This exclusive award winning island sanctuary created by Banyan Tree at Vabbinfaru is guaranteed to appeal to the senses of even the most seasoned traveller. Recognised widely for its superior comfort and seclusion with tented pool villas, beautiful lagoons and the Maldives' most breath-taking house reefs, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru with all its facilities and services has steadily increased its foothold in the minds of those seeking the ideal beach getaway.
Tiny Vabbinfaru is about 20 minutes by speedboat from Malé airport.
Take a dip into the house reef or let experienced dive experts guide you on an exploration of Maldives’ rich and diverse underwater marine environment. Go on a nautical cruise or island hopping, participate in watersports activites such as snorkelling, windsurfing or diving. Visit the Health & Fitness centre, above the Marine Lab, with glass windows providing a clear view of the ocean, a selection of exercise machines ensures that you are not missing out on your fitness regime even during your vacation.
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru has 48 villas, each with fan, air-conditioning, king-size four-poster bed, minibar, tea/coffee facilities, shower, private garden and pavilion.
Oceanview Villa
Set back from the sea, these villas deliver unparalleled privacy and come with its own open-air jet-pools on timber terraces.
Beachfront Villas
Situated directly on the beach, with private pavilions extending over the beach towards the sea and is ideally suited for a romantic getaway.
Deluxe Oceanview Villas
Set on a secluded private garden with the beach popping through the leaves, these villas are renowned for their generous space measuring 220sqm, privacy and shady greenery.
Vabbinfaru Villa
Set on a large landscaped garden with ocean views, al fresco living pavilion, beach 'sala' pavilion, sundeck, jet pool and outdoor shower. Ideal for small wedding functions, with its priceless privacy, the vabbinfaru villas add a personal touch for an ultimate beach hideaway.
Sublime dining choices are offered by Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru ranging from eclectic Maldivian and international cuisine at Ilaafathi restaurant to candlelit dinners under the stars in a destination dining. In-villa dining options include a romantic candlelit barbecue dinner in the intimacy of your villa or by the edge of the beach near your villa with the meals arranged as you wish, with or without your very own private chef and waiter.
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru provides the perfect way to celebrate your love with its signature wedding packages. You can opt to have you your functions on a nearby private sandbank surrounded by nothing but the sea with the waves gently wishing you happiness or go for the ultimate thrilling experience of having your wedding under the bottom of the ocean! What can be more romantic than this? Vabbinfaru can also arrange theme parties for you if you plan to bring friends along with you and have a private occasion you will never forget!