JA MANAFARU INTRODUCES GLOBAL HEALERS TO ITS CASTAWAY ISLAND INSPIRED SPA

Adding a new dimension to Maldivian wellbeing with one of the region’s most culturally attuned spa programmes.  JA Manafaru Newfor 2026, JA Manafaru, the Forbes Travel Guide Recommended resort, introduces a curated calendar of international wellness practitioners at its Calm Spa Sanctuary. Bringing specialised treatments and global healing traditions to the island, each residency is rooted in ancient systems and natural elements, spanning disciplines from Ayurveda and Tibetan medicine to osteopathy, Reiki and movement correction. Designed for discerning travellers seeking a deeply restorative, heritage rich escape, JA Manafaru’s wellness philosophy presents a deliberate departure from the conventional wellness holiday.

Set in the Maldives’ northernmost atoll, Haa Alifu, one of the region’s least spoiled areas, JA Manafaru’s location brings a true castaway experience on its natural island, where the pristine surroundings enhance immersion in the resort’s evolving wellness concept. 84 villas, set across the shoreline and stilts above the lagoon, offer expansive layouts, high ceilinged timber interiors and unobstructed views which evoke space and stillness. Native flora, mature banyan canopies and winding garden paths encircle the Calm Spa Sanctuary, where wellness isgrounded by the elemental character of the island itself.

How to get there: British Airways operates direct flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Malé (MLE) in the Maldives, with a flight time of approximately 10 hours. From Malé, scenic seaplane transfers operate daily, landing directly at JA Manafaru’s overwater arrival jetty in the Haa Alifu Atoll in just over an hour.

Practitioners from March to October 2026:

• Dr. Gurung Yeshi Gyatso (Now – 20^th March 2026): A specialist in traditional Tibetan medicine, Dr. Yeshi offers therapies rooted in the Sowa Rigpa healing system. His treatments are designed to release tension, improve circulation, and restore balance to the body’s loong (wind energy). Each session supports stress reduction, sleep improvement and overall equilibrium through time-honoured, holistic techniques.

• Ranjith Saj (Now – 27^th March 2026): An Ayurvedic and integrative wellness practitioner with over 17 years of experience in therapeutic bodywork and traditional healing systems. Ranjith’s clinical approach draws on classical Ayurvedic principles and energy-based therapies to promote physiological balance and systemic wellbeing. His treatments focus on detoxification, muscular recovery, and circulation enhancement, tailored through personalised consultations.

• Stefano Beconcini (3^rd–30^th March 2026): With a background in physics and decades of clinical experience, Stefano addresses chronic pain through movement correction. His treatments combine rehabilitative Western techniques with ancient Thai bodywork, helping guests build long-term resilience and mobility.

• Kunnathuparambil Prathapan Vipinraj (1^st April–31^st May 2026): Vipinraj offers traditional Ayurvedic therapies that blend physical bodywork with subtle energy techniques. Each session is intuitively tailored to the individual’s constitution, promoting balance and calming the nervous system.

• Dr. Shreejit Ghadigaonkar (1^st–30^th June 2026): A classically trained Ayurvedic doctor whose therapies focus on identifying root causes of imbalance. Dr. Shreejit combines precise diagnosis with tailored treatments that support digestion, vitality and emotional wellbeing.

• Patience Bekezela Ngwenya & Nkosinamandla Ndebele (1^st July–30^th September 2026): Patience specialises in Elderly Massage, Reiki and Cancer Wellness, while Nkosinamandla offers Body Balance Reset therapy – a gentle alignment-based technique that corrects posture and supports structural wellbeing. Together, they offer holistic, compassionate care that fosters both physical ease and emotional calm.

• Dehlia Lapeyrie (1^st–31^st October 2026): Founder of ŌMIRI Massage, Dehlia brings expertise in Thai Massage, Sarga Bodywork and myofascial release. Her sessions are deeply restorative and grounded, combining strength with sensitivity to release tension and support recovery.

These limited-time residencies give guests access to specialised knowledge and holistic modalities from across the globe – all within the secluded surroundings of JA Manafaru’s island spa. Each session is tailored following an initial consultation, allowing therapies to be adapted to individual wellness needs while promoting restorative balance and long-term wellbeing.

How to get there: British Airways operates direct flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Malé (MLE) in the Maldives, with a flight time of approximately 10 hours. From Malé, scenic seaplane transfers operate daily, landing directly at JA Manafaru’s overwater arrival jetty in the Haa Alifu Atoll in just over an hour. Stay 7 Nights, Pay for 5 A deeper island experience with more time to unwind. This exclusive offer allows guests to enjoy seven nights in the Maldives for the price of five, extending barefoot luxury in the Haa Alifu Atoll at no additional cost.

Benefits include:

• Two complimentary nights when you stay seven nights or more.
• Available across all villa and residence categories
• Daily breakfast at Kakuni Restaurant
• Complimentary seaplane transfers in the Maldives.
• Access to a variety of leisure experiences and facilities.
• 20% savings on dining across all restaurants throughout the stay.
• Additional 10% savings with JA DISCOVERY.

Terms and conditions:

• Minimum stay of seven consecutive nights required
• Subject to blackout dates and availability at time of booking
• Cannot be combined with other offers or packages
• Additional terms and conditions may apply

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