Sailing in Style: Introdcuing Nava at Cheval Blanc Randheli
The Maldives has long been synonymous with barefoot luxury, where the turquoise sea is as much a part of the experience as the villa itself. At Cheval Blanc Randheli, one of the Indian Ocean’s most refined escapes, this relationship with the sea has found its ultimate expression in Nava — a 55-foot luxury catamaran designed to transform every journey into an experience in its own right.
Moored at the resort’s private lagoon, Nava is not simply a vessel, but a floating sanctuary. Thoughtfully designed to accommodate up to six guests, the catamaran seamlessly blends modern elegance with comfort. Its semi-open saloon and walk-around deck invite gatherings under the sun or stars, while two foldable bulwark platforms and custom-designed sea stairs make slipping into the water feel effortless. Intimate cabins offer moments of retreat, while expansive lounging areas encourage long afternoons spent stretched out above the waves.
In keeping with Cheval Blanc’s deep respect for its surroundings, Nava is as gentle to the ocean as it is inviting to its guests. Ultralight solar panels and non-toxic antifouling technology ensure that sustainability sails alongside style.
What makes Nava unforgettable, however, is not just its design but the journeys it enables. Guests may set out across the Indian Ocean for a desert-island picnic or a champagne toast as the sun dips into the horizon. A quick glide to Lhaviyani Atoll opens up pristine lagoons just an hour away, while the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll is within two hours’ reach, offering encounters with manta rays and whale sharks in their natural habitat. For those seeking thrills, dive sites such as Shark Point and Christmas Rock offer world-class underwater adventures.
Even the simplest transfers become moments to savor. Nava can whisk travelers from Maafaru International Airport in just 30 minutes, or transform the three-and-a-half-hour sail from Malé into an elegant introduction to island life.
Every voyage aboard Nava is imbued with Cheval Blanc Randheli’s signature Art de Vivre — refined yet deeply personal, where every detail feels considered. Whether it is a romantic escape for two, a family journey across atolls, or a celebration under the Maldivian moonlight, Nava makes the sea not just a backdrop, but the very heart of the experience.
Guests of Huffman Travel enjoy extra VIP amenities when staying at Cheval Blanc Randheli, including:
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Daily Full American Breakfast
Complimentary VIP Meet & Greet at the airport/train station and private round-trip transfers
Early check-in / Late check-out, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi