Jumeirah Maldives

Snorkelling & Diving

The house reef at Jumeirah Maldives starts just off the beach, but currents can be strong. Confident swimmers will find reef fish, rays, and occasional turtles. For those less comfortable in open water, the resort offers guided snorkelling excursions that include a safety briefing and a spotter in the water with you.

One signature excursion combines jet-skiing and snorkelling. You ride out to a deeper reef, drop anchor, and spend an hour exploring marine life before stopping at a nearby sandbank for solitude and a picnic. The entire trip feels like a private charter—no crowds, just turquoise water and the sound of your own jet-ski fading into the distance.

Spa & Wellness

The overwater spa is a quiet cube of wood and glass suspended above the lagoon. Treatment rooms face the water, so the sound of gentle waves becomes part of the experience. The menu leans therapeutic: deep-tissue massages, scrubs with local ingredients, and signature rituals that last up to three hours. The gym sits next door, equally overwater, with floor-to-ceiling views that make even a treadmill session feel like a privilege.

• Overwater treatment rooms with lagoon views
• Therapeutic and signature massage menus
• Gym suspended above the water with ocean vistas
• Outdoor showers and relaxation decks between treatments

Water Sports & Excursions

Beyond snorkelling, the water-sports centre offers paddleboards, kayaks, and windsurfing gear. The lagoon is calm enough for beginners, and instructors are on call if you want a quick lesson. For something more adventurous, the jet-ski snorkelling trip is the resort’s standout excursion—part adrenaline, part marine biology, all private.

• Jet-ski snorkelling to deeper reefs and sandbanks
• Paddleboards and kayaks for lagoon exploration
• Windsurfing with on-demand instruction
• Private sandbank picnics arranged on request

Pools & Relaxation

Two pools anchor the island. The main pool sits near Shimmers restaurant, its edges blending into the horizon. Loungers are spaced generously, so the area never feels crowded. A second, smaller pool by Glow restaurant offers a quieter alternative, especially in the late afternoon when the light softens and the temperature dips. Both pools are adults-friendly, but families can request pool toys and shallow-end access.

• Main pool with horizon-edge design
• Second pool by Glow restaurant for quieter moments
• Generously spaced loungers and shaded cabanas
• Pool toys available for families on request

For Families

Lagoon Pool Villas are the resort’s family-friendly option. The living room is fully enclosed and can be converted into a second bedroom with a sliding door, giving parents and children separate spaces without sacrificing square footage. Rooftop terraces provide a private sunbathing area, and the villa’s direct lagoon access means kids can splash safely in shallow water. While the resort doesn’t have a dedicated kids club, the water-sports team organises snorkelling lessons and sandcastle-building sessions on request.

• Lagoon Pool Villas with convertible living rooms
• Private rooftop terraces for family sunbathing
• Direct lagoon access with shallow entry points
• Snorkelling lessons and sandcastle sessions on request