Huvafen Fushi and Dubai

Today, you will take a trip into the Arabian desert, escorted in a vintage Land Rover, around the stunning dunes. Here you will have the opportunity to enjoy the sweeping landscape and spot wildlife like the Arabian oryx within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Arriving at a traditional-style Bedouin camp, there will be cultural demonstrations of henna, falconry, music, dance and bread making, before you settle down to enjoy a tasty dinner under the stars.

This morning, you may want to soak up the sights and head to the tallest man-made structure in the world, the towering Burj Khalifa. You can go up to the exclusive 148th floor to take in the views of the incredible skyline. Or you may want to head over to the Financial District to visit the award-winning Museum of The Future, filled with immersive exhibitions exploring the future of science and technology. This evening, choose from one of your hotel’s excellent restaurants or explore the many dining options nearby.

This morning, you will be driven to the airport for your flight to the Seychelles, arriving in the early afternoon in Mahé. On arrival you will be met by a resort representative who will bring you to the 30-minute speedboat that takes you to Huvafen Fushi. Here you can start to relax and unwind.

Today is free to relax; you might like to make use of your own private plunge pool or try the main infinity pool, where you can look out onto the horizon. You’ll be greeted with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean as far as you can see.

During your stay, we recommend diving with a PADI-trained instructor. This area of the Maldives is a wonderful place to dive — if it’s your first time, fully qualified instruction is available. Some of the best dive sites include Woshi Mas Thila and Hebadu Wreck where there is a chance you’ll see grey reef sharks, stingrays and good coral life.

Other activities at Huvafen Fushi include snorkelling, windsurfing, and catamaran sailing and canoeing. If you prefer to stay on dry land, why not try some yoga in the Pavilion or retreat to The Lair, a great place to read a book or watch live sports.

If you need a little pampering, head to the world’s first underwater spa where you can enjoy a range of massage and beauty treatments. The signature treatment is the Underwater Dream, where you can feel the benefit of local Maldivian products in a restorative massage before unwinding in the relaxation pod while watching the world of the reef swim by.

Spend the day relaxing and in the evening, we recommend wandering down to the seashore to see an array of marine wildlife. For dinner, take your pick of options from Japanese to Mediterranean cuisine, but be sure to make time to visit the first underground wine cellar in the Maldives.

Today you could head out on a guided snorkel of the house reef. Your resident guide will be on hand to advise where best to see the marine life and corals. Return to the resort to enjoy a sundowner and open-air screening of classic films under the night sky.

Today is your final full day to relax or make use of the activities available. To make your last day special, you might like to book a four-course dinner on your own private beach islet or dine below the ocean at LATITUDE 4° for a memorable meal.

You will be transferred by speedboat back to Malé in time for your onward flight. Your return flight will arrive the same day.