Six Senses Kanuhura
Wrapped in orchid-filled gardens on the edge of the Indian Ocean, Six Senses Kanuhura pairs natural beauty with a genuinely broad range of things to do. Villas rise on stilts above the sparkling lagoon or sit directly on the beach, connected by pathways lined with the resort's own namesake orchid species, found nowhere else. Days can go in almost any direction here — a treatment at the spa, an afternoon of water sports, an evening on the dance floor, or a quiet wander through the gardens. The kitchen team brings serious ambition to the table, and one of the standout dining spots sits on Jehunuhura, a private islet just off the main island reached by boat. Each villa opens onto its own outdoor space with unbroken ocean views, furnished with hand-crafted wood, rattan, and other natural materials for an elegant, rustic feel that suits its island surroundings. It's a 40-minute seaplane journey from Velana International Airport into Lhaviyani Atoll, arriving at a resort built equally for relaxation, gastronomy, and a touch of island seclusion.
Room Types
1/3Beach Bungalow
Tucked into lush greenery on either the sunrise or sunset side of the island, this bungalow opens directly onto the beach and lagoon. Its bathroom extends outdoors with an open-air shower and the latest in villa comforts.
1/4Beach Villa
Set on the island's eastern side for early morning light, this spacious villa has direct access to a widening turquoise lagoon and plenty of room to settle in and unwind. An open-air shower connects the bathroom to the outdoors, alongside a full range of modern comforts.
1/8Water Villa
Strung like pearls across the lagoon on wooden stilts, these villas connect to the island by a timber walkway. A sundeck stretches into hammocks over the water, and a wooden staircase drops straight down to the lagoon for daily snorkelling. Inside, a separate living room and open-air bathtub complete the layout.
1/6Beach Pool Villa
Set within a private garden with its own plunge pool, this villa is made for watching the Maldives' famous sunsets from the comfort of home. A deck leads out through greenery toward the wide beach and ocean beyond, with an open-air shower attached to the bathroom.
1/7Water Pool Villa
Positioned at the far edge of the overwater walkway, this villa turns its sundeck into a private infinity pool and hammock space above the lagoon. Wooden stairs lead down to a coral garden just metres away, and the interior adds a library-equipped living room alongside an open-air bathtub.
1/6Retreat Beach Pool Villa
Sheltered by a privacy wall on the island's eastern side, this villa combines a plunge pool with direct beach and lagoon access. The oversized outdoor space includes double day beds and a gazebo alongside sun loungers, plus an open-air bathroom shower.
1/4Grand Beach Villa
Two bedrooms and a shared living room give this villa the space families and small groups need, set within a private garden that runs down to the beach and sunrise-facing lagoon. Separate bathrooms each open outdoors via an open-air shower.
1/8Grand Beach Pool Villa
Designed for families or travelling companions, this villa gives each of its two bedrooms a separate entrance while sharing a modern living room that opens onto a generous veranda and private sunset-facing pool. Each bathroom connects to an open-air shower.
1/6Retreat Grand Beach Pool Villa
Enclosed by a privacy wall, this villa offers two fully separate bedroom units linked by a shared garden with a plunge pool and ample lounge space — a good match for families with older children or groups of friends. Both bathrooms open outdoors via an open-air shower.
1/5Retreat Family Beach Pool Villa
A family-scaled retreat with three bedrooms — two interconnecting, one standalone — each with its own adjoining bathroom, plus a spacious living room and a walled garden with private veranda and pool.
1/5Sanctuary Pool Villa
Secluded just steps from the sea, this three-bedroom villa gives the whole family room to spread out across a large living and dining area, with a picturesque pool set into a wooden veranda complete with bar and live-cooking space. Two of its three bathrooms open outdoors.
Dining
Bottega Restaurant
Italian
Italian cooking built on high-quality, fresh ingredients — simple salads, house-made pastas, and gourmet pizzas paired well with a wine cellar of imported labels. Open for sunlit lunches and candlelit dinners.
Veli Restaurant
Pan-Asian
A beachside showcase of Asian cooking, from expertly made sushi to Chinese, Korean, Singaporean, and tandoor-cooked Indian dishes prepared in an open kitchen. Private Yakiniku-style dining and dinner under the stars are also on offer, open evenings only.
Chef’s Herb Garden
Private Dining
A private candlelit dining experience set within the resort's herb garden, built around a tailored seasonal set menu for special occasions or simply a memorable evening — reservations required.
A Mano Restaurant
International
Set on the white-sand beach with ocean views, this all-day restaurant serves live cooking stations and themed buffets ranging from familiar comforts to more exotic fare, indoors or beneath the palms.
Drift Restaurant
Grill
A barefoot lunch spot on Jehunuhura island reached by a regular boat shuttle, serving grilled dishes and signature cocktails alongside sunbeds and calm, topaz-blue water.
Deli Restaurant
Cafe
A daytime spot for light lunches, fresh-baked treats, ice cream, and picnic baskets, geared toward a relaxed, casual island lifestyle rather than a formal sit-down meal.
Cowry Club Bar
Bar
One of the most extensive cocktail menus in the Maldives, served poolside on the edge of the infinity pool, with light lunches available alongside the drinks list.
Iru Bar
Bar
A relaxed, gypset-style beachside bar with bohemian swing seats and low picnic tables, made for sipping cocktails while watching the sunset.
Activities
Watersports and Diving
From catamaran sailing to jet skiing, windsurfing, wakeboarding, and jetlev flying, the resort's tropical waters offer no shortage of adrenaline. A PADI dive centre also runs courses and guided excursions into the surrounding reefs.
Culinary
Sundowners on the beach, Maldivian cooking classes, sommelier-led wine tastings, whisky sessions by the pool, and coffee-and-chocolate pairings sit alongside romantic full-moon dinners and beach picnics.
Escapes and Excursions
Private castaway picnics on secluded islands, snorkelling trips between deserted islets, vibrant coral reef excursions, and sunset cruises make each day a little different.
Fitness and Sports
A varied fitness roster spans Maldivian warrior workouts, Piloxing, functional training, beach boot camp, morning jogs, Pilates, aqua fitness, beach Zumba, circuit training, kickboxing, and access to squash and tennis courts.
Wildlife
Speedboat safaris head out in search of dolphin pods riding the waves and manta rays gliding through open water, offering a close look at the region's marine life.
Wellbeing
A range of yoga styles — from sunrise and sunset sessions to Ashtanga, Pranayama, kids' yoga, and aqua yoga — pairs with meditation and treatments at Kokaa Spa for a full mind-body reset.
Cultural
Coconut tree climbing displays, visits to a local fishing village and turtle sanctuary, orchid garden walks, turtle hatching viewings, hermit crab racing, and beachside movie nights showcase Maldivian culture for guests of all ages.
Fishing
Traditional hand-line fishing at sunset, fly-fishing lessons from a deserted island shore, and big-game fishing trips cater to anglers of any experience level, with the day's catch preparable for a later meal.
Tennis and Squash
Floodlit, competition-standard tennis courts set within the island's natural surroundings suit players from beginners to seasoned competitors.
Sun Kids
A kids' corner at the Boduberu Lounge and a floating water park anchor a programme that includes island excursions, pirate-themed adventures, mini Olympics, and creative pottery sessions.
Spa
Kokaa Wellness Retreat and Spa takes its name from the Dhivehi word for butterfly, offering facials, massages, and body wraps using VOYA, Subtle Energies, and Terres D'Afrique products, complemented by yoga and meditation.
Transfers
40-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport
Policies
Check-in, check-out, cancellation and other resort-specific policies are confirmed directly with the resort at the time of booking.
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