Spice Island Divers are on hand to respond to any question or query. Contact the Spice Island Divers office with specific questions that are not fully answered here.
The Banda Islands are one of the most unique destinations in the world. But are very remote, as a result of this there are a few questionos which are frequently raised by divers,
What facilities are available at the dive centre?
Spice Island divers currently guides divers to Banda accompanying the group from Ambon, the central hub of Maluku. This means that all dive equipment and requirements can be dealt with prior to departure. In any event, with rental equipment from Maluku Divers or Spice Island divers should be re requested.
Is it possible to climb the volcano?
Yes, Spice Island divers can arrange a climb of the volcano, this usually takes between one and two hours. Successful hikers will be made honarary citizens of Banda!
Yes, Spice Island divers can arrange a climb of the volcano, this usually takes between one and two hours. Successful hikers will be made honarary citizens of Banda!
What is there to do in Banda?
Banda isn't a very 'touristy' destination. There aren't many shops or souveniers to purchase. The community is relatively unchanged and so mainly divers enjoy a tour of the town to watch the community way fo life. The historical sights include Fort Belgica, the Butch Palace, Banda Prison, Hatta's House, Banda Museum, the local market and the nutmeg plantation on Lonthor island. Tours to the other islands can also be arranged on site, with Spice Island Divers.
Banda isn't a very 'touristy' destination. There aren't many shops or souveniers to purchase. The community is relatively unchanged and so mainly divers enjoy a tour of the town to watch the community way fo life. The historical sights include Fort Belgica, the Butch Palace, Banda Prison, Hatta's House, Banda Museum, the local market and the nutmeg plantation on Lonthor island. Tours to the other islands can also be arranged on site, with Spice Island Divers.
Is there any literature about Banda?
The best book detailing the history and stories about Banda, but in a readable, comfortable style, is "Nathaniels Nutmeg" by Giles Milton.
The best book detailing the history and stories about Banda, but in a readable, comfortable style, is "Nathaniels Nutmeg" by Giles Milton.
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