Soneva Secret

Soneva's fourth property — 14 overwater and beachfront villas on a private island in Makunudhoo Atoll.

Soneva Secret opened in 2024 on a private island in Makunudhoo Atoll, the fourth property in Sonu Shivdasani's portfolio after Soneva Fushi, Soneva Jani, and Soneva Kiri. The 14 villas — split between overwater and beachfront configurations — each have private pools and dedicated 24/7 Barefoot Butle

Key Features

• private pools
• overwater villas
• beachfront villas
• personalized dining
• Barefoot Butler service
• spa
• snorkeling with manta rays
• observatory

Dining

• Personalized in-villa dining
• Sandbank dinners
• Chef's Table experiences

Signature Experience

Snorkeling with manta rays guided by the resident marine biologist — the programming runs structurally rather than as resort entertainment.

Accolades

Condé Nast Traveler Hot List 2025

Vibe: Private-Island, Barefoot-Butler, Marine-Biology, Soneva-DNA

Featured In Our Collections

Soneva Secret is featured in 7 of our curated collections:

When to Visit Maldives

Best time: The best time for ultra-luxury travel is from January to April.

Demand: Demand peaks from December to February, attracting affluent travellers.

Pricing: Ultra-luxury property pricing escalates during peak season.

Insider tip: Consider booking private villas or overwater bungalows during the shoulder season.

Avoid: The period from May to October should be avoided due to the wet season.

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