Four Seasons Private Island Maldives at Voavah
Ultimate privacy amid UNESCO-listed natural beauty
Sited on what’s been heralded as the first exclusive-use resort on a UNESCO-listed biosphere site, this seven-bedroom getaway on the Baa Atoll makes up for its diminutive size by offering a degree of intimacy and privacy rarely seen anywhere else. Pristine white beaches and a wildlife-rife reef are natural attractions bolstered by a comprehensive water-sports programme, a lagoon-stop spa, diverse cuisine options, from wok and tandoor specialties to pizza, and the private-use Voavah Summer yacht.

Three-Bedroom Villa Pool
Photo: Four Seasons Private Island Maldives at Voavah
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