JOALI BEING

Fine Hotels + ResortsHotelsMaldivesIndian OceanAsia

2 Apr

Bodufushi Island, Raa Atoll, Maldives

Embark on a transcendent journey at the first wellbeing island of its kind in the Maldives

At JOALI BEING, the first wellbeing island of its kind in the Maldives, a journey of transcendence awaits. This exclusive sanctuary invites guests to experience “weightlessness” – a sense of freedom, joy and lightness.

Built according to biophilic design principles, the island offers 68 beautiful spaces with private pools and special inclusions. The wellbeing offerings are woven around the Four Pillars of JOALI BEING: Mind, Skin, Microbiome and Energy. Transformative spaces unfold across the island, offering endless inspiration. KAASHI, the hydrotherapy hall, offers an array of water therapies in complete privacy – from the relaxation of Watsu to the exhilaration of the Aufguss Sauna. Rebalancing and renewal also come in the form of restorative teas, tonics and balms, crafted by the resident Herbologist at AKTAR.

The culinary arts at JOALI BEING focuses on an earth-to-table initiative, promising ingredient traceability and offering fresh, locally harvested foods that support small farms and are sustainably sourced. FLOW is our open-plan interactive dining space, featuring three signature kitchens: Su serves ocean-to-table pescatarian cuisine, Plantae offers nourishing vegetarian and vegan fare, and B’Well features JOALI BEING signature menu with meat and poultry options. MOJO is the island’s tropical beach sanctuary, located on a three-layered sundeck and offering an ideal spot for lunch and sundowners by the pool, whilst in the evening we serve Japanese fare designed by menu from Michelin-star chef Yamamoto Hidemasi. It is also home to SAI tea lounge. Here, guests can explore an incredible range of brews, and join tea ceremonies and learning sessions hosted by the resident tea sommelier. Take a seat by the waves for an unforgettable feast at Ocean Sala Dining. Savour perfectly grilled premium cuts of meat and seafood, including specialties like Wagyu beef, Japanese scallops, and lobster and tuna from Maldivian waters. Ideal for up to six sojourners, Teppanyaki, private dining experience invites loved ones to celebrate the Joy of Weightlessness – a feeling of freedom, lightness and wonder. Astonishing views of the Gate of Zero set the stage for artistry at the grill, from the dextrous flip of a shrimp tail to the soaring arc of an egg in flight. Bespoke dining arrangements can be enjoyed wherever guests desire, from a private sandbank to an inviting Turtle Treehouse.

Playtime at B’Kidult brings different generations together through purposeful, meaningful and enjoyable activities. Offerings at B’Kidult include sensory playgrounds, mud kitchens, contemporary rooms, and a well-equipped professional kitchen for little chefs. Guests of all ages can also participate in a range of wellbeing workshops and learning sessions, from making natural self-care products with resident herbalists to exploring the power of sound healing guided by experienced sound practitioners.

Each day at JOALI BEING is filled with moments of discovery, mindfulness and invigoration.

Stand-out Experience:

Wellbeing 2.0

Enjoy a watsu session, a deeply relaxing hydro-bodywork treatment that combines massage, joint mobilisation, shiatsu, stretching and dance. The gentle feeling of floating, along with the nurturing support provided by your therapist, allows for healing on multiple levels.

Watsu at JOALI BEING could be described as a a journey. In this one-on-one session, an expert practitioner performs a gentle treatment of stretching, acupressure and massage in chest-deep warm water. As you float into blissful healing, witness a cosmic show of constellations and galaxies above you.