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Coconut Reverence—A Cultural & Craft Ritual of the Maldives
Price
USD 185 per person including tax
Duration
4 Hours
Recommended Dress
Resort Casual
Additional Details
Includes a Maldivian snack with coconut and a coconut-infused cocktail or mocktail as well as a storytelling session with hosts. Guests may bring a camera or notebook to document the experience.
Experience
Step into the heart of Maldivian heritage and immerse yourself in an unforgettable celebration of the coconut tree, lovingly called the Miracle Tree for its incredible versatility and importance in island life. Your experience begins with a warm welcome on a stunning beach, where you’ll receive a personalized sarong to wear. Safeeru, your culture ambassador, shares the many roles this incredible tree plays in Maldivian life, from its culinary uses to its importance in art and craftsmanship. Watch in awe as a skilled local climbs a towering coconut tree with ease, then savor the refreshing taste of freshly harvested coconut water. Get hands-on with coconut crafts, weaving leaves into beautiful creations, before joining a cooking class to prepare authentic Maldivian dishes featuring coconut as the star ingredient. End the day with a lively mixology session, crafting coconut-based cocktails to sip as the sun sets over the ocean. This immersive experience celebrates tradition, creativity, and the natural beauty of island life.
Itinerary
A Warm Island Welcome
Receive a personalized sarong and an introduction to the coconut tree’s deep-rooted role in Maldivian daily life and tradition.
The Tree of Life
Explore how every part of the coconut tree—from husk to frond—is used in architecture, wellness, food, and ceremony.
High Climb, Fresh Pour
Watch a traditional tree climbing demonstration, then enjoy a refreshing sip of coconut water freshly harvested from above.
Crafting from Nature
Learn the art of coconut and palm leaf crafting with a local expert. Create your own handmade keepsake to take home.
Mashuni, Made by You
Step into the kitchen to prepare “Mashuni,” a beloved Maldivian dish of coconut, tuna, lime, and spice, served with traditional roshi flatbread.
Sip & Celebrate
Finish with a fun coconut-based cocktail-making session. Shake, pour, and toast to an unforgettable day of taste and tradition.
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