Although we all understand that ‘health is wealth,’ we often struggle to prioritise our well-being and take the necessary steps to maintain it. From hectic lifestyle to lack of effort, many reasons are there that often prevent us from following the tricks required for good health and wellness. However, If you’re looking for a break from this cycle, consider dedicating a few days entirely to your health and wellness! Soul festival taking place amid the idyllic surrounds of Soneva Fushi in the Maldives’ Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve is giving you that opportunity.
Explore details about this enriching festival that celebrates wellness and good health from here.
Start Your Five-Day Journey to Improved Health and Wellness at Soul Festival 2024
Soul Festival happening from the 9th to the 13th of October, 2024 presents insightful panel discussions, engaging workshops, and transformative experiences in the idyllic surroundings of Soneva Fushi in the Maldives’ Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
This five-day long festival is an ideal platform for discussing and discovering the ‘Future of Wellness’’. The presence of the World-renowned health and well-being visionaries, thought leaders, and pioneers will surely add a great dimension to this event.
Incorporating a rich tapestry of inspiration, the festival also presents music, art, and culture alongside wholesome, nourishing dining.
Credit: Aminath Haneen Siddiq for Soneva.
Soul Festival Package: Event Schedule at a Glimpse
Your wonderful journey to this tour will begin at Jetty C where you will board a boat to enjoy sunset cocktails by Out of the Sea before walking towards the Banyan Tree. The journey continues at Kitchen Junction, followed by a detour to the Bookshop, followed by a buffet dinner at Mihiree Mithaa.
Take a look at the event details here.
Credit: Moosa Haleem @moseshalym for Soneva.
Credit: Aminath Haneen Siddiq for Soneva.
Wednesday 9th October: ALL DAY
Leisure Time: Enjoy Soneva Soul’s signature treatments and wellness offerings or explore Soneva Fushi’s beaches, watersports, and other enriching experiences.
Thursday 10th October: DAY 1
8:00 – 9:00 Morning Body Movement with Sanctum on the Sandbank
9:00 – 09:55 Breakfast at Mihiree Mithaa
9:55 – 10:00 Welcome Address by Sonu Shivdasani and Dr Lilly-Marie Blecher at Down to Earth
10:00 – 11:00 The Biology of Presence with Zach Bush at Down to Earth
11:15 – 12:15 The Future of Healthcare and the Keys to Longevity with Dr. Nasha Winters at Down to Earth
12:15 – 15:00 Lunch at Out of the Sea
14:00 – 15:00 Human MRI: Ayurvedic Pulse Diagnosis with Dr GN Lakshman at Soneva Soul
15:00 – 15:45 The Transformative Power of Breath with Marcel Hof, Anders Olsson, and Julie Webster at Down to Earth
16:15 – 17:30 The Art of Healing: The Role of Art in Maintaining a Healthy Life with Cilau Valadez, Julie Webster and Luuk Melisse at Down to Earth
17:30 – 18:15 Leisure Time: Enjoy Soneva Soul’s signature treatments and wellness offerings or explore Soneva Fushi’s beaches, watersports and other enriching experiences.
18:15 – 21:00 Wellness Dinner at Shades of Green
Friday 11th October: DAY 2
8:00 – 9:00 Authentic Movement Session by Soneva Soul at the Turtle Beach Champa.
8:00 – 9:00 The Hof Method: Breathwork and Ice Bath with Marcel Hof at Soneva Soul.
9:00 – 10:00 Breakfast at Mihiree Mithaa.
10:00 – 11:00 Treat the True Cause: The Healing of Identity with Jamie Wheal at Down to Earth
11:15 – 12:15 The Evolution Gap: Healing the Disconnect Between Our Slow exploration to Biological Evolution and the Fast Track of Innovation with Eric Edmeades on Down to Earth.
12:15 – 15:00 Lunch at Mihiree Mithaa.
14:00 – 15:00 Wixárika Arts Talk and Demonstration with Cilau Valadez at Villa 11.
15:00 – 16:00 The Power of Eight: Harnessing the Power of Group Intention with Lynne McTaggart at Down to Earth.
16:15 – 17:45: A Panel Discussion with Bryan Hubbard, featuring insights from Zach Bush, Dr. Nasha Winters, Dr. Ahmed Elsakka, and Ibu Robin Lim on Down to Earth.
17:45 – 18:30 Sunset cocktails at Out of the Blue with a live DJ performance.
18:30 – 21:30 Dinner at Out of the Blue
Saturday 12th October: DAY 3
8:00 – 9:00 Flow Stretch with Sanctum at the Turtle Beach Champa.
9:00 – 10:00 Breakfast at Mihiree Mithaa.
10:00 – 11:00 Cured: Strengthen Your Immune System and Heal Your Life with Jeffrey Rediger at Down to Earth.
11:15 – 12:00 The Frontiers of Metabolic Medicine with Dr Ahmed Elsakka, Dr. Nasha Winters, Katarina Le Blanc and Zach Bush at Down to Earth.
12:15 – 13:30 Maintaining Peak Performance with Jamie Wheal, Eric Edmeades, and Irina Sharma at Down to Earth.
14:00 – 16:30 Picnic Lunch at Mendhoo Island hosted by Sonu Shivdasani.
16:30 – 18:30 Leisure Time: Enjoy Soneva Soul’s signature treatments and wellness offerings or explore Soneva Fushi’s beaches, watersports, and other enriching experiences.
18:30 – 22:00 Dinner and film screening of the Netflix documentary Cooked, followed by a virtual interview with acclaimed food writer, Michael Pollan at Cinema Paradiso
Sunday 13th October: DAY 4
8:00 – 9:00 Farewell Movement Beach Session with Sanctum at the Turtle Beach Champa.
9:00 – 10:00 Breakfast at Mihiree Mithaa.
10:00 – 10:45 Birth in the Era of Climate Change with Ibu Robin Lim at Down to Earth
11:15 – 12:15 Cancer: A Patient Perspective with Sonu Shivdasani, Dr Nasha Winters, and Irina Sharma at Down to Earth.
12:15 – 15:00 Lunch at Out of the Blue.
14:00 – 15:00 Neurosomatic Breathwork with Julie Webster at Villa 11.
15:00 – 15:45 Cultivating a Life of Inspiration with Irina Sharma at Down to Earth.
16:15 – 17:45 When Things Fall Apart: The Journey from Breakdown to Breakthrough with Jamie Wheal, Dr Nasha Winters, Julie Webster, and Zach Bush at Down to Earth.
17:45 – 18:30 Leisure Time: Enjoy Soneva Soul’s signature treatments and wellness offerings or explore Soneva Fushi’s beaches, watersports, and other enriching experiences.
18:30 – 21:45 Explore and celebrate diverse flavours and stories with the Soul Food Journey, nourishing our bodies, hearts, and souls.
And to make your soul journey a worth-remembering one, Tramuda is ready to arrange everything for you. Take a look at our amazing Soul Festival Package 2024 here.
What is Included in Our Package?
- Daily full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner, food only) at assigned SOUL program destinations including Mihiree Mithaa, Down to Earth, Fresh in the Garden, and Out of the Blue.
- Receive daily tickets for the SOUL program, covering all events, sessions, and workshops. Enjoy complimentary round-trip transfers by wheeled plane between Velana International Airport (Malé) and Soneva Fushi.
- For round-trip seaplane transfers, there is a supplement charge of USD 700 per adult and USD 350 per child under 15 years old.
- One complimentary 60-minute spa treatment per bedroom per stay.
- A 20% reduction on Soneva Soul treatments (excluding Wellness Specialists and In-Villa Services).
- You will get Complimentary access to The Den, the largest beautiful children’s club in the Indian Ocean.
- Enjoy round-the-clock barefoot guardian service, along with personal bicycles and tricycles at each villa. You’ll also get Electric buggies on request.
- Welcome drink and cold towel upon arrival, with a selection of Maldivian amenities, homemade chocolate, ice creams, fresh fruit, and deli items from the cheese room.
- Access to the Observatory, Cinema Paradiso, shared yoga and meditation sessions on scheduled times.
- Enjoy the complimentary use of the fully equipped gym, tennis court, and non-motorised water sports facilities.
Credit: Moosa Haleem for Soneva
Wrapping Up
So, if you need a soul refreshment and improved health and well-being get ready to attend this event without delay. And to give the sole focus on your well-being and health allow us to take care of all the other details. Good health is something that matters most for a better living. So, focus on it and lead the happy life that you truly deserve!
