Overview: Soneva In Aqua (Maldives)

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I just lately loved an exceptional vacation within the Maldives, the place I stayed on the archipelago’s 4 most unique ultra-luxury resorts. You’ll be able to learn my critiques right here:

Right this moment : Overview of Soneva in Aqua (Maldives)

Soneva in Aqua is the first floating villa within the Maldives. The ultra-luxurious and extremely refined yacht sails from Soneva’s flagship resort, Soneva Fushi, within the Maldives (you may learn my overview of Soneva Fushi right here). The pioneering idea elevates the visitor expertise by providing a ship villa which mixes all the advantages of the enduring resort’s companies and facilities with the liberty and exclusivity related to a personal boat constitution. I didn’t keep in a single day on the boat, so this overview just isn’t written in accordance with my ‘professionals and cons’ idea. As a substitute, I loved a sundown dolphin cruise onboard Soneva In Aqua, which swept me off my ft and left me speechless.

On this overview (extra data and images under my YouTube video):

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FACTS

The 2-cabin yacht has a most occupancy of 4 adults and two kids. As such, it gives the last word sense of exclusivity and privateness.

The boat was inbuilt 2014 in Taiwan. It measures 23 meters (75 ft) in size and 6.40 meters (21 ft) large and has a cruising velocity of 8 knots.

While supported by engine energy, the yacht depends on nature (wind) to supply nearly all of its power. The engines have been constructed to the best specification almost about gasoline saving effectivity.

The boat’s inside options Soneva’s signature, rustic, eco-chic design, with use of pure supplies resembling wealthy brown leathers, woods and natural cottons, along with bright-colored cushions.

The yacht has three spacious out of doors decks: a decrease stage solar deck which has a jacuzzi; a raised and shaded deck with bar and cozy lounge seating; and a small solar deck above the Captain’s cabin.

The principle deck is positioned under the Captain’s cabin and incorporates a eating space, plush daybeds, a library, a pc nook (WiFi on the boat is complimentary), and a big television display screen (with a view from the digicam put in within the yacht’s mast).

On the rear of the principle cabin is the ‘smaller’ one of many two bedrooms, positioned in its personal spacious cabin, with king-sized mattress, day mattress, and en-suite services.

From the principle deck, a stair leads all the way down to the yacht’s fundamental cabin, a spectacular bed room, nonetheless positioned above the water stage. This bed room incorporates a king-sized mattress, his and her sinks, a bathe, and a restroom.

One of the superb options of the boat is the Jacuzzi in the principle cabin (positioned in entrance of the king-sized mattress) which has a glass backside so you may take a shower whereas watching the fish swim beneath you. How cool is that!

The yacht is anchored in entrance of the shore of Soneva Fushi, my favourite luxurious resort within the Maldives (you may learn my overview of Soneva Fushi right here). The Captain units the vacation spot and itinerary in accordance with the visitors’ day by day wishes, permitting freedom and suppleness.

A lot of the instances, the yacht will cruise throughout the neighborhood of the distant Baa Atoll, which is a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve as a result of it helps one of many largest teams of coral reefs within the Indian Ocean. As such, Soneva In Aqua gives its visitors the liberty to discover the Maldives’ most distinctive reefs, offering unforgettable and distinctive experiences to each divers and non-divers.

An in a single day keep on Soneva In Aqua is inclusive of all meals (afternoon tea, a bespoke dinner menu paired with the very best wines, and a luxurious breakfast), a one hour therapeutic massage, guided snorkeling, and a star-gazing session.

Once you set sail on Soneva In Aqua, you’ll be in trusted palms: moreover the Captain and his crew, there may be additionally an onboard chef, an onboard therapist, and a private butler (designated Mrs or Mr Friday) who will be sure that your keep on Soneva In Aqua will likely be an unforgettable one.

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BEST TIME TO VISIT

The very best climate within the Maldives is between January and April, which additionally means excessive season (and excessive resort charges). The monsoon runs from Could to October, peaking in June. It’s value paying larger costs and sticking to the dry season as there may be nothing to do on a wet day besides drink, eat, work out or scuba dive. Particularly November and December, which are sometimes labelled as dry season months, have been very unsettled lately.

HOW TO GET THERE

Soneva Fushi is positioned a 30-minute waterplane journey from Male Worldwide Airport (MLE). Verify the Wikipedia web page of Male Worldwide Airport for a constantly up to date checklist of airways that provide flights to Male Worldwide Airport.