Six Senses Kanuhura

The nature aspect of the island is amazing to say the least as Six Senses Kanuhura has very long and wide beaches with white, powdery sand. The clarity of the sea and the colours at sunset are incredible. The decor of the resort is chic with a ‘barefoot luxury’ feel - as a nature island, the vegetation is lush. Your host/GEM puts your shoes away in a bag as soon as you’re out of the seaplane and that sets the tone to start the holiday, and you’d be biking around the resort barefoot for the rest of the days there. The resort offers a good selection of complimentary activities including snorkelling with marine biologists which we spotted sea turtles and a large variety of marine species (lots of corals but they’re not as colourful as some other snorkelling spots in the South Pacific); most water sport equipments such as kayaks and catamaran are free of charge as well. Worth noting they have a well equipped, air conditioned indoor games room including pool tables, table tennis, foosball, and board games. We’re a family of three with a 7 year old child. We stayed in both the Overwater Pool Villa and the Beachfront Pool Villa over 6 days. Both are well appointed with good storage; both accommodated a pullout single bed for our child. The Overwater Pool Villa is larger than the Beachfront Pool Villa; the Beachfront Pool Villa does not have an indoor bathroom component i.e. it can be hot and have mosquitos. Overall, both have their pros and cons but each is attractive in a different way. The food is great. The half board package includes breakfast and dinner but excludes any drinks (for reference, a bottle of drinking water is US$7 and non-alcoholic drinks are around US$15++). Breakfast à la carte menu feels a bit light although the staff was accommodating with all special requests such as the specific ways we’d like the eggs cooked, providing fruits that’s are not on display in the buffet section, and making oat matcha in a takeaway cup etc. Dinner is generally 3 course across the Spanish, Italian, Japanese, South East Asian restaurant menus - the food is not quite Michelin level but delicious, well presented with good portion size. The Point is a bar with the circular swimming pool that you’d see on the photo - it’s the best spot to see sunset. Lunch at Drift is a must - Drift is on a separate private island accessed by boat, the island has lots and lots of hermit crabs and chicken, it’s basic but cute; we caught some fish the night before at Sunset Fishing and the chef cooked the fish for us to dine at Drift and that was a special experience. Free ice cream at Scoop from 12pm-10pm is a real bonus, All staff, from management, GEM, kitchen & wait staff, to housekeepers & gardeners are attentive and friendly. Only a couple of minor letdowns: 1) the resort can improve on insect controls (mosquitoes, flies, wasps, ants) but I guess this the flip side of having lots of vegetations; 2) I know it’s the same across all Six Senses, but the bathroom

Our 5-night honeymoon at Six Senses Kanuhura was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived until the day we left, we were treated with a level of warmth and hospitality that exceeded every expectation. The entire experience was beyond our wildest imagination, and it’s safe to say we’ve been completely spoiled for life. What impressed us most from day one was the resort’s remarkable attention to detail. Every member of the team seemed to know our names, knew we were celebrating our honeymoon, and went out of their way every single day to make us feel special. It felt incredibly personal, and that level of genuine hospitality is what truly sets Six Senses Kanuhura apart. Throughout our stay, we were continually surprised by thoughtful gestures that made our honeymoon even more memorable. We were welcomed with champagne and honeymoon treats, received beautiful souvenirs to remember our stay, and were delighted by special honeymoon cakes and desserts prepared for us. Even the smallest details, such as relaxing face masks, carefully selected teas, and other personalized touches left in our villa, made us feel genuinely cared for. These weren’t just luxurious amenities, they were heartfelt gestures that made us feel celebrated every single day. A very special thank you goes to our Guest Experience Manager, Sameeh, who made our honeymoon unforgettable. He took care of every detail throughout our stay, curating and booking the best dining experiences and activities while always checking in to ensure everything was perfect. Thanks to him, everything was seamless, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy every moment of our honeymoon. During our stay, we spent two nights in the Beach Villa with Pool followed by three nights in the Overwater Villa. Both villas were absolutely stunning, beautifully designed, incredibly spacious, and equipped with everything we could have needed. Having direct access to the beach and lagoon from our villas made every sunrise and sunset feel magical. Our only minor criticism was that the water pressure in the overwater villa’s bathroom was a little weak, but this was a very small issue in what was otherwise a flawless stay. We opted for the half-board package, which included daily breakfast at The Market and dinner at each of the four restaurants on the main island. We thoroughly enjoyed the variety of cuisines and dining experiences available. Our favorite evenings were spent at The Market, dining on the beach with live music playing in the background. The combination of exceptional food, the ocean breeze, and the relaxed atmosphere made those dinners truly unforgettable. The activities and experiences were equally memorable. We joined the complimentary house reef snorkeling excursion three times and were amazed by the vibrant marine life each time. We saw countless colorful fish and were fortunate enough to spot nurse sharks, making every trip into the water exciting and unforgettable. During the sunset f

Six Senses Kanuhura was the most memorable vacation of our lives. From the moment we arrived, we felt very welcome by the warm and kind staff. We had the blessing of having Sameeh as our GEM and he truly was a gem :) He went above and beyond to make our stay special and the meticulous attention to detail was very impressive. Although the island is small, you will never run out of things to do. They have various planned activities daily and each one was truly enjoyable in their own way. The spa was lovely and we enjoyed the unlimited free ice cream from scoops. Every single staff member we interacted with always greeted us with a smile, and we truly felt taken care of every single day. Maldives is absolutely beautiful and Six Senses Kanuhura has done a phenomenal job at maintaining its beauty and respecting the nature. We can’t wait to come back!

We have just returned from five unforgettable nights at Six Senses Kanuhura and I can honestly say that this resort exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, there was an incredible attention to detail and a genuine desire from every member of the team to make our stay as enjoyable, relaxing and memorable as possible. One of the things that makes Six Senses so special is the GEM (Guest Experience Maker) concept. From arrival, you are assigned a GEM who is there throughout your stay to make sure everything runs seamlessly. Our GEM was Zaha, and she was absolutely exceptional. She was warm, incredibly knowledgeable, super responsive and somehow always one step ahead. With Zaha, nothing ever felt like a “no”. Whatever we asked, she would somehow find a way to make it happen. She genuinely went above and beyond throughout our stay, and her attention to detail made such a difference to our experience. She is a true asset to Six Senses. The Barefoot Island Experience was something else entirely. It was genuinely one of a kind and one of the highlights of our trip. The team had thought of absolutely everything — every little detail, every comfort and every experience was carefully considered. It was the perfect example of what makes Six Senses different. Sustainability is also clearly at the heart of the resort. It never felt like something simply mentioned in the background; it is woven into the way the resort operates and the experiences they create, while still maintaining an incredible level of luxury. We also had the opportunity to experience the Six Senses Spa, and it was every bit as exceptional as we had hoped. Six Senses is renowned worldwide for its wellness offering, and Kanuhura certainly lived up to that reputation. The entire experience was nothing short of perfection — beautifully executed, incredibly relaxing and with the same attention to detail found throughout the resort. There is also an incredible range of daily activities, meaning there is always something to do if you want to be active and explore the island. From wellness and fitness to sports and activities on the water, the resort manages to strike the perfect balance between adventure and complete relaxation. But perhaps what impressed us most was the people. Every single member of staff we encountered delivered an exceptional level of service. From housekeeping and the restaurant teams, to the activity and spa teams, right through to the management team, everyone was warm, welcoming, professional and genuinely passionate about creating a great experience. You could feel that this wasn’t simply about providing a five-star service — the team genuinely cared about the guests and took pride in what they do. A huge thank you to Zaha and every member of the Six Senses Kanuhura team for making our five nights so incredibly special. We leave with some truly unforgettable memories and would love to return one day.