Local island •Shaviyani atoll, see all its islands
Maroshi
- Population
- 479
- as of 2022
- Area
- 0.31 km²
- land area
Overview
Maroshi is a local island in Shaviyani. About 479 people live here.
On the island
- Health centre
- ATM
Not on the island
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Bank
- Airport
Access points
Getting to Maroshi
Public Ferry
From Funadhoo harbour, Shaviyani Atoll
2 hr 55 min
Mon, Thu
MTCC operates Funadhoo–Lhaimagu–Maaungoodhoo–Maroshi after the domestic flight to Funadhoo. A Sunday route also reaches Maroshi from Kulhudhuffushi via Noomaraa and Feydhoo. No current fixed per-person one-way fare was confirmed.
Not suited to late arrivals
Scheduled Speedboat
From Funadhoo harbour, Shaviyani Atoll
40 min • $4.54 per person
Daily except Friday
MTCC RTL runs directly from Funadhoo to Maroshi after the domestic flight to Funadhoo. Arrange the airport-to-harbour handoff and arrive 30 minutes before sailing. Check seats before booking the flight. Fare is the public per-person, one-way rate shown by RTL.
Not suited to late arrivals
Domestic Flight
From Velana International Airport (Male')
1 hr 9 min • $188.13 per person
Daily except Friday
Maldivian flies to Funadhoo (FND). Continue from Funadhoo harbour to Maroshi by RTL speedboat or public ferry. Arrange the airport-to-harbour handoff; flight and ferry days can differ. Fare is per person, one-way; price varies by travel date.
Not suited to late arrivals
Guest guidance
Good to know before you arrive
- No bikini beach
- No alcohol
Who it's for
History-minded travellers wanting village life, the Kaani tree and mangroves, with enough time to plan connecting transfers.
Who it's not for
Nightlife seekers, travellers expecting resort facilities, and beach-holiday visitors who need a confirmed designated bikini beach.
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.