Splash

Overview

Famed for its verdant tropical splendour and crystal-clear waters, the Maldives brings you close to tranquil underwater nature and ultra-immersive experiences.

Away from the resort and amongst the many atolls in the Maldives, Baa Atoll is renowned as a place of outstanding pure beauty, reflected in its status as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve because of its unique biodiversity.Guests can explore the underwater marvels on the magnificent house reef or venture further to see the whale sharks and manta rays at Hanifaru Bay.

Opening Hours: 8.00am to 6.00pm

Diving Center

For an invigorating day spent out at sea, enjoy scuba diving with accredited PADI dive instructors from beginner to advanced level.

Amazing world-class dive sites await your exploration

• Guided dive trips for certified divers and non-certified divers
• Dive equipment rental program (under direct supervision)
• Speciality courses such as Nitrox diver, Digital Photography, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Night Diver, Drift Diver, Boat Diver, Naturalist Diver and few more
• Private dive trips, courses and programs in several languages
• Camera rental

Water sports and excursions

Exhilarating aqua escapades abound in the Maldives. From adventurous boat trips to catch a magnificent fish which the chef will prepare for your evening meal. Try parasailing with a breathtaking view of the stunning islands below.

When you are seeking more serene aqua activities you may choose to take a kayak and paddle around the protected lagoon or relax in the sun on the ocean with a private dhoni journey at sunset.

Alternatively, choose from a host of water sports, including snorkelling on the house reef and the unique "blue hole" within the lagoon, sunset fishing, dolphin cruise and expeditions with a marine biologist.

A host of Water Sports and Excursions include

• Snorkelling trips
• Manta Snorkeling Trips (Seasonal)
• House Reef Guided Snorkel
• Dolphin Quest
• Local Island excursions
• Sunset Cruises
• Traditional Maldivian Sunset Fishing
• Big Game Fishing
• Jet ski guided tours
• Parasailing
• Fun rides
• Water Ski session and lessons
• Wakeboarding sessions and lessons
• Stand Up Paddleboard
• Kayaking including Glass Kayak
• Sailing courses and Boat rental
• Kite surfing and Kite Courses
• Coral Adoption Program
• Marine Bio Presentations
• Private luxury boat rental to privatise all the above activities

Splash Shop

The On-site retail shop offers assorted items from top brands of the market including mask, snorkels, fins, rash guards, bikinis, shorts, t-shirts, straps, dry packs, books, reef shoes, sunglasses, cameras, dive accessories and caps.

Parrotfish Club

Overview

To complement your memorable family vacation, let your little ones enjoy our extensive kids’ club facilities with tailored activities and certified team members for children aged between 3 and 12 years.

Indoor arts, craft, play and activity areas have been designed to capture the imagination of the little ones and the outdoor exploration space features a children’s pool.

Children’s dining options and cooking classes are some of the activities available.

Hours: 8:30 am - 06:00 pm

Ages: Children under 3 years require parent or babysitter present. Ages 3 - 12 years are welcome for all activities.

Sports Fields

Overview

Make the most of year-round sunny skies and balmy evenings with two all-weather floodlit tennis courts, volleyball and badminton courts.

Hours: 06:00 am - 08:00 pm

A Smashing Time With Tipsarevic Luxury Tennis

Vakkaru Maldives is delighted to partner with Tipsarevic Luxury Tennis to elevate the tennis coaching experience for our guests. Founded by Janko Tipsarevic, former world’s #8 tennis player from Serbia, Tipsarevic Luxury Tennis will bring some of the world's best players to our Sports Fields’ cobalt-blue courts, including our Resident Coach, Luka Sučević.

Whether you are new to tennis, playing for fun or seeking some intense coaching to improve your skills while on vacation, Luka will take your game to the next level.

Coconut Club

Overview

Unforgettable family experiences and a haven of fun is in store with schedules activities as well with pool tables, table tennis tables, foosball tables, board games, tea and coffee making facilities, a quiet lounge and reading area.

Open 24 hours/day.

Fitness Center

Overview

Keep fit 24 hours a day, accompanied by stunning views at the overwater gym with open-air deck.

our fitness classes include Body Sculpt, Cardio Strength, Pilates as well as Private Training Session.

Practice the benefits of yoga, steeped in ancient Indian spiritual and ascetic disciplines with our complimentary Sun Salutation and Asthanga Yoga classes.

Opening hours: 24/7

Bespoke Guest Experiences

Overview

Complementing Vakkaru's island offerings will be a collection of curated, ultra-immersive and cherishable guest experiences. From culinary greats to wellness mentors, from scent experts to fitness guru's, from luxurious fashion collaborations to exquisite artisanal pop-ups, Vakkaru Maldives will be inspiring guests to create memories, effortlessly.

Spa

Find inner serenity with expert therapists at Merana Spa, featuring luxurious overwater single and couple treatment rooms, an ayurvedic treatment room, hair and nail salon, spa boutique and outdoor wellness area featuring a warm whirlpool, cold plunge pool, sauna and steam room.

Overview

Inspired by ancient rituals infused with quality ingredients from nature alongside modern skin and beauty advancements, Merana takes a holistic approach to treatments for rejuvenation, relaxation and overall mind, body and soul balance. 

Explore a variety of indulgent experiences created for your relaxation and wellbeing to awaken your senses, including therapeutic massages, advanced facial varieties, skincare rituals as well as beauty treatments. In partnership with Srilankan Ayurveda brand, Siddhalepa, an array of rejuvenating Ayurveda therapies at Merana Spa will provide guests with yet another way to boost body, mind and soul. Inspired by Vakkare, a new standard in luxury hospitality unmatched in the Maldives, that places the concept of care at the core of everything Vakkaru does, we wish that all our valued guests also look and feel amazing through the transformative practice of yoga and wellness activities that Merana Spa offers as they enjoy the resort’s serene setting.

Ayurveda by Siddhalepa

Whether you are here to detoxify, energise or heal your body, mind and soul, our Ayurvedic therapists offer personalised solutions that are specific to your needs, and in harmony with your constitutional dosha, to stimulate and enhance your overall well-being. Created especially for Vakkaru by Siddhalepa, an award-winning Ayurveda brand from Sri Lanka, every treatment begins with a personal consultation with our resident Ayurvedic doctor, Dr. Kalani Perera and uses all-natural products based on the 5000-year-old Indian system of alternative medicine.

Treatments

An immersive head-to-toe journey inspired by the finest natural ingredients combined with luxurious skincare products. Indulge yourself in a collection of pampering treatments with a wide range of pressures, strokes and health benefits designed to awaken your senses.

Wellness

Wellness seeker should not miss Merana Wellness Center, an exclusive establishment with a tranquil environment designed for your body and mind rejuvenation.

Wellness Center

Our Wellness Center is complimentary for spa guests and equipped with steam, sauna, warm Jacuzzi, cold plunge pool and sundeck overlooking the ocean. To maintain environment that is serene and conducive for relaxation, children under the age of 16 are not allowed to enter the area.

Yoga pavilion, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, cold plunge pool,spa changing, and relaxation areas are available within Merana.

To maintain a relaxing atmosphere, these facilities are accessible to all resort guests,with certain capacity at a times.

Wellness for Family

At Merana Spa, we empower future generations with the elements of wellbeing with our carefully customized spa and wellness programmes for young guests. Enjoying a wellness holiday as a family in a beautiful destination is a fantastic bonding experience with many great health benefits. Let your little ones enjoy the gentle strokes of a pampering massage or get the whole family members to join interactive group activities that promote wellness in togetherness.