NATURALLY PLAYFUL

NATURALLY PLAYFUL
Endless vistas across emerald and turquoise waters.
Pearl white beaches peppered with a potpourri of bright
flowers and lush vegetation. Wide smiles and whole-hearted
hospitality. Sweet sounds of play and savoury scents of
fresh, local food sizzling in open kitchens. Welcome to the
whimsical and wonderfully colourful world of Sun Aqua.
Sun Aqua is the visionary creation of Sun Siyam, one of the most forward-thinking and dynamic companies in the Maldives.
Led by renowned Maldivian entrepreneur Ahmed Siyam Mohamed, Sun Siyam is committed to building a collection of
hotel and resort brands infused with his uniquely passionate and colourful spirit.
Sun Aqua Vilu Reef and Sun Aqua Pasikudah mark the beginning of the Sun Aqua story, while future developments
will include Sun Aqua Olhuveli in the Maldives and see the brand expanding across the Indian Ocean and Asia.
Sun Aqua Sales & Marketing Office
Maldives – Head Office
H. Maley-thila Meheli Goalhi Malé Republic of Maldives T +960 332 5977 F +960 331 8273 E [email protected]
Sri Lanka – Sales Office
CP5 Galadari Hotel No. 64 Lotus Road Colombo 1 Sri Lanka T +94 11 4736263 F +94 11 2392295 E [email protected]
www.sunaqua.com
A SUN SIYAM RESORT BRAND
Sun Aqua creates perfectly relaxing resort experiences
led by simple luxuries, sensational food and warm,
dedicated service. The vibe is unpretentious and
laid back yet is punctuated by bursts of vivid colour
and quirky touches – unexpected moments that
take guests by surprise, put a smile on their faces
and create unforgettable memories.
OUR STORY
YOUR LEISURE TIME
Sun Aqua Vilu Reef is found on Meedhuffushi Island, a beautiful bite-sized jewel
in the Maldives’ South Nilandhe Atoll. A spectacular 35-minute seaplane flight from
Ibrahim Nasir International Airport, our little slice of bliss is lush with coconut palms
and fringed by colourful corals. We’ve got pristine, powder-fine sand, translucent
turquoise waters and staff ready to help you 24/7 – the perfect ingredients for fun
and relaxation.
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OUR VILLAS
Charm, style and serenity – that’s the unique blend of island hospitality you’ll find
in our villas. Hidden in the foliage are 62 shell-shaped bungalows, and floating
atop the aquamarine are 41 water villas, some with inviting over-water hammocks.
Options include iSpa bathtubs, personal lava-stone pools and private salas. All
feature luxurious décor with a pinch of quirky colour. Unwind with all your creature
comforts inside and the unmatched beauty of Meedhuffushi just outside your door.
OUR FOOD
One of the best parts of a journey is the adventure into exotic flavours.
At Sun Aqua Vilu Reef, you can explore the spice and warmth of home-style
Maldivian cuisine, treat your inner foodie with gourmet organic and free-range
produce, or sink your teeth into island life with fresh barbecued seafood on the
beach. Dine al fresco over the water, in a sarong on the beach, or one-on-one
with your lover at the island’s most secluded spots. We’ve got herb-infused
cocktails, ice-cold smoothies and wines from all quarters – just pull up a seat
and let us fix you something fresh.
PADI Five Star Dive Centre Beach Water Sports Island excursions
Sunset cruises
OUR STORY
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Fresh-water infinity pool
Tennis courts
Children’s playground
Fitness centre
Nightly entertainment
The waters of Vilu Reef house pristine corals teeming with life. To help you explore
these reefs, we’ve got an onsite PADI dive school, plus snorkelling gear for cruising
the lagoon at a slower pace. If you’d prefer to skim the water, there are canoes,
catamarans, wake boards, banana boating and more. You’re also welcome to
enjoy the water from your villa or one of our waterfront restaurants – the views are
heavenly from almost any spot on the island.
Pasikudah lies on the east coast of Sri Lanka, serving up gorgeous pristine coastline
with golden, sunbaked sand. The water is clear and shallow for miles, and offshore
you’ll find some of the island’s best diving – the shipwrecked HMS Hermes is of
particular note. Perched on the waterfront, the luxurious Sun Aqua Pasikudah
makes the most of its sun-drenched setting with boutique-designed five-star suites,
gourmet dining, a fully stocked cellar of Old and New World wines, and excursions
through jungles, mountains and underwater terrains. A scenic journey from Colombo
by road, this exclusive address is one of the island’s most serene coastal getaways,
so pack your loosest linens and enjoy some genuine Sri Lankan hospitality.
OUR SUITES
Nourish your senses and revitalise your spirit at Sun Aqua Vilu Reef’s holistic
Sun Spa. We’ve got a lengthy menu of Ayurvedic wellness rituals, pampering
beauty therapies and massage techniques from around the world. We’ve also
cooked up some indulgent signature therapies to help renew body and mind.
Feed your skin with a rich scrub of coconut or coffee, detox with a herbal
Udavarthanam treatment or just soak away your tensions in a fragrant flower bath.
We’ve thought of everything: ocean views from every suite, deluxe in-room amenities,
round-the-clock butler service, private sun decks and personal plunge pools –
you name it. Each of our 34 suites and 2 Grand Beach Pavilions basks in ocean
vistas, with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that bring the views into your room. Dressed
in a creamy palette of ivory, honey and mocha tones, each suite is superlatively
modern, sleek design interlaced with colonial motifs and splashes of local colour
in traditional Sri Lankan paintings. For families traveling with entire brood, our
Family Suites with a loft bedroom for the kids and our sprawling 2 bedroom
Grand Beach Pavilions make a handsome home away from home.
OUR COMMUNITY
OUR FOOD
Our beautiful Maldivian archipelago is richly endowed with tradition and a culture
we hope to preserve. By actively engaging with the local community through village
excursions, you’ll get to experience day-to-day island life and chat with locals,
be they school kids or elders. By doing so you gain cultural enrichment and directly
improve the lives of Maldivians, helping to ensure their practices live on.
The Sun Aqua Pasikudah is hot on the spice trail, with gourmet local cuisine
showcasing Sri Lanka’s culinary clout. We’ve got great modern international fare as
well, with all-day dining encompassing fusion dishes and global favourites, all made
to order using home-grown veg and herbs from the garden. Our exclusive glass
enclosed wine cellar “Pavilion” is the perfect venue for a sophisticated degustation
dinner pared with the finest wines this side of the East Coast. Fresh-caught fish
and seafood is obviously a highlight – best enjoyed al fresco on the beach at our
Grill Restaurant “Medium Rare” with a crisp sauvignon. Our Executive Chef is happy
RELAX, ENJOY, INDULGE
to whip up whatever you crave, while our sommelier can recommend a match for
anything, from caviar to coconut sambol. For those seeking a private dinner for that
special occasion, our Destination Dining is the perfect option and the resort is ready
to lay down its finest at a location of your choice. Round the clock in-villa dining is
also on offer for your convenience.
YOUR LEISURE TIME
• Beach
• PADI dive centre
• 30-metre infinity-edge pool
• VDWS certified water sports school • Fitness centre
• Tennis courts
• Badminton courts
• Cultural and historical excursions
We’re serious about beach appreciation at Sun Aqua Pasikudah. To prove it,
we’ve got a world-class dive school for you to comb the coral reefs, a modern
watersports centre so you can master the waves and private beachfront loungers
for simply luxuriating in this idyllic scene. Young travellers can make a splash in
our dedicated kid’s pool or take a dunk in our heavenly 30-metre infinity pool
fitted with fibre-optic lighting. Whether it’s a group fitness class, a private tennis
lesson or a rejuvenating spa package you’re after, we have skilled, dedicated staff
to ensure you’re left enriched.
OUR CULTURE
Echoes of Ceylon can still be felt in Sri Lanka’s heritage sites and we love sharing
this colourful history by organising excursions to old Buddhist landmarks and
archaeological sites. You can see the relics of Polonnaruwa – all that remains
of the once-wealthy royal capital. Or take a trip to the fragrant fields of tea
plantations, and get a taste of a major Sri Lankan export. Go on a safari in
the jungles of Minneriya National Park to see elephants, birds and butterflies.
Or visit the ochre-coloured Lion Rock at Sigiriya – a fortified palace from the
6th century AD covered in Singhalese poems and frescoes. Our guides are gifted
storytellers, so wherever you choose to go, their vivid tales of Ceylonese history
will bring the scene to life.