Noorani Retreat
Getting to Noorani Retreat
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 34 km · Public ferry or shared speedboat
Public ferry or shared speedboat
34 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Noorani Retreat
Noorani Retreat is located on Dhiffushi island, 34 km from the airport. Transfers are available via public ferry or shared speedboat. The property is a short walk to the speedboat and slow public ferry transfer points.
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 shared speedboat from Malé or the airport, or by public ferry on the days it runs — about 34 km. The property can usually book the speedboat; boats run to a timetable, so check the last departure if you land late.
- Arrive at Noorani Retreat. Settle in and start your stay.