Local island •Dhaalu atoll, see all its islands
Meedhoo
- Population
- 1,118
- as of 2022
- Area
- 0.33 km²
- land area
- Distance to airport
- 144.9 km
- Velana Airport
Overview
Meedhoo is a local island in Dhaalu, 144.9 km from Velana International Airport. About 1,118 people live here.
On the island
- Health centre
- ATM
Not on the island
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Bank
- Airport
Access points
Getting to Meedhoo
144.9 km from Velana International Airport
Scheduled Speedboat
From Kudahuvadhoo harbour
1 hr 25 min • $8.11 per person
Daily except Friday
MTCC RTL connects Kudahuvadhoo to Meedhoo via Hulhudheli and Rinbudhoo on one boat. This is the onward leg after the domestic flight. An alternative RTL route runs via Maaenboodhoo and Bandidhoo. The published sailings run in daylight. Fare is the published per-person one-way public rate.
Not suited to late arrivals
Domestic Flight
From Velana International Airport (MLE)
45 min • $173.15 per person
Daily
Maldivian flies to Dhaalu Airport on Kudahuvadhoo. Continue to Meedhoo by RTL speedboat. Choose a flight before the afternoon sailing. Evening arrivals require an overnight stop unless an onward boat is separately confirmed. Fare is per person one-way.
Not suited to late arrivals
Guest guidance
Good to know before you arrive
- Bikini beach
- No alcohol
Who it's for
Fishing and snorkelling travellers who prefer village stays and boat excursions, and are comfortable with modest dress and local-island rules.
Who it's not for
Nightlife seekers, travellers expecting alcohol in the village or resort amenities, and anyone needing hospital care on the island.
Dress code
Cover shoulders and knees in the village; wear swimwear only at the designated tourist beach or on resort and sandbank excursions.
During Ramadan
Local cafés and restaurants may close or limit Ramadan daylight service; guesthouses generally still serve guests.
Location
Where Meedhoo is
- Distance from Velana Airport
- 144.9 km