Soneva Jani

Soneva Jani, located in the Medhufaru lagoon in the Noonu Atoll, comprises five islands, the largest of which is Medhufaru, which is 150 acres in size. The resort can be reached by a scenic 40 minute seaplane flight direct from Male International Airport, a 60 minute speedboat ride from Soneva Fushi, or by a leisurely halfday cruise from Soneva Fushi onboard Soneva in Aqua.

A beautiful collection of luxurious all-villa properties each complete with special features as standard.

• Mr. or Ms. Friday Butler service
• Spacious master bedroom, with adjoining kids sleeping area
• TV & sound system with extensive movie & music playlists
• Open-air bathroom with tub, shower and lagoon access
• Bicycles or tricycles for every guest
• Private swimming pool, with catamaran nets
• Overwater swing basket
• Walk-in mini-bar with espresso machine and private wine cellar selection
• Personal safe, air conditioning and fans
• Outdoor deck and seating area with sun loungers and direct access to the lagoon
• Three dining locations: on the sunken

One Bedroom Water Retreat – Spread across two floors, the One Bedroom Water Retreat comes with its own private pool surrounded by ample areas for sunbathing and taking in ocean vistas. In addition to a spacious master bedroom and a kids sleeping area, there is also a study, walk-in minibar, bathroom, dressing room, outdoor shower, and living area with sunken seats perfect for lounging. Head upstairs for more seating and a dining sala with roof deck and a curved water slide delivering you to the waters below.

Two Bedroom Water Retreat – With a pool, catamaran net, sunken seat and daybed, the Two Bedroom Water Retreat affords a wealth of tropical lounging opportunities. The first floor offers a spacious bedroom, bathroom, dressing room, outdoor shower, walk-in minibar, TV lounge and kids sleeping area. The second bedroom is located on the upper floor, along with an additional dressing room, bathroom, seating area, dining sala with roof deck and your own private water slide.

Three Bedroom Water Reserve – At the Three Bedroom Water Retreat you can choose from the tropical sun or the cooler shade with two outdoor sunken seats, one protected with a gazebo roof. The lower floor offers a master bedroom with dressing room, study room, bathroom, pool and catamaran net, outdoor shower and daybed, walk-in minibar and a sleeping area for the kids and an en-suite guest bedroom. Venture to the second floor for one more bedrooms, a bathroom, dressing room, seating area, dining sala with roof deck, water slide and breath-taking vistas out to sea.

Four Bedroom Water Reserve – This is over-water living at its finest, with a huge 1,066 square meters of luxurious living space and uninhabited views in every direction. This huge villa features three private bedrooms, in addition to a study room, a fitness room, an outdoor shower and daybed, TV lounge, walk-in minibar and a sleeping area for the kids, as well as a waterslide from the top deck into the lagoon below.

Four Bedroom Island Reserve – An expansive beachfront suite, the Four Bedroom Island Reserve affords a wealth of luxury while allowing for personal customisation depending on your requirements. Spacious indoor-outdoor living areas abound, including a steam bath, changing room, sauna, master bedroom, TV lounge, dining room, private pool, kitchen and wine cellar. The second floor is home to a further three bedrooms with bathroom and dressing room.

A divine collection of fine dining, casual beach fare, fresh seafood and worldwide wines – dining at Soneva Jani is an experience not to be missed.

The Gathering – The heart of the resort, the Gathering is a three-storey overwater structure that is home to various dining outlets, as well as the spa, library, retail area and wine cellar. It is located next to the Observatory.

So Fresh – The day begins here with an endless spread of fresh fruits, comforting classics and creative juices from our Juice Bar. The day continues with a bountiful buffet of organic garden salads and live cooking stations with our wood burning pizza oven, tandoors and grills with bespoke pizzas and freshly caught and grilled to order fish. Sunset aperitvos lead into our mouth watering evening menus. The sun sets and the Chef takes the stage in the central open kitchen So Fresh, where he creates a myriad of choices.

So Imaginative – The dedicated tasting room will host Laboratory dinners where our Chef will trick your taste buds and your mind with elaborate disguises. Sommeliers create inspired wine tastings and wine dinners, selecting the best from our cellar.

So Engaging – So Engaging is our chefs table offering a mystery menu for 5 very special guests. At Deckadence and the Starlight table, dine under the stars where you can choose from any of the menus the Chef is creating, or try the ultimate stargazing dinner at So Starstruck

So Starstruck – The Observatory deck, where a resident Astronomer will be on hand to guide diners around the celestial heavens, through the extraordinary Meade telescope, which is linked to the dining table tops. View the stars and planets like never before. Chef will inspire with an Eclipse set menu

The Gathering Bar – Drinks and tapas snacks can be enjoyed at any time at this day into evening overwater bar. Daybeds and overwater catamaran nets overlook the fish filled waters and accompany a light meal or snack. As the sun starts to set ease into an organic sunset aperitivo. Our main bar has one of the best selections of freshly made cocktails, spirits and liqueurs in the Maldives.

So Cool – Soneva is famous for its complimentary Ice Cream, Chocolate, and at Soneva Jani they are all here in So Cool, with over 50 flavours of ice creams to choose from, handmade chocolates from the in-house chocolatiers and gourmet charcuterie, cheeses and preserves to be enjoyed throughout the day and evening.  The Sushi and Sashimi cold shelf and Wine Cellar are also a part of So Cool.

The Gathering Wine Cellar – Soneva has gained a worldwide reputation for its unique, hand-picked selection and world class Sommeliers. At Soneva Jani, the wine is housed in a six-metre high glass tower, and the list contains around 50% organic and biodynamic wine. Private tastings and dinners can be arranged above the wine tower in So Imaginative, the beautiful Tasting Room

The Beach – The deserted north island is the perfect spot for sunning, swimming and snorkelling. It is located on the northern tip of our lagoon close to the overwater villas, and serves refreshments through the day, with delightful lunches with the Chef cooking only what he can catch and pick. Taste the freshest fish, grilled, barbequed or baked in the sand.

Cinema Paradiso
Our overwater, open air cinema is located in a tranquil bay to the south of the island. Chef will create a perfect menu to accompany the evenings film

Luxuriate at your own pace. There is plenty on offer at Soneva Jani – explore the amazing underwater world on your doorstep, take time out at the incredible Spa and the islands very own Observatory is an unforgettable experience.

The Observatory – Come gaze into the night sky at the twinkling jewel-like stars at our Observatory, the first overwater observatory in the Maldives. This popular experience has awed and amazed guests of all ages at Soneva Fushi and Soneva Kiri, and the observatory at Soneva Jani even better. A sophisticated telescope rises up through the floor of the observatory deck, offering enchanted views of the starry sky. The deck is surrounded by four dining tables, at which you can dine if you wish. The tables are equipped with screens linked to the view from the telescope, allowing you to dine with the stars. Listen to the in-house astronomy talk about the world above us in a short introduction at the Observatory, or learn more in a private astronomy session. For a more special night to remember, organise a private dinner at So Starstruck, the observatory dining deck, and dine with the stars.

Sunset Dolphin Cruise – Can there be a more fascinating and beautiful experience during your tropical holiday than watching dozens of playful dolphins in the light of the setting sun? Dolphins are regular visitors in the waters near Soneva Jani, and sightings are almost guaranteed. While you cruise in the deeper waters on a dhoni, (the traditional Maldivian boat) you will be served a selection of canapes and a flute of sparkling wine. This popular excursion is one of the best opportunities to take home some wonderful memories of the Maldives.

Private Sunset Dolphin Cruise – Enjoy the sunset and the dolphins on your own private cruise, with canapes and champagne.

Maghoodhoo Island by Speedboat – Visit our nearest local island within the Noonu Atoll with its harbour and banyan trees and sleepy local village life. Experience the real life of the Maldives and visit the mosques, hospital, school, cemetery and other significant sights to gain a little more insight into the local culture by watching the people at work, rest and play. Learn how they live and work, prepare their food and relax (which is a primary pastime in Maldives) on their jolies and ondolies (the woven chairs) and of course play football. The population of the island is about 400, and the famous Maldivian hospitality will soon become apparent as you will be greeted by many friendly faces.

Kudafari Island by Speedboat – Kudafari is a small traditional fishing island with only 600 inhabitants, and is an exemplary example of a community that have found the most sustainable ways of living in this paradise. Visit the area where the local ladies sit and chatter and watch them weave mats and baskets as they have done on the island for hundreds of years. The island has no cars, and they are trying to ban all motorised vehicles and use only bicycles. The streets are shaded streets with beautiful old trees. They manage their island beautifully, with a sustainable management programme for their waste and have a coral regeneration programme organised by the women of the island. There is a delightful beach side cafe that serves delicious BBQ fish.

Noonu Atoll Adventure by Speed Boat – During this journey you will have the opportunity to see two local islands and enjoy a special snorkelling trip to one of the reefs in the Noonu atoll. On the local islands, you can gain an impression of the Maldivian locals culture and every-day lives; see the mosque, school, boat-building areas, chat to some of the locals and enjoy the classic Maldivian lunch in Kudafari Island. After our homely experience of local lunch, the boat captain will take you to one of the areas most beautiful reefs for a wonderful snorkelling experience.

Astronomical Dinner Cruise – Take advantage of the dark skies over the Maldives and head out into the ocean for this unique dining experience. The in-house Astronomer will be on hand to explain some of the greatest secrets of the universe, and discover the planets and Milky Way from a Maldivian angle. Relax on the top deck of the boat, and enjoy the sun setting over the Indian Ocean while enjoying the delicious wines and dinner, waiting for the evening to darken and for the stars to brighten in the night sky.

Medhufaru Lagoon snorkeling- daily – We have over 10 kilometers of reef around the Medhufaru Lagoon, which are only accessible by boat. Join our water sports team for their daily snorkelling trip for an hours guided snorkelling on our lagoon reef.

Guided Snorkeling in the Medhufaru Lagoon with our resident Marine Biologist – The resident Marine biologist is ready to take you for a guided snorkelling trip to our Medhufaru lagoon reef for an introduction or refresher to the extensive marine life found in the Indian Ocean. We have 10 km of reef to choose from, with different parts of the reef shining at different times of the year. She will guide you through the reefs and explain each and every species of life that you could see during this adventurous trip. You may also be lucky enough to encounter our beautiful sea turtles and manta rays, which are also native to this area of the Maldives.

Noonu Atoll Guided Snorkeling – If you are interested in exploring further afield, we can escort you for a snorkelling experience to one of the Noonu Atoll reefs. The beautiful reefs of Vattaru, or the turtles of Maafaru are within 10 minutes speedboat ride from our lagoon. We will guide you through the marine world of sea life and corals. There is a real possibility of seeing our Atoll native manta rays and sea turtles and is certainly an experience not to be missed.

Private Noonu Atoll Guided Snorkeling with our resident Marine Biologist – Take advantage of your visit to Soneva Jani and the waters of the Noonu Atoll, and discover more about the incredible diversity of the marine life of the Maldives with our resident Marine biologist. She is available to escort you for snorkelling experiences outside of our Lagoon to some of the beautiful reefs around us. She will guide you through the marine world of sea life and corals as well as explain a little about the impact we are experiencing here in the Maldives with regard to Global Warming. There is a real possibility of seeing our Atoll native manta rays and sea turtles and is certainly an experience not to be missed.

Professional Soleni Dive Centre – The Soleni Dive Centres multi-lingual PADI instructors as well as the small dive group sizes ensure that you get the best service at all times. There are many dive sites with rich marine life around the resort, sure to tempt all marine enthusiasts.

SPA – The over-water Soneva Jani spa will be closer to a lifestyle centre, than a traditional, standardised spa. Inspired by the resorts name (Jani means wisdom in Sanskrit), guests will be encouraged to learn new skills and to rethink their lifestyles with a focus on wellness. Our in-house experts will be on hand to offer advice to assist guests to heal, move, and be. Sitting above and within a stunning 5 kilometre lagoon, Soneva Jani spa will be surrounded by astonishingly turquoise waters, the perfect setting to enjoy treatments and work towards a healthier, purer, and happier self! Spa treatments are complemented by the fully-equipped gym and yoga pavilion as well as sauna and steam rooms.

Library – The library is located on the top deck of The Gathering and offers an inspiring and informative selection of literature on the Maldives and its magnificent underwater world. Browse the shelves and discover a different world amongst the pages. Get a preview of the amazing species you will discover on your next snorkelling or diving experience.

The Gardens & Labyrinth – Medhufaru island, the largest island of Soneva Jani, was home to a farm for 10 years before Soneva Jani was conceptualized. The extensive gardens on the isle are still supplying the fruits, vegetables, herbs and mushrooms to the resorts kitchens, as well as to Soneva Fushi. Wander through the Labyrinth, a meditative maze created out of ficus hedge that follows an ancient circular pattern.