Centara Ras Fushi Island Resort & Spa

Diving: Reefs Five Minutes from the Jetty

The resort’s PADI dive centre runs two dhonis daily, each stocked with tanks, weights, and a shaded deck for gearing up. Most sites lie between five and twenty minutes away: Giraavaru Cave, Kuda Haa, Shark Point, Lion’s Head, Kuda Faru, and Kikki Reef. Visibility typically stretches thirty metres, so even the shallower spots feel like aquariums. For those who want to go farther, Black Coral Reef, Bandos Rock, Banana Reef, and the Maldives Victory wreck are less than an hour’s ride.

Beginners can complete their Open Water course in the resort’s training pool before heading to Kuda Haa, where nurse sharks nap in the sand. Advanced divers often request the Victory wreck—a 110-metre cargo ship that sank in 1981 and now bristles with soft corals and resident moray eels. Night dives are offered twice weekly; the dive team provides torches and briefs guests on how to spot sleeping parrotfish inside their mucus cocoons.

Water Sports: From Pedalos to Kite-Surfing

The all-inclusive rate covers non-motorised gear: snorkelling sets, windsurfing boards, canoes, and pedalos. Motorised activities—water-skiing, fun tubes, banana boats, and catamaran sailing—are available for a supplement. Kite-surfing lessons run from May to November, when the trade winds fill the lagoon with steady fifteen-knot breezes. The resort’s instructors hold IKO certification and provide all equipment, including impact vests and helmets.

Sunset fishing trips leave at 17:00; the dhoni motors to a nearby reef where guests drop handlines baited with fresh tuna. Big-game fishing excursions target sailfish and marlin, though most catches are mahi-mahi or wahoo. The crew cleans and fillets the fish on board, and the resort’s chefs will grill it for dinner if you ask.

• Snorkel safari: half-day trip to three nearby reefs with a marine biologist guide
• Malé sightseeing: two-hour tour of the capital’s fish market, Friday Mosque, and Sultan Park
• Local island visit: half-day excursion to a nearby inhabited island for cultural immersion
• Surfing: half-day and full-day trips to North Malé Atoll breaks (May–November, on request)

SPA Cenvaree: Thai Traditions on a Maldivian Shore

The spa’s name blends ‘Cen’ (growth) and ‘Varee’ (nature), a philosophy that shapes every treatment. Six treatment rooms face the ocean; four are designed for couples and include private outdoor bathtubs. The Thai massage pavilion sits under a thatched roof, open on three sides to the sea breeze. Ayurvedic programmes span three to seven days, combining daily massages, herbal scrubs, and consultations with an Ayurvedic doctor who adjusts the menu to match your dosha.

Signature treatments borrow from Thailand’s wellness heritage. The Royal Thai Massage uses acupressure and stretching to release tension; the Tamarind Body Polish exfoliates with crushed tamarind seeds before a coconut-oil wrap. Couples can book the ‘Journey to the Senses’ package, which pairs a side-by-side massage with a private dinner on the beach.

• Single treatment rooms: two courtyard-view options
• Couple treatment rooms: four ocean-view suites with outdoor tubs
• Thai massage pavilion: open-air space for traditional Thai therapies
• Nail care salon: manicures, pedicures, and paraffin treatments
• Changing facilities: separate male and female areas with showers and lockers

Wellness Beyond the Spa

The resort’s lap pool sits behind reception, away from the main pool’s music and splashing. It’s twenty-five metres long, unheated, and open from sunrise to sunset—well-suited to serious swimmers. The fitness centre, next door, has cardio machines, free weights, and a yoga deck that faces the ocean. Morning yoga classes are complimentary; private sessions can be arranged for an additional fee.

Beachside yoga starts at 07:00, when the sand is still cool. The instructor leads a sixty-minute vinyasa flow that ends with a guided meditation. Mats and towels are provided, and the class is open to all levels. For those who prefer to move at their own pace, the resort offers complimentary snorkelling gear and windsurfing boards until 18:00 daily.

All-Inclusive: What’s Included

The standard all-inclusive package covers most non-motorised water sports, daily excursions (one per stay), and select spa treatments. Snorkelling gear, windsurfing boards, canoes, and pedalos are available at no extra charge. The Gold All-Inclusive tier adds motorised water sports, premium excursions, and a wider selection of spa therapies. A good rule: to start with the standard package and upgrade if they find themselves craving more—most do by the second day.

• Non-motorised water sports: snorkelling, windsurfing, canoes, pedalos
• Daily excursions: one complimentary half-day trip per stay (additional excursions available for a fee)
• Spa treatments: select massages and facials included in Gold All-Inclusive
• Fitness: complimentary access to gym, lap pool, and beachside yoga classes
• Dining: all meals and select beverages at resort restaurants and bars