Chambao Maldives
Getting to Chambao Maldives
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 33 km · Public ferry or shared speedboat
Public ferry or shared speedboat
33 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Chambao Maldives
Guraidhoo is about 30 km from Malé and the international airport. The cheapest option is the public ferry from MTCC Malé terminal — under $2 and around one hour, but it does not run on Fridays. Scheduled speedboats take 30–35 minutes and cost $25 per person, with five or six departures daily. Private transfers can be arranged on request.
The public ferry costs only a few dollars but runs on set days; a shared speedboat is typically $25–50 per person one way. The guesthouse usually arranges the speedboat — confirm days and fare.
The journey
Step by step
- Fly to Malé. Arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE), the Maldives' main international gateway, served by direct flights from Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
- Public ferry or shared speedboat. Continue by speedboat across the lagoon — about 33 km, typically arranged by the resort and running day and night.
- Arrive at Chambao Maldives. Settle in and start your stay.