SPA
A WELLNESS SPA INSPIRED BY THE EARTH’S ENERGY
A ring-shaped sanctuary nestled over the turquoise lagoon, The Ritz-Carlton Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands offers nine spa treatment rooms including a spa suite with its own relaxation lounge, a salon and a boutique. Cardinal directions of each treatment room exude powerful energy complemented with healing massages and organic body and skincare collection by Bamford, offering guests a luxurious wellness experience for their visit to the Maldives.
Fitness Center
INSPIRED BY NATURE, DESIGNED FOR WELLNESS
Revitalize your mind and body at the Fitness Center. With state-of-the-art LifeFitness Elevation Series equipment that incorporates the principles of the most innovative training techniques, introduced to our guests by our Fitness Instructors, who will inspire you to create, change or enhance your personal lifestyle goals. Effortless accessibility to idyllic soft sandy beaches means that running and swimming can easily be incorporated into your daily workout routine along with adult aqua gym classes, to keep active while embracing the circle of island life.
The unique range of facilities throughout The Ritz-Carlton Island makes combining any element of the resort into your routine, a seamless step towards achieving your fitness goals.
Reserve a private fitness class with our resident Fitness Instructor, committed to providing a customized fitness program tailored to every guest, whether individually or in groups, helping every guests achieve their fitness goals in a comfortable and supportive environment.
For more information, please contact your Aris Meeha.
Activities
EXPLORE THE MALDIVES IN THE WATER AND ON LAND
The desire to disconnect may be what brings you to the Maldives, but as guests discover, plugging in - to nature, to family, to self - can be more rewarding. At The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, activities are designed to explore the breathtaking beaches, both above and below the water’s surface; bring families together; spark curiosity in young minds; create friendly competition and challenge the notion that getting away from it all means sitting still.
Ocean Adventure
ADVENTURES IN THE DEPTHS OF THE OCEAN
Nowhere on earth is the sea as captivating as it is at the shore of The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
The resort’s Dive Center is the epicenter for a wide selection of water-based activities including remarkable excursions, an incredible Marine Biology program, adrenaline-fueled Watersports, dazzling Diving and private Boat Charters enabling you to enjoy the endless shades of blue surrounding The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands. Each one of the marine-related pursuits has been verified and approved by the Dive Center’s resident Marine Biologist, helping to ensure that this fragile environment is protected and preserved for years to come. Enjoy a series of crafted experiences that will allow you to participate in a number of unique and rewarding conservation projects in partnership with Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment program.
Beach
From our Grand Sunset Beach that welcomes all guests, to Uthuru Sunset Beach for guests staying in Beach Pool Villas, make of this secluded crisp white paradise, the perfect place to sunbathe and unwind.
Explore the Indian Ocean with a variety of watersports such as Stand Up Paddle, kayak, snorkeling and even discover Scuba Diving. Join our Ladies & Gentlemen for beach activities including volley ball, cricket or petanque, or delight your palate in Beach Shack, our family-friendly restaurant located just a few steps from the shore.
Photography Studio
Shutterfish, the resort’s Photography Studio enriches the guest experience by offering a wide selection of activities around the wonderful field of photography.
Led by experts in natural light, digital and drone photography, the studio offers weekly classes on digital and mobile photography and digital photo editing, rentals of all equipment related to holiday and high-end photography as well as a complimentary Portrait Session for guests during their stay.
THE PORTRAIT SESSION
During this experience, guests will be taken to at least 5 of the most beautiful and iconic locations around The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, to ensure long-lasting #RCMemories are captured. At our courtesy, guests will be presented with a souvenir frame with their favorite image from the session (the rest of the images are available at a cost).
Recreation
From a stroll down our Grand Sunset Beach, joining one of our beach activities, staying fit with our Tennis Professional or a visit to the Fitness Centre, to closing a day of adventures with cinema under the stars, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands presents a selection of activities to complement your unforgettable sunny getaway.
The resort uses its beachfront setting to offer water- and land-based activities including:
Badminton, Diving, Fishing, Kayaking, Pétanque, Snorkeling, Standup paddle boarding, Surfing, Volleyball, Yoga (sunrise, aerial and more), Waterskiing, Windsurfing, Cinema under the stars, Wellness and Fitness activities.
Enjoy a game on our synthetic floored lit tennis court. If you are in need of a tennis partner, our Ladies and Gentlemen are happy to assist in finding someone suitable to play with during your stay. Our professional tennis professional is available for private coaching sessions or as playing partner, to help you improve your tennis game while on holidays. From private, semi-private, ‘hitting match play’ to a social group tournament… the possibilities are endless.
TENNIS FOR ALL AGES
Our Ritz Kids offers numerous racket games for our youngest of guests, ages three to eleven. Specially designed to help develop a feeling for the ball, improve hand-eye coordination and make their first tennis experience, a memorable one. For more information, please contact your Aris Meeha or visit Ritz Kids.
TENNIS PROFESSIONAL
Join our Tennis Pro Manuel Villada, for bespoke tennis lessons designed for beginners seeking a challenge, intermediate players looking to improve their game or advanced players that want to maintain their competitive level.
Manuel holds 8 different certifications from the ITF (International Tennis Federation) as well as GPTCA International Coach Level B (Global Professional Tennis Coach Association) and ATP International Coach Level B (Association of Tennis Professionals) certifications.
Manuel is also certified in Levels 1 and 2 by ATPCA (Australian Tennis Professional Coaches Association).
Ambassadors of the Environment
A JOURNEY INTO THE WONDERS OF THE MALDIVES
Exclusive to the Ritz-Carlton brand, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is proud to host the first Jean-Michel Cousteau´s Ambassadors of the Environment program in the Asia-Pacific region. Guests of all ages can enrich their stay by learning more about the natural wonders both above and below water through this fun, active, inspirational outdoor education program developed over many years by Jean-Michel Cousteau, Dr. Richard Murphy, and the team at Ocean Futures Society.
With programs all over the world, all Jean-Michel Cousteau´s Ambassadors of the Environment activities are wide-ranging and focused on the ocean and coral reefs, nature ecology, sustainable living, and locally, related to the traditional Maldivian culture.
Through the Ocean Futures Society, this partnership brings an array of exciting experiences and research opportunities, led by Cousteau-trained naturalists, to this rare geographical destination, featuring roughly a thousand islands, 99% covered by the sea and distinct tropical flora and fauna.