Cast away on a secluded coral atoll in the paradisiacal Maldives archipelago, you experience a sense of magic, romance and tranquility at Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru that’s second to none. Time moves imperceptibly, while the gentle touch of the warm sun makes you recall wondrous dreams once forgotten. You’ll find paradise here – catching the salty tang of the sea breeze as you wake up in the morning, swimming in between the wondrous sea creatures that dwell forty feet below, luxuriating in the pampered comfort of your own elegant villa and marveling at the magnificent splash of stars in the night.

Location

North Male’ Atoll

Distance from the Airport

17 Kilometers (20 minutes from Airport by Speedboat)

Number of Rooms

48

Credit Cards Accepted

Amex, Visa, Master cards

Room Types

Vabbinfaru Villa

Stay at the lavish Vabbinfaru Villa for an extravagant beach hideaway with a personal touch. Enjoy the luxury of a large landscaped garden with ocean views, al fresco living pavilion, beach ‘sala’ pavilion, sundeck, jet pool and outdoor shower. Ample space makes the Vabbinfaru Villa ideal for small wedding parties; yet, priceless privacy can be found within each villa. Sit back and let the shooting stars fall into your lap.

Deluxe Beachfront Villa

The natural beauty of Vabbinfaru Island can now be experienced in the plush comfort of the new Deluxe Beachfront Villa. The stylish interior has been designed to be bright and breezy – it opens on to a large sundeck at the front that leads to the powder-soft beach and into a glitzy bathroom at the back with an outdoor jet pool and garden shower. Here you can take part in the play of nature and count the hues of the changing sky, as the stunning sunrise, sunset and star-filled night sky leave their shimmering reflections on the lagoon.

Deluxe Oceanview Villa

The new Deluxe Oceanview Villa invites you to relish the heavenly tranquility of an enchanting garden from your own pavilion. While featuring the same facilities and comfort as a Deluxe Beachfront Villa, the secluded garden setting of the new Deluxe Oceanview Villa is much treasured for its generous space, privacy and shady greenery. The beach peeps through the leaves and entices you to soak up a golden tan, laze around and see your footsteps disappear in the sand as the winds blow from the sea. A heavenly place to pamper yourself with an in-villa BBQ.

Beachfront Villa

With its private outdoor jet pool and sundeck, the Beachfront Villa is ideally suited for a romantic getaway. Watch the spectacular ocean vista unfold from the terrace, while the balmy sea breeze cools the room. Or step onto the silky sand of the beach and swim above the virtually untouched house reef with its glorious display of color and the occasional trumpet fish, harmless baby shark and turtle.

Oceanview Villa

The Oceanview Villa delivers unparalleled privacy with its very own open-air jet pool on a wooden patio and a sala (pavilion) in the walled garden. Relax under the shade of the pavilion while sipping your cocktail. Immerse yourself in the bubbling waters of the jet pool and feel the tension seep away from your body as you drift off to the sound of waves lapping on the picture-perfect shores.

Room Facilities

Vabbinfaru Villa
(The villa can be combined with two adjoining Deluxe Beachfront Villas)

Large landscaped garden
Al fresco living pavilion
Outdoor jet pool
Sundeck
Outdoor shower
Four-poster king-sized bed
Recessed sitting area
Hot and cold fresh water shower
Air-conditioning
CD player
IDD telephone
Private safe
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Mini-bar
Coffee/ tea maker
Please note that there is no television in the villa. Paradise never had eyes for TV @ Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru.
Deluxe Beachfront Villa

Outdoor jet pool
Sundeck
Small courtyard garden with an open-air shower
Four-poster king-sized bed
Recessed sitting area
Hot and cold fresh water shower
Air-conditioning
IDD telephone
Private safe
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Mini-bar
Coffee/ tea maker
Please note that there is no television in the villa. Paradise never had eyes for TV @ Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru.

Deluxe Oceanview Villa

Landscaped walled garden
Garden pavilion
Outdoor jet pool
Sundeck
Outdoor shower
Four-poster king-sized bed
Recessed sitting area
Hot and cold fresh water shower
Air-conditioning
IDD telephone
Private safe
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Mini-bar
Coffee/ tea maker
Please note that there is no television in the villa. Paradise never had eyes for TV @ Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru.

Beachfront Villa

Outdoor jet pool
Sundeck
Small courtyard garden
Four-poster king-sized bed
Recessed sitting area
Hot and cold fresh water shower
Air-conditioning
IDD telephone
Private safe
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Mini-bar
Coffee/ tea maker
Please note that there is no television in the villa. Paradise never had eyes for TV @ Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru.

Oceanview Villa

Landscaped walled garden
Garden pavilion
Outdoor jet pool
Sundeck
Four-poster king-sized bed
Recessed sitting area
Hot and cold fresh water shower
Air-conditioning
IDD telephone
Private safe
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Mini-bar
Coffee/ tea maker
Please note that there is no television in the villa. Paradise never had eyes for TV @ Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru.

Food Outlets
Ilaafathi Restaurant

Tuck into scrumptious Maldivian and International treats in the casual setting of Ilaafathi restaurant. Set right on the beach with a natural Alang-Alang roof, this beachfront eatery serves extravagant buffet breakfasts and superb set dinners that will make you come back for more.

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Naiboli Bar

Appetizing snacks are served all day long at our open-air Naiboli Bar, along with your favorite cocktails. You can while away many happy hours here chatting with friends, having a game of snooker, or simply unwinding in the warm and friendly atmosphere. Perfect for a light appetite in the middle of the day.

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Private Dining

Fancy having a wildly romantic candlelit barbecue dinner in the intimacy of your villa or by the beach? We’ll arrange that for you and even provide you with your very own private chef and waiter. Spoilt by our attentive service and fine cuisine, you will feel pampered like royalty.

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Sandbank Dining

Have you ever dreamt of sweeping your loved one off the feet with a romantic dinner that is out of this world? Let your imagination run wild and we’ll make your dreams come true by taking you to a stunning sandbank by speedboat. The breathtaking view of the sun setting over the Indian Ocean will whet your appetite, revealing the magical night sky of a billion stars and the hypnotic melody of the ocean. Once ushered to a table of gourmet victuals and champagne, with only the moon and torches lighting your feast, the universe is reduced to just the two of you. What a wonderful way to start the evening. Simply perfect.

Recreational Facilities

Scuba diving
Snorkeling
Windsurfing
Catamaran sailing
Parasailing
Canoeing
Water skiing
Wake boarding
Ringo and banana boat riding
Beach volleyball
Library and board games
Marine biology classes and snorkeling excursions with our own marine biologist
Guided excursions (island hopping, Malé shopping, night fishing)

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Maldives tourism continuously rides its wave to success as records for March showed an increase of 18.1 percent in visitor arrivals, from 2006′s 54,596 to this year’s 64,485, according to the tourist arrival statistics. The highest ever March arrival recorded before this year was in 2004 before tsunami hit the Maldives.
Arrival numbers to the Maldives from all generating markets have been positive so far this year, indicating an impressive recovery from the period of instability experienced in the tourism industry during the year 2005.

Over 194,279 tourists have visited the Maldives until March 2007, which is an increase of 15.9 percent growth compared to the same period of 2006. This is also the highest ever recorded tourist arrival in a first quarter.

Italy is still leading the inbound market with a share of 21.5 percent, followed by United Kingdom with 16.7 percent, Germany with 10.8 percent, France with 10.5 percent, Japan with 5.6 percent, Switzerland and Russia with 4.2 percent with slightly more Swiss.

The strong growth shows a promising tourism year for the Maldives set to break all records. Outlook on May and June Maldives holiday bookings show a little, slowdown, yet last quarter booking showing encouraging results.

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