Kandima Maldives – The Active Lifestyle Destination is Ready to Welcome Guests!

Kandima Maldives, the active lifestyle destination, is ready to welcome guests worldwide. The only true active lifestyle resort in the Maldives, Kandima Maldives, has left no shell unturned when it comes to delivering a guest experience that is anything but ordinary!

The resort has taken the opportunity to ride the wave of change and reimagine its guests’ lifestyle in ways that answer their evolving needs and aspirations while inspiring them to live life to the absolute fullest. At Kandima Maldives, health, safety, and wellbeing not only come as standard; they are taken to the next level. Endorsed by experts, the new K’OnGuard health and safety program, K’App with tech-savvy inclusions and contactless services give guests peace of mind so that fun never has to stop.

We are incredibly excited to welcome guests back to Kandima Maldives. We have revisited and reimagined our offering to create a journey like never. We have spent the past few months carefully curating food, health, safety, wellness & recreation experiences to match our guests’ current needs & expectations– not to mention technology that will elevate the entire experience. We want to do more than give our guests peace of mind; we want to give them a trip to remember. One that’s bursting with smiles, laughter and memories that will last a lifetime. Kandima never compromises on fun, so why should our guests?
Brett Castleman, General Manager at Kandima Maldives, said

Get ready to just play as Kandima Maldives just doesn’t do boredom! This seriously stylish lush private island escape, renowned for its active lifestyle, welcomes back guests with its uplifting ‘Lifestyle Reimagined’ campaign, not to mention some new and kool initiatives and activities:

The Fresh Lab

Kandima Maldives introduces The Fresh Lab, a new farm-to-table initiative designed to support the local Maldivian communities and the environment, and to give guests a taste of sustainable and experiential dining in all 10 of its on-site dining destinations.

K’OnGuard programme and added safety measures

Kandima Maldives is one of the only few resorts with a state of the art medical clinic with international doctors, that provide round the clock assistance, at the island itself. The specially designed K’OnGuard program closely manages all health, safety, and service protocols while also delivering the differential resort experience to guests.

The island is large, making social distancing easy; all areas are regularly sanitized, and a full safety guideline can be experienced while keeping no compromise of the fun elements of the resort.

D.I.V.E, K’App and Contactless service

D.I.V.E online is a Maldives-first fully immersive virtual platform that provides interactive digital tour experience of the island for guests to enjoy even from the comfort of home. Always looking for ways to innovate and enhance guest experience, Kandima Maldives’ K’ App provides digital check-in and pre-arrival registration from one’s own devices and contactless dining at all F&B outlets thanks to QR coded menus. Kandima can easily facilitate quick and hassle-free COVID-19 PCR tests as per the guests’ requirements.

Anything but Ordinary Activities

Kandima Maldives is a playground for the kids and big kids looking for speed, excitement, relaxation, marine beauty, watersports, diving or just that private piece of paradise. Not only is the resort home to the longest outdoor pool in the Maldives, but it’s also an ‘Aquaholics’ dream thanks to the watersports and diving school.

Lifestyle Reimagined brings a new spirit and new activities to the island: expert therapists provide walking meditation and yoga classes against an ocean backdrop, while Reiki and specially designed spa treatments help guests to de-stress, disconnect and recharge, ready to play once again.

Kakuni Point

This stunning end of the island spot is perfect for swimming, relaxing, yoga and photography. The K’Krew spent a lot of time here during lockdown and officially named it Kakuni, a Dhivehi word for crab as there are many to be spotted here. This spot is a visual treat and a photographer’s dream capturing the most amazing underwater experience and sunsets at Kandima, Maldives.

Kandiland

Lifestyle Reimagined isn’t just for adults. Kandima Maldives’ little VIPs can play all day in the best and one of the biggest kid’s clubs complete with its own water park. Strict safety standards ensure peace of mind and the Kandiland experts have got a lot planned from individual play to new exciting kids’ programs.

To kick-off the resort’s new chapter, Kandima, Maldives has some exciting announcements coming soon as well. Kandima Maldives is a place with an authentic Maldivian soul. The resort is under the new hospitality group Pulse Hotels & Resorts, and caters for guests of all ages: families, couples, groups of friends and honeymooners. Whether you seek relaxation, both aquatic and island adventures, wellbeing, fitness or just family time, this 266-room beach resort has something for everybody.

Feature image by Kandima Maldives

On April 19, 2025, Marriott International celebrated the success of 31 apprentices who graduated from the second batch of its Maldives Apprenticeship Program. The special ceremony took place at the Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa and featured key dignitaries, including Hon. Ibrahim Waheed, the Minister of Youth Empowerment, Information, and Arts, along with other officials from the Ministry of Youth Empowerment and the Maldives Institute of Technology (MIT). Additionally, Mark Fletcher, Marriott’s Area Director of Human Resources for Singapore and the Maldives, also attended to acknowledge the graduates’ achievements.

Hon. Ibrahim Waheed highlighted the program’s role in empowering the youth of the Maldives, commenting, “Today, we celebrate 31 apprenticeship graduates. These are 31 futures redefined—each a testament to what happens when opportunity meets action. To our apprentices, you step forward as ambassadors of possibility. And to Marriott International, thank you for not just supporting this program, but for championing it—your commitment to mentorship and local capacity building is truly admirable.”

A Collaborative Effort in Hospitality Training

The Marriott Apprenticeship Program is a collaborative effort between Marriott International, the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Community Empowerment, and MIT. This 10-month program provides participants with a well-rounded education that includes theoretical lessons at MIT and hands-on experience at various Marriott resorts across the Maldives. Specifically, the apprentices received training in several key hospitality sectors, including front office operations, culinary arts, food and beverage service, and housekeeping.

By partnering with the Maldivian government, Marriott became the first international hospitality brand to support such an apprenticeship initiative in the country, reinforcing its dedication to developing local talent. In this way, the program supports Marriott’s broader mission to cultivate the next generation of leaders in the fast-growing Maldivian tourism industry.

Practical Experience Across Marriott’s Maldives Resorts

The apprentices completed their theoretical training at MIT before gaining practical experience at Marriott’s luxurious properties in the Maldives, such as The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands; The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort; JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa; W Maldives; Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa; Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa; and The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort.

True to the company’s guiding principle of “We Put People First,” Marriott focuses on helping young professionals grow and succeed. As a result of their hard work, all the graduates received Level-3 certification, officially recognized by the Maldives Qualification Authority (MQA). This certification acknowledges their successful completion of both the academic and practical components of the program, preparing them for careers in the hospitality industry.

Looking Ahead to a Bright Future

Mark Fletcher reflected on the program’s origins, noting, “When we launched this program in 2023, it was envisioned as a pilot, a leap of faith, grounded in belief. A belief in crafting talents of Maldivian youth, belief in the strength and collaboration, and belief in Marriott’s commitment to “take care” – not just our people but the communities where we serve. What began as an initiative is now a movement, and Marriott International is proud to be the first international hospitality brand to officially launch such apprenticeship program in the Maldives”

Ultimately, this graduation marks a key milestone in Marriott’s efforts to contribute to the long-term sustainability of the Maldives’ tourism industry by fostering a talented and skilled local workforce. Marriott looks forward to watching its graduates embark on successful careers and continue playing an essential role in the growth of the country’s hospitality sector.