Scheduled for 26, 27th May 2026, the event will see a full day conference followed by a tour with stop overs and excursions for indigenous and local cultural experiences. There will be workshops and experience sessions with practitioners of the healing arts and ‘elders’ in the wellness economy sharing their experiences.

This (MoU) and partnership established between MATATO and Island Healers will seek to establish a cooperative framework for the promotion and development of the wellness tourism segment in the Maldives. The Parties share a mutual goal of positioning the Maldives as a leading wellness travel destination, aligned with national tourism growth priorities and sustainable tourism strategies.

“We are thrilled to partner with the Maldives Wellness Experience and Travel Symposium,” said Abdula Ghiyas, current President of MATATO. “This event is crucial for fostering growth in our local island communities and highlighting the incredible potential of the Maldives as a premier wellness destination. Our commitment is to ensure the symposium reaches all relevant industry players, driving meaningful discussions and partnerships.

” The symposium will offer attendees a platform for networking, skill development, and insight into the latest trends shaping the future of wellness and travel in the Maldives.

The organizers of the event, Island Healers by Soft Atoll, echoed similar sentiments about the event. “Maldives has been changing over the decades and our current branding and positioning may not be a true reflection of what is out there anymore. We are looking to have a collective exercise on what Maldives tourism may look like in the future, 5 years, 10 years from now as we evolve as a destination with the market.”