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Island Water Sports In a country that is more water than land, the possibilities for fun-filled activities in the water are almost inexhaustible. Whether it is the turquoise of the lagoon, or the azure blue of the rich coral reefs, or even the darker blue of the ocean, the waters surrounding Bandos will certainly yield some recreational value for our guests.
The water sports centre at Bandos is staffed with professional who are highly skilled in their craft and are fluent in English, Japanese and German. Some of our most preferred activities include snorkeling, windsurfing, catamaran sailing, water skiing, parasailing, banana boat riding, wakeboard, knee board, fun tubes and canoeing. What's important to note here is that this is not an exhaustive list and the possibilities are most certainly unlimited. The Water Sports facility here at Bandos also offer top notch catamaran and windsurfing facilities and boasts quality equipment such as Hifly, North-Sails and Topcats.( some activities at extra charge)
We can also organize snorkeling trips to our house reef where, surrounded by the beauty of brightly-colored coral formations and other underwater flora, you will have the opportunity to mingle with multi-colored tropical fish.
Dive School Dive Bandos is one of the longest established centers in the country and our professional staff will ensure that you experience the lush underwater gardens, colorful fishes and magnificent seascapes in total safety. The Dive Centre is a spacious facility complete with air-conditioned audio visual classrooms, library, hot water showers, and spacious storage rooms.
Dive Bandos has a fleet of up to 4 modern, spacious fiber glass dhonis, all equipped with life vests, First Aid equipment, DAN Oxygen kits and radio to enable communication with the dive centre and the island. Our centre is a member of the internationally acclaimed PADI International Resort Association, and we thus offer a wide range of PADI courses. Our multi-lingual instructors are able to conduct courses in English, German, Swiss, Italian, French, Japanese and Chinese and shall provide you all the requisite teaching materials in these languages.
The courses we offer include (extra cost):
- Bubble Maker (for children above 8 years of age)
- Discover Scuba Diving
- PADI Scuba Diver
- PADI Scuba Diver upgrade
- PADI Referral Course
- PADI Open Water Diver
- PADI Nitrox Diver
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
- PADI Rescue Diver
- PADI Adventure Diver
- PADI Specialty Diver
- PADI EFR (Emergency First Response)
- PADI Dive Master
Dive Sites Thanks to the central location in the southern part of North Malé' Atoll, we can offer you a variety of over 40 different dive sites which include all the well known highlights in the area such as the Banana Reef, Barracuda Giri, Victory Wreck, Paradise Rock, Rainbow Giri, Lion's Head, Old Shark Point, and of course seasonal Manta Points like Lankan Reef and Furana North from September to December or Boduhithi Thila and Rasfaree from January to April.
Anggerik Spa Rejuvenate your body and mind while enjoying a perfect holiday in Bandos, through a splendid spa treatment at Anggerik Spa. The private villas and cabanas at our spa offer intimacy and privacy. The Eastern architecture is just a glimpse into the time-honoured Asian therapies. From facial treatments that revitalize the skin, to ancient Balinese therapies, Anggerik Spa provides a healing experience for all. An exclusive spa package for couples offers a romantic spa journey while children relish Junior Spa treatments for young guests. Our experienced and skilled therapists ensure a healing, soothing and charming spa experience.
Kids Club The facilities are free of charge and the staff of Kids Club provides baby-sitting services free of charge, for children between 8 months to 12 years, between 0900hrs to 1700hrs, although a small charge is levied after 1700hrs. The Kids Club is equipped with a nursery full of toys and a large playground outside so that even your children would be guaranteed an enjoyable holiday experience.
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