On land

Just steps from your Four Seasons villa or suite are a multitude of options for sports and recreation. You can also make friends with some of the island's oldest inhabitants by stopping to say hello to our Aldabra tortoises down by Kannel Restaurant.

Fitness
The Health Club at Landaa Giraavaru is a unique mind-and-body experience designed to provide physical challenges and mental relaxation. Maintain your regimen in a state-of-the-art fitness facility featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, full-length mirrors, surround-sound audio system and advanced cardio fitness equipment with individual flat screen televisions.

Tennis
Take a break from aquatic activities to practise your tennis skills or take lessons from our on-site tennis pro. The Resort's outdoor tennis court is lit for night play, and complimentary tennis racquets and balls are available.

Beach Volley
Get social with this sun, sand and sea inspired sport.  Join fellow guests for an exciting game of beach volleyball, with a fun mystery prize for the winning team.

Jogging
A leisurely jog around the island at dawn or dusk is one of the best ways to enjoy the refreshing island air and keep fit. Jogging maps are available to help you plan your route.

On the water

Stand-Up Paddle
Explore the calm waters of the sheltered, horseshoe-shaped bay with an invigorating stand-up paddle tour. Hire a board and receive a simple lesson before heading out  to enjoy a great workout for arms and core muscles, while taking in a new, spectacular angle of the Resort.

Snorkelling Excursions
Fun for the whole family, embark on a magical underwater adventure in search of turtles, Nemo and all manner of marine residents. Don't worry if you're not comfortable in the water yet as our recreation team will be happy to teach you

Motorized water sports
Hire a speedboat just for you, or ride along the lagoon surface in a tube or on a banana at an exhilarating pace. The Boathouse has a plethora of tempting options for you to enjoy.

JetBlades
Introducing the most technically advanced hydro-foot jets on the planet! Propelled by water and powered by adrenalin, ?arise? from our calm lagoon and embark on unbeatable airborne acrobatics with our revolutionary underfoot jetboards.

Kitesurfing
Kitesurfing melds surfing, wakeboarding, wakesurfing and flying into a hassle-free freestyle, with huge potential for fast progression. Landaa's clear safe lagoon extends for two kilometres without any obstructions, making it one of the best places in the Maldives to take to the skies.

Jet Skiing
Take a jet ski for a spin in the lagoon; hitch a ride with one of our team; or embark on an adventure package for an in-depth exploration of the surrounding area ? including the chance to find a dolphin or manta ray!

Parasailing
Combine the thrill of a wing-free flying experience with an incredible bird's-eye view of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve from our state-of-the-art Cherokee 30 parasailing winch boat ? complete with large landing platform at the rear. Fees apply.

Dolphin Cruise
There are hundred of dolphins in the waters around Landaa Giraavaru. Join our marine biologist for a short briefing then climb aboard for the chance to watch schools of spinners up close.

Sunset Fishing
Hop aboard our traditional wooden dhoni and cruise into the sunset for a spot of hand-line fishing. With any luck you'll catch dinner ? and maybe even spot a pod of playful dolphins!

Boot camp
Getting fit has never been so scenic! Our pristine beaches make for excellent resistance jogging ? then let our instructors guide you through exercises to get you on the move and feeling great.

Marine Discovery Centre
Located on the island, the Marine Discovery Centre works to enrich the guest experience through education, research and conservation of the marine environment. It is the base for pioneering research on manta rays and coral reefscaping, leading to knowledge that will help preserve these at-risk species.

Under water

Scuba Diving
Get certified or hone new skills whilst immersed in the wonders of the UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve: warm, crystal-clear seas, vibrant coral gardens and mesmerising marine life ? all under the expert guidance of our PADI Five-Star IDC Dive Centre Team.

Children

whether your family is young, all grown up or at any stage in between, Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru is a wonderful home base. We go out of our way to make our youngest guests feel welcome, and our resourceful Concierge is always close at hand ? to make reservations for a family dinner, offer suggestions for tomorrow's outing or help arrange a babysitter. Children under 12 can share their parents' room at no extra charge.

The Kuda Velaa (?little turtle?) Club keeps our youngest guests entertained during their stay, with exciting games, cultural craft-making, educational activities and beach fun. The club is open to children from the ages of 4 to 12, who are all supervised by our our Kids' Coordinator. Children aged three or under are welcome when accompanied by an adult guardian.

Sample activities
Our program at the Kuda Velaa Club aims to keep kids active outdoors, allowing them to experience the Maldivian spirit. Kids can take part in the following activities:

• Out and about ? nature walks, sandcastle building, beach games, lizard safari, hermit crab hunt and palm tree picnics
• Getting wet ? swimming, snorkelling, sailing and kayaking
• Show your talents ? cookie decorating and make-your-own pizza
• Scavenger hunts
• Tennis lessons
• Dhivehi language practice
• Yoga for kids
• Marine Centre exploration, touch tank and fish feeding

Young Adults' Centre ? Majaa Maizan

Majaa Maizan, our young adults' centre, welcomes guests between the ages of 13 and 18. It's the perfect place to hang out and meet new friends or catch up with old ones. Enjoy a game of pool, table tennis or table football. Watch a movie on the plasma-screen television, use the PlayStation or access the Internet. Or enjoy beach and water sports.

An activities guide lists exciting options to make your stay in Landaa Giraavaru even more memorable, and a staff member is always on hand to answer any questions you may have. Please contact the Resort's recreation team for more information or to organise activities.

Notes: Before your stay, simply provide us with the names and ages of the children in your party, so that we can be ready with

• A welcome amenity for our youngest guests
• Child-size bathrobes
• Complimentary babies' and children's toiletries
• Children's menus in our restaurants and through In-Room Dining

With 24 hours' notice, we can arrange reliable babysitting services for children under 12 years of age. We will do everything possible to accommodate requests with shorter notice. Please note that there is an hourly fee for this service and a maximum of two children per babysitter. For more information, please contact Guest Services.

Dining

In-Villa Dining
Breakfast includes an inspired selection of nutritionally balanced, healthy items including freshly squeezed juices, granola and egg white omelettes. Also available are set Japanese breakfasts. Lunch and dinner present home-style classics, curries and a vegetarian selection. For afternoon tea, enjoy traditional tea-time favourites or a Maldivian version with a unique twist. Satisfy your midnight cravings with a light salad, sandwich or pasta dish. An extensive selection of wines and other alcoholic beverages complements your In-Villa Dining.

Private Island Picnic
The ultimate couple's castaway adventure ? we'll leave you stranded (with a phone to call us!) on this Robinson Crusoe inspired, Four Seasons styled paradise picnic.

Sandbank Dinner
Cruise into the sunset to a candle-lit, sand-carved table: your secluded sandbank address for one of the world's most remote and breathtaking private dining experiences.

Mid-Ocean Dinner
Sail the short distance from Landaa's Fuego shore to a private platform in the moonlit lagoon. Marvelously marooned, await each course ? exclusively delivered by boat.

Blu Beach Romantic Dinner
Relax with your feet in the sand and your head in the clouds at a private dining table on Blu Beach, complemented by the fresh, Italian flavours of Chef Mirko's delectable cuisine.

Al Barakat Dhoni Cruise
Step back in time and savour the authentic Arabian delights of our Al Barakat restaurant aboard a traditional wooden ?dhoni'.  Simple yet spectacular oceanic dining.

Sunset champagne cruise on board Landaa Summer
Sail into the sunset sipping Champagne aboard the luxurious Landaa Summer and draw inspiration from the utopian unity of the surrounding UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.

Breakfast in Bed
The simplest pleasures are often the sweetest. Indulge in a hand delivered tray of your favourite breakfast bites for two, at your specified time. Dress code: optional!

SPA

Deep in the midst of Landaa Giraavaru, the Spa and Ayurvedic Retreat pulsates with life and wisdom, purity and health. With a strong emphasis on natural healing, the 1.2-hectare (3-acre) medically accredited complex draws its strength from the surrounding landscape, the integrity of ila's Beyond Organic products, and the intrinsic spirituality of its therapists and ayurvedic physicians.

Massages
Our selection of massage therapies offers a wide range of pressures, strokes and benefits.

Om Supti Night Spa Ritual
Delicately designed to lull body and mind into a deeply meditative state, Om Supti Night Spa Ritual calms the nervous system, relaxes the spine and reduces the body's stress levels ? paving the way for restful sleep and peaceful dreaming.

Chakra blessings
Help cleanse and balance your chakras to ensure your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual bodies can function at their optimal levels.

All-inclusive Panchakarma
Embark on an intensive and highly personalized ayurvedic cleansing program. Panchakarma is serious detoxification designed to help relieve deep-rooted stress and elminate illness-causing toxins

Ayurveda
Take advantage of ayurveda ? the Indian ?science of life? ? to bring supreme balance to your vital energies.

All-inclusive ayurvedic immersions
Working with their yogi, nature's pharmacy, and the island's exceptional team of therapists and chefs, two ayurvedic physicians will guide you along your own transformational path to ultimate wellness.

Eating & Drinking

Savour the tastes of Asia, sample Lebanese and Moroccan fare in a rooftop setting, dine on Italian as lagoon and ocean views stretch into the distance or enjoy the day's catch or organic meats poolside.

One small island rarely brings so much of the world to your plate.

Al Barakat
Named after Abu Al Barakat Yusuf Al Barbari, a North African scholar who made Baa Atoll his home in the 12th century, Al Barakat serves authentic Arabian cuisine. The restaurant is built over water, off the main jetty. A shisha bar is located on the ground level. The main dining area on the rooftop features comfortable low seating.

Café Landaa
Overlooking the swimming pool and beach, the three thatched-roofed pavilions of Café Landaa are separated by reflecting ponds. For breakfast, lunch and dinner, our chefs create exquisite delights with Eastern and Western influences.

Fuego Grill
Located adjacent to the seawater pool and overlooking the eastern coast of the island, Fuego Grill is open for dinner. The restaurant offers fresh catch of the day as well as a wide selection of organic and prime cut meats, salads, sandwiches and Asian dishes from an open kitchen pavilion. Teak tables and chairs are set in the sand facing the sea.

Blu
Located at the western end of the island overlooking a 2-kilometre (1.2-mile) lagoon, Blu embraces the essence of the Maldives as the place where the ocean meets the sky. From the restaurant pavilion on one side or the Blu Bar pavilion on the other, you can watch the sun sink below the horizon. The restaurant serves light antipasti, pizza and pasta during the day and fine Italian cuisine in the evening.

SeaBar
Take the short seawalk to one of the most relaxed decks in the Maldives. At Seabar, you'll laze on comfortable cushions as you sip our signature frozen margaritas and snack on tapas-style share plates and light bites ? all while admiring the lemon sharks and reef fish in the turquoise waters below.

Blu Bar
In the casual sand-floor setting of Blu Bar, enjoy exotic juices, tropical cocktails or a refreshing young coconut. As the sun sets, an aperitif or glass of sparkling Prosecco is the perfect prelude to an Italian dinner next door at Blu.

Shisha Bar
Perched over the lagoon by the main jetty, Al Barakat's Shisha Bar is open to the sea, with curtained sofas and ornate lanterns ? an atmospheric setting for pre-dinner drinks or Turkish coffee and shisha pipes.

Poolside Bar
Enjoy panoramic views of the Indian Ocean from the Poolside Bar. Wine, cocktails and refreshing tropical drinks are served throughout the day, as well as salads and light fare.

Romance

With endless white beaches, calm blue lagoons and a lush jungle wilderness, the raw natural beauty of Landaa Giraavaru provides the purest of backdrops for unadulterated romance.  From a secluded sandbank table or marooned mid-ocean dinner to a tantric ritual for two, let your imagination (and romantic rendez-vous) run wild.