Local island •Gaaf Alif atoll, see all its islands
Dhaandhoo
- Population
- 1,045
- as of 2022
- Area
- 0.18 km²
- land area
- Distance to airport
- 397.1 km
- Velana Airport
Overview
Dhaandhoo is a local island in Gaaf Alif, 397.1 km from Velana International Airport. About 1,045 people live here.
On the island
- Health centre
- ATM
Not on the island
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Bank
- Airport
Access points
Getting to Dhaandhoo
397.1 km from Velana International Airport
Public Ferry
From Kooddoo
50 min • $4.21 per person
Daily except Friday
MTCC's RTL serves Gdh and GA zones. This is not a direct connection from Male' but serving in the southern regions of GA and Gdh. The estimated fare for this trip is MVR 65 per person per way ($4.21)
Not suited to late arrivals
Private Speedboat
From Kooddoo Airport (GKK), Gaafu Alif Atoll
25 min
Daily
Following the Kooddoo flight from Male' on request chartered flights are available via a local operator or guesthouse arrangement. The fare would be calculated per boat irrespective of passengers when its a chartered and these charges are not published.
Not suited to late arrivals
Domestic Flight
From Velana International Airport (Malé)
1 hr 5 min • $210 per person
Daily
Maldivian operates multiple flights a week to Kooddoo Airport which is the first leg. To reach Dhaandhoo, a separate speedboat is required. Fare presented above is per person rate for one way.
Not suited to late arrivals
Guest guidance
Good to know before you arrive
- No bikini beach
- No alcohol
Who it's for
Travellers who want an everyday, working fishing-community island in the far south, away from resort infrastructure and other tourists.
Who it's not for
Divers or surfers seeking a known site or break, nightlife seekers, and anyone who may need more than basic health-centre-level care nearby.
Dress code
Modest dress in the inhabited village (shoulders and knees covered); swimwear reserved for the designated bikini beach or a resort/sandbank excursion.
During Ramadan
Local cafés and restaurants may close or limit service during Ramadan daylight hours; guesthouses generally still serve guests.
Location
Where Dhaandhoo is
- Distance from Velana Airport
- 397.1 km