Discover escapism in the peace and tranquility of the Maldive Islands. Devoted to your wellbeing, Cocoa Island enhances the the healing power of nature, with some of the finest healing traditions of Asia and this Chill Out package has been specially put together to destress from hectic Western lifestyles.

This Escape includes:

• 1 COMO Shambhala Massage 
• 1 Purify Holistic Facial
• 1 Indian Head Massage
• 1 private yoga class
• 1 private pranayama (breathwork) class
• Daily yoga at the Yoga Pavilion
• 7 nights accommodation
• Full Board - all healthy meals
• Round trip airport transfer by speedboat
• Return flights from UK to Male, Maldives

Awards:

 

- No 1 Hotel Spa (Africa, Middle East & Indian Ocean) - Conde Nast Traveller  Readers Spa Awards 2010

- No 7 Hotel Spa (Africa, Middle East & Indian Ocean) - Conde Nast Traveller Readers Spa Awards 2009

 

Cocoa Island Details

 

Location

Located on a private island in the Maldives, on the less developed South Male Atoll.  On the West side of the island lies the Kandooma Channel, considered to be one of the best dive sites in the Maldives and on the other side is a quiet reef for snorkelling. This place is all about totally switching off.  You can sit on your own piece of beach and feel like the island is totally yours!

Transfer Time -  40 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport

Rooms

All 33 suites and villas are cool, uncluttered and very stylish. All are ocean facing with private sundecks that have their own dining tables and sun loungers and most have direct access to the Maldivian sea.  The rooms are inspired by Dhoni boats, as used by local fishermen, adjoined by simple wooden walkways built above the shallow ocean. Complimentary mineral water and fresh fruit are supplied daily in the rooms.  

Food

Fresh and healthy Como Shambhala Cuisine is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  The emphasis is on raw organic ingredients which are easily digested and with higher vitamin and mineral content.  Dairy is replaced with blended organic nut milks, sugar replaced with honey and fresh fish and sea vegetables are widely used in the delicious and healthy options. If you want to switch to the regular menu you won't be sacrificing fresh and healthy.  Sri Lankan and Southern Indian flavours using local and fresh ingredients.  No set meal times mean you can eat at any time and also enjoy your meals in the privacy of the fabulous rooms.

Fitness and Daily Activities

Free daily yoga classes are held at the stunning yoga pavillion at 5pm.  Private yoga, meditation and pranayama sessions are available.  There is a gym at the Como Shambhala Spa if you need your daily workout.  Alternatively take advantage of the stunning environment at the watersports centre by trying some kayaking, windsurfing and snorkelling.  If diving is your passion, then you won't be disappointed.  The diving is exceptional!

Other activities

The library is well stocked and your chosen book or game can be delivered to your room. Island hopping, catamaran sailing and deep sea fishing excursions can be easily arranged.  We recommend that you CHILL - the therapeutic benefits of just enjoying this peaceful stunning environent are enormous. 

Insider Tips

• Beach bags and flip flops are supplied in the rooms 

Wellness Approach

• A fabulous holistic retreat with the usual extremely high standards expected from all the Como Shambhala spas.  A range of massages that will deeply relax and emotionally rebalance combined with restorative facials and body treatments.  There is a good selection of authentic Ayurvedic therapies that help to balance your constitution.  Highly recommended!

Freestyle Spa

• Separate Male and Female steam rooms and a substantial hydrotherapy pool with a stunning relaxation area including day beds, hammocks and swings.

Find out more about the benefits of  >>Freestyle Spa

Signature Treatment

The Cocoa Island Bath.  So much more than a bath! This treatment starts with dry brushing of the body to stimulate lymphatic system.  A specially made Como Shambhala scrub consisting of sea salt, macadamia oil, oat bran and other essential oils is applied before you step into a warm bath and relax to let the scrub take effect and nourish your skin.  The treatment concludes with a Como Shambhala massage.  Pure Bliss!

We Love

• The professionalism and expertise of the staff.  Kumar the resident yoga teacher has impressive qualifications and had his own yoga school in India.
• The simplicity of the treatment rooms.  Not ostentatious or ornate but simple wooden beach houses with private shower gardens and jacuzzis.

Return on Investment

Calmed & Refreshed.