Maldives – A Dream of Light and Tranquility
A thousand shades of blue meet endless horizons in the Maldives – a paradise where time seems to dissolve into the sea. Here, sunlight dances across crystal-clear water, coral reefs shimmer with life, and white-sand islands appear like whispers on the ocean. It is a world of stillness and serenity, yet alive with colour and texture – perfect for those seeking to escape, to breathe, and to feel connected to nature’s purest form. Whether watching the sun dip into the Indian Ocean or waking to the soft glow of dawn over a lagoon, every moment feels timeless. These images by Norwegian landscape and travel photographer Svein Magne Tunli capture not just a destination, but a state of mind – the art of living slowly, beautifully, and close to the sea.
Sunset at Kanuhura Maldives – long wooden jetty with glowing lights leading out to an overwater pavilion on the lagoon.
Two friends relaxing in beach chairs at Kanuhura Maldives, looking out over turquoise water and a small palm-fringed island.
Empty white-sand beach at Kanuhura Maldives – wind-swept palms, bright green bushes and the Indian Ocean in vivid blues.
Arrival at Kanuhura Maldives – Trans Maldivian Airways seaplane docked at the jetty above clear, shallow lagoon water.
Lagoon-style pool at Kanuhura Maldives – curving turquoise water, palm trees and an open-sided pool bar facing the ocean.
Mother carrying her child along the shoreline at Kanuhura Maldives – wading through warm, shallow water on a quiet sandbank.
Beach lounge at Kanuhura Maldives – modern chairs and beanbags under palm trees on powder-soft sand facing the lagoon.
Shaded seating area at Kanuhura Maldives – rows of chairs beneath palms with a thatched pavilion out over the turquoise sea.
Beachfront restaurant at Kanuhura Maldives – white wooden tables and chairs set in the sand with lagoon and island views.
Palm-lined curve of beach at Kanuhura Maldives – sun loungers shaded by trees along crystal-clear, shallow water.
Quiet corner of the beach at Kanuhura Maldives – mesh chairs and a marble table under swaying palms beside the lagoon.
Hammocks and sculpted loungers on the sand at Kanuhura Maldives, facing a small green island across the turquoise water.
Rustic beach bar at Kanuhura Maldives – colourful wooden chairs, palms and white sand under a thatched roof.
Relaxing by the pool at Kanuhura Maldives – woman sitting on the deck with a tropical drink, looking towards the beach and sea.
Outdoor bathroom at Kanuhura Maldives – freestanding tub, rain shower and small garden open to the warm island air.
Evening by the pool at Kanuhura Maldives – illuminated water, glowing lanterns and palms moving in the warm twilight breeze.
Open-air bathroom suite at Kanuhura Maldives – twin sinks, designer tub and rain shower beside a private garden.
Woman walking along the jetty at Kanuhura Maldives during a pink and purple sunset over the Indian Ocean.
Wide, empty beach at Kanuhura Maldives – scattered palms and bright white sand with a green offshore island on the horizon.
Sun loungers and sculptural daybeds at Kanuhura Maldives – stylish beach setup beneath rows of gently swaying palms.
Beach villa with private pool at Kanuhura Maldives – white wooden deck, thatched roof and direct access to the sand.
Couple relaxing under a palm tree at Kanuhura Maldives, looking out across the turquoise lagoon towards a nearby island.
Beach bar at Kanuhura Maldives in the blue hour – illuminated palms, modern loungers and soft light spilling onto the sand.
Woman enjoying drinks beside the infinity pool at Kanuhura Maldives, watching boats and sunset light over the lagoon.
Shaded beach spot at Kanuhura Maldives – thatched umbrella and loungers framed by lush tropical plants and bright white sand.
Beach dinner setup at Kanuhura Maldives – torches, lanterns and glowing decorations arranged in the sand for a special evening.
Woman standing on a leaning palm tree at Kanuhura Maldives, balancing above the beach as the sun sets over the sea.
Sunset moment at Kanuhura Maldives – woman holding a drink on the shoreline, watching the last light fade over the ocean.
Beach scene at Kanuhura Maldives – couple relaxing under a palm on soft sand while looking out at the turquoise lagoon.
Social seating area on the beach at Kanuhura Maldives – curved wicker chairs gathered around a rustic wooden table.
Kayaking at Kanuhura Maldives – man paddling a yellow kayak across clear, shallow water along a palm-fringed island shore.
Woman standing beside the illuminated Kanuhura sign at sunset, under a dramatic pink and purple Maldivian sky.
Evening pool scene at Kanuhura Maldives – glowing turquoise water, lit palms and open bar terrace under a colourful sky.
All photographs on this page were taken by Norwegian landscape and travel photographer Svein Magne Tunli.