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  11. Madi Hiyaa
  • Maldives DMC since 2006
  • Direct contract with Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru
  • Air + sea transfer coordinated
  • Cuisine
    Japanese
  • Style
    À la carte
  • Atoll
    North Malé Atoll

About Madi Hiyaa

Delicate Japanese creations including sushi, sashimi and teppanyaki in an intimate and refined setting

Part of the dining roster at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, North Malé Atoll, this japanese restaurant runs a à la carte format.

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The resort

The Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru experience

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is a 5-star private island resort in the North Malé Atoll, accessible by a 30-minute speedboat transfer. The 5-hectare island features 48 villas and four restaurants, including the Saffron Restaurant, which is noted for its authentic Thai cuisine. The resort operates on several meal plans, from…

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How to reach

Getting there

30 min speedboat from MLE

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is reached by speedboat (30 min) from Velana International Airport (MLE) in North Malé Atoll.

Daylight-only seaplane operations (06:00–15:30) mean late-arriving long-haul flights may require an overnight in Malé before continuing — Resortlife coordinates the full air-and-sea chain when you book through us.

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Questions about Madi Hiyaa

  • What cuisine does Madi Hiyaa serve?+
    Madi Hiyaa at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru serves Japanese in a à la carte format. The menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — Resortlife can share current dishes on request.
  • Is Madi Hiyaa included in resort meal plans?+
    Inclusion depends on the board basis you book — full-board (FB) and all-inclusive (AI) packages at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru cover the main resort restaurants, while specialty venues like Madi Hiyaa sometimes carry a per-cover supplement or sit on a paid dine-around credit. Resortlife confirms the current inclusion rules at quote.
  • Where is Madi Hiyaa located?+
    Madi Hiyaa is one of the dining venues at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, set in North Malé Atoll. Specialty dining in resort settings is typically a 5–10 minute walk or buggy ride from the villa accommodation.
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Reserve at Madi Hiyaa

Specialty restaurants at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru are typically reserved in-resort once you check in, but Resortlife can flag preferences (theme nights, chef's table, private dining) with the resort before arrival when you book your stay through us.

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