Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru 

Fitness Facilities:
The Health Club at Landaa Giraavaru is a unique mind-and-body experience designed to provide physical challenges and mental relaxation. Maintain your regimen in a state-of-the-art fitness facility featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, full-length mirrors, surround-sound audio system and advanced cardio fitness equipment with individual flat screen televisions. The rustic Maldivian charm of the setting magically stimulates and helps you unwind, resulting in an ultimate wellness experience.

Spa:
Deep in the midst of Landaa Giraavaru, the Spa and Ayurvedic Retreat pulsates with life and wisdom, purity and health. With a strong emphasis on natural healing, the 1-hectare (2.5-acre) complex draws its strength from the surrounding landscape, the integrity of ila’s Beyond Organic products, and the intrinsic spirituality of its therapists and ayurvedic physicians. The Spa's 10 vast open-air treatment pavilions – including three dedicated to ayurveda – are nestled in their own lush tropical gardens or on stilts over the turquoise lagoon. Welcome to the healing heart of Landaa Giraavaru.

For Younger Guests:
Whether your family is young, all grown up or at any stage in between, Four Seasons Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru is a wonderful home base. We go out of our way to make our youngest guests feel welcome, and our resourceful Concierge is always close at hand – to make reservations for a family dinner, offer suggestions for tomorrow's outing or help arrange a babysitter. Children under 12 can share their parents' room at no extra charge.

Children's amenities:

Before your stay, simply provide us with the names and ages of the children in your party, so that we can be ready with:

• A welcome amenity for our youngest guests
• Child-size bathrobes
• Complimentary babies' and children's toiletries
• Children's menus in our restaurants and through In-Room Dining

Upon request, and subject to availability:

• Items to childproof your room
• Cribs and/or roll away bed(s), at no extra charge and subject to maximum occupancy

Babysitting services:
With 24 hours' notice, we can arrange reliable babysitting services for children under 12 years of age. We will do everything possible to accommodate requests with shorter notice. Please note that there is an hourly fee for this service and a maximum of two children per babysitter. 

Pool:
Whether you plan to swim morning laps, cool off with a quick afternoon dip or splash around with the kids, the Resort offers something for everyone in its four separate swimming pools. The 50-metre (164-foot) infinity pool, the only Olympic-size pool in the Maldives, cantilevers over the lagoon, while the 20-metre (66-foot) seawater pool "floats" nearby. The Blu pool is the perfect spot to share views of a romantic sunset, and the shallow, free-form children’s pool, located within the Kids' Club area, will help keep children entertained for hours. Complimentary pool service includes chilled scented towels, iced water, Evian spritzes and frozen fruit.

Marine Discover Centre:
Located on the island, the Marine Discovery Centre works to enrich the guest experience through education, research and conservation of the marine environment. It is the base for pioneering research on manta rays and whale sharks, leading to knowledge that will help preserve these near-threatened species. Marine biologists and student volunteers from around the world work on site at the 120-square-metre (1,292-square-foot) facility, which features a lab for breeding fish, as well as aquarium exhibits where guests can learn about the centre's projects through interactive educational displays. The Marine Discovery Centre is open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm daily.

Weddings:
Discover an idyllic land-and-sea paradise for your wedding. Elegant beach or water villas promise utter privacy and vistas made for romance. Share enlightenment with ayurveda or yoga, within thatched spa pavilions in lush gardens or by the shore. Or explore the jewelled Maldivian waters through the atoll’s own marine research base and PADI dive centre.
From invitations to wedding cakes, floral creations to memorable farewells, trust Four Seasons to simplify your planning and make your wedding day everything you have ever imagined.

Celebrations:
Discover an idyllic land-and-sea paradise for your celebration. Elegant beach or water villas invite you to reconnect – with inner peace and uplifting vistas. Or explore the jewelled Maldivian waters through the atoll’s own marine research base and PADI dive centre.Choose from a selection of beautiful spaces, with flexibility for any event, from a wedding reception for 100 people to more intimate dinners or parties.

Meetings and Events:
With three air-conditioned function spaces measuring 318 square metres (3,423 square feet), Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru can host indoor events for 20 to 150. All reflect the character of the Maldives, with high ceilings and large windows to let in the sea breezes and invite participants to step out into the beauty outdoors. In addition, the powder-soft beach and lush gardens provide a wealth of inspiration for events in the open air. Experienced Four Seasons support and cuisine are on site, to bring your plans successfully to life.

Landaa Giraavaru lies in the remote Baa Atoll, home to some of the Maldives' most fascinating marine life. Swim with turtles, rays and juvenile lemon sharks or learn to kitesurf in the pristine 2-kilometre (1.2-mile) lagoon. Participate in thriving manta ray, fish breeding and coral propagation projects in the Marine Discovery Centre. Or snorkel with manta rays and whale sharks during their seasonal migration at nearby Hanifaru Bay.

Fun family activities include SEA BOB rides, wake boarding, banana boating, kayaking, dolphin cruises, sunset fishing and private island excursions, as well as diving programmes for guests aged eight and over.

Marine Conservation Activities:
The waters around Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru are home to a breathtakingly beautiful and rich ecosystem. Below the ocean's surface, precious coral reefs ring the islands, where fish painted in psychedelic colours swim, sea turtles coast and dolphins play. Whale sharks and manta rays also venture here to feed on tiny plankton.

Snorkellers, divers and other adventurers hoping to catch a glimpse of these creatures will enjoy more than just a sighting with the Resort's interactive marine programme, part of the most active centre for marine research and education in the Maldives. Led by Senior Marine Biologist Guy Stevens and the marine biology team, activities in the conservation programme guide guests through the alluring underwater world around the islands. Guests will experience once-in-a-lifetime encounters with a variety of marine creatures while learning about their life and habitat, and will even be able to participate in some of the Resort's conservation projects.

Activities For Children:
The Marine Discovery Centre's dedicated children’s section allows kids to immerse themselves in fun displays and a range of activities, including helping the marine biologists transplant coral frames, visiting the Fish Lab, and learning to snorkel in the Coral Garden amongst the work of the Reefscapers. A large touch tank offers opportunities to interact with sea cucumbers, starfish and crustaceans.

The area also introduces Kaku, Landaa’s resident journalist: a hermit crab that lives in the third hole on Landaa’s Palm Tree Road. As well as guiding film and language selections throughout the MDC, Kaku pens a nightly "Reef News" article about his adventures with his many reef and island friends.

Diving:
Known internationally as one of the world's best scuba diving destinations, the Maldives presents divers with one thrilling dive opportunity after another. From the sheer abundance of dive sites around Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa to the proposed UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve near Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru, the Maldives' 90,000 square kilometres (34,749 square miles) of consistently warm waters offer outstanding visibility and truly unique diving options. Exhilarating sites include vibrant thilas, exciting channels, coral-filled overhangs and fascinating wrecks, and divers can even watch the seasonal migration of manta rays and whale sharks.

Each of the resorts' PADI Five-Star Gold Palm Dive Centres offers a two-tank morning dive and a one-tank afternoon dive, as well as sunrise, night and other specialty dives, available on request.

Tennis:
Take a break from aquatic activities to practise your tennis skills or take lessons from our on-site tennis pro. The Resort's outdoor tennis court is lit for night play, and complimentary tennis racquets and balls are available.

Four Season Explorer:
A unique way to experience the Maldives and a wonderful complement to your land adventure at one of our Maldivian resorts, Four Seasons Explorer gives scuba divers effortless access to remote shores and exceptional dive and snorkelling sites among the untouched reefs and vibrant thilas of the exotic atolls. On our three-deck, liveaboard luxury catamaran, all-inclusive itineraries allow divers to explore exciting channels and wrecks, sunrise and night dive sites as well as seasonal manta ray and whale shark hot spots. Embark on three-, four- and seven-night cruises, or private, customised charters. 

One small island rarely brings so much of the world to your table. Guests can savour the tastes of Asia, sample Lebanese and Moroccan fare in a rooftop setting, dine on Italian as lagoon and ocean views stretch into the distance or enjoy the day’s catch or organic meats poolside. Special arrangements can be made for beach picnics and sandbank dinners, Robinson Crusoe picnics, dhoni breakfasts and private parties of any size. Delicious In-Villa Dining is available 24 hours a day.

RESTAURANTS:

-Blu
Located at the western end of the island overlooking a 2-kilometre (1.2-mile) lagoon, Blu embraces the essence of the Maldives as the place where the ocean meets the sky. From the restaurant pavilion on one side or the Blu Bar pavilion on the other, you can watch the sun sink below the horizon. The restaurant serves light antipasti, pizza and pasta during the day and fine Italian cuisine in the evening. Contemporary Italian fare is served at lunch and dinner; homemade gelati are served poolside throughout the day. A children's menu is also available.

-Al Barakat
Named after Abu Al Barakat Yusuf Al Barbari, a North African scholar who made Baa Atoll his home in the 12th century, Al Barakat serves authentic Arabian cuisine. The restaurant is built over water, off the main jetty. A Shisha Bar is located on the ground level. The main dining area on the rooftop features comfortable low seating. Al Barakat offers Lebanese mezze, grill items and North African specialties. Shisha Bar serves Arabian coffee and features authentic Shisha water pipes.

-Cafe Landaa
Overlooking the swimming pool and beach, the three thatch-roofed pavilions of Caf� Landaa are separated by reflecting ponds. For breakfast, lunch, and dinner, our chefs create exquisite delights with eastern and western influences. Asian and regional specialties from the tandoor and curry kitchen; in the evening, teppanyaki is served at a dedicated counter in a dramatic water garden adjacent to the restaurant.

-Fuego Grill
Located adjacent to the seawater pool and overlooking the eastern coast of the island, Fuego Grill is open for dinner. The restaurant offers fresh catch of the day as well as a wide selection of organic and prime cut meats, salads, sandwiches and Asian dishes from an open kitchen pavilion. Teak tables and chairs are set in the sand facing the sea.

LOUNGES:

-Five Degrees North
The Resort's casual bar is named for the island's location, which lies five degrees north of the equator. Its nautically inspired d�cor features a dhoni (traditional boat) as the counter, with a library, pool table and selection of board games for entertainment. The bar also has an extensive drinks selection.

-Blur Bar
In the casual sand-floor setting of Blu Bar, enjoy exotic juices, tropical cocktails or a refreshing young coconut. As the sun sets, an aperitif or glass of sparkling Prosecco is the perfect prelude to an Italian dinner next door at Blu.

-Poolside Bar
Enjoy panoramic views of the Indian Ocean from the Poolside Bar. Wine, cocktails and refreshing tropical drinks are served throughout the day, as well as salads and light fare.

IN-VILLA DINNING:

In-Villa Dining at Four Seasons is a fine-dining experience within the comfort and convenience of your bungalow or villa. Choose from an extensive menu throughout the day, featuring western and Asian favourites.