Local island •Meemu atoll, see all its islands
Muli
- Population
- 949
- as of 2022
- Area
- 0.77 km²
- land area
- Distance to airport
- 141.4 km
- Velana Airport
Overview
Muli is a local island in Meemu, 141.4 km from Velana International Airport. About 949 people live here.
On the island
- Hospital
- ATM
- Bank
- Airport
Not on the island
- Health centre
- Clinic
Access points
Getting to Muli
141.4 km from Velana International Airport
Public Ferry
From Dhiggaru harbour
2 hr 30 min
Sun, Sat
MTCC runs an inter-island ferry from Dhiggaru through Maduvvari, Raiymandhoo, Veyvah and Mulah to Muli. Other MTCC routes reach Muli from Kolhufushi. Fare basis is per person, one-way; confirm the current rate.
Works with late arrivals
Scheduled Speedboat
From Velana International Airport jetty
2 hr 30 min
Mon, Thu, Sat
Speedboat operators serve Muli from Velana Airport via Maafushi, Rakeedhoo, Dhiggaru, Maduvvari, Veyvah and Mulaku. Fare basis is per person, one-way; confirm the current rate.
Not suited to late arrivals
Domestic Flight
From Velana International Airport (Male')
45 min • $142.67 per person
Daily
Maldivian flies directly to Muli Airport on the island; arrange airport pickup for the village. Fare is quoted per person, one-way, and varies by date and availability.
Not suited to late arrivals
Guest guidance
Good to know before you arrive
- Bikini beach
- No alcohol
Who it's for
Surfers coming for the F1 and Mushrooms reef breaks, and travellers comfortable staying within a working Maldivian village.
Who it's not for
Nightlife seekers, overwater-villa travellers, and guests expecting resort bars or unrestricted swimwear around the village.
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.
Location
Where Muli is
- Distance from Velana Airport
- 141.4 km