The Maldives has long been a sanctuary for barefoot luxury, its turquoise lagoons and powder-white sands inviting travellers into a slower rhythm of life. Yet this summer, Sun Siyam Resorts introduces an experience that tilts the balance from serene to exhilarating: the Jet Car, a sleek new way to explore the islands that fuses adrenaline with style. Now available at Sun Siyam Iru Veli and Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, it marks a thrilling chapter in the evolution of luxury water adventures.
At first glance, the Jet Car looks as though it belongs on a racetrack rather than the ocean, its contours sculpted for speed and precision. Beneath the elegant design lies a powerful Yamaha engine, capable of gliding across crystal-clear waters with remarkable agility. For those who crave the thrill of acceleration without sacrificing comfort, this is a watercraft that delivers both in abundance.
Guests may choose their own tempo of adventure. Guided Jet Car excursions allow for a carefree ride with an expert at the helm, carving sweeping arcs across the lagoon while travellers simply take in the scenery. For the more adventurous, private hire packages invite guests to slip behind the wheel themselves, guided closely by an accompanying jet ski for reassurance. The result is freedom without compromise — an exhilarating dance between guest and ocean.
Each resort has infused its own character into the experience. At Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, a striking white Jet Car cuts a futuristic silhouette against the deep cobalt horizon, while at Iru Veli, a playful bright pink model adds a burst of colour and joy to the seascape. With intuitive controls and built-in Bluetooth speakers, the Jet Car is designed not only for speed but also for style — inviting guests to soundtrack their own adventure.
Beyond the sheer exhilaration, the experience is grounded in the resorts’ commitment to detail and luxury. At Iru Veli, the Jet Car launch coincides with a generous summer package that elevates every stay. Guests booking seven nights enjoy complimentary seaplane transfers, a Lucky Dolphin Cruise, USD 100 spa credit, and indulgent touches such as veranda breakfasts and a signature welcome bottle of wine. It is a seamless pairing of adventure and indulgence.
Vilu Reef matches the thrill with its own curated offerings. Complimentary transfers, a sparkling wine and fruit basket on arrival, floating breakfasts, a couple’s spa treatment, and even complimentary stays for children under 12 ensure that the adrenaline of the Jet Car is balanced with a softer rhythm of island living. For families, couples, and solo travellers alike, the experience is tailored to feel both exclusive and inclusive.
Seen from above, the Jet Car seems to skim the very edge of possibility, slicing through the blues with a poise that mirrors the Maldives itself: calm and dramatic all at once. The perspective it offers is unlike any other — a sense of movement and freedom that contrasts beautifully with the stillness of the lagoons. Guests often speak of seeing the islands differently after such a ride, their sense of scale and wonder expanded by the thrill of speed.
