Indulge your body while soothing your soul with traditional ‘Maldivian Sand Massage’
Dubai, UAE – Transforming traditional wisdom and local lore into a contemporary Maldivian spa experience, the OBLU by Atmosphere at Helengeli is pleased to welcome guests for a wellness summer retreat on its unique all-encompassing – ISLAND Plan.
Situated in the North Atoll and just 50-minutes away by speedboat from Male’ International Airport, the resort comprises of 136 villas in 4 categories, with high-quality world cuisine, combined with a range of activities including snorkelling and channel diving along with a serene Garden Spa.
Surrounded by tall palm trees and a lush garden overlooking the Indian Ocean is the tranquil ELE | NA The Spa by Atmosphere. Deep Nature Spa Retreat, ELE | NA The Spa is a natural sanctuary where guests can ease their muscles, relax and balance body and soul.
Taking a unique approach to health and wellness rituals, ELE | NA The Spa offerings include a myriad of treatments, many incorporating the island’s traditional therapies. They offer a variety of therapeutic, pampering, holistic and signature treatments to suit individual needs and preferences. ELE | NA The Spa by Atmosphere uses products that are prepared daily using natural ingredients from the island and their treatment resembles the positive energies of elements of nature – Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water.
“We have the best team of therapists who really knows the background of what they are offering.The real wow, however, awaits within the substance of the therapies and treatments. Our spa offers therapies created from Maldivian traditions and with Maldivian names lending an authenticity and uniqueness to all treatments offered,” Lisa Gerosa, Resort Manager.
One of the most famous spa treatment at ELE | NA The Spa is their signature ‘Maldivian Sand Massage.
Maldivian Sand Massage – Taking a holistic approach, traditional methods of Sand massage lead into the emergence of conventional and rejuvenating techniques aimed at relaxing the body, mind and moving beyond to touch the soul. The native Maldivian sand massage is performed in the natural environment. It starts with an exfoliation using cool, wet sand to restore your healthy glow and is followed by acupressure along the energy meridians. After you rinse off the sand in the ocean, pure coconut oil is applied to soften and nurture the skin.