Banana Reef, Maldives

Banana Reef, also known as Gaathugiri, is a 300-metre-long banana-shaped part of Kuda Kalhi, North Male Atoll, Maldives. It was one of the first dive sites found in the Maldives and is known for its beautiful underwater tunnels and hanging cliffs. The reef also features a shipwreck, making it a popular destination for divers of all skill levels. Sharks, barracudas, and groupers live in Banana Reef as well.   
Banana Reef, Maldives
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Banana Reef is a popular diving destination in the Maldives, known for its beautiful coral reefs and diverse marine life. This reef is located in the North Malé Atoll and is shaped like a banana, hence its name. It's a popular destination for both novice and experienced divers.
You can reach Banana Reef  from different ways like there are direct flights, direct trains as well as direct buses services available for Banana Reef. Lufhansa and Indigo are two popular Airlines connecting Banana Reef  from main cities of Maldives.
BY Air : Banana Reef in Maldives is sweetly rested in the North Male Atoll, just a distance of 9 kilometres from the capital city Male. All nationalities are eligible for a tourist visa upon arrival in the Maldives. As a result, pre-approval for a visa is not necessary for foreigners visiting the Maldives as tourists. To receive immigration clearance upon arrival, the individual must, however, meet the fundamental entrance conditions.
BY Boat : Banana Reef is around 15 minutes from the manmade island of Hulhumalé and has a little bit of everything in it. This reef, also known as "Gaathugiri", is located just inside Kuda Kalhi and to the west of Club Med. It is easily accessible by boat, which is often anchored some distance away. The Maldivian islands' nice climate makes diving possible all year.
There are numerous type of food options when you visit Banana Reef  and few of them are:-
1. Mas Huni
2. Bis Keemiya
3. Boshi Mashuni (Banana Flower Salad)
4. Garudhiya
5. Fish curry
6. Saagu Bondibai
7. Gulha
8. Kulhi Boakibaa and Aluvi Boakibaa
There are 100s of hotel and homestays available for a comfortable accomodation in Banana Reef   and few of the top hotels with great deals are available at Banana Reef  are:
1. Planktons Beach
2. Coconut Tree Hulhuvilla Beach
3. Huvan Beach Hotel at Hulhumale'
4. Point Inn
5. White Beach Holiday
6. Hotel Ocean Grand at Hulhumale
7. Vista Beach Retreat
8. Araam Stay
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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