Local island •Meemu atoll, see all its islands
Naalaafushi
- Population
- 430
- as of 2022
- Area
- 0.13 km²
- land area
Overview
Naalaafushi is a local island in Meemu. About 430 people live here.
On the island
- Health centre
- ATM
Not on the island
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Bank
- Airport
Access points
Getting to Naalaafushi
Public Ferry
From Muli harbour
15 min
Daily except Thursday and Friday
MTCC’s conventional ferry runs from Muli harbour directly to Naalaafushi, with one inbound sailing on each listed day. This connects after a flight to Muli. The evening flight misses the ferry, so arrange an onward boat or stay until a service day. Fare is per person, one-way.
Not suited to late arrivals
Scheduled Speedboat
From Muli harbour
5 min
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat
MTCC’s scheduled speedboat runs from Muli harbour directly to Naalaafushi after a flight to Muli. The evening flight misses its last sailing, so arrange an onward boat or stay until a service day. Fare is per person, one-way.
Not suited to late arrivals
Domestic Flight
From Velana International Airport (Male')
35 min • $142.42 per person
Daily
Maldivian flies to Muli. The next leg will continue from Muli harbour to Naalaafushi by a separately booked ferry or speedboat. The evening flight misses scheduled onward boats, so arrange a boat or stay in Muli until a service day. Airfare is 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 fishing village life, coir rope making, palm thatch weaving and traditional fish drying, with transfers arranged through Muli.
Who it's not for
Nightlife seekers, travellers expecting resort amenities or a confirmed bikini beach, and anyone who needs a hospital on the island.
Dress code
Cover shoulders and knees in the village; use swimwear only on resort or sandbank excursions until a designated tourist beach is confirmed.
During Ramadan
Local cafés and restaurants may close or limit service during Ramadan daylight hours; guesthouses generally still serve guests.