Cocoa Island is a small, private island resort designed for those seeking an easygoing, foot-in-the-sand experience. The rich, warm waters and bountiful coral also promise some of the world's best beaches, snorkelling and diving.
Wake up to an empty horizon from your over-water bungalow. As evening approaches, watch a tiny fishing boat ply the cobalt ocean. Cocoa Island offers indulgent therapies,Yoga, diving, gourmet cuisine and exciting excursions.
How to get there
Cocoa Island, known locally as Makunufushi, is located among South Malé’s coral atolls. The advantage is you don’t, as with many resorts, need to take a seaplane but a 40-minute speedboat transfer from Malé.
The 40-minute speedboat transfer from the airport at Male costs US$200 per person (round trip) or US$100 for 4 to 12 year-olds. Children 0-3 years travel free of charge. This is in a boat shared with other guests. For private transfers, it costs $330 per person.
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Ufaa, meaning happy in Maldivian, is a foot-in-the-sand space with covered and uncovered seating. It flanks the resort’s infinity-edged pool, in natural wood and Kajan thatch, and is presided over by Australian chef, Daniel Johnson,showcasing the Malabar Coast’s rich gourmet heritage as well as modern interpretations of Southeast Asian cooking. The tandoor is employed to allow for fat-free, flavour-laden grilling of meats and fish. Healthy COMO Shambhala Cuisine is also offered.
Butlers can also serve a private dinner on your terrace, or in a silent space on the sands - lit by candlelight, under a simple tent, with the water lapping at your toes.
Guest Services
Wellbeing
Discover the calming spirit of the Maldives
Cocoa Island has developed a substantial COMO Shambhala Retreat for guests seeking mental quietude, physical wellbeing and spiritual balance through Yoga, Ayurveda and other holistic treatments.
There is an open-air pavilion for Yoga practice. In addition, find four treatment rooms (including one for couples), steam and large hydrotherapy pool.
COMO Shambhala Retreat at Cocoa Island also offers a series of ‘Wellness Paths’ comprising suggested treatments to help achieve the mind-body balance suited to your needs.
Activity Planner
Although most guests come to Cocoa Island to relax in privacy, there are others who spend their time exploring the local region – both above and underwater.
The diving is exceptional, you can also go deep-sea fishing, partake in watersports off the beach, like windsurfing or catamaran sailing. Resort offers beach drop-offs, dolphin and sunset cruises, a cookery lesson or guided snorkelling.
Diving in the Maldives is regarded as some of the best in the world with warm and gentle seas for the absolute beginner or experienced diver. At Cocoa Island, resort has a team of PADI instructors with in-depth knowledge of local waters, the coral reefs, wrecks and seasonal highlights. Diving kit is also provided, including Scuba Pro BCDs and regulators with 11 litre tanks. Wetsuits are long-leg and short-arm. The resort also provides Gull and Mantis masks, Technisub fins and Aladdin Pro dive computers. The compressor is a Bauer V-20.
Diving Seasons
During the dry season (January to April), currents tend to be strong with excellent visibility (25 to 40m). Most dives are at the channel entrance or drop offs where all the big fish can be seen, such as giant trevally and large schools of eagle rays.
Rainy season (May to December) brings rain and tropical storms, but some very good dives for manta rays. Visibility is reduced due to plankton in the water; however, this is also what most marine creatures feed upon.
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Celebration
This private island, encircled by a lagoon with its sand snaking out into a perfect spit, creates an unbeatable setting for a sunset wedding* blessing.
With just 33 Water Suites and Villas, Cocoa Island is also ideal for those who want to take over the entire island for a family get-together. Resort can arrange the entire event, including flowers, music, or a seafood dinner on the edge of the lagoon.
*Please note weddings at Cocoa Island are purely ceremonial, not recognised by law.
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Experience gentle cosseting in a blissful wilderness – a contemporary resort which reflects the Maldives' soul. The view from the wide platform bed is directly out to the watery expanse. The bathrooms, a bath and shower, share the horizon views. Interiors are quietly contemporary with a nod to local rusticity in Maldivian kajan roofing.
Cocoa Island offers complimentary WiFi and high-speed Internet access in all guestrooms, the reception area, bar and restaurant |
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Suites and VillasDhoni Suites |
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Eight, split-level bedrooms have king-sized or twin beds. The spacious living area leads onto a chic private sundeck with two chaise lounges, a dining table and direct access to the lagoon. A highlight is the sitting area with an outsize Balinese-style day bed. The bathroom is large with a double-ended tub backed by a mirrored wall. Click here for Floor plan |
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Dhoni Loft Suites |
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These suites are distinguished by bedrooms on a mezzanine level beneath the rafters. You enjoy commanding views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, the ocean light softened by sheer white drapes. They are among our most popular rooms because of the expansive living areas. A staircase leads to the loft, fitted with a king-sized bed and ensuite WC. There’s a bathroom on the lower level as well as sundeck with direct lagoon access. Click here for Floor plan |
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Loft Villas |
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With full-length windows overlooking the Indian Ocean, these villas with expansive sundecks bring the outside in. The loft area is fitted with a king-sized bed and ensuite WC. The main bathroom features a double vanity unit, bathtub and shower stall as well as a secluded outdoor shower with steps into the lagoon. Click here for Floor plan |
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One Bedroom Villas |
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A private entrance deck leads into a calming, light-filled space. The bedroom features a comfortable king-sized bed and an ensuite bathroom with an island bath, separate walk-in and outdoor showers. The spacious living room leads to the private sundeck with direct access to the lagoon, the interior style including chic whites, teaks, and contemporary, hand-finished furniture inspired by the colonial traditions of Southern India.. Click here for Floor plan |
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COMO Villas |
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In COMO villas, both the king-size and twin-bedded rooms each have an ensuite bathroom with a bath, indoor and outdoor shower and private sundeck.They also have a pantry with microwave, stove and fridge. The spacious living room offers striking views of the turquoise lagoon through full-length windows. Four decks overhang the lagoon. Personal butlers attend to every request, making this the ideal family house for those with older children. The COMO Sunset Villa is further distinguished by its own jetty, allowing private access to and from Cocoa Island. Click here for Floor plan |
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Cocoa Island Maldives Free Nights Offer
Earlybird Special - Stay 7 nights/ pay 5 nights!
7 nights from AU$2255 per person
7 Nights Accommodation staying at Cocoa Island in a Dhoni Suite
- American Breakfast daily
- Complimentary use of non-motorised watersports equipment
- Complimentary mineral water
- Complimentary use of snorkelling equipment
- Return speedboat transfers
Honeymooners also receive:
Bottle of champagne, fruit platter on arrival and a Honeymoon souvenir
USD $100 credit per couple towards selected spa treatments
Conditions for Cocoa Island Resort special:
- On sale until the 31st July 2012 or until sold out
- Valid for stays from 01st May 2012 - 23rd December 2012
- Prices are person and subject to availability
- Must be booked at least 45 days prior to arrival.
- Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply depending on date of travel
- Rates do not include the USD$8 per person per night Maldivian Bed Tax, payable directly to the resort
Rates and availability are subject to change without notice.
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Your specialist will confirm at time of booking.
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