Leading luxury resort brand Soneva has joined forces with international health organization ORGANIC INDIA to launch the first ever SOUL Festival in the Maldives.
SOUL Festival
is a festival that invites everyone to pay attention to their health.
and eating well
Held from 29 September - 8 October 2023 at Soneva Fushi, a luxury resort located in Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve (UNESCO), one of the the largest islands of the maldives
Over the course of 10 days, it offers a learning experience in all forms of wellness.
Both private and group
From the crisis of the COVID-19 epidemic that occurred, people therefore pay attention to health.
Including living better and more sustainable like never before Both Soneva and Organic India are leaders in innovation and positive change.
and is committed to caring for the well-being of people and the environment.
Proceeds from ticket sales from the SOUL Festival will go to the Soneva Foundation.
and the Organic India Foundation to support the development of projects that have a positive environmental, social and economic impact.
The SOUL Festival was established with the aim of fulfilling the closeness with nature for all participants to do activities.
Filled with delicious food
explore things
and initiate creativity
while celebrating the ancient healing arts.
and modern innovations that will benefit everyone
and everything in this world
Events that will take place every weekend feature panel discussions from world-class experts in various dimensions of health.
Interspersed with group yoga and meditation classes.
Includes spiritual healing arts, musical performances and dinners on the sand to celebrate the festival.
The SOUL Festival's activities on weekdays will focus on finding the path to good health among participants.
Everyone will get to explore themselves closely with workshops.
and one-on-one consultations with reputable experts on how to build well-being
Soneva Fushi will be an inspiring place of tranquility yet powerful.
And the amazing beauty of the island surrounded by the blue sea.
This place will enhance everyone's wellness experience.
and allow them to feel rejuvenated, relaxed, and feast on great, healthy food.
Everything will be meticulously prepared specifically to meet the participants' wellness goals, including plant-based diets and natural herbal extracts.
(Adaptogenic) that will help balance and restore from the inside.
The unique and rare experience of the SOUL Festival also gives everyone the opportunity to reconnect with nature.
Embrace a slow lifestyle during activities.
Since launching on a zipline through the rainforest
Dine on Treetop, Snorkeling with Marine Biologists
Swim with manta rays
to sit and watch the sunset on a private sandy beach
for organizing SOUL Festival for the first time in history
will be filled with many guests whose visions and ideas influence the world.
and world-class health experts to help explore the boundaries of everyone's health and wellness.
The guest speakers who will be attending the event include Shamini Jain, psychologist, scientist.
and social entrepreneur, Dr. Emeran Mayer, gastroenterologist
neuroscientist
and author of The Mind Gut Connection, Shauna Shapiro, clinical psychologist.
and mindfulness experts,
Bruce Lipton, Goi Peace Award winner and bestselling author, Sadhvi Bhagwati Saraswati, renowned spiritual leader
and motivational speaker, award-winning journalist Jo Marchant.
and New York Times best-selling author, Louis Schwartzberg, American director, producer,
Dr. Libby Weaver, 13 times best-selling author and founder of Bio Blends, Gaia Vince, award-winning science journalist, Dr. Lilly - Mary Belcher (Dr. Lilly-Marie Blecher), naturopathic physician
and Oriental Medicine, Dr. Robert Svoboda, Ayurvedic Physician and Writer
First Westerner to graduate from an Ayurveda college and licensed to practice in India, and Amanda Huggins, stress management and mindfulness expert.
“We are very proud to host the very first SOUL Festival at Soneva Fushi,” said Sonu Shivdasani, CEO and co-founder of Soneva.
“The topic of wellness permeates everything we do at Soneva, from the barefoot concept that reconnects our guests to the world.
natural place
delicious healthy food
and a life-changing experience for every visitor.
Every program at this festival is designed to give us the opportunity to explore every aspect of health and wellness.
I can't wait to welcome each expert to our shores.”
“The SOUL Festival is a rare pilgrimage to explore our minds and bodies with world-class experts in health and wellness.
and revitalization,” adds Festival Director Chris Deckker.
including private dinners
and adventures on distant islands
This festival will be an experience like never before.
unique in the world
and will be held on one of the most magical islands in the Maldives.”
In addition to guests participating in the festival's activities.
You can also experience a very special vacation at Soneva Fushi, such as the splendor of miles of pristine white sandy beaches surrounded by calm turquoise waters.
Stay in beautiful private villas with 'Barefoot Guardians' who are available 24/7 for all guests' needs.
Deliciousness from fresh ingredients
and flavors that are ready to be presented from around the world
Everything is designed to create an unforgettable experience during your stay here.
For those interested in attending the SOUL Festival, Soneva offers a special offer starting at $6,900 for two guests. This price is for a minimum stay of 3 consecutive nights, and festival tickets are included. 2 tickets and access to all programs during the stay
With a luxury private villa, 3 meals a day in the restaurant of your choice.
and domestic transfer service by plane
Find out more at soneva.com.