RAAYA by Atmosphere

★★★★★

RAAYA by Atmosphere is a 5-star private island retreat in Raa Atoll, a 45-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport, Malé.

Island: Raaya
Atoll: Raa Atoll
From the airport: 45 min by seaplane
Villas & rooms: 167
Villa types: 8
Meal plans: AI
Restaurants & bars: 11

The island

If life is a journey, then adventure and discovery enrich its essence. Rediscover the thrill of a splendid voyage amidst the serenity of our shores when you sail to the epitome of a castaway adventure & unforgettable escape at RAAYA By Atmosphere. Nestled in the heart of powdery white beaches & crystal-clear waters of Maldives, RAAYA invites you to immerse in lush tropical forests and unravel the legend of Seb, an adventurer and artist marooned on this island. Enveloped in an enchanting timeless spirit, let RAAYA revitalize you like it did for Seb years ago here in Maldives, at one of the top all-inclusive resorts, where every moment is infused with wonder.

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RAAYA by Atmosphere is a 5-star private island retreat in Raa Atoll, a 45-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport, Malé. The resort has 167 beach and water villas in 8 categories, built around the story of Seb, a shipwrecked adventurer and artist who discovered the island. Dining runs from the all-day RAAYA Life restaurant to Italian, Pan-Asian, Middle Eastern and farm-to-table specialty venues, and the island has a mangrove experience, a dive centre, an artist zone and a sports zone with paddle tennis, futsal, mini-golf and a skate circuit. Everything is sold on the RAAYA Plan™, which blends the stay with world cuisine, premium beverages, spa treatments, ocean experiences and artistic interludes.

45-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport, Malé
167 villas in 8 categories
RAAYA Plan™ all-inclusive holiday plan
Seven dining and bar venues plus Seb's Farm farm-to-table specialty dining
RAAYA's secret mangrove discovery experience with guided nature walk
Sports Zone with paddle tennis court, futsal court, mini-golf course and skate circuit
DISCOVERY DEN kids club with campsites, zipline, trampoline and a shipwreck
Artist Zone with a complimentary wooden Dhoni building workshop
ELE|NA Ayur Spa & Wellness with a yoga pavilion and UNO Salon
Complimentary champagne on arrival at the Manta Air lounge, Noovilu Seaplane Terminal

In pictures

A look around Raaya

Where you stay

8 ways to stay

Size bars drawn to scale against the largest villa. A = adult, C = child.

Beach Villa

Beach

61 m²

Wrapped in lush tropical foliage and soothing birdsong, this island refuge features tropical interiors, indulgent amenities and a king size bed. A private terrace and garden with loungers and table seating sits a few steps away from the beach and lagoon. Max: 2 adults.

22 on the island

Beach Villa with Pool

BeachPrivate plunge pool 7m²

91 m²

As the Beach Villa - tropical interiors, indulgent amenities, a king size bed and a private terrace and garden a few steps from the beach - with the addition of a 7m² private plunge pool. Max: 2 adults and 1 child.

50 on the island

2 Bed Room Family Beach Villa

Beach

142 m²

Bright and airy suites spread along a pristine beach, with two interconnected bedrooms, cosy furnishings, a picturesque window seat, vibrant tropical accents and plenty of outdoor space including a hammock. Close to the Village Square and Kid's Zone, so suited to families with younger kids. Max: 4 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.

14 on the island

2 Bed Room Family Beach Villa with Pool

BeachPrivate pool 19m²

232 m²

The two-bedroom family beach suite with the option of a 19m² pool and beachfront cabanas for dining and lounging. Max: 4 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.

20 on the island

Water Villa

Overwater, inner lagoon

73 m²

Villas reminiscent of castaway ships of yesteryear, elevated with modern furnishing, amenities and a minibar replenished daily. The private overwater deck has sun loungers and an overwater hammock. Max: 2 adults.

32 on the island

Water Villa with Pool

Overwater, inner lagoonPrivate plunge pool 7m²

80 m²

The overwater villa with sun loungers and an overwater hammock on the private deck, plus a 7m² private plunge pool. Max: 2 adults.

26 on the island

Deluxe Water Villa with Pool

Overwater, inner lagoonPrivate pool

92 m²

The largest of the overwater categories, with a private overwater deck, sun loungers, overwater hammock and a private pool. Max: 2 adults.

2 on the island

RAAYA Residence

BeachPrivate infinity pool 41m²

849 m²

A palatial suite on a tranquil corner close to the mangrove, reached by a path weaving through a garden court. Two expansive master bedrooms, each with its own entry for absolute privacy. At the heart is an ocean-facing outdoor deck with a 41m² private infinity pool, pantry, dining pavilion, bar, spa pavilion and a stretch of soft sandy beach. Max: 4 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.

1 on the island

Meal plans

Choose how you dine

Every board basis this island sells. Open a plan for exactly what it covers and what it leaves out.

The RAAYA Plan™

BreakfastLunchDinnerDrinks

What it covers

Breakfast 07:00-10:00, lunch 12:00-14:30 and dinner 19:00-22:00 every day at RAAYA Life all-day dining: buffet spread of Asian, European, Indian and Maldivian cuisines, live cooking stations, dim sum, salad bar and fruit and dessert displays
Grand Maldivian Night on Fridays at RAAYA Life with Boduberu entertainment
SOAQ pool bar: bar 10:00-22:00, lunch/snacks 11:30-18:00, Hedhikaa (local snacks) 16:00-18:00, pool 07:00-19:00
RAAYA HUB sports bar 12:00-00:00 - cold beers, cocktails, mocktails and bar snacks
Seb's Shack 16:00-19:00 - iced teas, smoothies, cold pressed juices, ice-cold beers and light eats
Premium brands of spirits, wines and beers at RAAYA Life, SOAQ, RAAYA HUB, Ampers&nd, The Village, Mizāj and Seb's Shack
Unlimited cocktails and signature drinks
Mocktails, seasonal fresh fruit juices, soft drinks, RAAYA Still & Sparkling water, and a variety of tea and coffee
Global selection of over 30 wines from the RAAYA Plan™ Wine Menu
In-villa minibar replenished daily with wines, beers, soft beverages and snacks
Complimentary Manta Air lounge services at Noovilu Seaplane Terminal on arrival - welcome drink, snacks, kids playroom and Wi-Fi - plus a flute of champagne at the arrival lounge
Complimentary access to a fully equipped gymnasium and the open air yoga pavilion
Weekly and seasonal group activities including yoga and strength training
DISCOVERY DEN kids club: complimentary guided art and craft activities and explorations in the natural playground with campsites, zipline, trampoline and a shipwreck
A guided weekly adventure for children exploring the island and the story of Seb
Complimentary snorkelling gear for all guests throughout the stay
ONE snorkelling excursion shuttle daily to selected sites nearby (on pre-registration, weather permitting)
ONE traditional sunset fishing excursion per guest during the stay
ONE sunset cruise per guest during the stay
RAAYA's secret mangrove discovery experience with complimentary guided nature walk
Access to the Sports Zone: paddle tennis court, futsal court, mini-golf course and skate circuit
Complimentary wooden Dhoni building workshop at the Artists' Zone, one Dhoni per stay, as a souvenir
Complimentary use of non-motorized water sports throughout the stay: windsurf board and sail, canoe and stand up paddle board
Spa treatments at ELE|NA Ayur from a special RAAYA Plan™ Spa Menu for adults 18 years and above, per person per stay: 4-7 nights ONE 45-minute treatment, 8-11 nights TWO, 12-15 nights THREE, 16-19 nights FOUR

Not included

UNO Salon services (chargeable, not included in the RAAYA Plan™)
Late check-out (subject to availability at an additional cost)

Eat & drink

12 places to eat and drink

From breakfast on the lagoon to the last drink of the night.

Restaurants & bars12

RAAYA Life · All-day dining buffet - Asian, European, Indian and Maldivian cuisines, live cooking stations, dim sum, salad bar, fruit and dessert displays

Contemporary all-day dining restaurant overlooking ocean views. Grand Maldivian Night on Fridays with Boduberu entertainment. Dinner set-up on the beach, weather permitting.

Breakfast 07:00-10:00, lunch 12:00-14:30, dinner 19:00-22:00 - everyday

SOAQ · Pool bar - cocktails, bar snacks and Hedhikaa (local snacks)

Nestled under screwpine trees, opening onto a stretch of sandy beach and turquoise ocean.

Pool 07:00-19:00, bar 10:00-22:00, lunch/snacks 11:30-18:00, Hedhikaa 16:00-18:00 - everyday

RAAYA HUB · Sports bar - cold beers, cocktails, mocktails and more

Set amidst lush greenery next to the paddle tennis, mini-golf and futsal facilities.

12:00-00:00 - everyday

Seb's Shack · Refreshing light eats - iced teas, smoothies, cold pressed juices, ice-cold beers

A rustic beach shack with a laid-back surfer spirit.

16:00-19:00 - everyday

The Village · Italian - pastas, gnocchi and risotto, paired with fine wine

Specialty dining. An Italian coastal village setting in RAAYA island's Village Square.

Lunch 12:00-13:30 | 13:30-15:00; dinner 18:30-20:30 | 20:30-22:00 (open 6 days a week); pre-booking required

Ampers&nd · Pan-Asian - locally sourced seafood, premium meats and vegetarian options, with handcrafted cocktails

Specialty dining and bar. Beachfront cabanas, indoor seating with live music, and a rooftop bar with sunset views.

Lunch 12:00-13:30 | 13:30-15:00; dinner 18:30-20:30 | 20:30-22:00 (open 6 days a week); bar 22:00-00:00; pre-booking required

MIZĀJ · Middle Eastern fine dining

Specialty dining. A poetic pool bar that converts into an a la carte fine-dining restaurant in the evening.

Dinner 18:30-20:30 | 20:30-22:00 (open 6 days a week); pre-booking required

Seb's Farm · Farm to table specialty dining

Veli Dinnerextra cost

A dining experience created by excavating sand for an oceanfront setting, a romantic dinner surrounded by the sand. USD 450++ per person, subject to 10% service charge and 17% T-GST. Menu options: Vegetarian, Alifaan, Indian, Seafood, Gourmet Meat Lover, Earth & Ocean.

Candle Light Dinnerextra cost

A starlit candlelit dinner on the white sand with personalized service. USD 200++ per person, subject to 10% service charge and 17% T-GST. Menu options: Vegetarian, Alifaan, Indian, Seafood, Gourmet Meat Lover, Earth & Ocean.

Lagoon Lunchextra cost

A lunch on the pristine beach under an umbrella. USD 150++ per person, subject to 10% service charge and 17% T-GST. Menu options: Vegetarian, Alifaan, Indian, Seafood, Gourmet Meat Lover, Earth & Ocean.

Floating Breakfastextra cost

Served in your private pool with a glass of sparkling wine. USD 75++ Vegetarian, USD 80++ Maldivian, USD 95++ RAAYA, subject to 10% service charge and 17% T-GST. Available for pool villa guests, with an option for non-pool villa guests at extra cost.

Things to do

Days on Raaya

Water sports

Snorkelling excursion shuttleIncluded
Non-motorized water sports (windsurf board and sail, canoe, stand up paddle board)Included
Group snorkeling lessonExtra cost
Jet skiExtra cost
SeabobExtra cost
Fly boardExtra cost
Towables - fun tube and banana boatExtra cost
Board sports - water ski, wakeboarding, kneeboardingExtra cost
Wind surfing lessonExtra cost
Transparent kayakExtra cost

Excursion

Traditional sunset fishing excursionIncluded
Sunset cruiseIncluded
RAAYA's secret mangrove discovery experienceIncluded
Night SnorkelingExtra cost
Dolphin Quest CruiseExtra cost
Coral Garden snorkelingExtra cost
Turtle Quest SnorkelingExtra cost
Local Island VisitExtra cost
Stargazing CruiseExtra cost
Manta SnorkelingExtra cost
Whale Shark SnorkelingExtra cost
Sand Bank VisitExtra cost
Big game / sport fishingExtra cost
Private boat hireExtra cost

Entertainment

Wooden Dhoni building workshop at the Artists' ZoneIncluded

Land sports & gym

Sports Zone - paddle tennis court, futsal court, mini-golf course, skate circuitIncluded

Spa & wellness

Fitness Centre and Yoga PavilionIncluded

Kids

DISCOVERY DEN Kid's ClubIncluded

Diving & snorkelling

Bubble Maker (age 8-10)Extra cost
Discover Scuba DiverExtra cost
Entry Level Scuba Diver CourseExtra cost
Open Water Diver courseExtra cost
PADI Advanced Open Water DiverExtra cost
PADI Rescue DiverExtra cost
PADI Adventure Dive / Adventure Diver courseExtra cost
Regular divesExtra cost
Night diveExtra cost
Specialty diving coursesExtra cost

Included with your stay

The little things that come with it

ONE traditional sunset fishing excursion per guest during the stay
ONE sunset cruise per guest during the stay
ONE snorkelling excursion shuttle daily to selected sites nearby (on pre-registration, weather permitting)
Complimentary wooden Dhoni building workshop at the Artists' Zone - one Dhoni per stay, as a souvenir gift
RAAYA's secret mangrove discovery experience with complimentary guided nature walk
A flute of champagne at the arrival lounge, and complimentary Manta Air lounge services at Noovilu Seaplane Terminal
45-minute spa treatments per adult (18 years and above) per stay from the RAAYA Plan™ Spa Menu: ONE for 4-7 nights, TWO for 8-11 nights, THREE for 12-15 nights, FOUR for 16-19 nights
In-villa minibar replenished daily with an assortment of wines, beers, soft beverages and snacks

Island life

Spa, children, reef and romance

Spa

ELE|NA Ayur - Spa & Wellness curates healing massages and spa treatments inspired by the island's natural elements. Under the RAAYA Plan™, adults 18 years and above are eligible per person per stay for 45-minute treatments from a special RAAYA Plan™ Spa Menu: 4-7 nights ONE treatment, 8-11 nights TWO, 12-15 nights THREE, 16-19 nights FOUR - an additional spa service for every 4 nights of stay. Within the spa, UNO Salon offers specialized styling services; UNO Salon is chargeable and not included in the RAAYA Plan™. There is also an open air yoga pavilion.

Children

The DISCOVERY DEN Kid's Club offers complimentary guided art and craft activities and explorations in a natural playground with campsites, zipline, trampoline and a shipwreck first discovered by Seb, plus a guided weekly adventure in which children explore the island, learn about the shipwrecked artist Seb and hunt for evidence of his life through art and remnant creations.

Getting there

From the plane to your villa

Velana International Airport, MaléOur team meets you on arrival
Seaplane45 minutes, daylight hours only
RaayaRaa Atoll

Met at the airport by a resort representative, escorted to the Manta Air counter for boarding card and luggage check-in, then transported by air-conditioned vehicle to the exclusive Manta Air lounge at Noovilu Seaplane Terminal. Complimentary lounge services include welcome drink, snacks, kids playroom and Wi-Fi, plus a flute of champagne at the arrival lounge.

The island map

Find your way around

At the resort

Facilities

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