Sunrise Beach
Getting to Sunrise Beach
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 Sunrise Beach
Sunrise Beach and Spa is located in Maafushi, Maldives, approximately 28 km from the airport. Access is via public ferry or shared speedboat. The guest house is situated directly on the beach, with public beaches nearby, including Bikini Beach and Water Sports 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 28 km. The property can usually book the speedboat; boats run to a timetable, so check the last departure if you land late.
- Arrive at Sunrise Beach. Settle in and start your stay.