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The Nautilus

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The Nautilus

The Nautilus

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Maldives

Step into a world of your own making; a world with no restraints, where time has no meaning and where you have the freedom to live exactly as you please.

Maldives

Step into a world of your own making; a world with no restraints, where time has no meaning and where you have the freedom to live exactly as you please.

The brain child of Dr Maniku, Maldivian entrepreneur and revered forward-thinker, The Nautilus is inspired by the modern bohemian. What started life as a retirement project – realising his vision to create a dream retreat in the heart of the Maldives – has since evolved into a personal passion to fill and innovate a niche in luxury travel.

A true labour of love, The Nautilus creates a meaningful and unpretentious space where travellers can experience true Maldivian authenticity, how and when they please.

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Travel notes
  • 26 ocean and beach houses and residences
  • Signature house: The Nautilus Mansion designed by the owner as his ultimate beach home
  • Seamless VIP service from the runway, through immigration and customs and connection via luxury seaplane
  • 4 restaurants over water, on the sands and poolside, plus requests prepared on demand
  • Solasta Spa set on stilts over the lagoon with glass-floored treatment rooms
  • 26 ocean and beach houses and residences
  • Signature house: The Nautilus Mansion designed by the owner as his ultimate beach home
  • Seamless VIP service from the runway, through immigration and customs and connection via luxury seaplane
  • 4 restaurants over water, on the sands and poolside, plus requests prepared on demand
  • Solasta Spa set on stilts over the lagoon with glass-floored treatment rooms
Pricing
We customise every trip to you and our quotes are bespoke.

A sense of
place

Set amongst the iridescent reefs and cays of Baa Atoll, The Nautilus’ location is key to understanding its philosophy.

In the heart of this UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, and just 30 minutes from Malé via seaplane, the resort is surrounded by nothing but raw Maldivian beauty – providing the perfect base to explore the atoll through a series of individualised experiences and bespoke programmes.

Its essence...

BOHEMIAN
INDIVIDUAL
FREEDOM

In pursuit of...

A luxurious beachfront villa with a thatched roof at sunset, surrounded by palm trees and clear skies.
...Freedom from time

An island free from the constrictions of time, The Nautilus is a celebration of the individual spirit, and bestows the gift of true freedom unto its guests. Through unscripted dining, bespoke programmes, and a highly personalised, exceptionally private level of service, each and every moment is tailored completely – giving guests the space, choice and time to truly discover, and celebrate, themselves. 

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    Wake up
    here

    Inspired by the unique and enduring form of the nautilus shell, each house at this resort provides an opulent and elegant yet bohemian escape for its visitors. For a truly standout stay, ask about The Nautilus mansion; the island signature beach home. This one-of-a-kind residence comes complete with custom-made furnishings and is built on a prime spot in the sand.

On location

Luxurious tropical resort interior with thatched roof, elegant hanging lamps, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

Service at The Nautilus is of the highest standard. True to its word, the resort offers its guests complete freedom – even down to what, and when, they eat. Unscripted Dining across three restaurants and two bars allows any meal to be eaten at its most convenient time, while each house’s pantry is personalised and stocked with favourite foods and drinks prior to arrival.

The Nautilus Maldives has been designed for the new generation of luxury travellers; travellers who are looking for transformative experiences and activities that they can share with those who matter the most to them

A Carrier
curation

Share with us in advance your personal goals. Whether it’s to relieve tension or quiet a busy mind, we will collaborate with Nautilus experts prior to your trip to customise a bespoke wellness programme in advance of your arrival.  

If you want to go at your own pace, just ask – we can arrange private wellbeing sessions in the seclusion of your residence at a time that suits you.

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Destination essentials
  • Dec - Mar
    HIGH
  • May - Nov
    LOW
SEASON
  • 10hrs 40min
    LHR - MLE
  • 30min
    MLE - DRV
FLIGHT
  • 30min
    BY SEAPLANE - VELANA
  • 20min
    BY YACHT - DHARAVANDHOO
  • 2hr 30min
    BY YACHT - VELANA
TRANSFER
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