Luxury resort Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has announced the opening of its Nala Orchid Garden, offering guests a range of experiences centered on orchids, flowers, and plants native to the Maldives Islands. With around 1,200 blooms of 25 different orchid varieties, the garden is perfect for nature lovers, who can opt for a leisurely stroll or guided tour with the resort’s resident Orchid Guru, Prem Pemithalaka. Prem’s approach to plant care includes talking to the orchids, and he encourages guests to send positive affirmations to the flowers during their guided tour.
In addition to the guided tours, guests can indulge in flower essence therapy sessions and spa treatments, which incorporate the tropical atoll’s floral aromas, flavors, and sights. Guests can also enjoy an elegant afternoon tea in the garden or opt for the unique Flower Essence Therapy session, which explores an individual’s personality and emotional state through a conversational exchange and flower-card reading. The session provides guests with their own unique flower-essence remedy to take home, made from wildflowers, trees, and bushes that contain calming and mood-enhancing properties.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is a tropical paradise located within the UNESCO Biosphere of the Baa Atoll, offering guests an immersive experience that connects them with nature and feeds their spirit and body with the beauty and tranquility of the Maldives Islands. With guided tours, luxurious spa treatments, elegant afternoon teas, and Flower Essence Therapy, guests are sure to leave feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and inspired.
The Nala Orchid Garden also offers guests an opportunity to indulge in an elegant afternoon tea, featuring Maldivian or English treats such as lobster and caviar mashuni rolled in chapati bread and curried chicken and cheese baked in pastry. Prices start from $295++ per person based on two sharing and include half a bottle of champagne.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is committed to preserving the island’s flora and fauna, and guests can take a guided tour with the Orchid Guru to learn about the different orchid varieties found at the resort and how to grow and treat them. With its commitment to sustainability and luxury, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is a must-visit destination for guests seeking unique and immersive experiences that encapsulate the tropical beauty and serenity of the Maldives.