Soneva Jani, nestled within the tranquil waters of the Noonu Atoll, offers sun-drenched blue skies and azure seas in every direction. This low-density resort features 58 overwater and island residences—the largest and most luxurious villas in the Maldives, each designed for ultimate privacy, space, and breathtaking ocean views.
Access to the resort is convenient with a scenic 40-minute seaplane flight from Malé International Airport, a 60-minute speedboat ride from Soneva Fushi, or a leisurely full-day cruise aboard Soneva in Aqua from Soneva Fushi.
Guests will enjoy a unique ‘castaway’ experience within spacious villas featuring beautifully designed interiors made from the highest quality sustainable materials. Each Water Villa opens to its own stretch of sparkling lagoon and includes a private pool. Many villas also feature slides from the top floor straight into the lagoon and have a retractable roof for stargazing from the master bedroom.
Culinary experiences at Soneva Jani are diverse and memorable, offering gourmet menus across various cultures and cuisines, organic offerings, simple barbecues, and elaborate romantic escapades.
The resort caters to every kind of traveler with activities ranging from nature walks and spa treatments to lazy picnics, water sports, scuba diving, tennis, dolphin cruises, and bicycling along the island’s trails.
Come discover the unparalleled luxury and natural beauty of Soneva Jani, where every moment is designed to be extraordinary.
411 sqm – Slide into the lagoon, frolic in the pool, wash away sand and salt in the outdoor bathroom. Open your retractable roof to unveil the stars at night.
555 sqm – This over-water villa with water slide features a retractable roof, living room, children’s sleeping area and freshwater pool.
480 sqm – A secluded beachfront villa, hidden amongst the mangroves for the ultimate escape.
446 sqm – An indulgent two-storey beachfront sanctuary, with freshwater pool and expansive areas for unwinding.
520 sqm – A villa with spacious rooms and plenty of choices for lounging. Choose a vintage from the wine fridge for sundowners before sleeping under the stars.
772 sqm – The master bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom and a retractable roof, while the second bedroom is upstairs and features a roof deck.
625 sqm – Soak up the sun or retreat to the shade. Take in the blue vistas from the outdoor deck, dine in your sala and slide into the lagoon.
1291 sqm – Over-water living at its finest with uninterrupted views in every direction. A personal gym, wine cellar and water slide are the final touches.
1788 sqm – Your own luxurious beachfront mansion. Frolic in the sea or the shade. Refresh your soul in the sauna or with sundowners from the cellar.
1421 sqm – This Reserve is spread across two floors and comes with a private pool and a curved water slide delivering you directly into the lagoon.
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Dine on a health-conscious, plant-based menu designed by the innovative raw food chef Diana Von Cranach, showcasing unique and simple dishes that revive historical, nearly-forgotten traditional recipes from the Indonesian Spice Islands and South East Asia.
Each day the Crab Shack will only serve one type of crab on a rotating basis. The dishes that can be ordered include chili crab, crab curry (both Thai and Sri Lankan varieties of curry), garlic crab, black pepper crab, Szechuan spicy wok-fried crab, Vietnamese wok-fried crab with tamarind, ginger and black pepper.
The menu focuses on pescatarian, vegetarian and plant-based dishes, serving a selection of single plates, sharing plates and signature mains for lunch and dinner.
Located within our Organic Gardens, So Local is a meeting place for both Hosts and guests alike to share inspiring stories from a wide variety of cultures. Inspired by our diverse Hosts’ home countries, the versatile, rotating menu showcases one cuisine from around the world each month.
Journey across the world’s largest continent at Asian Kitchen, situated on the second floor of The Gathering. For lunch or dinner, indulge in Chinese stir-fries and dumplings, Indonesian delights, classic Thai street food, and succulent Cambodian treats grilled on hot lava stones.
A dining experience never to be forgotten, our Floating Kitchen brings the best of our award-winning chefs to the secluded surrounds of your luxury villa. As the buoyant kitchen floats on the surrounding waters, feast on a decadent five-course meal prepared oceanside in front of your very eyes.
So Primitive’s centrepiece is a fire pit where different cooking techniques are honoured. Enjoy delicious grilled delicacies at Soneva Jani’s South Beach.
Dine on a secret menu, prepared by one of our chefs, in a secret, ever-changing location. Our chef will reveal themselves only after the meal. It is advised that guests book before 16:00 on Thursday.
Non-Motorised Water Sports
We offer a range of complimentary non-motorised water sports, including kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, windsurfing, kite surfing, night paddleboarding and catamarans. Private tuition is available at an additional charge on an hourly basis.
Motorised Water Sports
Experience the ocean with complete freedom. Gliding, diving, skimming – all of this is possible with a SEABOB. Learn to move through the water like a fish, on the surface and beneath the waves. What happens if you fit a surfboard with a motor? You get an eSurf-board. The eSurf lets you get up to speeds of 56km per hour, making this an exhilarating water sport.
Unleash your full potential with our resident tennis and padel coach, Petra Uberalova. With extensive experience coaching both children and adults, Petra offers the expertise of a professional tennis player who has held five ITF Women’s titles and reached the doubles finals at the Junior US Open and the semi-finals of Junior Wimbledon.
Relax and unwind in the serenity of Soneva Soul, spanning two wellness complexes at Soneva Jani – the original over-water Spa and our new Island Spa. Indulge in transformative wellness experiences, from our yoga pavilion and meditation platform commanding panoramic views across the turquoise lagoon, to our open-air treatment rooms bathed in the soothing soundtrack of ocean waves.
We are delighted to introduce you to the Soneva Academy, which offers educational courses to children and teenagers (aged 12 and up) at Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani. All our courses consist of four modules (3 sessions and one exam). The certification level takes young Sonevians from junior to expert, adding a new dimension to their schooling.
Come to the state-of-the-art, Bond-inspired observatory for star-lit dining experience. Sit back and enjoy great food and drinks as our in-house Astronomer takes you through a journey of the night sky and beyond. Using a 16” telescope that rises from the ground, there is plenty to see, talk about and learn.
Experience the world’s fastest-growing racquet sport, padel tennis, with our brand new island courts and a star-studded lineup of professional players through our Soneva Stars programme – now at Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani.
Get a glimpse into the lives of some of the Maldives’ sea turtles with the help of our Marine Biologist. Don’t miss your chance to see a mother turtle lay her eggs in the sand, tiny hatchlings make their way to the ocean, or come to the aid of turtles who need assistance. Please let your Barefoot Guardian know so they can add your name to the Turtle On Call register.
Head to a deserted beach to experience complete privacy. Take a dip in the crystal clear waters of our turquoise lagoon while you wait for your personal chef to prepare a gourmet picnic lunch.
