Maladiwa Beach & Spa
Getting to Maladiwa Beach & Spa
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 28 km · Public ferry or shared speedboat
Public ferry or shared speedboat
28 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Maladiwa Beach & Spa
Maladiwa Beach and Spa is on Maafushi Island, approximately 28 km from Velana International Airport. Guests travel by public ferry or shared speedboat — the speedboat takes around 30 minutes. The property also provides a free airport shuttle; confirm timing with them ahead of arrival.
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 28 km, typically arranged by the resort and running day and night.
- Arrive at Maladiwa Beach & Spa. Settle in and start your stay.