Atolls
Kaafu · K · Central

North Malé

The capital's atoll: the capital Malé, the airport, and easy-to-reach local islands famous for surf breaks.

Malé, North Malé North Malé

Malé

The compact, colourful capital of the Maldives

  • Pop. 211,908
  • ≈15 min by taxi from the airport
Hulhumalé, North Malé North Malé

Hulhumalé

Modern reclaimed city island next to the airport

  • Pop. 53,193
  • ≈10 min by road
Huraa, North Malé North Malé

Huraa

Mangroves, turtles and surf breaks

  • Pop. 1,654
  • ≈30–40 min by speedboat
  • Bikini beach
Thulusdhoo, North Malé North Malé

Thulusdhoo

Surf capital of North Malé Atoll

  • Pop. 1,801
  • ≈30 min by speedboat
  • Bikini beach
Himmafushi, North Malé North Malé

Himmafushi

Jailbreaks surf and handicraft shops

  • Pop. 2,012
  • ≈20 min by speedboat
Dhiffushi, North Malé North Malé

Dhiffushi

Long white beaches on the edge of the atoll

  • Pop. 1,270
  • ≈45 min by speedboat
  • Bikini beach
Gaafaru, North Malé North Malé

Gaafaru

A Peaceful Island Escape Surrounded by Turquoise Waters and Coral Reefs

  • Pop. 1,294
  • 45–75 minutes
  • Bikini beach