Indulge in Self-Care, Castaway Style, with Gili Lankanfushi’s New Spa Offering

April 2024…// Gili Lankanfushi Maldives, the pioneer of sustainable, barefoot luxury in the Maldives, is delighted to unveil a spoiling array of new spa offerings this season. Ranging from a brand-new spa menu at the award-winning overwater Meera Spa – including the introduction of five new pairing journeys centred on the elements of the universe – to moonbathing in one’s very own private villa, a true spring awakening for the senses awaits.

Commenting on the new offerings, Meera Spa Manager Eka Rianti said: ‘We are thrilled to introduce these transformative new experiences for our guests, building on the world-class spa offering here at Gili Lankanfushi. Our discerning clientele – many of whom are repeat guests – have come to expect the very best when it comes to wellness, and we are proud to provide them with truly memorable, cutting edge and holistic therapies – all available exclusively on our beautiful island paradise.’

‘At Meera Spa as on the island, we are truly passionate about sustainability and look to support local business wherever possible, utilising eco-friendly, organic products and sourcing as much as possible from the resort’s organic garden.’

A New Menu for Meera Spa, featuring Elemental Pairing Journeys
Gili Lankanfushi’s luxurious Meera Spa provides the very best in holistic healing within a spectacular overwater setting, and with a brand-new spa menu now available it has set the bar for wellness in the Maldives even higher. The highlight of the new menu is the indulgent ‘Pairing Journey’ offering, a series of multi-treatment experiences combining Meera’s most transformational therapies. Guests can choose from five pairings that are based around the five elements of the universe – Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Space – and take place over two days. Each 150-minute retreat journey promises to unveil the true essence of rejuvenation, where blissful relaxation meets transformative experiences. The pairing journeys include:

• Earth (150 minutes – $365)

A grounding experience blending Shirodara, an ancient combination of Abhyanga massage with a steady flow of warm oil onto the forehead for deep relaxation and stress relief, and Foot Reflexology.

• Water (150 minutes – $350)

A blissful duo sure to leave guests floating out of the spa post-treatment! A combination of Meera’s Detox Cellulite Treatment, which enhances toxin elimination and skin texture on localised areas through vigorous massage and herbal powder, and Chi Nei Tsang, a therapeutic massage that targets pressure points in the abdomen to detoxify the body, stimulate lymph flow and release emotional tension.

• Fire (150 minutes – $350)

An energy and power-boosting mix of Choorna Swedana, a warm herbal poultice massage designed to increase blood circulation and relieve the symptoms of arthritis and rheumatism, and Deep Muscle Fusion, a deep tissue massage to relieve muscle stress and aid muscle realignment.

• Air (150 minutes – $350)

Rediscover love and rebuild connections with ‘Air’, a combination of Abhyanga Massage using medicated Indian Ayurveda oil to heal and restore the flow of vital energy, and Warm Stone Therapy, a gentle yet effective treatment using heated basal stones.

• Space (150 minutes – $345)

Enhance the intuition with a blend of ancient Tibetan Singing Bowl therapy to calm the nervous system and relieve stress, and Indian Head Massage.

Moonbathing
One for the wellness-lover who has tried it all, guests of Gili Lankanfushi can now indulge in a spot of ‘moon-bathing’ within the privacy of their own overwater villa. The practice of soaking in the moonlight has been said to calm body and mind, reducing stress and thereby improving sleep. For women in particular, the moon is thought to boost hormones, positively influencing their cycle, fertility and symptoms of the menopause.

Each and every overwater villa features its very own roof deck star bed, made up with luxurious linens to provide the perfect spot to soak in the moonlight. Beneath the moon’s gentle glow, guests can lay back and spot the crystal-clear constellations as they slowly drift away to the sounds of the rolling waves.

Guests can also enjoy the new Mindful Dream retreat journey offering at Meera Spa which includes mindfulness breathing, aromatherapy, sound healing and a stress-busting massage technique to aid in a restful and rejuvenating night’s sleep. This 110-minute treatment is available in villa from 19:00 – 22:00 hours.

About Meera Spa
Wellbeing and balance in body and soul is central to Gili Lankanfushi’s ethos, and Meera Spa, meaning ocean, offers holistic healing in a spectacular overwater setting. Open air walkways link the treatment rooms, steam room and sauna with the vast relaxation areas, where guests can watch the waves and enjoy a spicy pot of freshly brewed Maldivian ginger tea after their treatments.

The range of global therapies, drawing on age old cultures and knowledge, begin with a pampering mineral-rich sea salt foot cleanse in a symbolic ritual. Therapeutic treatments use organic products by Voya and organic products created on the island from the finest oceanic and plant extracts to heal and revitalise. Glass floors in the six treatment rooms allow guests to watch the fish flitting amongst the coral during treatments.

The immersive wellness journeys, which range from one to five days in length, include a range of bespoke and curated restorative experiences with long-lasting benefits. Journeys range from a lavish five-day detox retreat, aimed to purify body and mind with a host of treatments and healing experiences, to a one-day Ayurvedic remedy journey, which revives weary travelers through therapeutic massage. New active programs combine surfing or scuba diving with tailored spa treatments to allow guests to reach their full potential whether under the sea or riding the waves.

A range of holistic activities, including meditation, reiki, crystal healing and ancient singing bowl sessions supplement the wide range of spa treatments, drawing on Ayurveda, ocean therapy and healing journeys to ease mind and body into a state of serene relaxation. Meera Spa regularly hosts a rotating schedule of international visiting practitioners for a curated programme of therapeutic journeys, featuring signature treatments and healing rituals. Daily complimentary yoga classes take place at sunrise each morning at the beachside Yoga Champa. Guests can also organise one-on-one yoga and meditation practices with the resort’s resident and visiting practitioners.

Gili Lankanfushi enjoys an unspoilt island location in the Maldives’ North Malé Atoll, just 20 minutes by speedboat from Malé airport. Perfectly suited for couples, families, solo travellers and groups alike, the resort combines rustic eco-design, unparalleled service and stunning natural scenery with a laid-back-luxury, ‘no news, no shoes’ philosophy.

Nightly rates at Gili Lankanfushi start from £1,070/$1,440, based on two adults sharing a Villa with breakfast included. For more information or to book please visit www.gili-lankanfushi.com.