North Malé Atoll, Maldives

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

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Step into one of the best beach resorts in the Maldives. This idyllic all-pool villa island sanctuary is just a 25-minute scenic speedboat journey away from Velana International Airport. At Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, a barefoot tropical holiday awaits. 

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The pint-sized Maldivian capital is the bustling, mercantile heart of the nation. The Maldives' most populous city, it is full of fascinating sights, including the Grand Friday Mosque with its iconic golden dome that is visible from all over the North Malé Atoll. Other popular attractions in Malé include Sultan Park, the former palace of the Sultan of the Maldives, and the Old Friday Mosque, one of the finest coral stone buildings in the world.

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35 km | 45 min by speedboat
Kuda Haa is a dive site in North Malé Atoll, where you can find one of the best preserved reefs in the Maldives.

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Distance from hotel: 18 km
Time to get there: 20 to 30 minutes by speedboat
Description: Velana International Airport is the main international airport in the Maldives, situated on Hulhulé Island in the North Malé Atoll, nearby the capital island Malé. It is a 20-30 minute speedboat ride from Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru.

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