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About Como Cocoa Island

The COMO Cocoa Island, known locally as Makunufushi, is a private luxury resort located in the South Malé natural Atoll. This popular tourist destination sits on the Indian Ocean providing exemplary services and breath taking views.
It consists of 33 luxury villas and suites designed from local fishing boats called 'Dhoni'. Each of these are linked by wooden planks forming a pathway over the clear ocean. The rooms allow you to look out into the ocean in every direction and observe the calm sea bringing peace to your heart. If you take a walk outside on the walkway, you can see the beautiful coral reef below your steps. The over water suites tempt you to step into the calm and clear water.
The Island provides many services, all aimed at making your visit as peaceful and relaxing as possible. One third of the Island, its therapy and wellness center called the 'COMO Shambhala Retreat'. This place offers excellent massages and Asian therapies for your body. 

There is a long list of things you should get excited about while reading this page. The Island offers unique experiences that are simply spectacular. Those which you have not done already, you might want to add to your to-do list. Sunset fishing takes place as the sun starts to shift slowly below the horizon trying to wait as much as it can, for you to catch Maldives' big fish. Swimming amongst the marine life, also known as Turtle snorkeling, is also an exciting adventure you would not want to miss. 
At this Island, you get a chance to leave all your troubles behind and go on a sunset cruise through the Indian Ocean. If you get lucky, you might even get a chance to see Dolphins playing around right beside your boat.

 

Must See

  • Turtle snorkeling which involves swimming amongst the cute Sea Turtles
  • Shark snorkeling which includes an adventurous swim near the most common species of predator in the open ocean
  • Nearby Island excursion trips to explore the local culture
  • Sunset cruise gives you a mesmerizing sunset view of the Indian Ocean
  • Experience the therapeutic services offered by the 'COMO Shambhala Retreat'
  • Dolphins playing around near your boat during your sunset cruise
  • Coral Reef under and near your room
  • Sponsor a 'Coral Propagating frame' as a marine biologist plants it in the sea bed in the Island's coral garden
  • Attend the 'Marine Talk' which is a discussion on marine life by a marine biologist

How to reach

It is a 40-minute speedboat ride from the International Airport on the main Malé Island

Adult (11 years and above) speedboat fee, 350 USD
Children (2 to 11 years) speedboat fee, 175 USD
Infants (0 to 2 years), complimentary

Tips

  • Bring comfortable clothing items with you to relax at this peaceful Island
  • You should bring sun block to avoid sunburns
  • Buying special packages available on 'COMO Cocoa Island' website might make your trip more eventful and cost effective
  • Plan the activities ahead of time so that you do not miss out on any of the many activities and experiences you may enjoy on this Island
  • 'Ufaa' is the main restaurant on the Island that serves many different types of cuisines
  • Enjoy the 'Sandbank Sunrise Breakfast and Dinner' as the management arranges a private table for you to enjoy the wholesome feeling of nature all around you while you take a bite
  • Be mindful of the timings for breakfast and dinner, and the arrangement of a private table
  • Receive photographs of updates every six months regarding the 'Coral Propagation Frame' sponsored by you
  • Ask questions from the marine biologist during or after attending the 'Marine Talk'
  • Read a little about the culture of the local Islands near COMO Cocoa Island to relate to during your cultural excursion trip
  • Citizens of the 'Republic of Maldives' speak 'Dhivehi'. Learn a few words of greeting in this local language, to make your stay more fun and to communicate more effectively

Visit Time

Sunday:          Open 24 hours
Monday:         Open 24 hours
Tuesday:        Open 24 hours
Wednesday:   Open 24 hours
Thursday:       Open 24 hours
Friday:            Open 24 hours
Saturday:        Open 24 hours

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Waiting Time

No, unless you have not pre-booked your room and all rooms are occupied

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

2 to 7 days
(Varies from tourist to tourist based on their interest)

 

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Weather

Overcast Clouds 26.4°C

 

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