ATMOSPHERE KANIFUSHI, VARU BY ATMOSPHERE, OBLU NATURE HELENGELI AND OBLU SELECT SANGELI - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Jet off for an unforgettable Indian Ocean paradise adventure at Atmosphere Kanifushi, VARU by Atmosphere, OBLU NATURE Helengeli and OBLU SELECT Sangeli.

This quartet of blissful all-inclusive Maldivian escapes can create magical memories that will last a lifetime, surrounded by outstanding natural beauty and invigorating tropical sunshine.

Powdery white sands, swaying palms, turquoise waters and enchanting reefs will provide the perfect setting for a sensational Maldives holiday.

You’ll spend heavenly nights in plush accommodation, savour culinary delights in top-class dining venues, enjoy a myriad of sports and leisure activities and wallow in impeccable hospitality.

Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives is located on Kanifushi Island in the Lhaviyani Atoll, while VARU by Atmosphere is situated in Madivaru on the North West edge of the Male Atoll. OBLU NATURE Helengeli and OBLU SELECT Sangeli are both located on picture postcard islands in the North Male Atoll.

A feast of fun will begin as soon as you arrive at your resort after a short seaplane or speedboat trip from Malé International Airport.

Let’s take a closer look at each of these fabulous resorts to reveal why they are ideal for a dream holiday in a spellbinding island destination.

What you need to know about Atmosphere Kanifushi

Pure luxury, elegance and style abounds at this charming 5-star resort, with everything you need for the ultimate holiday experience in the sun.

You'll spend restful nights in an exquisite standalone beach or water villa boasting vast living space, a plush interior and a host of superb facilities which can include a private pool, outdoor wooden deck, canopied bed, well-stocked mini bar station, walk-in wardrobe, whirlpool bath and sun loungers.

There’s also the option to stay in an opulent two-bedroom Kanifushi Residence, a dream family hideaway, featuring an entertainment room, a circular king-size bed, a private beach garden, a 115 square metre freeform swimming pool, a Maldivian swing and beach toys for kids.

When it’s time to dine you’ll be wowed by the gastronomic delights in a myriad of top-class venues where Sri Lankan street food, extensive buffets, vegetarian dishes, Asian cuisine, seafood specialities and Japanese flavours are among the choices available.

The resort’s KANIFUSHI PLAN™ is an impressive exclusive all-inclusive package offering unlimited premium drinks, signature cocktails, fine dining experiences, a complimentary excursion, sunset fishing and much more.

Akiri Spa by Mandara is a peaceful sanctuary surrounded by tall palm trees and lush gardens where you can indulge yourself with a range of services including rejuvenating scrubs, wraps, manicures, pedicures and massages. The impressive facilities included a jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, spa boutique and relaxation lounge.

The resort also boasts a private beach, a superb swimming pool, a cutting-edge gym for keeping in shape, a PADI licensed dive centre and a plethora of sports and leisure amenities for tennis, football, darts, aqua aerobics and fit for diving sessions. Popular water sport pursuits include parasailing, jet skiing, fun tubes, flyboarding and wakeboarding.

A packed programme evening entertainment includes karaoke, guitar and vocal performances, DJ sessions and movie nights under the stars, while young guests are kept busy at a lively kids club where craft workshops, banana boat rides, bracelet-making and shell-painting are among the activities.

What you need to know about VARU by Atmosphere

Immerse yourself in divine 5-star luxury where contemporary architecture and tropical island bliss blend together in perfect harmony.

No expense is spared to ensure total comfort in your luxurious water suite, family beach villa, water villa or over-water suite where you’ll wake up to awe-inspiring ocean views. There’s also the option to have your own private infinity plunge pool.

All accommodation is designed and furnished to perfection, with a huge range of facilities which can include a seating area overlooking the lagoon, a capsule coffee machine, a mini-bar, wine refrigerator, a sun deck, a signature bathroom, TV, free Wi-Fi and a garden shower.

There’s plenty to tantalise your taste buds at VARU by Atmosphere, with everything from quintessential Mediterranean seafood to à la carte beach grills.

Take a culinary journey at Lime & Chili, an exquisite all-day dining beachfront restaurant where vegetarian, pasta and seafood dishes will satisfy the most discerning palate, while NU¨ is a speciality restaurant offering the best of Mediterranean, Italian and French cuisine

Kaage´ is a signature restaurant which is designed like a traditional Maldivian house and delivers a cultural potpourri of flavours, while Charcoal is a romantic dining venue where couples can marvel at the moonlight dancing on the lagoon.

The overwater ELENA spa offers a unique pampering experience, with ancient healing methods and international therapies. The spa features 6 beautifully-designed treatment rooms with glass bottom floors, a steam sauna pod, salt water infinity pool and relaxation loungers.

Other excellent sports and leisure activities at the resort include badminton, tennis, beach volleyball, aqua yoga, kids’ yoga and pilates. There’s also a fully-equipped gym featuring the latest high-tech fitness and exercise gear.

If you fancy some thrills in the sea you can paddle across the lagoon on a kayak, dive beneath the waves to explore the coral reef which is teeming with marine life, zip across the ocean on a jet ski or enjoy a white-knuckle banana boat ride.

Young guests are kept fully entertained at On The Move, a lively children’s club where a range of activities include art and craft workshops, party games, sandcastle building, themed parties and movie screenings.

Guests choosing the resort's premium VARU Plan™ can combine their stay into one seamless experience, with the chance to enjoy gourmet dining, savour tasty snacks, sample premium alcohol, try out unlimited cocktails and take part in complimentary water activities.

What you need to know about OBLU NATURE Helengeli

This little island paradise which exudes a charming bohemian vibe, really has the wow factor, with an exotic house reef, a water sports beach, a PADI certified dive school and an à la carte beach grill among the attractions.

You’ll stay in a lavish beach villa, a water villa with pool or a two bedroom beach pool suite which offers incredible sunset views and features an array of amenities which can include a mini bar, open-air bathroom, covered veranda and deck, tea and coffee-making facilities, sun loungers and flatscreen TV.

The 4-star resort operates a gourmet dine-around experience, with an all-day lagoon-facing restaurant, two speciality venues and three scenic bars to choose from. Feast on local and international fare at The Spice, tuck into flavoursome meat and fish dishes at Just Grill and relax with a creative cocktail and some nibbles at Helen's Bar.

The comprehensive OBLU Island Plan™ is a fabulous all-inclusive package where you’ll enjoy gourmet dining experiences, unlimited alcoholic drinks, cocktails and mocktails, plus some superb excursions, activities and entertainment.

The resort invites you to set you inner thrill seeker free by enjoying an array of water sports including flyboarding, kneeboarding, parasailing, water skiing and kayaking. You can also snorkel and scuba dive to explore the colourful marine life on the house reef.

Relaxation reigns supreme at ELENA spa where you can pamper yourself in a lush tropical garden setting with traditional and modern treatments, including a signature Maldivian sand massage.

There’s also a state-of-the-art gym for a holiday workout, and the chance to enjoy pilates, aerobics and yoga on the beach. Entertainment at OBLU NATURE Helengeli includes live performances, theme nights, DJ sessions and Bodu Beru music.

What you need to know about OBLU SELECT Sangeli

A sublime time is in store at the 5-star OBLU SELECT Sangeli which aptly brands itself as a blissfully romantic vibrant chic paradise.

A medley of flavours can be savoured in a range of sensational dining venues including Simply Veg, a speciality contemporary vegetarian restaurant and Just Grill, a lagoon-facing restaurant which serves delicious à la carte fresh seafood and meat grills.

An extensive international buffet can be enjoyed at The Courtyard, with an Indian Ocean Gala Dinner every Friday night featuring local delicacies and live performances. The Sangs is a poolside venue for top-notch wines, chilled beers and scrumptious light bites, while The Rock is an exclusive Sundowner cocktail bar where you can chill out on comfy bean bags.

OBLU SELECT Sangeli boasts 137 detached villas and suites – including exotic honeymoon water suites – with many of them perched on stilts above the shimmering lagoon. All accommodation features modern design, vibrant furnishings and plenty of amenities which can include a semi open-air bathroom, mini bar, private pool, a veranda and daybed, double vanity and rainshower, free Wi-Fi, robe and slippers and a safe.

The resort invites guests to embrace a high-adventure lifestyle, with diving, snorkelling and a range of thrilling water sports – including flyboarding, stand-up paddleboarding, jet skiing and kayaking – among the activities you can enjoy during your stay.

There’s also a well-equipped ocean-view gym and recreation centre for some healthy holiday exercise, while the ELENA spa is the place to harmonise your body, mind and soul with a range of signature services. Facilities include yoga, steam and treatment rooms and a sauna area.

The kids club at the resort is a wonderland for the little ones, with a playground, children’s pool, trampoline, indoor games, island walks, crab races and a huge twisting beach slide among the attractions.

The OBLU SELECT Sangeli Serenity Plan™ is a luxurious holiday package which entitles guests to gourmet fine dining experiences, unlimited orders from a selection of liquors, cocktails and mocktails, an in-villa mini bar which is replenished daily and a range of exciting activities and excursions.

Live the dream on a magical Maldives holiday at Atmosphere Kanifushi, VARU by Atmosphere, OBLU NATURE Helengeli and OBLU SELECT Sangeli. Start planning your getaway today with Destination2.co.uk.