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Cast away on a secluded atoll in the paradisiacal Maldives archipelago, you experience a sense of magic & romance at the quintessential Maldives all-inclusive resort, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru.

You’ll find paradise here – catching the sea breeze as you wake up in the morning, diving into the blues of the Maldives and swimming in between wondrous sea creatures, luxuriating in the comfort of your elegant five-star Maldives beach villa or a luxury Maldives spa, and marvelling at the beautiful Maldives sunset and 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: All major credit cards accepted including Amex, Master cards, visa cards, JCB and also
currency exchange is availabe in the resort.

Accommodation

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 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. 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.

Dining

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sandbank Dining Menus

* Sandbank Romantic
* Seafood Dinner
* Sandbank Grill
* Sandbank Extravaganza

Facilities

Facilities common to all rooms

* Outdoor jet pool
* Small courtyard garden with an open-air shower
* King-sized bed
* Recessed sitting area
* Hot and cold water shower
* Air-conditioning
* IDD telephone
* Private safe
* Hair dryer
* Bathrobes
* Mini-bar
* Coffee/ tea maker

Banyan Tree Maldives Dive Center

As a Five Star Golden Palm PADI Dive Center, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, Maldives offers the full range of PADI and Nitrox diving courses. We pay individual attention to each guest, so courses and dives are conducted in small dive groups. Our professional diving instructors teach in different languages and take great care to create an environment that’s relaxed and interesting. No stress, just pure fun and safe diving!

Many Maldives resorts offer “mass diving” courses and tours. Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, Maldives is different – we have set ourselves the mission of creating ecological awareness amongst our guests, pursue research in Maldives coral growth and pioneer projects supporting Maldives marine life. From the beginner’s Resort Diving Course to the PADI Open Water Diving Course, you will be taught in great detail about the ocean and fascinating marine life.

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, Maldives employs dedicated marine biologists who offer environmental dives and eco-safaris, on which they share their expert knowledge. You will be introduced to the unique Lotus and Turtle Research Projects, which have earned Banyan Tree Maldives the prestigious PATA (Pacific Asia Travel Association) Award 2002 for Corporate Environmental Programme. So, dive with Banyan Tree Maldives and discover the mysterious creatures of the ocean and leave with a much better understanding of the “Blue Planet”.

* Banyan Tree Maldives Eco-Awards
* Banyan Tree Green Imperative Fund
* Diving Courses available at Banyan Tree Maldives
* Top 10 Dive Sites & Reefs in the Maldives
* Diver’s Safety
* Diving Rates
* Maldives Marine Conservation

Fun Activities

If you venture beyond the pampered realm of your villa and the wonderfully slow Maldivian pace of life, you’ll find a wealth of recreational diversions. For a start, you can dive or snorkel in the transparent brilliance of the ocean, explore its riches, and go deep-sea or night fishing. After all, this is a paradise renowned for superlative fishing, sailing, diving and snorkeling. If you prefer, sit in the shallow waters and watch the myriad of exotic schools of fish dart in and out of the light.

Enjoy a canoe ride with your partner or let our guide take you both on a leisurely catamaran ride. For more vigorous workouts, head for the resort’s health & fitness room. And for the less actively inclined, a ramble around Malé exploring its sights and shopping, or a promenade along the beach are just as rousing. If the sun gets to you, simply retire to breezy Naboli bar for board games or some quiet reading.

* Water sports facilities: snorkeling, PADI dive center, deep-sea fishing, night fishing, water-skiing, windsurfing,       catamaran sailing, canoeing and fun tubes
* Health & fitness room
* Excursions: Malé sightseeing, island hopping, snorkeling safari, private yacht charter and sea plane trips

Spa

Banyan Tree Spa Vabbinfaru

Banyan Tree Spa Maldives Vabbinfaru promises unequalled magic, unobtrusive service, and an exclusive hideaway that has become synonymous with the Banyan Tree name. At Banyan Tree Spa Maldives, therapists bring the right balance of traditional touch and warm service to the extensive menu of tropical treatments. Banyan Tree Spa Maldives Vabbinfaru is opened from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.