Local island •Meemu atoll, see all its islands
Maduvvaree
- Population
- 318
- as of 2022
- Area
- 0.12 km²
- land area
Overview
Maduvvaree is a local island in Meemu. About 318 people live here.
On the island
- Health centre
- ATM
Not on the island
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Bank
- Airport
Access points
Getting to Maduvvaree
Scheduled Speedboat
From Muli harbour
27 min
Sun, Thu, Sat
Malas Speed runs Muli–Naalaafushi–Mulah–Veyvah–Maduvvaree as the onward boat after a Velana–Muli flight. The evening flight misses this morning sailing. Direct Velana service and ProJets calls are alternatives. Fare basis: per person, one-way; price unconfirmed.
Not suited to late arrivals
Private Speedboat
From Malé
Daily
Private speedboat hire from Malé can be arranged locally; confirm the departure jetty and sailing plan before booking. Fare basis would be a charter for the whole boat, not a fixed per-person rate.
Works with late arrivals
Domestic Flight
From Velana International Airport (Male)
35 min • $142.42 per person
Daily
Maldivian flies to Muli (MUM). Continue on a separate Muli–Maduvvaree scheduled speedboat or public ferry. The published evening flight misses the morning speedboat; arrange the handoff before booking. Fare basis: per person, 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 interested in Meemu village life, fishing and snorkelling, who are comfortable arranging boat transfers and following local dress rules.
Who it's not for
Nightlife seekers, luxury-resort travelers, and anyone needing more than basic health-centre-level medical care.
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.