Maldives local islands

Every island has its own pace. Filter by atoll and transfer to find the ones that fit your trip.

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Dhangethi
Alifu Dhaalu Atoll
Dhangethi
easy access to the South Ari whale shark area · dive centres with trips to Kuda Rah Thila and nearby sites
- Speedboat
- Domestic flight
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
divers · whale shark trips · snorkellers
Read profile: DhangethiData checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Inspirationqs, CC BY-SA 4.0
Baa Atoll
Dharavandhoo
being the closest local island base for Hanifaru Bay, about five minutes by boat · a domestic airport (DRV) on the island
- Domestic flight
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
manta seekers · snorkellers · divers
Read profile: DharavandhooData checked 2026-10-12
Dhiffushi
Kaafu Atoll
Dhiffushi
being described as the easternmost inhabited island, popular for sunrise · three designated tourist (bikini) beaches out of four beaches
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
budget travellers
Read profile: DhiffushiData checked 2026-10-12
Dhigurah
Alifu Dhaalu Atoll
Dhigurah
whale shark trips in the South Ari Marine Protected Area · a long beach and sandbank at the southern tip
- Speedboat
- Domestic flight
- Bikini beach
snorkellers · whale shark seekers
Read profile: DhigurahData checked 2026-10-12
Eydhafushi
Baa Atoll
Eydhafushi
being the capital of Baa Atoll · Baa Atoll Hospital, the main hospital in the atoll, with a new 50-bed building under construction from November 2025
- Domestic flight
- Speedboat
travellers wanting town services · a budget base for Baa
Read profile: EydhafushiData checked 2026-10-12
Fehendhoo
Baa Atoll
Fehendhoo
a very small population, about 198 residents · two designated bikini beaches, one near the village and a larger one at the western end
- Speedboat
- Domestic flight
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
quiet stays · couples · divers
Read profile: FehendhooData checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Z thomas, CC0
Vaavu Atoll
Felidhoo
being the capital of Vaavu Atoll · Vaavu channel diving (Fotteyo Kandu, Miyaru Kandu)
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
divers
Read profile: FelidhooData checked 2026-10-12
Fulhadhoo
Baa Atoll
Fulhadhoo
a long natural beach on the western side, with a designated bikini beach about 1.2 km long · sunsets and a sandbank on the western side at low tide
- Speedboat
- Domestic flight
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
beach lovers · couples · snorkellers
Read profile: FulhadhooData checked 2026-10-12
Fulidhoo
Vaavu Atoll
Fulidhoo
nurse sharks and stingrays in the shallows by the jetty · a very small, walkable village island in Vaavu
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
snorkellers · quiet stays
Read profile: FulidhooData checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Asaymirus, CC BY 4.0
Gnaviyani (Fuvahmulah)
Fuvahmulah
tiger shark diving at Tiger Zoo (Tiger Harbour) · freshwater lakes and wetlands, including Fuvahmulah Nature Park
- Domestic flight
- Public ferry
divers · surfers · nature walks
Read profile: FuvahmulahData checked 2026-10-12
Gan (Addu)
Seenu (Addu) Atoll
Gan (Addu)
Gan International Airport, built on the former RAF base · WWII and RAF heritage, including a war memorial and British guns on display
- Domestic flight
history lovers · cyclists using the causeway road · short stays close to the airport
Read profile: Gan (Addu)Data checked 2026-10-12
Gan (Laamu)
Laamu Atoll
Gan (Laamu)
a long causeway-linked island chain with Fonadhoo, Maandhoo and Kadhdhoo (about 18 km of road) · Buddhist-era archaeological ruins
- Domestic flight
road trips along causeways · cycling · surfers and divers on a budget
Read profile: Gan (Laamu)Data checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Keduqu, CC BY-SA 4.0
Kaafu Atoll
Gulhi
a small, quiet South Male island next to Maafushi · a designated bikini beach with shallow, calm water
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
short relaxed trips
Read profile: GulhiData checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Luka Peternel, CC BY-SA 4.0
Kaafu Atoll
Guraidhoo
a quieter alternative to Maafushi, about 31 km south of Male · Guraidhoo Kandu, a protected channel area with several dive sites
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
budget travellers
Read profile: GuraidhooData checked 2026-10-12
Hangnaameedhoo
Alifu Dhaalu Atoll
Hangnaameedhoo
a house reef reachable from the bikini beach · dive trips to Maaya Thila and nearby sites
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Domestic flight
- Bikini beach
quiet stays · snorkellers · divers
Read profile: HangnaameedhooData checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Andreas Faessler, CC BY-SA 4.0
Haa Dhaalu Atoll
Hanimaadhoo
Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HAQ), the main gateway to the far north · a designated bikini beach and house reef snorkelling
- Domestic flight
- Bikini beach
remote travel · quiet beach stays · divers exploring Haa Dhaalu
Read profile: HanimaadhooData checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Awshan, CC BY-SA 4.0
Kaafu Atoll
Himmafushi
the Jailbreaks surf break, a short walk from the village · a busy local village about 16 km north-east of Male
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
surfers · short stays near the airport · divers
Read profile: HimmafushiData checked 2026-10-12
Hithadhoo (Addu)
Seenu (Addu) Atoll
Hithadhoo (Addu)
being the administrative centre of Addu City · Addu Nature Park at Eedhigali Kilhi and Koattey
- Domestic flight
nature lovers · birdwatchers · cyclists
Read profile: Hithadhoo (Addu)Data checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Saaremees, CC BY-SA 4.0
Male City
Hulhumale
a reclaimed city island linked to the airport and Male by road · a long public beach and promenade with cafes
- Speedboat
- Bikini beach
transit nights · families · late arrivals
Read profile: HulhumaleData checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Alebonda66, CC BY-SA 4.0
Kaafu Atoll
Huraa
a protected mangrove area that visitors can kayak through, unusual for a Maldivian island · a designated bikini beach on the northern side
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
couples on a budget · short first local-island trips close to the airport · surfers in season
Read profile: HuraaData checked 2026-10-12
Kamadhoo
Baa Atoll
Kamadhoo
a bikini beach on the southern side connected to the house reef · Hanifaru Bay about 15 to 20 minutes by speedboat
- Speedboat
- Domestic flight
- Bikini beach
snorkellers · divers · manta seekers
Read profile: KamadhooData checked 2026-10-12
Keyodhoo
Vaavu Atoll
Keyodhoo
the half-submerged Keyodhoo shipwreck in the lagoon · access to Vaavu channel dives such as Miyaru Kandu and Fotteyo Kandu
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
divers
Read profile: KeyodhooData checked 2026-10-12
Kulhudhuffushi
Haa Dhaalu Atoll
Kulhudhuffushi
being the regional city of the north · a regional airport on the island, built partly on reclaimed mangrove
- Domestic flight
travellers curious about everyday northern Maldives life · a base for visiting Haa Alifu and Haa Dhaalu islands
Read profile: KulhudhuffushiData checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Buiobuione, CC BY-SA 4.0
Kaafu Atoll
Maafushi
the largest guesthouse scene in the Maldives · day trips to sandbanks and snorkel spots
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
first-timers on a budget · short trips
Read profile: MaafushiData checked 2026-10-12
Maamigili
Alifu Dhaalu Atoll
Maamigili
Villa International Airport Maamigili, the domestic airport for South Ari · access to the South Ari Marine Protected Area for whale shark trips
- Domestic flight
- Speedboat
Read profile: MaamigiliData checked 2026-10-12
Mahibadhoo
Alifu Dhaalu Atoll
Mahibadhoo
being the administrative capital of Alifu Dhaalu (South Ari) · the atoll's regional hospital
- Speedboat
- Domestic flight
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
Read profile: MahibadhooData checked 2026-10-12
Male City
Male City
Male City
the capital city and seat of government · the Old Friday Mosque (Hukuru Miskiy), built in 1656
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
day visits · transit stays · city sightseeing
Read profile: Male CityData checked 2026-10-12
Mandhoo
Alifu Dhaalu Atoll
Mandhoo
a small traditional fishing island in South Ari of about 800 residents · access to South Ari whale shark and manta excursions
- Domestic flight
- Speedboat
quiet stays · whale shark trips in South Ari
Read profile: MandhooData checked 2026-10-12
Naifaru
Lhaviyani Atoll
Naifaru
being the capital and most populous island of Lhaviyani · Lhaviyani Atoll Hospital, the atoll-level state hospital
- Speedboat
- Domestic flight
Read profile: NaifaruData checked 2026-10-12
Omadhoo
Alifu Dhaalu Atoll
Omadhoo
stingrays at the fishing pier in the late afternoon · trips to the South Ari whale shark area
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
quiet stays · whale shark trips · snorkellers
Read profile: OmadhooData checked 2026-10-12
Photo: georama, CC BY 3.0
Alifu Alifu Atoll
Rasdhoo
early-morning hammerhead dives at Rasdhoo Madivaru (Hammerhead Point) · several dive centres for a small island
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
divers · snorkellers · budget travellers
Read profile: RasdhooData checked 2026-10-12
Thinadhoo (Vaavu)
Vaavu Atoll
Thinadhoo (Vaavu)
a long, quiet bikini beach of about 500 m · access to Vaavu channel dives such as Fotteyo and Miyaru Kandu
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
quiet stays · divers · couples
Read profile: Thinadhoo (Vaavu)Data checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Alessandro Caproni, CC BY 2.0
Alifu Alifu Atoll
Thoddoo
farming, especially papaya, passion fruit and watermelon · a designated tourist (bikini) beach and reef within a short swim
- Speedboat
- Seaplane
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
budget travellers
Read profile: ThoddooData checked 2026-10-12
Thulusdhoo
Kaafu Atoll
Thulusdhoo
the surf break known as Cokes, with Chickens a short boat ride away · the Coca-Cola bottling plant of Male' Aerated Water Company
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
surfers · budget travellers · short trips close to the airport
Read profile: ThulusdhooData checked 2026-10-12
Photo: Ukulhas, CC BY-SA 3.0
Alifu Alifu Atoll
Ukulhas
a long lagoon tourist (bikini) beach · an early, recognised island waste management programme
- Speedboat
- Public ferry
- Bikini beach
couples · snorkellers · first-time local island visitors
Read profile: UkulhasData checked 2026-10-12
Bodufolhudhoo
Alifu Alifu Atoll
Bodufolhudhoo
- Speedboat
Data checked 2026-10-11
Feridhoo
Alifu Alifu Atoll
Feridhoo
- Speedboat
Data checked 2026-10-11
Feydhoo
Seenu (Addu) Atoll
Feydhoo
its causeway link between Gan and Maradhoo
- Domestic flight
Data checked 2026-10-11
Goidhoo
Baa Atoll
Goidhoo
being the largest of the three islands of Goidhoo (Horsburgh) Atoll, about 114 hectares · farmland, old mosques and a partly enclosed mangrove
- Speedboat
- Domestic flight
quiet stays · nature walks · cyclists
Data checked 2026-10-12
Kelaa
Haa Alifu Atoll
Kelaa
its history as a wartime British station
- Domestic flight
Data checked 2026-10-11
Kendhoo
Baa Atoll
Kendhoo
- Domestic flight
Data checked 2026-10-11
Kudahuvadhoo
Dhaalu Atoll
Kudahuvadhoo
being the capital of Dhaalu, with a domestic airport
- Domestic flight
Data checked 2026-10-11
Maalhos
Baa Atoll
Maalhos
- Domestic flight
Data checked 2026-10-11
Maradhoo
Seenu (Addu) Atoll
Maradhoo
being a causeway-linked island in Addu
- Domestic flight
Data checked 2026-10-11
Photo: goldpicasa, CC BY 3.0
Alifu Alifu Atoll
Mathiveri
- Speedboat
quiet stays
Data checked 2026-10-11
Meedhoo
Raa Atoll
Meedhoo
- Domestic flight
Data checked 2026-10-11
Utheemu
Haa Alifu Atoll
Utheemu
Utheemu Ganduvaru, the palace of Sultan Mohamed Thakurufaanu
- Domestic flight
history lovers
Data checked 2026-10-11
Villingili
Gaafu Alifu Atoll
Villingili
being the capital of Gaafu Alifu
- Domestic flight
Data checked 2026-10-11