Banana Reef
Famous diving site known for vibrant marine life.
~3 h Free entry
Entry Requirements
Visa Overview
Most Nationalities Receive A 30-day Visa On Arrival.
Passport Validity
6 Months
Digital Forms
Cash Declaration Limit
$10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits
1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes.
Safety & Security
Safety Rating
Medium
Travel Advisory
No advice against travel
Pickpocketing Risk
Low
Night Safety
Safe
Common Scams
- Overcharging taxi fares
- Rental scams
Health & Medical
Emergency Number
119
Response Speed
Fast
English-Speaking Doctors
Common
Pharmacy
24h Common
Upfront Payment
Required
Getting Around
Public Transport
Fair
Navigation Apps
Google Maps
Night Transport Safety
Safe
Money & Payments
Cash vs Card
Mixed
Mobile Payments
Local Banking App
ATM Availability
High
Tipping
10% Tip Is Appreciated.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $40
Tourist: $100
Family: $250
Culture & Etiquette
Dress Code
Dress Modestly In Public Spaces.
Public Affection
Frowned Upon.
Alcohol/Drug Policy
Strict.
Topics to Avoid
ReligionPolitics
Essential Phrases
Basics & Politeness
Hello
Aadhu
Aah-dhoo
Goodbye
Naa'eh
Nah-eh
Please
Thibaage
Thee-bah-geh
Thank you
Shukuriyaa
Shook-oo-ree-yah
Sorry
Thibaageh dhathuru
Thee-bah-geh dha-thoo-roo
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Inglezi kihineiy?
In-gleh-zee kee-hee-ney?
I don’t understand
Thibaageh dhathuru kihineh
Thee-bah-geh dha-thoo-roo kee-hee-neh
Can you speak slowly, please?
Thibaageh dheh dhihun kihineiy?
Thee-bah-geh dheh dhee-hoon kee-hee-ney?
Can you help me, please?
Thibaageh itha dhihun kihineiy?
Thee-bah-geh ee-tha dhee-hoon kee-hee-ney?
What does this mean?
Thibaageh kihineh?
Thee-bah-geh kee-hee-neh?
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Dhigurah Beach
A beautiful sandy beach ideal for swimming and sunbathing.
~3 h Free entry
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A beautiful sandbank ideal for swimming and sunbathing.
~2 h Free entry
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