Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer

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An aerial view of a tropical island resort with a white sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and lush greenery. - Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer (Ihuru)
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A beachfront resort with overwater bungalows, palm trees, and a clear view of the ocean. - Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer (Ihuru)
A beachside bar with a tropical mural, hanging lights, and a view of the ocean. - Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer (Ihuru)
Luxury
5.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Intimate island reef sanctuary

Steps from your villa, a semi-private beach leads to a vibrant home reef with white tip sharks and colorful marine life. Friendly staff provide exceptional service. After snorkeling with complimentary equipment, guests can unwind at the Angsana Spa or beachfront cabanas.

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

Beachfront Villa (Includes Boat Transfer)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Beachfront Jet Pool Villa (Includes Boat Transfer)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Beachfront Rainmist Villa (Includes Boat Transfer)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 69 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Beachfront Sunset Villa (Includes Boat Transfer)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Ihuru, Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer is on the beach. Orofini Jewellery and Boutique by Island Breeze are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Full Moon Beach and Paradise Island Beach. Gili Lankanfushi Beach and Kurumba Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Ihuru travel guide
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North Malé Atoll, Ihuru, 08300

What's nearby

  • A clear blue sea, a thatched-roof hut, palm trees, and a boat on a sandy beach.
    Angsana Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Velana Intl. Airport (MLE)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • The bluefin
  • Origin
  • Habitat
  • The Edge
  • Aura

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle up to 17 km
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 50 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Riveli
  • Velaavani

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach volleyball
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2001
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Single sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

The additional fee (payable at the property) covers mandatory transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 200
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 100 (from 4 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 250
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 125 (from 4 to 11 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 185 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 50 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–10:30 PM on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer located?

This Ihuru resort is on the beach, steps from Angsana Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Full Moon Beach and Paradise Island Beach. Gili Lankanfushi Beach and Kurumba Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 156 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Bachar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was attentive and quick help.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Hut is great, beach and reef, staff all great. Nice touch is the twin island experience. The only thing that can be improved is food selection to focus more on local cuisine. Overall I would return to this place in no time.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

SUKONTIKA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, wonderful services, good food, all things you can imagine when you’re on vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Manika Mittal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very cozy, well run & ideal resort for snorkeling

Stayed four days with family, small, cozy, convenient, simple resort with great house reef, service, food and convenience.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

András

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our fifth trip to the Maldives, and Dhawa Ihuru was one of our best stays. The island is very small, which is both a plus and a minus: everything is only a few minutes away, but the overall sense of space is limited. The villas are built quite close together, although vegetation and small fences help preserve privacy well. The house reef is outstanding: colorful, extensive, full of fish, with excellent visibility. In calm conditions the whole island can be snorkeled around without leaving the water. There are five marked entry points, though during high tide we could enter almost anywhere. Currents were stronger in August, so fins were definitely useful. We were also told not to enter the water after 6 pm, although we received no written information about this, which slightly reduced the feeling of freedom. The sandy beach is not very wide, and rocks and coral begin quite close to shore, so it is less suitable for playing in shallow water. On the other hand, the bungalow area offered excellent shade, loungers, a swing bed and a large outdoor seating area facing the sea. Food was consistently good, service was friendly and fast, and restaurant opening hours were generous. The gym is spacious, well equipped and has a beautiful sea view, with a separate panoramic yoga room. Wi-Fi was stable enough for Netflix. Main negatives were the very soft, worn mattress, cold tiled floor and poor sound insulation. Overall, however, this was one of our favorite Maldives stays.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chi Keung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing island with friendly staffs , beautiful coral with Nemo / turtles /octopus . We do have 4 night wonderful vacation thank you we will back soon 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay on this small island. The staff were outstanding, our villa great, the restaurant food and bar excellent. We were a minute to the beach and snorkelling and a short stroll to the beautiful restaurant setting. Our first time in the Maldives, but we think this place is just right.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ryuichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff are friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vacation - whole staff is awesome and very Friendly, as well as service-oriented. Only the Food Choice for vegetarians/vegans might be improved a little. Definitely recommended to stay there - had a memorable stay. Thank You.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Krste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! It is a very short ride from Malè International Airport, which we loved. The island is small and you have privacy. We really enjoyed that there is kind of semi-private beach in front of every house, and the reefs are very nice for snorkelling. The food was great, and the stuff was amazing. The resort is very small, which on the one hand is very quiet and relaxing, but on the other side in case it's raining continuously, you have limited options on how to spend your time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Catalin Florin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is absolutely perfect: the hospitality, the service the food, the rooms, the beach, all. only thing stopping me tl give this a perfect 10 is the fact the island ( i assume) wants to be orientated towards family friendly, but it went overboard. It was full of toddlers, a mean i have never seen so many toddlers in one place in any hotel in my life. As the island is very small, you can't have any place to hide from them. It would have been better if they would at least split the island in half: one side family friendly and the other for couples. At least the couples can have some quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved the small and intimate feel of the resort. The staff really went out of their way to create a great experience for all the guests. One of the highlights of this location is their home reef just steps from the beach. They will give you snorkel equipment and if the weather had been nicer when we stayed (during August Monsoon), I could have spent the whole day out there. We did bite the bullet and go out snorkeling when the weather showed no signs of letting up and still saw a lot of sea life, including both a white tip and black tip reef shark. The rooms were very nice and the all-inclusive package was probably one of the best I have seen. We didn't part-take in the alcohol in the room, but it along with the snacks were very well stocked. We booked the jacuzzi room, which could have been a really nice, but the water to fill the jacuzzi was coming out brown. Likely due to rust of the pipes. A sign or something stating what it was might have helped us look past that. Their main restaurant was very nice and had a good selection of foods for our taste. The bar was also wonderful and exceptional service. This is not a couples-only resort and it did appear we were out numbered by families. We have our own children (who stayed with grandma) so this didn't bother us at all, but something to note. We were most impressed with their teams attention and efforts to make our trip fantastic from the moment we landed to the moment they brought us back to the airport.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nazheef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very private and class service
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the most beautiful and well-maintained islands in the Maldives. Every room as its own beach and private terrace. En suite bathroom is lovely. The staff is incredibly attentive, at the level of the very best hotels. The reception, dining, and activities teams are excellent, and took wonderful care of us, helping with diving and snorkel excursions, dining at the sister island, and even assisting with advice on other parts of our trip. We will happily return and recommend Dhawa Ihuru to anyone looking for a quintessential Maldives experience. Aidai at reception was exceptionally helpful with her command of English and other languages.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

stuart Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Would have selected excellent but for the very poor food buffets. Large buffets but full of nothing!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We returned to Ihuru 40 years after our honeymoon. It was basic but great then .... Now it is fantastic and great!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nearly perfect snorkeling vacation

My wife and I chose this hotel/resort because multiple guidebooks said it had the best house reef in the Maldives, and the reef lived up to our hopes and expectations. We snorkeled off the beach twice each day (even when it rained on our final full day) and had wonderful experiences each time. The reef was in great shape, and we viewed abundant fish and other sea life (including 3 species of rays and two of sea turtles), Access through the house reef to the outer reef wall was easy, and the dive shop staff provided good information on tides and currents. Dining room and other staff were very friendly and helpful, and included a good mix of native Maldivians and other nationalities. We chose their full meal plan and found the food plentiful, fresh, and tasty, particularly the salads, omelets, fresh fruit, and grilled meats & fish, and menu selections at non-buffet dinners. The beachfront villas were spacious, well-maintained, and lovely accommodations, with secluded and well-shaded decks and sand back yards opening onto the beach. All in all, our 7-night stay provided a great escape from the cold Chicago winter.
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastisch, emphatische, schöne kleine Insel mit tollen Riff zum schnorcheln. Tolle Spa. Perfekt
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rundum toll! Idyllische Barfussinsel mit persönlichem und sehr zuvorkommenden Service samt tollem Essen - vor allem an a la card Tagen 3x die Woche)
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tolle Atmosphäre, wunderbare Riff für schnorcheln.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Natura fantastica: il mare è ricchissimo di pesci! La struttura è perfetta e il personale è accogliente e super disponibile. Il cibo è vario ed ottimo dalla colazione alla cena. Stiamo gia programmando di ritornarci!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nett ausgestattetes Bungalow mit Aussenbad & Whirlpool. Ich hätte mir eine Regendusche (wie beim Marinecenter) gewünscht. Angenehmer Sitzplatz mit Lounge und privaten Liegestühlen direkt am Strand waren ein Highlight!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Isola molto bella, personale attento e disponibile
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christophe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Island reef in the Maldives

This island is a gem when it comes to marine life; some of the best snorkelling I've ever had worldwide, period, and I snorkelled and scuba dive in a lot of places. Half of the reef is in excellent condition, and for a Maldivian island this is pretty spectacular. This was my 5th time in the Maldives, I first came in 1997, and this is the best island I stayed. No water bungalows, motorized sports, or useless luxuries, absolutely great. this is what a Maldivian island should be. Great Spa, very good beach Bungalows, excellent service, and overall decent food (just a bit repetitive at times). Take your snorkelling gears (or get it on the island free of charge) and you will enjoy Turtles, Black / White tips and Nurse Sharks, sting and eagle rays, and of course all the usual suspects to be found in the Maldives. We stayed in Angsana for 7 days, and didn't even feel the need to scuba dive. Thanks to all the staff, we had a great week, and I can assure you that if I travel back to the Maldives, I will stay at Angsana Ihuru.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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6/10 Okay

Nadeem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We booked 2 villas with whirpools for a 3 night stay for 4 adults and 1 child. The rooms are old and hence a bit worn out and dated. Fairly basic amenities and not certainly 5 star by any standard. The jacuzzi didnt work the first night so we called someone to fix it which they did. It worked for a day and then again broke down.... and this time we just left it alone. The staff are good though and do their best to accommodate you. its a very small resort so there is only one restaurant and a bar and the food choices are fairly limited with just a few types of cuisines. The reef is cool and snorkeling around the reef is great! Other water sports activities are fairly limited . Scuba is only for certified divers and after a couple of days you run out of things to do and also for cuisine choices for food....
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020