Bandos is a beautiful coral island with a total land area of 178,900 square metres, covered with lush tropical vegetation, numerous palm trees, surrounded by a wide sandy beach and the crystal clear waters of an azure lagoon. The island owns one of the best house reefs, just 40 - 60 metres away from the beach.

Bandos is located in North Malé Atoll, about 7 kilometres from Malé International Airport and the capital Malé’. Transfer between the airport and the resort takes only 20 minutes by speedboat and 45 minutes by dhoni (a local mechanised boat).

Opened on 10 December 1972 as the second tourist resort in the Maldives, Bandos has since grown to become one of the most popular and hospitable resorts in the country. In the 30 years of its existence Bandos has perfected its role of the “welcoming host” and can cater to every mood. The 445 staff on Bandos is dedicated to making your stay as comfortable and special as possible. On Bandos, there is no time to get bored. The natural splendour is complemented by the modern amenities of the resort, which ensure that your stay is both comfortable and memorable.

The Island of Hospitality

Within a few minutes you feel at home on this welcoming island and wonder what took you so long to discover this haven in the middle of the Indian Ocean.

Sports

Bandos is undeniably beautiful, but the island is too experienced a host to let nature’s blessings lull us into complacency. With a variety of activities to choose from, whether mentally challenging board games or physically demanding workouts, we have ensured that Bandos will never give you the time to be bored.

Diving

One of the great attractions of the Maldives is the apparently endless number of top-quality diving and snorkelling sites. Indeed, the true beauty of the Maldives lies below the surface of its enchanting crystal clear waters just few steps away from your bungalow. The Maldives is one of the most coral-rich regions of the world with over 70 species found here, so don’t miss out on the incredible richness and variety of life forms. There is no better way to explore this fascinating new world of colourful marine life than to Scuba Dive or simply snorkel in the safe confines waters of our lagoon or along the reef slope of our House Reef, which considered one of the best in the North Male’ Atoll.

Dive Bandos, one of the longest established dive centres in the Maldives, caters to all your needs in safely exploring the incredible beauty of the underwater world right on your doorstep. Our friendly and professional staff will give you advice on where to go and what to see, as well as on all safety aspects.

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