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Maalefushi
Maalefushi is a luxury resort located in the southwest of the Thaa Atoll, where the overwater villas and garden suites are perfect for families, couples, and surfing and diving enthusiasts. The area features excellent relaxation spots and uninhabited private islands, and is frequently visited by whale sharks.Maalefushi · 8km from Madifushi
Hulhumale
Hulhumale is an artificial island formed by land reclamation. The island is adjacent to Velana International Airport and is connected to the airport island by road; it can also be reached from Malé via a cross-sea bridge, making it an urban island with convenient transportation in the Maldives. Construction of the island began in the late 1990s to alleviate population pressure in the capital, Malé, and it has now developed into a planned new city with residential, commercial, and public facilities. The island's coastal area is a popular spot for tourists, where artificial beaches, shallow waters, and near-shore coral reefs create a leisure space. Some areas are suitable for swimming and snorkeling, where you can observe marine life such as tropical fish and stingrays; there are also water sports facilities along the coast, where you can experience activities like kayaking, jet skiing, and kitesurfing. Beyond the beaches, the island also showcases an urban life that differs from traditional resort islands. Planned neighborhoods, green spaces, parks, restaurants, cafes, and accommodation facilities are distributed throughout, offering both everyday scenes of local life and leisure spaces for tourists. Visitors can stroll through the neighborhoods, experience local dining, or enjoy the sunset in the coastal area. Because it is close to the airport, many tourists use this place as a stopover before or after arriving in or departing from the Maldives.Maldives · Hulhumale
Aloofushi
Aloofushiis an exquisite resort island in the Maldives' Dhaalu Atoll. Its name is derived from the local Dhivehi language, meaning sun and beach. The island's more than 100 beach and overwater villas all feature private pools, with the overwater villas also including an infinity plunge pool. The interiors feature light-colored wood accented with turquoise and orange, creating a fresh, modern tropical style. The resort caters primarily to honeymooning couples and small families, and also offers family villas with living rooms. Dolphins are frequent visitors to these waters, appearing so often that one type of overwater villa on the island is named "Dolphin".Aloofushi · 77.7km from Madifushi
Velavaru Island
Velavaru Island is located in the South Nilandhe Atoll (Dhaalu Atoll) south of Malé. Its name means "Turtle Island" in the Dhivehi language, so named because sea turtles frequently lay their eggs here from January to May each year. The island is long and narrow, surrounded by palm forests, white sandy beaches, and a turquoise lagoon. The island's signature feature is its collection of overwater villas built in the middle of the lagoon: unlike the overwater villas at most island resorts, which are connected to the main island by long jetties, these stand alone, separated by a stretch of water, requiring a boat ride of a few minutes to travel back and forth, offering a great sense of privacy. Each overwater villa features a private infinity pool, a hammock suspended over the water, and steps leading directly into the lagoon. Some room types also have a rooftop terrace, where you can lie back and wait for the sunset.Velavaru · 78.9km from Madifushi
Maafushi
Maafushi is an inhabited local island in the Kaafu Atoll, Maldives, situated across the water from the capital, Malé, and accessible by public ferry or speedboat. Unlike private islands that operate on a one island, one resort basis, this is one of the first inhabited islands in the Maldives to open homestays to tourists. With a diverse range of options from budget inns to boutique hotels, it allows budget-conscious travelers to stay on an island more easily and experience the Maldives' blue seas and white sands. The island has a vibrant local atmosphere, with restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops lining the streets. The island is small enough to explore entirely on foot.Maldives · Maafushi
Himmafushi
Himmafushi is a community island where local residents have lived for a long time. It can be reached in about 20 minutes by speedboat from Malé. Unlike resort islands that operate on a one island, one resort basis, it retains its everyday community scenery. The island features mosques, schools, sports fields, and residential homes, while traditional industries like fishing and boat repair continue to this day, showcasing a more authentic side of life in the Maldives. The island has a bikini beach for tourists, where visitors can swim, sunbathe, and enjoy the sea view in designated areas. The surrounding waters have multiple surf spots, such as Jailbreaks and Sultans, which attract many surfing enthusiasts. During the appropriate season, you can experience local marine sports. Tourists can also participate in activities such as snorkeling, fishing, and dolphin watching to experience the marine environment of the North Male Atoll. The island is small, and you can explore the main areas on foot or by bicycle. The island has homestays and small shops, allowing tourists to slowly experience the community atmosphere and understand the local residents' pace of life during their stay.Maldives · Himmafushi
Bandos
Bandos is a long-established resort island. It can be reached by a speedboat ride of approx. 10+ minutes from Velana International Airport in Malé. The island is close to the airport, eliminating the need for seaplanes or domestic flights, making it suitable for travelers who want to start their island vacation quickly. It has been welcoming guests since the 1970s and is known as the Island of Hospitality. The island is surrounded by white sandy beaches, shallow seas, and coral reefs. You can go snorkeling in the near-shore areas, where you have the chance to observe marine life such as tropical fish. The island's dive center has been operating for many years and can take guests to nearby dive sites to explore the underwater world. The island has lush vegetation and diverse accommodation options, ranging from villas in garden settings to overwater villas facing the sea, with some room types featuring private pools. In terms of leisure activities, the island has a water sports center where you can experience activities such as sailing, windsurfing, water skiing, jet skiing, and kayaking. You can also participate in boat excursions like night fishing, sunset cruises, and dolphin watching. Land-based facilities are equally well-developed, featuring a gym and sports courts for tennis, badminton, squash, and table tennis. The kids' club also provides game and activity spaces for family travelers.Maldives · Bandos
Olhuveli
Olhuveli is a twin-island resort consisting of two adjacent islands. It can be reached by a seaplane ride of approx. 40 minutes from Velana International Airport in Malé. The two islands are Play and Chill. The former has a more vibrant atmosphere, while the latter is more laid-back and relaxing, allowing guests to experience different island environments according to their preferences. The island offers a wealth of unique experiences. The Subsix underwater restaurant is located below the sea surface, allowing you to enjoy the surrounding marine view while dining. The treetop restaurant NEST integrates dining spaces into the tropical vegetation, providing a unique dining experience. The island also features a variety of restaurants and specialty dining arrangements, offering guests dining options in different settings, from underwater and treetop to seaside. The surrounding waters are suitable for snorkeling, diving, and various water activities, where guests can explore the coral reef ecosystem and participate in experiences such as boat trips to observe marine life. The island also offers activities such as surfing, parasailing, and glass-bottom kayaking, and features a kids' club, providing leisure and entertainment options for family travelers. In terms of stay, the island features beach villas and overwater villas, suitable for different types of vacation needs such as couples and families.Olhuveli · 59.1km from Madifushi
En'boodhoofinolhu
En'boodhoofinolhu is a private resort island under the Taj Hotel brand from India. The island is located near Malé Velana International Airport and can be reached by speedboat in approx. 15–20 minutes, making transportation quite convenient. The island features lush vegetation and is surrounded by a clear lagoon, with villas distributed along the beach and water, creating a tranquil island vacation atmosphere. Accommodations on the island primarily consist of beach villas and overwater villas, with some room types featuring private pools and lagoon views. Overwater villas extend along jetties over the sea, allowing you to access the shallow water right outside your door; different room types also offer suite options suitable for multiple guests. In terms of dining, the island features dining spaces such as 24 Degrees, Mediterraneo, and Equator Bar, offering cuisines with Asian, Mediterranean, and other flavors, as well as casual drinks. The surrounding waters are suitable for snorkeling, diving, and water activities, allowing guests to explore the marine life in the lagoon. The island also features wellness facilities based on traditional Indian concepts and offers a variety of leisure experiences. In the evening, guests can arrange dining on the beach or by the sea to enjoy the Indian Ocean scenery and a relaxing vacation time.Maldives · Emboodhu Finolhu
Kuramathi
Kuramathi is a long-established resort island. It previously hosted multiple resorts, which were later consolidated into the current resort, with beach villas and overwater villas distributed along the island. The entire island is covered in lush vegetation, with coconut groves, tropical flowers, and trees complementing the clear lagoon to form a natural island view. The island is long and narrow, making it one of the larger resort islands in the Maldives, with a length of nearly 2 km. One side of the island features an open, gentle shallow lagoon area with calm waters, suitable for swimming and water-based activities; the sandbar on the other side is a signature view of the island, where a white sandy beach extending into the sea is revealed at low tide, becoming a popular area for visitors to enjoy the sea view and take photos. The coral reefs around the island are close to the beach, making them suitable for snorkeling exploration, with opportunities to observe sea turtles, rays, and various tropical fish. The island has an eco-center that introduces visitors to the surrounding marine environment and biological knowledge, and provides related educational activities; the dive center also offers diving experiences and marine exploration programs. Visitors can also participate in boat excursions to further understand the natural view of the surrounding waters.Maldives · Kuramathi Island
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Maalefushi
Maalefushi · 8km from MadifushiHulhumale
Maldives · HulhumaleAloofushi
Aloofushi · 77.7km from MadifushiVelavaru Island
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What travellers say about Madifushi
王木木25 December 2019
5.0
The seawater was crystal clear, it was so beautiful. You definitely have to go!
Maalefushi
Dr BP8 May 2023
4.0
For most people this will be their first or last stop in The Maldives, as it is the island on which the airport is located.It is newly reclaimed land and being designed as a kind of "back-up" capital city in case neighboring Male succumbs to rising sea levels. As such, it is a bit of construction site as new hotels, apartments etc are going up all over the place.An okay beach for a quick dip, but gets a bit of floating trash.In any case, it is okay stopover for a night after arriving or before leaving the country.
Hulhumale
naonao582724 July 2025
5.0
非常漂亮的海岛！值得一游的度假圣地，躺在沙屋的泳池边，面对碧绿湛蓝色的大海，心旷神怡！在水屋的泳池边上吹着凉爽的海风，迎着夕阳红，望着天空中的繁星！时不时魔鬼鱼🐟从海中跃出来，望着海水深不可莫测，一直没有下海去洗海水澡，加上海浪🌊不小，怕被冲跑了！出来旅游度假还是要注意安全哈！
Aloofushi
世界向左时向右7 August 2026
4.0
Scenery: Superb 🌊 Ecology: Average
Nurse sharks 🦈, sea turtles 🐢, hermit crabs 🐚, rays are few
Lagoon: Average
Fun: Snorkeling 🤿 requires a boat trip
Fishing 🎣 depends on luck
Paddleboarding 🏄 depends on the weather
Going out to sea 🛥️ to chase marine life
Value for money: Off-season, 5 days 4 nights for 2 people
All-inclusive price: 28,000-30,000
(Includes three meals, drinks, round-trip seaplane transfer, and afternoon tea while floating)
Value for money:
Velavaru Island
PONY199221 September 2023
5.0
sooooooo goooood maldives this is real havean :) sooooooo goooood maldives this is real havean :)
Maafushi
乌拉科娃4 January 2023
4.0
The scenery is pleasant, the fun is endless, and the cost-effectiveness is high.
Himmafushi
Lavender and Sun3 January 2021
5.0
In fact, this is the lowest price in the off-season, and it is often impossible to book a room at this price. Although the hotel room rate is not cheap, the source of customers is still enthusiastic, "I am not afraid of high prices, I am only afraid of poor quality", staying here for a night is really a good experience!
Bandos
微笑大仙1 May 2022
5.0
Beautiful scenery, fresh air, convenient transportation, a good place to travel
En'boodhoofinolhu
晴子haruko6 August 2019
5.0
The 1.5-hour speedboat ride was really uncomfortable. I recommend taking motion sickness pills in advance. But after arriving on the island, I felt really great. There were towering old trees and I didn't have to worry about being exposed to the sun. There was also the famous Tail Beach. I stayed in a premium sand house for 2 nights and a premium water house for 2 nights. In general, I liked the retro sand house. The water house was more modern, and there were not as many trees as the sand house.
Kuramathi