SOUL Festival Returns to Soneva Fushi for Its Third Edition
Marking its anticipated third chapter, SOUL Festival at Soneva Fushi is set to return from 9 to 13 October 2025. Located in the serene beauty of the Maldives’ Baa Atoll, a protected UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the five-day retreat offers an immersive exploration of wellbeing, ancient healing traditions, and meaningful human connection – bringing together a global collective of visionaries, wellness pioneers, and wellness seekers.
This year’s programme features a stellar line-up of international thought leaders and wellness practitioners. Returning to the island are Sanctum co-founders Luuk Melisse and Gabriel Olszewski, whose dynamic morning practices set a vibrant rhythm for the day ahead. Also joining the 2025 roster are:
- Peigín Crowley, the founder of spa brand Ground Wellbeing, and a prominent voice in intuitive healing
- Tim Gray, Europe’s foremost biohacker and authority on optimal health and longevity
- Nathalie Schyllert, CEO of Bodyism, offering a holistic philosophy of physical and emotional care
- Frida Redknapp, creative collaborator and wellness advocate at Bodyism
- Dr Timm Golüke, a celebrated dermatologist and leader in anti-ageing science
- Roses Gabor, musician and sound therapist renowned for her immersive healing experiences
Further additions to the programme include Kirsten King of Fluidform Pilates; Adrienne Adhami, wellness content creator and advocate for movement-based living; Dong Juan, expert in Traditional Chinese Medicine and mindful movement; and Anika Lefebvre, a breathwork facilitator specialising in transformational journeys. Rounding out the line-up is longevity specialist Nils Behrens, a notable figure in preventative health.
Each day is carefully curated to lead guests through a diverse range of experiences that harmonise body, mind and spirit. Mornings are energised by movement practices – from barefoot sessions with Sanctum on the beach to ocean-view Pilates. Following a wholesome breakfast, insightful discussions delve into key topics such as emotional resilience, recovery, longevity, and emerging trends in wellness.
Afternoons provide space for personal growth, with hands-on workshops and private therapies including somatic practices, trauma-informed bodywork, and breath-led healing designed to cultivate calm and balance. As twilight falls, evenings unfold with sound immersions and sensorial dining experiences beneath the stars. The day concludes with soulful celebrations – musical performances and rituals that foster reflection and joyful connection.
Set within an island paradise where barefoot luxury meets holistic living, Soneva Fushi’s expansive villas are nestled in the lush jungle or positioned directly on the shore, each designed to blend indoor comfort with the natural world. Guests are nourished with vibrant, health-conscious cuisine crafted from organic island ingredients, while the island’s wellness sanctuary, Soneva Soul, offers a range of healing therapies and endless opportunities for discovery both on land and at sea – making it an idyllic space for true renewal.
A specially curated SOUL Festival package offers guests the complete experience, inclusive of luxurious villa stays, full board dining, return seaplane transfers, full access to the festival itinerary, one complimentary Soneva Soul treatment, and exclusive discounts on additional therapies. Prices start from USD 3,360 per night for two guests, with a 10% early booking saving available for reservations made by 31 August 2025.