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Inhabited islands with guest houses, local cafés and everyday island life. Each guide covers what the island is known for, facilities, local rules and how to get there.

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  • 21atolls
  • 24with a bikini beach
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Dhangethi, South Ari South Ari

Dhangethi

Whale shark trips from a friendly fishing island

  • Pop. 936
  • ≈1 hr 30 min by speedboat
  • Bikini beach
Dharavandhoo, Baa Baa

Dharavandhoo

Gateway to Hanifaru Bay's manta gatherings

  • Pop. 997
  • ≈35 min by domestic flight
  • Bikini beach
Dhigurah, South Ari South Ari

Dhigurah

Whale sharks and a 3 km sandbank tail

  • Pop. 761
  • ≈1 hr 30 min by speedboat
  • Bikini beach
Fehendhoo, Baa Baa

Fehendhoo

Fehendhoo Island – A Peaceful Escape into the Natural Beauty of the Maldives.

  • Pop. 324
  • 1hr 30min
  • Bikini beach
Goidhoo, Baa Baa

Goidhoo

Discover Goidhoo: Where Nature Meets Island Life

  • Pop. 875
  • 1.5–2 hours from Malé
  • Bikini beach
Hithadhoo, Addu Addu

Hithadhoo

Addu City: causeways, wetlands and WWII history

  • Pop. 13,759
  • ≈1 hr 15 min by domestic flight
Kudahuvadhoo, Dhaalu Dhaalu

Kudahuvadhoo

Explore the History, Culture and Natural Beauty of Dhaalu Atoll.

  • Pop. 3,580
  • 35–45 minutes by domestic flight
Mathiveri, North Ari North Ari

Mathiveri

Sandbanks, mantas and a quiet bikini beach

  • Pop. 878
  • ≈1 hr 30 min by speedboat
  • Bikini beach
Muli, Meemu Meemu

Muli

Experience Authentic Island Life and Surfing in Meemu Atoll.

  • Domestic flight: Approximately 30–40 minutes from Malé
Naifaru, Lhaviyani Lhaviyani

Naifaru

Experience the Heart of Lhaviyani Atoll.

  • Pop. 5,082
  • Bikini beach
Omadhoo, South Ari South Ari

Omadhoo

Slow island life in South Ari

  • Pop. 913
  • ≈1 hr 30 min by speedboat
  • Bikini beach
Rasdhoo, North Ari North Ari

Rasdhoo

Dawn hammerhead dives on the atoll edge

  • Pop. 1,282
  • ≈1 hr by speedboat
  • Bikini beach
Ukulhas, North Ari North Ari

Ukulhas

Eco-island with one of the longest bikini beaches

  • Pop. 1,284
  • ≈1 hr 15 min by speedboat
  • Bikini beach
Vaavu Thinadhoo, Vaavu Vaavu

Vaavu Thinadhoo

Escape to Pristine Beaches and Crystal-Clear Waters.

  • Approximately 75–90 minutes by speedboat
  • Bikini beach
Veymandoo, Thaa Thaa

Veymandoo

Experience Authentic Maldivian Island Life in Thaa Atoll.

  • Approximately 50 minutes flight + 15–30 minutes boat
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First trip, short stay

Islands close to Malé are a short speedboat ride from the airport, with easy day trips and plenty of guest houses.

Closest to Malé Beach days

Local islands follow local dress rules. These islands have a dedicated bikini beach set aside for visitors.

Bikini beach islands Read the travel guides

Local rules, transfers from the airport, seasons for whale sharks, mantas and surf, money and SIM cards.

Travel guides Further out, quieter

Head north or south for fewer visitors, bigger reefs and slower island days. Domestic flights or seaplanes help.

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