Imagine a holiday that takes you from exploring ancient temples and spotting wild elephants to gorgeous overwater villas and some of the world's dreamiest stretches of sand. The shores of the Indian Ocean offer it all, and by twinning lush Sri Lanka with the tropical idyll of a private island in the Maldives, you get a holiday that offers double the unforgettable experiences.
Sun Siyam has unforgettable escapes in both destinations. This collection of 24-hour premium all-inclusive resorts is 100 per cent Maldivian-owned, offering an authentic way to immerse yourself in the rich cultures and pristine scenery that define Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Choose Your Escape
In Sri Lanka, Sun Siyam Pasikudah is a boutique hideaway that forms part of Sun Siyam's Privé Collection, a group of small romantic resorts for an intimate, authentic experience, where barefoot simplicity merges with gorgeous design and a richly intuitive service.
In the Maldives, the Privé Collection continues with Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, where you can snorkel the colourful house reef and take your pick from tropical villas tucked among the coconut palms or set on stilts over the dazzling waters. And then there is Sun Siyam Iru Veli, another boutique hideaway where hand-thatched villas all come with private pools and dolphins frolic offshore.
For the ultimate indulgent experience, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi is a Luxury Collection property, ideal for couples and families. It combines private island exclusivity with a jungle spa and signature experiences. Walk from one world-class restaurant to another, where the only choice is between which sunset view is the most heavenly and what to ask your butler for next.
Families and active couples will want to choose a resort from the Lifestyle Collection. Siyam World is a tropical realm of constant wonder where no two days look the same, offering 24-hour premium all-inclusive adventures in a stunning setting. Splash with the kids in the region's largest floating water park or go horse-riding on the beach, trotting through the surf. Spread across three islands, and only 40 mins by speedboat from the airport, Sun Siyam Olhuveli should be at the top of your travel list. Arrive by zipping over the waves, before taking a trip to dive under the waves to discover marine life.
Sri Lankan Soul
Start your journey on the north-east coast of Sri Lanka, where Sun Siyam Pasikudah invites you to immerse yourself in the island's vibrant culture and relax on jungle-fringed beaches. At this secluded hideaway, there is an expansive infinity pool along the white-sand shoreline and an Ayurvedic spa. And once you've drunk your fill of those amazing views, bespoke experiences will help you discover the local area.
Join the Sun Siyam chef in the local market, selecting the catch of the day for lunch in a cooking class teaching you about the rich spices and exotic fruits that mark Sri Lankan cuisine. Explore the ancient temple complex of Dambulla or the ruins of Polonnaruwa, both Unesco World Heritage Sites, meet locals at a nearby village or spot wild elephants and a kaleidoscope of bird species at Minneriya National Park.
Pick Your Perfect Sun Siyam Break
- Sun Siyam Olhuveli: 7 nights from £2,149 pp (based on 2 adults sharing). Includes flights from London Heathrow, a Beach Pavilion room on an all-inclusive basis, and speedboat transfers. SPECIAL OFFER: Save up to 25% and enjoy a FREE one-time dolphin cruise. To book, call Kenwood Travel on 0203 918 9202 or visit KenwoodTravel.co.uk. Priced for 1 September departure, based on 2 adults travelling together.
- Sun Siyam Olhuveli: 7 nights from £3,099 per adult and £645 per child. Includes flights from London Heathrow, a Grand Beach Villa with Pool on an all-inclusive basis, and speedboat transfers. SPECIAL OFFER: Save up to 25% and enjoy a FREE one-time dolphin cruise. To book, call Kenwood Travel on 0203 918 9202 or visit KenwoodTravel.co.uk. Price based on 2 adults and 2 children travelling together, departing on 27 Oct 2026 (in October half term).
- Sun Siyam Vilu Reef: 7 nights from £2,489 pp, based on two adults sharing. Includes flights from London Heathrow, a Deluxe Beach Villa on an all-inclusive basis, and seaplane transfers. SPECIAL OFFER: Save up to 25% and get free seaplane transfers. To book, call Kenwood Travel on 0203 918 9202 or visit KenwoodTravel.co.uk. Price based on two adults departing on 23 September 2026.
- Sun Siyam Pasikudah, Sri Lanka: 7 nights from £2,199pp, based on two adults sharing. Includes: Direct return flights from London Heathrow with Sri Lankan Airlines and all-inclusive basis. SPECIAL OFFER: Save up to £520 per couple. To book, call Travelbag on 0203 393 9620 or visit Travelbag.co.uk. Price based on two adults sharing on selected Departures in September 2026. All packages subject to availability.
You can also book directly at SunSiyam.com.
A Secluded Escape
Once you've had your fill of Sri Lankan history and culture, it's time to find tranquillity in the Maldives. At Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, you can snorkel right out to the reef from your beach villa, a hideaway beneath a green roof of palm fronds. Or opt for a water villa, set right over the lagoon, so you can simply dip into the water from your private deck. Wellness treatments at the spa are rooted in traditional wisdom, and dining options combine Indian and Italian flavours, fresh fish and plant-based cuisine featuring fresh ingredients sourced from island veggie gardens.
Explore more of your surroundings through immersive island experiences, from Cinema by Moonlight and breakfast in a traditional Maldivian village to early-morning fishing on a local dhoni, dolphin spotting at sunrise, visits to neighbouring islands or even a hands-on Maldivian cooking class. Head out at dawn on a traditional Dhoni fishing boat and catch a glimpse of dolphins frolicking in the surf, visit neighbouring islands or take a Maldivian cooking class.
Multi-Island Adventures
Perhaps you'd like to combine Sri Lanka's cultural immersion with the endless possibilities offered by Sun Siyam Olhuveli, an idyllic haven, spread over three islands, that combines the tranquil beauty of villas and bungalows on white-sand beaches or poised over the waves, with an invigorating adventure destination. Here, you can swim with manta rays or whale sharks – the gentle giants of the deep – windsurf across the glassy-clear waves, go jetskiing, or go scuba diving at any of the 50 dive sites.
Families and couples will find plenty to entertain them here, from whizzing over the crystal waves on a kiteboard to swimming laps in the Maldives' longest pool. You can even zip across the lagoon on a sporty jet car. And when you return, laughing and windswept, enjoy an island-inspired wellness ritual in one of the three spas: one set in lush jungle, another overwater and the other on its own island. And you'll love the foodie options, too, with 24-hour premium all-inclusive, you have access to 20 restaurants and bars that take you from relaxed beach eats to fine dining and bars that combine crafted cocktails with sensational views.
Sun Siyam makes it effortlessly easy to enjoy the best of both worlds in a single holiday. It's the perfect Indian Ocean escape where you can enjoy cultural immersion, gorgeous scenery and everything wrapped up in your all-inclusive stay.
Find out more and book your holiday at SunSiyam.com.
