Gatherings & Events

An island setting for getting together

Explore the events venue at Islas Moriones and speak with the team about bringing your group to Maniwaya.

The Genesis Events Place: white fabric draped from a high ceiling over long dining tables, with glass walls to the garden
The Genesis from the garden, with white-dressed cocktail tables on the lawn
Round tables with gold chairs and flower arrangements inside The Genesis

The Genesis Events Place

A versatile space for your group

Ideal for company programs, team-building activities, workshops, celebrations, meetings and group gatherings, from a corporate presentation to an evening program.

Guests
For 100 to 120 guests
Options
Air-conditioned or non-air-conditioned use
Hire
Up to 5 hours, with exclusive use of the events area during the rental. Extra hours and setup time by arrangement
A beach wedding aisle at sunset: a white runner lined with lanterns and flowers leading to a draped arch by the sea

Weddings

Begin your forever by the sea

Celebrate at The Genesis and its al fresco cocktail and lounge area. Each wedding package is designed for 100 guests and includes exclusive venue use, accommodation, round-trip private boat transfers from Buyabod Port in Santa Cruz, food and beverages, wedding styling and an in-house coordinator on the day.

The Minimalist
A simple, beautiful celebration: an overnight stay for the couple and family, reception styling, an arch-mirror photo area, and a bridal e-cart with floral styling.
The Romantic
Premium catering and décor: an overnight stay for the couple and entourage, a floral portrait wall, dance-floor and party lighting, and a fireworks display.
The Luxury
A grand celebration: three days and two nights for the couple and entourage, fresh and premium flowers, a professional DJ and host, fireworks, a buko station and full supplier coordination.

Extra guests, a ceremony setup, a wedding singer and a putong ceremonial dance can be added to any package.

The bridal e-cart decorated with yellow flowers
Long tables set on the beach at dusk beneath string lights
Round tables with gold chairs and flower arrangements inside The Genesis
A long garden table at dusk dressed with pink runners, roses and candles beneath string lights and palmsA long garden table at dusk dressed with pink runners, roses and candles beneath string lights and palms

Celebrations

Birthdays, reunions and milestones

Mark the occasion with the people who matter, from a birthday dinner under the palms to a family reunion by the sea. Share your date, guest count and plans, and the team will talk you through the group packages and arrangements available.

A floral birthday cake on a table set with pink roses, candles and glassware
Bright flower arrangements down a long table set with gold chargers
A long outdoor table laid with bowls, plates and a colourful tropical runner under the trees
Plan a celebration
The resort’s main building framed by coconut palms, with the pool at its edge

Teams & companies

Where teams grow beyond the workplace

Bring your team together for team-building activities, leadership seminars, company outings and corporate retreats in a beachfront setting, with conference facilities, event spaces, island dining and island hopping all in one place.

Packages can be customised around your group size, preferred activities, accommodation, meals, length of stay and budget.

Plan a team visit
The white resort buildings beside the palm-lined pool and garden path

Day visits

Spend the day enjoying the beach, pool, and selected resort amenities, 8 AM to 5 PM. Day tours are subject to availability.

A small boat moored in clear water off the beach, a resort flag on the sand

Group packages

Ask the team about packages for reunions, celebrations and other group stays.

Palms shading the sand in front of the resort buildings

Exclusive stays

Planning something for your whole group? Ask about exclusive-stay arrangements, which are separate from venue hire.

Group stays pair well with the rooms, dining packages and the resort’s van and boats.

Bring your group to Maniwaya

Share your date, guest count and occasion with the team, and check room availability for overnight stays.

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