and cultural significance that are within 30-minute
speedboat ride from Landaa Giraavaru. Take a 30-mimute
boat ride to Kendhoo Island and visit the 12th century
house of Abu Al Barakat, the scholar who converted Maldives
from Buddhism to Islam. The neighbouring island of Kudarikilu
which is a 15-minute boat ride away provides a glimpse
into Maldivian island life. Visit the island’s
village school, local shop and mosque, and discover
thunda kunaa, the traditional craft of mat weaving.
The Resort also features day trips to neighbouring and
distant islands for off-site dining or water activities
such as diving, snorkelling and sunning in the private
waters of your own desert island. |
