Bandaneira, Banda Islands

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Part of the famed Spice Islands, Banda Neira is one of ten volcanic islands in the Banda Archipelago, historically known for the cultivation of mace & nutmeg, once exclusive to the region. The town still shows the remnants of the trading centre it once was. In the early 16^th century, merchants flocked to the area to make their fortunes. Banda Neira is only one of three inhabited islands, with the biggest population.

The Banda Islands are reputed to have exquisite corals and abundant sealife, and is an internationally recognized diving destination.

This waypoint is where we stern tied to shore on the Bandaneira side of Zonnegat Bay in the Banda Islands. It is in front of the Naira Dive Shop & Resort and was very friendly, secure and attractive. There's a place to put the dinghy right at the dive shop and they can cater to laundry, water, tours and of course, diving. This area was also very protected when we visited during the month of August. There are loads of things to do in the area such as spice tours, climbing the volcano on Gunung Api, snorkeling, diving and eating out at one of many great places. Internet is excellent from this spot since the tower is right here! If you come here, don't miss having dinner at the Cilu Bintang Estate, just in front of the fort.

You can also anchor (with a stern to shore) directly across Zonnegat Bay on the Gunung Api side. The waypoint is 04 31.18S 129 53.46E

Features

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• Market- for produce and several very small food stores
• By jerry can
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• Small Resorts on the island

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	Brilliant Wall	3.0nm on a course of 227 SW