When again will you get to experience the Maldives on a fully private chartered yacht?
You read that right. We chartered the whole boat. Not a cabin on someone else's trip.
The boat, the crew, the snorkeling, Jacuzzi on deck - it's all for us.
If that isn't a once-in-a-lifetime experience, I don't know what is.
What Makes
This
Trip
Unique
Wake up anchored somewhere new. Pilates on the top deck, jump off the back, breakfast with salt still in your hair. Then snorkel, explore, nap, repeat. Everything is optional. The week is yours.
The Sealife
Mantas, turtles, maybe a whale shark
A local snorkel guide is on board all week. Ari Atoll is known for manta rays, and South Ari is one of the few places whale sharks hang around year-round. Vaavu has turtles and the occasional reef shark. Nothing is guaranteed. Most days deliver anyway.
Remote Islands
Stops most people don't get to take
Some days the dhoni drops us on an island where people actually live. We walk the sand streets and order sweet tea and hedhikaa (Maldivian short eats). Other days it's a sandbank with nobody on it but us. One night we will have a private dinner on a deserted island.
Ocean View Movement
Pilates & Yoga on the top deck
Movement most mornings while the boat is still anchored and the water is flat. Class ends, you walk to the edge, you jump in. That's the cooldown.
Ultimate Summer Trip
A girls' trip, but make it a yacht
The in-between hours are the best part. Card games on the sundeck. Swim, tan, nap, jump off the back of the boat, repeat. It's summer camp with better snacks and a much bigger pool.
Crystal Clear Waters
Fishing off the dhoni at dusk
Maldivian handline fishing at golden hour, with the crew as your coaches. Whatever gets caught might end up on the grill.
Yummy Food
The lobster dinner
We are living on the ocean for a week so why not!
your
Water Home
(for)
The Week
A three-deck yacht in the Maldives
For six nights she's ours. There are eleven cabins across the middle and lower deck. Up top: a sundeck with loungers and a jacuzzi. Inside: a lounge and dining room with windows all the way around.
We will travel with a dhoni, a traditional Maldivian support boat that runs us out to reefs and island.
Meals are buffet style, three a day: fresh fish, Maldivian curries, and plenty of the familiar. The crew cooks, cleans, drives, and picks where we anchor. Your only job is to show up, and wear sunscreen ;)
(Pick Your Room - Cabins and Pricing)
The Full Breakdown
Total transparency on what your investment includes, and what to budget separately.
(Included)
6 nights on a private yacht, just our group, every cabin with its own bathroom
All meals on board, plus drinking water, coffee and tea
Yoga & mat pilates on deck
Snorkel gear on board all week
Dhoni support boat for reef and island runs
Local island and desert island visits + (island port fees)
Lobster dinner for the whole boat, plus a beach BBQ on a desert island
Custom retreat journal
Round trip group airport pickup and drop-off on arrival and departure day
Pre-trip support (flights, packing list, etc).
On the ground support - you never have to think about logistics / planning, we have got it all covered
Crew tips!
(Not Included)
International flights
Travel insurance (optional)
Alcohol (although it is available on board)
Personal spending + souvenirs
(FAQ)
Is this a pilates retreat?
It's a boat trip with pilates on it. Sessions are all-levels and optional. The ocean is the main event.
I get seasick. Should I worry?
We mostly cruise inside the atolls, where the water is calmer, and anchor at night. If you're prone to it, bring whatever works for you and pick a lower-deck cabin in the middle of the boat, where there's the least movement.
Is there Wi-Fi on board?
No. Get an eSIM or an international plan with our carrier. You'll have signal whenever we're near an inhabited island. The rest of the time, enjoy it.
Can I sign up alone?
Absolutely, most guests do. Our retreats are designed to make solo travelers feel instantly at home - and you will leave with new friends!
Where do I fly in, and when?
Velana International (MLE) in Male. Pickup is from 11am on June 13. We strongly recommend flying in the day before and staying near the airport. We'll send hotel suggestions once you book.
Will you help me pre-retreat?
Yes, we will help you with flight suggestions, packing list, visa info - really anything you might need to know before takeoff. Oh, and a private pre-retreat group chat!
What if I have dietary restrictions?
The food on the boat is served buffet style, with options for all dietary preferences. We will let the crew know to plan around it.
Reserve Your Spot
deposit is required to secure your spot.
Payment plans are available for all retreats.
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