Facilities

RESTAURANTS & BARS Signature Dining Experiences Sandbank Dining - Escape to a world of your own... surrounded by clear blue waters on a secluded sandbank. Sharkpoint Dining - A hide-and-seek patch of beachfront, a fun-filled affair, with a specially prepared menu, comprising items such as sea scallops, chilled Maldivian lobster, and a refreshing dessert. Tuesday BBQ Beach Dinner - Savour a magnificent four-course meal prepared live by our chefs, in a romantic setting. This event can be tailored towards larger groups. Sunset Jetty - A romantic getaway dinner on a rustic wooden jetty overlooking the horizon. An intimate dinner will follow and be served by your own private butler. Available upon one day prior reservation. In-Villa Dining - The In-Villa Dining menu is full of surprising treats. A romantic candlelit barbecue dinner in your villa or by the edge of the beach is a must-do experience.Can be arranged with or without your very own private chef and waiter. Naiboli Bar - Serving an extensive range of snacks and light meals all day long, along with your favourite cocktails. Enjoy board games, use the complimentary Wi-Fi, or simply unwind in the warm and relaxed atmosphere. Bodu Beru on Fridays - a drumming music performance by upbeat musicians in their ethnic costumes. Ilaafathi - Scrumptious Maldivian and international cuisine served in the casual setting, complete with a natural alang-alang (dried grass) roof. A beachfront restaurant serves expansive buffet breakfasts and superb set dinners. Adjacent to Ilaafathi is the open-air Sangu restaurant, which - weather permitting - opens for barbecue buffet lunches and theme night dinners under a blanket of stars. Health & Fitness Centre A 24hr Fitness Centre with glass windows, providing a view of the ocean and a selection of exercise machines ensures that you are not missing out on your fitness regime. Spin, run or work on your muscles in air-conditioned comfort. Banyan Tree Maldives Marine Lab The first of its kind to be funded and built by a private resort. Join trained divers to monitor reefs and species or even sponsor your own coral garden. The laboratory is equipped with instruments for research in coral biology and ecology, and green sea turtle conservation. Banyan Velaa A 30-metre classic flagged double-mast yacht, specially designed for superior sailing and comfort. The Turkish gulet is able to accommodate up to 12 guests in six well-appointed mahogany cabins, all with ocean views. Banyan Tree Spa The Banyan Tree Spa Vabbinfaru promises to be an exclusive hideaway in the tropical setting of Maldives. Gentle breezes of the Indian Ocean will rejuvenate your senses with the spa offering a wide range of spa treatments developed based on traditional Asian healing philosophies. Weddings Wishing to fulfil their your wedding vows in the exquisite setting? From an elegant Sandbank Ceremony to an unforgettable Underwater Wedding, the resort offers exclusive wedding facilities you won't find elsewhere. Sandbank Wedding - Tie the knot on a secluded sandbank surrounded by turquoise waters under the clear Maldivian sky. Underwater Wedding - A bubbling wedding ceremony underwater offers an opportunity to tie the knot in unique fashion.

Rooms

Ocean-view Pool Villa - Stunning, intimate Villa overlooking the Indian Ocean. Each nestled within a green canopy of tranquility and privacy. Sip a cool cocktail by your sun loungers and enjoy the soothing sounds of the sea at your doorstep. The Villa features a nautilus shell-inspired ceiling and framed glass doors, creating a cocoon of relaxation and open space. The villa also includes a signature teakwood four-poster bed, extended wooden deck with sala, and private garden area with a pool, jet pool and outdoor shower. Beachfront Pool Villa - Located on the pristine sandy beach, it offers intimate access to the beautiful Indian Ocean beach. Step out onto the beach and watch your footprints disappear into the sand with each gentle wave. The Villa features a king-size bed and a private garden with a pool, jet pool and outdoor shower.   Vabbinfaru Pool Villa - Bordered by lush tropical greenery, this exclusive beach hideaway is the epitome of romance and intimacy. Relax on your beach-side terrace, enjoy a leisurely read by the outdoor living pavilion or watch as the sun dips behind the horizon. The villa features a king-size bed, an outdoor living pavilion as well as a beachside terrace and a private garden with a pool, jet pool and outdoor shower.

Activities

PADI Gold Palm 5-Star Resort Dive Centre Banyan Tree offers the full range of PADI and Nitrox courses with diving instructors who are highly professional, enthusiastic and PADI certified paying individual attention to each guest in English, Italian, French, German, Mandarin and Japanese. Dives are conducted in small groups. Water Sports With an award-winning recreation team, sports equipment include canoes, wake boards, water skis, banana boats, windsurf boards, and catamaran is a must at the Banyan Tree Maldives Culinary Demonstrations Take a delightful cooking class overlooking the sea and shaded by palm trees, that will deliver the magic of the Maldives at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru. Stargazing On starry nights, approach our friendly staff at Naiboli Bar for the use of the high-powered telescope for star gazing. Unique Excursions

• Banyan Velaa Yacht
• Banyan Tree Catamaran “Kahan’bu”
• Bird’s Eye View by Seaplane
• Sunset Cruise
• Male City Excursion