OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort
Getting to OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 95 km · Seaplane transfer
Seaplane transfer
95 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort
Reach OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort via a 25-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport, covering a distance of 95 km. This scenic journey provides an introduction to the beautiful South Ari Atoll.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
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.
- Seaplane transfer. Transfer onward by scenic seaplane over the atolls — roughly 95 km. Seaplanes operate in daylight hours only, so a late arrival may mean an overnight in Malé.
- Arrive at OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort. Settle in and start your stay.