AS luxury travel experts we recently had the pleasure of staying at the Soneva Jani resort in the Maldives for 5 nights in April 2023. And let us tell you, it was an experience like no other.
In this full tour and review of Soneva Jani Maldives, you'll see the following:
0:00 Introduction
0:51 Transfer and Arrival
1:46 Villa Tour (Number 8)
4:36 Drone Shots of Soneva Jani
5:32 Management Cocktail on the Beach
5:56 Beach Buffet "street market"
6:40 Breakfast Tour
8:02 Biking at Soneva Jani
8:25 Beach
8:35 Snorkeling Trip
10:37 Island Drone Shots
10:55 Cinema Paradiso
11:12 South Beach
12:00 Chocolate Cheese Ice Cream Room
12:25 The Bar at South Beach
12:49 Sunset at South Beach
13:09 So Starstruck Dinner
13:20 Island Tour
14:05 Chapter 2 Drone
14:30 Spa Tour
15:38 Gym at the Spa
15:55 Gym at the Gathering
16:25 Sunset at Soneva Jani
Your trip to Soneva Jani will start once you land in the Maldives. There, a resort's representative will pick you up to bring you to the seaplane terminal. Then, count approximately 50min scenic seaplane to reach paradise.
From the moment we arrived on the island, we were greeted with warm smiles and a refreshing drink while we waited to be whisked away to our overwater villa. And let us just say, the villa was absolutely stunning. Villa number 8 is highly recommended because the locations and the views are simply insane. Also, if you plan on staying at Soneva Jani, we would strongly recommend aiming for Chapter 1 instead of Chatper 2. Our overwater villa had a water slide that led straight into the ocean, a private pool, and a retractable roof so we could stargaze at night. It was the perfect mix of luxury and adventure.
One thing that really stood out to us about Soneva Jani was their commitment to sustainability. The no shoes policy make you close to nature and all of their water comes from a nearby desalination plant. They even have their own organic garden where they grow fruits and vegetables for their restaurants. We loved knowing that we were staying at a resort that prioritized the environment.
One important thing to know about Soneva Jani is that it is home to the biggest lagoon in the Maldives. It is huge but this makes that you can't really go for snorkeling on the house reef as you would in many other resorts we had the chance to visit. If you want to have some great snorkeling, as you can see in the video, you'll need to go on a 20-min boat trip to a nearby island where the reef is really stunning.
The food at Soneva Jani was absolutely delicious. They have a variety of restaurants to choose from, but our favorite was Director's Cut. You can enjoy delicious Asian (Japanese) food while watching a movie under the star. You could also consider So Local which is an open-air restaurant that serves fresh, healthy meals with ingredients straight from their garden. We also loved the cheese, ice cream and chocolate room at The Gathering, which had an extensive selection of artisanal cheeses and handcrafted chocolates.
During our stay, we had the opportunity to go on a snorkeling trip to a nearby island. It was truly magical as both the visibility and the fish life were incredible. And of course, we couldn't resist going down the water slide on our villa into the crystal clear water below. This, trust us, will keep you busy for hours!
One thing we really appreciated about Soneva Jani Maldives was their focus on wellness. They offer a variety of wellness experiences, from yoga and meditation classes to spa treatments and wellness consultations. We both got massages at their spa and they were some of the best we've ever had. Their newly opened "Soneva Soul" is the most impressive Spa we've seen in the Maldives! So big and perfectly blending with its surrounding nature.
Overall, we can't recommend Soneva Jani enough. It's truly a one-of-a-kind experience that we'll never forget. From the stunning overwater villas to the delicious food and commitment to sustainability, every detail is thoughtfully executed. We can't wait to come back someday and experience it all over again.
If you're considering a trip to the Maldives, we highly recommend adding Soneva Jani to your itinerary. Trust us, you won't regret it. Thanks for watching and we'll see you in the next video!
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19 июн 2024
