Festive Celebrations at Soneva Fushi

Festive Celebrations at Soneva Fushi

Experience new seasonal delights this December at Soneva Fushi. Incredible family activities, inspired cuisine and transformative wellness awaits. Dine with award-winning visiting chefs and enjoy festive menus, relax and indulge with Soneva Soul therapies and sessions with wellness specialists or make new memories with your loved ones at The Den.

New Year’s Eve Journey to 2024

Our spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration takes you on a culinary adventure around the world. A feast for the senses, experience gastronomy inspired by ‘The Four Elements’ paired with the finest wines, spirits and Champagnes.

Your Journey Begins Here

December 18 – 24, 2023

05:30-07:30

The Observatory

Champagne Breakfast with Sunrise Stargazing

USD 195++ per person

07:00-Onwards

Tennis Court

Tennis with Millis Heimklo

USD 190++ per person

11:00-11:30

Soneva Soul

Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultation

Complimentary

12:30-13:30

Down to Earth

Pasta Making Workshop Class

USD 150++ per person

15:00-16:30

Zip Line Trail

Zip Line Experience

USD 100++ per person

17:00-18:00

Football Ground

Guest vs Hosts Football Match Hosted by Marcel Gurk & Igor Oleynik

Complimentary

19:00-Onwards

Beach

Beach Bonfire with S’mores

USD 195++ per person

18:30-20:30

The Den

Camp Night Evening Experience

Complimentary for children aged 4 years and above

05:30-07:30

The Observatory

Champagne Breakfast with Sunrise Stargazing

USD 195++ per person

Turtle Beach Champa

Detox Yoga

Complimentary

10:00-11:00

Soneva Art & Glass Studio

So Glasscycle Tour

Complimentary

10:45-12:45

Guest Relations Champa

Guided Snorkelling to Turtle Point

USD 175++ per person

Guest Relations Champa

Children’s Guided Snorkelling Trip

USD 125++ per child

14:00-15:30

Mihiree Mithaa

Pizza Cooking Class

USD 150++ per person

14:30-15:30

The Den

Fun Fish Facts with our In-house Marine Biologist

Complimentary

16:00-17:00

Turtle Beach Champa

Body Awareness Meditation

Complimentary

17:00-18:00

Football Ground

Freestyle Football Camp by Marcel Gurk

USD 100++ per person

17:30-Onwards

Sandbank

So Social Management Cocktail Party with Special Tree Lighting Ceremony

Complimentary

18:30-Onwards

Mihiree Mithaa

Asian Market Action Buffet

Price as per meal plan

07:00-Onwards

Tennis Court

Tennis with Millis Heimklo

USD 190++ per person

9:00-Onwards

AquaTerra

Soneva Academy: Adventure of the Corbin by Boat

USD 1,500++ per teenager

11:00-11:30

Soneva Soul

Intergrative Medicine Consultation

Complimentary

11:00-12:00

Flying Sauces

Climbing Wall for Teenagers

USD 100++ per child

14:30-16:30

Guest Relations Champa

Guided Snorkelling with Marine Biologist to Turtle Point

USD 175++ per person

17:00-18:00

Football Ground

Freestyle Football Camp by Igor Oleynik

USD 100++ per person

17:30-Onwards

Flying Sauces

Flying Sauces x Restaurant Tim Raue Dinner with Zip Line Experience

USD 350++ per person

19:00-Onwards

Out of the Blue

Once Upon a Table Dinner with Chef Ricky Saward

USD 350++ per person

07:30-Onwards

Tennis Court

Tennis with Paul Haarhuis

USD 190++ per person

08:00-Onwards

Guest Relations Champa

Bespoke Private Charters by So Sleek

USD 900++

11:00-11:30

Soneva Soul

The Benefits of Acupuncture with Dr Michelle

Complimentary

11:00-12:30

Eco Centro

Eco Centro Tour with Waste to Wealth Team

Complimentary

12:30-14:30

Shades of Green

Three-course Plant-based Lunch

USD 150++ per person

14:30-16:00

Guest Relations Champa

Guided Snorkelling with Marine Biologist to Turtle Point

USD 175++ per person

17:00-18:00

Football Ground

Freestyle Football Camp by Igor Oleynik

USD 100++ per person

19:00 onwards

Once Upon a Table

Once Upon a Table Dinner with Chef Jacob Holmstrom

USD 350++ per person

20:00-21:00

The Observatory

Private Stargazing with Dr Ryuki Hyodo

USD 250++ per person

07:30-Onwards

Tennis Court

Tennis with Paul Haarhuis

USD 190++ per person

08:30-09:30

Water Sports Champa

Freediving Techniques & Breathing Exercises with Marine Biologist

USD 125++ per person

10:00-Onwards

Soneva Art & Glass Studio

So Glasscycle Tour

Complimentary

12:00-13:30

Out of the Blue

Maldivian Cooking Class

USD 150++ per person

12:30-14:30

Out of the Blue

Lunch at So Hands On by Akira

USD 250++ per person

16:00-18:00

Out of the Blue

Cheese & Wine Pairing

USD 320++ per person

17:00-18:00

Football Ground

Freestyle Football Camp by Igor Oleynik

USD 100++ per person

19:00 onwards

Once Upon a Table

Once Upon a Table Dinner with Chef Jacob Holmstrom

USD 350++ per person

17:00-18:00

Out of the Sea

Backgammon with Aki at Out of the Sea

Complimentary

08:00-09:00

Football Ground

Freestyle Football Camp by Igor Oleynik

USD 100++ per person

10:00-11:00

Water Sports Champa

Introduction to Laser Sailing

Complimentary

14:30-16:30

Guest Relations Champaa

Guided Snorkelling to Turtle Point

USD 175++ per person

18:00-19:30

Guest Relations Champa

Sunset Dolphin Cruise Private Charters by So Sleek

USD 1,350++

18:30 onwards

Pizza Hut

Pizza with Stefano

As per meal plan

20:00-22:00

The Observatory

Night Sky in the Maldives with Dr Ryuki Hyodo

USD 150++ per person

07:30-Onwards

Tennis Court

Tennis with Paul Haarhuis

USD 190++ per person

08:00-Onwards

Guest Relations Champa

Private Whale Shark Watching by So Sleek

USD 7,200++

11:00-11:30

Soneva Soul

Skin Imaging Consultation

Complimentary

18:00-20:30

Sandbank

Christmas Sunset Drinks with Santa

Complimentary

18:30-Onwards

Mihiree Mithaa

Christmas Eve Gala Dinner

Price as per meal plan

December 25 – 31, 2023

05:30-07:30

The Observatory

Champagne Breakfast with Sunrise Stargazing

USD 195++ per person

7:30-onwards

Tennis Court

Tennis with Paul Haarhuis

USD 190++ per person

10:00-Onwards

Mihiree Mithaa

Santa’s Arrival

Complimentary

10:00-onwards

Guest Relations Champa

Private Goidhoo Charters by So Sleek

USD 1,350++

11:00-11:30

Soneva Soul

30-minute Intergrative Medicine Consultation

Complimentary

12:00-13:30

Down to Earth

Pasta Making Workshop Class

USD 150++ per person

12:30-14:30

Out of the Blue

Lunch at So Hands On by Akira

USD 250++ per person

17:30-onwards

Flying Sauces

Flying Sauces x Restaurant Tim Raue Dinner with Zip Line Experience

USD 350++ per person

18:30-Onwards

Out of the Blue

Dinner at So Hands On by Akira

USD 350++ per person

19:00 onwards

Once Upon a Table

Once Upon a Table Dinner with Chef Jacob Holmstrom

USD 350++ per person

17:00-18:00

The Observatory

Night Sky in the Maldives with Dr Ryuki Hyodo

USD 150++ per person

05:30-07:30

Sandbank

Sunrise Breakfast at Sandbank

USD 290++ per couple

08:00-Onwards

Guest Relations Champa

Bespoke Private Charters by So Sleek

USD 900++

10:30-11:30

The Den

Jungle Fashion Show

Complimentary

10:45-12:45

Guest Relations Champa

Guided Snorkelling to Turtle Point

USD 175++ per person

11:00-11:45

AquaTerra

AquaTerra Tour

Complimentary

7:30-9:00

Guest Relations Champa

Private Sunrise Sustainable Fishing Charters by So Sleek

USD 1,500++

08:00-09:00

Turtle Beach Champa

Detox Yoga

Complimentary

10:45-12:45

Guest Relations Champa

Guided Snorkelling to Turtle Point

USD 175++ per person

11:30-12:30

The Den

Festive Fiesta Juggling Artist

Complimentary

12:30-14:30

Out of the Blue

Lunch at So Hands On by Akira

USD 250++ per person

14:30-15:30

The Den

Fun Fish Facts with our In-house Marine Biologist

Complimentary

19:00-Onwards

Beach

Beach Bonfire with S’mores

USD 195++ per person

21:30-08:00

The Den

Festive Full Moon Fiesta Sleep Over

Complimentary for children aged 9 to 13 years, prior registration required

5:30-7:30

Sandbank

Sunrise Breakfast

USD 290++ Per couple

7:00-Onwards

Tennis Court

Tennis with Millis Heimklo

USD 190++ per person

10:00-11:00

Water Sports Champa

Introduction to Laser Sailing

Complimentary

10:45-12:45

Guest Relations Champa

Guided Snorkelling with Marine Biologist to Turtle Point

USD 175++ per person

11:00-17:00

Guest Relations Champa

Robinson Crusoe Castaway Picnic

USD 470++ per person

12:30-14:30

Shades of Green

Three-course Plant-based Lunch

USD 150++ per person

19:30-20:30

The Den

Festive Fiesta Ringing in the New Year Party

Complimentary

19:00-Onwards

Out of the Blue

Once Upon a Table Dinner with Executive Chef Imi Kader

USD 350++ per person

07:30-10:30

Mihiree Mithaa

Breakfast at Mihiree Mithaa

Price as per meal plan

08:30-09:30

Water Sports Champa

Freediving Techniques Breathing Exercises with our Marine Biologist

USD 125++ per person

10:00-Onwards

Guest Relations Champa

Private Charter to Soneva Jani for Lunch by So Sleek

USD 3960++

10:30-11:30

Water Sports Champa

Splash Sailing with The Den

Complimentary

11:00-11:45

AquaTerra

AquaTerra Tour

Complimentary

12:30-14:30

Out of the Blue

Lunch at So Hands On by Akira

USD 250++ per person

17:00-Onwards

In Villa

Floating Champagne with Canapés in Your Pool

USD 250++ per person

17:30-Onwards

Flying Sauces

Flying Sauces x Restaurant Tim Raue Dinner with Zip Line Experience

USD 350++ per person

21:00-Onwards

Out of the Blue

DJ Night

Complimentary

05:30-07:30

Sandbank

Sunrise Breakfast

USD 290++ per couple

08:00-11:00

In Villa

Caviar Champagne Breakfast

USD 320++ per person

17:00-18:00

The Den

Young Sonevians vs Maalhos School Children Football Match

Complimentary

18:00-19:00

Water Sports Champa

Sunset Catamaran Sailing

USD 250++ per person

05:30-07:30

Sandbank

Sunrise Breakfast

USD 290++ per couple

08:00-09:00

Turtle Beach Champa

Gentle Yoga

Complimentary

10:30-11:30

The Den

New Year Sailing Splash Fun

Complimentary

18:00-19:30

Guest Relations Champa

Bespoke Last Sunset Cruise of 2023 by So Sleek

USD 2,000++

18:30-Onwards

Out of the Sea

New Year’s Eve Journey

Price as per meal plan

19:30-Onwards

Mihiree Mithaa

Festive Fiesta with The Den

Complimentary

January 1 – 7, 2024

07:30-08:30

Water Sports Champa

First Sunrise of 2024 Catamaran Sailing with a Skipper

USD 100++ per person

08:00-10:30

Mihiree Mithaa

Breakfast

Price as per meal plan

8:00-11:00

In Villa

Floating Breakfast

USD 95++ per tray

12:30-15:00

Mihiree Mithaa

New Year’s Brunch

USD 210++per person

12:30-14:30

Out of the Blue

Lunch at So Hands On by Akira

USD 250++ per person

14:30-15:30

The Den

Pool Party Mocktail Making

Complimentary

18:30-Onwards

Out of the Blue

Dinner at So Hands On by Akira

USD 350++ per person

19:00-Onwards

Beach

Beach Bonfire with S’mores

USD 195++ per person

07:00-Onwards

Tennis Court

Tennis with Millis Heimklo

USD 190++ per person

08:00-09:30

Flying Sauces

Breakfast at Flying Sauces with Zip Line Experience

USD 180++ per person

07:00-07:45

Down to Earth

Qi Qong

Complimentary

10:00-Onwards

Soneva Art & Glass

So Glasscycle Tour

Complimentary

11:00-12:30

Eco Centro

Eco Centro Tour with Waste to Wealth Team

Complimentary

11:00-17:00

Guest Relations Champa

Robinson Crusoe Castaway Picnic

USD 470++ per person

12:00-16:00

Guest Relations Champa

Bespoke Baa Atoll Cruise Sandbank Lunch by So Sleek

USD 3,500++

14:30-15:30

Guest Relations Champa

Guided Snorkelling with Marine Biologist to Turtle Point

USD 175++ per person

20:00-21:00

The Observatory

Private Stargazing

USD 250++ per session

17:30-Onwards

Sandbank

So Social Management Cocktail Party

Complimentary

05:30-07:30

The Observatory

Champagne Breakfast with Sunrise Stargazing

USD 195++ per person

08:30-09:30

Water Sports Champa

Freediving Techniques Breathing Exercises with our Marine Biologist

USD 125++ per person

11:00-11:30

Soneva Soul

Meet the Soneva Soul Integrative Wellness Doctors

Complimentary

12:30-14:30

Out of the Blue

Lunch at So Hands On by Akira

USD 250++ per person

14:30-16:30

Guest Relations Champa

Guided Snorkelling with Marine Biologist to Turtle Point

USD 125++ per person

17:30-)nwards

Flying Sauces

Flying Sauces x Restaurant Tim Raue Dinner with Zip Line Experience

USD 350++ per person

18:30-Onwards

Pizza Hut

Pizza with Stefano

As per meal plan

20:00-21:00

The Observatory

Private Stargazing

USD 250++ per person

21:15-21:45

The Bar

SLOWLIFE Talk

Complimentary

07:30-10:30

Mihiree Mithaa

Breakfast at Mihiree Mithaa

Price as per meal plan

11:00-11:30

Soneva Soul

Benefits of Ozone Therapy Dr Michelle

Complimentary

11:00-11:45

AquaTerra

AquaTerra Tour

Complimentary

14:30-15:30

The Den

Coconut Journey Origami Fish from Palm Leaves

Complimentary

15:00-16:30

Zip Line Trail

Zip Line Experience

USD 100++ per person

18:00-20:00

The Observatory

Soneva Academy: Night Sky in the Maldives (Module 1)

USD 150++ per person

18:15-Onwards

Mihiree Mithaa

Wine Journey

USD 350++ per person

18:30-Onwards

Shades of Green

Dinner at Shades of Green by Ganesh

USD 350++ per person

19:00-Onwards

Out of the Blue

Dinner at Once Upon a Table with Executive Chef Imi Kader

USD 350++ per person

07:30-10:30

Mihiree Mithaa

Breakfast

Price as per meal plan

9:00-onwards

AquaTerra

Soneva Academy: Adventure of the Corbin by Boat

USD 995++ per teenager

10:30-11:30

The Den

Soneva Storytelling

Complimentary

10:45-12:45

Guest Relations Champa

Guided Snorkelling to Turtle Point

USD 175++ per person

11:30-12:30

The Den

Mini Triathlon

Complimentary

12:30-14:30

Out of the Blue

Lunch at So Hands On by Akira

USD 250++ per person

17:00-17:45

Turtle Beach Champa

Therapeutic Yoga

Complimentary

18:00-19:30

Guest Relations Champa

Sunset Dolphin Cruise

USD 175++ per person

18:30-Onwards

Pizza Hut

Pizza with Stefano

As per meal plan

19:00-onwards

Beach

Beach Bonfire with S’mores

USD 195++ per person

19:30-20:00

The Den

Stargazing Workshop

Complimentary

21:00-onwards

Out of the Blue

DJ Night

Complimentary

05:30-07:30

The Observatory

Champagne Breakfast with Sunrise Stargazing

USD 195++ per person

07:00-Onwards

Tennis Court

Tennis with Millis Heimklo

USD 190++ per person

08:00-09:00

Turtle Beach Champa

Yin Yoga

Complimentary

11:00-11:30

Soneva Soul

Introduction to Floatation Therapy

Complimentary

11:30-12:30

Water Sports Champa

Fun Tubing

Complimentary

14:30-15:30

The Den

Dream Catchers Workshop

Complimentary

17:00-Onwards

In Villa

Floating Champagne with Canapés

USD 250++ per person

17:00-18:00

Out of the Sea

Backgammon with Aki at Out of the Sea

Complimentary

18:30-Onwards

Turtle Beach

Orthodox Christmas Eve Dinner

USD 450++ per person

18:30-onwards

Mihiree Mithaa

Around the World Action Station Buffet

Price as per meal plan

20:00-22:00

The Observatory

Soneva Academy: Night Sky in the Maldives with Sarafina Nance

USD 150++ per module

07:30-Onwards

Mihiree Mithaa

Breakfast

Price as per meal plan

7:30-9:30

Zip Line Trail

Breakfast at Flying Sauces with Zip Line Experience

USD 180++ per person

10:45-12:45

Guest Relations Champa

Guided Snorkelling to Turtle Point

USD 175++ per person

11:00-11:30

Soneva Soul

Introduction to Hyberbaric Oxygen Therapy

Complimentary

14:30-16:30

Guest Relations Champa

Guided Snorkelling with Marine Biologist to Turtle Point

USD 175++ per person

18:00-19:30

Guest Relations Champa

Sunset Dolphin Cruise

USD 175++ per person

18:30-onwards

Out of the Blue

Dinner at So Hands On by Akira

USD 350++ per person

18:30-onwards

Out of the Blue

Dinner at So Bespoke by Hiroshi

USD 350++ per person

18:30-22:30

Shades of Green

Dinner at Shades of Green by Ganesh

USD 350++ per person

19:30-21:15

The Den

Movie Night: Raya and The Last Dragon

Complimentary

20:00-22:30

So Starstruck

Gourmet Dinner Stargazing

USD 350++ per person

Soneva Stars

Meet your heroes and discover new ones this season through our visiting Soneva Stars calendar.

November 15, 2023 – January 30, 2024

Hortensia Corredoira

During her 15-year career, Hortensia has collaborated with the UN, Olympics Sports Federations and several private clinics. She has a Master’s in Osteopathy and degrees in Sports Education and Physiotherapy. Originally focused on a traditional osteopathic approach to treating sports injuries, Hortensia’s methodology evolved to reflect evidence that stress, emotions and unchanneled trauma have a direct impact on the body. She works closely with you to get to the root of your concerns, using a unique, multi-pronged approach that combines traditional osteopathy with her deep knowledge of the body’s biodynamic, skeletal, muscular and craniosacral systems.

Learn more about Hortensia Corredoira

November 22, 2023 – December 1, 2023

Daniil Medvedev

The 27-year-old from Moscow first picked up a tennis racket at the age of six and launched his professional career in 2015. Daniil is currently ranked world number three and is leading the new generation of players taking over the ATP tour. During his breakout year in 2019, he won two consecutive Masters 1000 and reached the final of the US Open in New York, losing to Rafael Nadal after an unforgettable four hours and 50 minutes of playing time. In 2020, Daniil won the prestigious ATP Finals beating the then third-best-ranked player in the world. The same year he also won the Masters 1000 in Paris. In September 2021, he defeated Novak Djokovic to win the US Open in a startling display of power and creativity. Recently, he reached the finals in five consecutive major tournaments – Rotterdam, Doha, Dubai, Indian Wells and Miami – marking the first occurrence in the last 42 years of the sport’s history. In May 2023, he also won the Masters 1000 in Rome, one of the world’s most prestigious clay court events. Fluent in Russian, English and French, he trains with renowned French coach Gilles Cervara in Monaco, where he currently lives.

Learn more about Daniil Medvedev

November 22, 2023 – December 2, 2023

Sir Robin Knox-Johnston

Sir Robin Knox-Johnston first joined the British Merchant Navy in 1957, passing his Master’s Certificate in 1965. Whilst based in India, he built his 32-foot Ketch “Suhaili” and sailed her back to London via the Cape of Good Hope. In 1968, he participated in the Sunday Times Golden Globe race, a challenge to be the first person to sail alone, non-stop around the world. Of the nine starters, he was the only finisher after 312 days alone at sea. He subsequently achieved Line Honours in the 1971 Cape Town to Rio Race, won the two-handed round Britain Race in 1970 and 1974, crewed in the British Admiral’s Cup Team in 1973 and 1975, won the RORC Class One points Championship in 1976, Line honours in the second and 4th Legs of the Whitbread Around the World Race in 1977/8, the Class 2 Multihull championship in 1985 and in 1994, with Peter Blake, won the Jules Verne Trophy for the fastest non-stop circumnavigation of the world in just under 75 days. In 1996 he established the Clipper Around the World Yacht Race for amateur sailors, which has given more than 6,000 people the chance to race in the oceans of the World. The 14th in the series started on the 3rd of September 2023. He took time out in 2006/7 to participate in the solo Velux around the world race, coming 4th. Four times British Yachtsman of the Year, in 1995 he was the International Sailor of the Year. Apart from training the 6,750 crews for the Clipper Race, he was President of the Sail Training Association from 1993 to 2002 and served on the Council, and as a Trustee of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution for 37 years. He continues to sail, visiting the Caribbean during 2002/3 and recently made a voyage to the Arctic Circle in Greenland.

Learn more about Sir Robin Knox-Johnston

December 10, 2023 – December 26, 2023

Marcel Gurk

Hailed as one of the best football freestylers in the world, Marcel Gurk is the current German champion, holds ten Guinness World Records and is the author of the world’s first book on football freestyling. He made it to the semifinal of Germany’s Got Talent, Das Supertalent, and travels around the world sharing his unique skills. Having studied sport and media management in Dusseldorf, Marcel also specialises in working with children and has designed his own unique concept to help take his students’ skills to the next level. While in the Maldives, he will be hosting football freestyling workshops for Young Sonevians at Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani.

Learn more about Marcel Gurk

December 15, 2023 – December 26, 2023

Ricky Saward

Ricky Saward is a German chef, entrepreneur and cookbook author. He is the head chef and co-owner at Frankfurt’s Seven Swans restaurant, which was named the world’s first Michelin-starred vegan restaurant in 2020. Ricky’s recognition stems from his unique, sustainable philosophy of vegetarian cuisine with regional, seasonal sourcing of ingredients based on the concepts of “farm to table” and “root to leaf”. After joining Seven Swans in 2018, the restaurant was awarded one Michelin star for its vegetarian cuisine, making Ricky one of just five Michelin-starred vegetarian chefs in the world. In mid-2019, Ricky switched his focus to plant-based cuisine utilising only home-grown or regionally sourced ingredients. The same year, his sustainable philosophy was awarded the world’s first Michelin Guide Sustainability Award. In 2020, he was again awarded one Michelin star, in addition to a green star, and became the world’s first Michelin-starred vegan chef. Today, he remains Germany’s only Michelin-starred chef producing purely plant-based cuisine.

Learn more about Ricky Saward

December 15, 2023 – December 26, 2023

Igor Oleynik

Igor Oleynik is ranked among the top 16 football freestylers in the world and is a four-time Russian national champion. He started playing football when he was six years old and switched to freestyling at 16. He went on to successfully participate in numerous international tournaments, including the prestigious Red Bull Street Style events. During his professional career, he has been a brand ambassador for Nike and Adidas and collaborated with Volkswagen and FC Lokomotiv. In 2018-2019 he played for Amkal, one of the most popular media football teams in Russia and also one of the biggest YouTube projects. In addition, he is the founder of iFreestyle, the largest freestyle and street football school in the world which united around 250 children. A talented coach, Igor never stops learning and polishing his skills. Passionate about inspiring others, he never sets limits for himself, constantly inventing new tricks.

Learn more about Igor Oleynik

December 15, 2023 – December 26, 2023

Dr Ryuki Hyodo

Dr Ryuki Hyodo is a planetary scientist at Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) as an International Top Young Fellow and spends several months per year working at Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris (IPGP). He specialises in planetary formation theory and planetary exploration, actively contributing to the development of next-generation planetary missions within JAXA. Previously having participated in planetary missions of the European Space Agency (ESA), NASA, and JAXA, with the contribution of optimising mission design for the most significant scientific insights and discoveries. His research interests are focused on understanding the formation and evolution processes of various planetary systems, small celestial bodies, and rings, using computer simulations and theoretical methods. He is known for his notable work on the formation of Saturn’s rings, and his research on Phobos, one of Mars’ moons, has suggested the possibility of finding traces of past Martian life on its surface. Dr Hyodo’s research has been published in esteemed scientific journals, including Science and Nature Geoscience.

Learn more about Dr Ryuki Hyodo

December 15, 2023 – December 26, 2023

Paul Haarhuis

Hailing from Eindhoven in the Netherlands, Paul Haarhuis is a former world No. 1 doubles tennis player and reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 18. After graduating from Florida State University with an Economics degree, he began his professional tennis career in 1988. Paul went on to secure one ATP singles title and reach seven singles finals, including the Masters 1000 in Indian Wells. In doubles, Paul claimed six Grand Slam titles, won the World Doubles Championships twice, and, with Jacco Eltingh, became the first team to conquer all Grand Slams. He also amassed 54 ATP Tour Doubles titles. From 2014 to 2021, Paul captained the Dutch Billie Jean King Cup team, reaching the semifinals in 2016. Since 2017, he has served as the Davis Cup Captain for the Netherlands.

Learn more about Paul Haarhuis

January 4, 2024 – January 18, 2024

Tim Raue

Entrepreneur and top chef Tim Raue is one of Germany’s best-known chefs. And with good reason, because the Berliner, born in 1974, has redefined German top gastronomy and made a name for himself internationally as one of the few German chefs. For example, Tim Raue’s restaurant has not only been awarded two Michelin stars and 19.5 Gault&Millau points, as well as the title of Restaurant of the Year 2019 by Feinschmecker, but it has also occupied a permanent place on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list since 2016 – currently ranked 31st in 2021. In addition, Tim Raue is the only German chef to date to whom the world-renowned series Chef’s Table on Netflix has dedicated its own episode, and you can also watch him on MagentaTV in his own series HERR RAUE REIST! SO SCHMECKT DIE WELT on his gastronomic discovery tour around the globe. Tim Raue has also established a firm place for himself on German television: He regularly appears in front of the camera on the hit VOX show Kitchen Impossible and is a jury member on the SAT1 programme The Taste. In the past 15 years, Raue has also published four books – including the autobiography “Ich weiß, was Hunger ist“ and the cookbook “My Way“. In addition to his work as a star chef, Tim Raue is also active as an entrepreneur. For this activity, he was named „Restaurateur of the Year 2014“ by the renowned gourmet guide Gault&Millau. Raue himself says: “With the TIM RAUE restaurant, I have fulfilled a lifelong dream – but my other projects mean culinary freedom for me and the opportunity to fully live out my many ideas with the help of my chefs.“ He already operated restaurants in Dubai and a Michelin starred Pop-up in Switzerland. In his role as culinary consultant, he, therefore, oversees now the Brasserie Colette Tim Raue in Munich, Constance and Berlin as well as Villa Kellermann in Potsdam. In 2016, he also created the Asian restaurant concept HANAMI by Tim Raue on TUI Mein Schiff 5, which has since opened on three other ships in the fleet.

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January 5, 2024 – January 10, 2024

Sarafina Nance

Sarafina El-Badry Nance [2 BSc (Hons), MSc, Ph.D (candidate)] is an astrophysicist, analog astronaut, author, and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model. She has conducted research at Harvard’s Center for Astrophysics and is now at UC Berkeley and Lawrence Berkeley National Lab completing her doctoral thesis on supernovae and cosmology. She has been awarded fellowships by the National Science Foundation, been named one of Forbes’ 30 Inspirational Women and was on Forbes’ list of “30 Under 30” and the Arab America Foundation’s “40 Under 40.” Her critically acclaimed memoir, Starstruck: A Memoir of Astrophysics and Finding Light in the Dark, was featured by The TODAY Show, NPR, and has been selected by Apple Books, Book Riot, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and more as a Summer 2023 Must-Read. She lives in Berkeley, CA with her partner, Taylor, and their dog, Comet.

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Dining Discoveries

Explore dining destinations and culinary experiences at Soneva Fushi and beyond.

Flying Sauces

Out of the Blue

Fresh in the Garden

Out of the Sea

Shades of Green

Down to Earth by Ravi

Exceptional Experiences

Enjoy unforgettable moments with your family and loved ones this festive season at Soneva Fushi.

Soneva Academy

We are delighted to introduce you to the Soneva Academy, which offers educational courses to children and teenagers (aged 12 and up) at Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani. All our courses consist of four modules (3 sessions and one exam). The certification level takes young Sonevians from junior to expert, adding a new dimension to their schooling.

Sunset Dolphin Cruise

Get ready for one of the most fascinating experiences of your holiday; watching dozens of playful dolphins in the light of the setting sun. While you cruise into deeper waters, you will be served a selection of canapés and a flute of Champagne.

Wildlife Explorer

Specially designed for Young Sonevians and their families, this immersive experience lets them get up close to the wildlife that calls Kunfunadhoo island their home. Learn about the flora and fauna that inhabit the island, their names in Dhivehi, stories about them and learn how to spot animal tracks.

Private Sandbank Dinner

Treat yourself to a memorable dinner on our private sandbank set in the middle of the Indian Ocean. After meeting with you, our executive chef will design a bespoke menu to suit your palate and your Hosts will set up a beautiful table at the water’s edge.

Cinema Paradiso

Kick your feet up and lie back on the cushioned lounger with your family as you catch your favourite classics at Cinema Paradiso, our outdoor movie theatre. The waves lapping the shore, the gentle rustle of the trees and the glimmering night sky will only add to the experience. An additional option of a barbecue dinner served during the movie is available at an extra charge.

SLOW LIFE Journey

Delve into our philosophy that places sustainability at its core when you tour Soneva Fushi’s Eco Centro and organic gardens at Fresh in the Garden. See the many ways that we use island-grown coconuts for food and materials, while also gaining an in-depth understanding of the principles of permaculture before picking greens and herbs for your lunch which will be prepared to your liking.

Soneva Art & Glass

In the Maldives’ first hot glass studio at Soneva Fushi, we create beauty from what others consider waste. From bespoke glassware for our villas and restaurants to striking works of art, all of the exquisite pieces are recycled from used glass bottles from Soneva Fushi and our other nearby resorts. Selected works from acclaimed artists, including Lino Tagliapietra, Tobias Mohl and Martin Janecky, among others, are also available to purchase at the So Glassycle studio.

Unwind at Soneva Soul

Welcome to Soneva Soul, where ancient healing wisdom unites with the latest in innovation.

Transformative Spa Treatments

Health Consultations with Dr Vidya

Fitness on the Sandbank

Skin Reveal Consultations

Detox Yoga

December at The Den

From sustainable arts & crafts, storytelling workshops and island-wide treasure hunts to camp nights under the stars, surfing lessons, guided snorkelling and yoga and meditation – there’s so much to pique your children’s imaginations this December at The Den.

Discover The Den