A moment for every season

Events

Occasions on the island calendar, each one worth planning your stay around

A small calendar of occasions builds through the year: festive traditions, wellness weekends, culinary moments, and more as the calendar grows. It’s worth checking what’s on during your stay.

Highlight Event

Festive Season

20 December – 1 January

At Kandolhu Maldives, beneath wide Maldivian skies and beside gentle glistening waters, the season unfolds as a celebration of togetherness, fine dining, island ritual, and quiet discovery. From Christmas traditions to elegant dinners beneath the stars, Kandolhu invites you into days and nights shaped by warmth, meaningful moments, and the intrinsic nature of island life.

Exclusive Culinary Collaboration with Celebrated St Moritz Chef Fabrizio Zanetti

Wednesday 14 and Monday 19 October 2026

Join Fabrizio Zanetti, Gault-Millau’s Rising Star of the Year 2024, for a highly exclusive series of fine dining events. This is a rare opportunity to taste Chef Zanetti’s celebrated culinary artistry in the serene setting of Kandolhu Maldives.

An Exclusive Culinary Experience with Two-Star Michelin Chef Benjamin Peifer

Saturday 26 and Tuesday 29 December 2026

This spectacular event showcases chef Peifer’s brilliant fusion of Japanese culinary techniques and regional ingredients. With no set menu, the guiding motto is simply: “Trust the Chef”. Surrender to his vision and experience ingredient-led, Michelin-starred dining creations from one of Germany’s most exciting gastronomic talents.

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More of the island made yours: plan ahead, stay longer, or mark the occasion.

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Kandolhu Bliss: A Secluded Retreat for Two A private corner of the island, set aside for quiet romance and considered moments. More detail

Exclusive Early Booker Deal Book ahead, and the island meets you halfway before you’ve even arrived. More detail

Summer by the Sea Where warm days drift easily between soft sand, calm water and quiet time together. More detail

Making Memories A gentle introduction to island life, made simple from the moment you arrive. More detail