Palm Gate
Getting to Palm Gate
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 24 km · Public ferry or shared speedboat
Public ferry or shared speedboat
24 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Palm Gate
Palm Gate is located on Thulusdhoo island. Access is via public ferry or shared speedboat, a journey of approximately 24 km from the airport. The property is a 1-minute walk from Bikini Beach.
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 24 km. The property can usually book the speedboat; boats run to a timetable, so check the last departure if you land late.
- Arrive at Palm Gate. Settle in and start your stay.