Local island •Haa Dhaal atoll, see all its islands
Neykurendhoo
- Population
- 641
- as of 2022
- Area
- 1.72 km²
- land area
Overview
Neykurendhoo is a local island in Haa Dhaal. About 641 people live here.
On the island
- Health centre
- ATM
Not on the island
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Bank
- Airport
Access points
Getting to Neykurendhoo
Scheduled Speedboat
From Kulhudhuffushi harbour
20 min • $3.24 per person
Daily except Friday
MTCC's RTL speedboat runs directly from Kulhudhuffushi to Neykurendhoo. It connects with the domestic-flight leg to Kulhudhuffushi Airport after an airport-to-harbour transfer. There is one afternoon sailing and no Friday sailing; a missed connection needs an overnight stay or a separately arranged boat. Fare is the fixed public rate per person, one-way.
Not suited to late arrivals
Domestic Flight
From Velana International Airport (Male')
55 min • $205.64 per person
Daily except Friday
Maldivian flies to Kulhudhuffushi Airport (HDK). Continue from Kulhudhuffushi harbour to Neykurendhoo by the scheduled RTL speedboat; arrange the airport-to-harbour transfer. Choose a flight that allows the afternoon boat connection. Fare is per person, one-way; confirm the price when booking.
Not suited to late arrivals
Guest guidance
Good to know before you arrive
- No bikini beach
- No alcohol
Who it's for
Nature-minded travellers interested in protected mangrove wetlands and everyday village life, who are comfortable with modest dress and a dry island.
Who it's not for
Nightlife seekers, luxury-resort travelers, and anyone needing more than basic health-centre-level medical care.
Dress code
Cover shoulders and knees in the village; reserve swimwear for a confirmed 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.