Experiences

Signature Experiences

Dusit Thani Maldives is exceptionally blessed to be surrounded by the natural beauty of Baa Atoll, the only place in the Maldives that's recognised as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Discover a myriad of things to do during a vacation of a lifetime at our island retreat. Take in otherworldly vistas. Savour exceptional cuisine at world-class restaurants. Embrace a sense of peace and harmony through transformative activities at Devarana Wellness, and return home with your body, mind, and spirit fully rejuvenated.

Papermaking Workshop

Experiment with recycling paper into beautiful handmade works. Join our team to investigate how we can make new paper and artistic masterpieces with “waste” and together we will share the art of papermaking and find ways to save trees and natural resources.

Back-of-house: Behind-the-scenes Tours

Explore the inner workings of our island and get a glimpse into our secrets on a guided tour of the back-of-house facilities, including an explanation of our water plant and generators.

Nature Walk

Head out on an informative guided tour of our beautiful island. Discover all the iconic sites as well as a few hidden gems. Stroll around the harbour and parks, visit architectural wonders and historic mosques, and learn about the local plants and animals.

Local Island Tour

Explore a neighbouring island and get to know the Maldivian way of life with a guided tour. You may also opt to join a local Mamma lunch with homemade meals prepared the traditional way.

The Art of Thai Massage Workshop

Thai massage has many benefits that support good health and mental well-being. Learn the secrets of this ancient healing technique in a 45-minute workshop, which will inspire you to maintain self-care techniques that pave the way for sustained healing.

Sound Healing Therapy

For emotional resilience and general well-being, a sound bath meditation is a deeply immersive, full-body experience that intentionally uses sound to invite gentle yet powerful therapeutic and restorative processes. Sound baths enhance the restorative powers of vibrational therapy as the ancient bowls resonate with the body’s cells for realignment.

Yoga Sessions

Various styles of yoga combine physical postures, breathing techniques, meditation and relaxation, all of which promote control of the mind and body while enhancing overall well-being. Join our expert yogi to explore this ancient practice and develop intentional habits and tools to use throughout your life.

Guided Meditation

Meditation can be defined as a set of techniques that are intended to encourage a heightened state of awareness and focused attention, develop a stronger sense of being in the present and work toward self-improvement. Guided meditation will help teach you simple stages and practical tools to start or deepen your meditation practice.

Personal Training

Achieve all your fitness goals with one-on-one training. Burn fat, gain muscle, improve your sport or challenge yourself with something new. We offer you various forms of training opportunities at all levels and interests to ensure you are engaged and excited to get moving. Choose from mat Pilates, running, circuit training, fat loss, body conditioning and strength training.

Mind and Body Fitness

Explore a mixture of eastern and western exercise philosophies to promote health and longevity. Various basic movements of Qigong, Pilates, Kaoshiki, and Yoga are incorporated into this class to strengthen your muscles and improve your coordination and balance.

Active Stretching

Experience a unique stretching treatment, which incorporates isolated repetitive movements to lengthen your muscles and gently release the fascia that surrounds your muscles. A beneficial way of increasing flexibility and your functional range of motion.

Diving

Venture underwater with this quick introduction to scuba diving and master the basics before diving into the beautiful house reef to see the wonders of the underwater world. Contact the experts at the Ocean Dive Centre to craft the perfect itinerary, whether you’re a beginner or advanced diver.

Motorized Equipment

Indulge your craving for thrills with a range of exhilarating water sports. Choose from a breathtaking parasailing experience, fun inflatable rides, wake boarding and kneeboarding, or hop aboard a X-jetblade, Seabob, jet ski or water skis.

Non-Motorized Sport Equipment

All you need is the breeze and the ocean waves to connect with nature and a new hobby. Choose from windsurfing, kitesurfing, catamaran sailing, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding.

Manta Sanctuary Snorkelling

Welcome to the enchanting world of Dusit Thani Maldives, where every day unfolds like a dream, and unique experiences await around every corner. Today, we invite you to embark on an extraordinary journey into the underwater realm of Hanifaru Bay, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve that serves as a haven for manta rays and whale sharks during their feeding season.

Dolphin Cruise

Take your island vacation to the next level with a sunset cruise to meet wild dolphins up close. Relax on the sun deck and keep a look out, or simply enjoy the cruise as our experienced spotters watch for pods of Spinner or Bottlenose Dolphins. With luck, these magnificent creatures will come and play alongside our boat, treating you to a truly unforgettable experience.

Marine Life Presentation

Take your seat to explore atoll formation, the creation of The Maldives, its environments, ecosystems and wonderful ocean life. The more you understand about this unique tropical paradise, the more you can appreciate its incredible bounty.

Coral Generation

Coral plays an important part in the Maldivian ecosystem. They protect islands from strong waves and currents, absorb the CO2 in the atmosphere, and feed and protect sea life. In our coral nursery, we cultivate new, healthy corals that will be rehabilitated into the reef to preserve its strength. Be part of this important conservation project by sponsoring a coral seeding or a frame.