Welcome to the Maldives-- home to numerous natural atolls, coral reefs, secluded islands, sandy beaches and the incredible Atmosphere Kanifushi.
The 5-star resort boasts of a stunning setting which includes a huge white-sand beach and a beautiful turquoise lagoon. And because it is located in the sparsely-populated Lhaviyani Atoll, Kanifushi also guarantees its guests the luxury of uninterrupted privacy.
And as if that weren't enough, the resort's exclusive premium all-inclusive plan, Platinum Plus, covers almost all your vacation expenses. In line with its tagline "Affordable & luxurious," this plan ensures guests a vacation filled with peace, bliss, fun and value.
Getting There
Getting around the Maldives is in itself a unique experience. Forget trains, buses or cabs because, in the Maldives, you always travel in style. The only way to get to Atmosphere Kanifushi is a 30-minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport in Malé.
Lucky for you, Kanifushi's hospitality begins way before that. Thanks to the complimentary lounge access at the Velana International airport, guests at Kanifushi are always off to a great start.
The complimentary seaplane transfer takes you over turquoise waters and palm trees that dot the islands. And as they say, a vacation begun with great views is bound to be a memorable one!
Not So Humble Abodes
The villas at the Atmosphere Kanifushi, Maldives are anything but ordinary and offer heavenly views! Fortunately, there is a little piece of heaven for everyone here.
A unique thing about the 172 detached villas and suites at the Kanifushi is that they are all sunset-facing. Their designs reflect a fusion of contemporary living with a hint of Maldivian architecture. Additionally, they also all have direct access to either the beach or the blue lagoon.
So, whether its a family holiday or a romantic getaway you're on, you'll find your stay at any of these villas more than satisfying! Take a look at the different options you can choose from:
Sunset Beach Villas:
The sunset beach villas at Atmosphere Kanifushi are some of the most spacious entry-level beachfront villas in the Maldives, with an area of 100 sq.m. Featuring spacious interiors, open-air verandas and bathrooms, and private outdoor areas, it assures utmost privacy. And because these are nestled along the beaches, they are perfect for honeymooners and couples.
Water Villas
The 12 water villas that stand directly over the lagoon lets you access the azure waters directly from your deck. These elegantly-designed villas are 105 sq.m. big and is perfect either for families or an ultra-luxurious getaway with your partner.
Sunset Water Villa With Pool
There are 28 of these and each one has a wooden deck from where you can view the stunning sunsets. With an area of 125 sq.m., the sunset water villas are massive and are perfect for families. Besides the view, you can also enjoy a dip in the pool on the deck or in the pristine lagoon anytime you want!
Sunset Junior Suites:
These beachfront villas are perfect for a romantic stay with your partner. The private outdoor areas and exclusive services that come with the sunset junior suites is enough to give you privacy and make your holiday as special as it can get.
Sunset Family Villas
Apart from the detached villas, there are also the sunset family villas. Designed keeping families in mind, these two interconnected beach villas come with a bigger combination of indoor and outdoor space.
You Wine Some, You Dine Some
Since the Atmosphere Kanifushi is an all-inclusive resort, you can enjoy all your meals and indulge in unlimited premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks with no stress at all.
Get to know the dining venues and bars at the resort that bring the joie de vivre to vacations.
The Spice
It is an all-day dining restaurant and serves a variety of quality world cuisine, buffet style. From action stations & grill to refreshing drinks, The Spice has a lot to offer than just buffet meals. On theme nights, you also get to try Mediterranean, Far-Eastern, and Maldivian food.
The Sunset
The Sunset is a fine-dining restaurant beside Kanifushi's adults-only pool that opens in the evenings. It serves the best of Asian & Mediterranean cuisine along with some exotic grilled meat.
But you will enjoy more than just the delicious 3-course and á la carte meals here. The views from the restaurant are to die for and will make your dining experience even more enchanting.
The Liquid
A pool, hammocks, beach cabanas and gorgeous sights make The Liquid one of the most favoured places to unwind and relax at Kanifulshi, Maldives. Sip on a wide selection of cocktails, premium spirits, beers, wines and beverages here.
Just Veg
The Atmosphere Kanifushi's Just Veg is the Maldives' first pure vegetarian restaurant. It serves a variety of gourmet Mediterranean, Arabic and Indian vegetarian cuisines, and has a special Jain menu on offer as well.
And you know the food here is drool-worthy because it has been featured as one of the top 10 restaurants in the Maldives.
Ceylon Bliss
If you want to enjoy some typical Sri Lankan street food amongst the sun, sand and some palm trees, Ceylon Bliss is the place to be.
Teppanyaki Grill
Find Japan in the Maldives at the Teppanyaki Grill. The restaurant offers guests an authentic teppanyaki experience with fresh meat or seafood accompanied by soup, rice and vegetable preparations.
Feel The Rush
What's a vacation without a little bit of fun and tons of excitement?
With all the activities offered at the Atmosphere Kanifushi, your Maldives getaway will be anything but boring and ordinary!
Does the world underwater fascinate you? Grab the complimentary snorkelling equipment and start exploring. With 7 different snorkelling sites on offer, you never know what you'll discover!
However, if you would rather stay above the water yet feel an adrenaline rush, the complimentary access to non-motorized water sports will take care of that. Head to the beach and enjoy all that Maldives has to offer! Go windsurfing, sailing, canoeing, or paddle boarding, but just remember to have fun. Because the only difficult thing about this trip should be having too many choices and not enough time during the day to try it all!
In addition to these, the sunset fishing experience, a complimentary excursion and access to the sport's complex adds towards making your holiday more impressive.
A Treat For The Senses
After all that excitement, allow yourself to relax and get rejuvenated. And what better for that than a soothing spa and massage session?
There's no better time to use the 50% spa discount on a couples massage! You can head over to the Akiri Spa by Mandara to indulge in a selection of treatments. And if you're holidaying with your kids, you can do the same while they keep themselves occupied at the kids club.
Winning Awards And Hearts
The Atmosphere Kanifushi provides its guests with a Maldives experience to remember. So much so that it has not only been declared best hotel/resort in the Indian & Indian category, it has also been featured in many top-10 lists. Various platforms have mentioned it on their list for the best restaurants, luxury honeymoon villas, all-inclusive resorts and the most romantic resorts in the Maldives.
It may have been 6 years since its opening, but people are still raving about it as much as they did in the beginning. Check out some of the reviews about this resort on Tripadvisor to see for yourself:
"First off, let me answer the question, would I come back to this resort? The answer is a Yes, definitely. And I do intend to come back with my family next time."
"We have recently returned from our THIRD stay on Kanifushi and are delighted to say that yet again it has been outstanding!"
"Our fourth annual trip to Kanifushi did not disappoint. With each visit, our appreciation of the island, facilities and staff deepens."
"Was truly wonderful to return to this special island for our 2nd visit"
So now that you know about all the things that make this Maldives resort such an inviting hideout, get ready to make this paradise your reality with a getaway here.
Your Guide Book
The Maldives depends largely on its tourism for its economy. Hence, every detail is in place to ensure its guests have a wonderful experience in this island country.
Here are some things to remember that will ensure your Maldives trip is even more perfect:
Best time to visit: The Maldives is sunny all year round. But the best time to visit this island country is between November to April. So, there's no time to waste because the right time is now!
What to pack: Light clothes, flip flops, sunglasses, a beach bag, an adaptor and swimwear are must-carries for your Maldives trip.
Flights: From India, there are direct flights to Malé's Velana International Airport from Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai and Kochi. After that, the complimentary return seaplane transfers will get you to and from the resort.
