Local island •Shaviyani atoll, see all its islands
Narudhoo
- Population
- 544
- as of 2022
- Area
- 0.43 km²
- land area
Overview
Narudhoo is a local island in Shaviyani. About 544 people live here.
On the island
- Health centre
- ATM
Not on the island
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Bank
- Airport
Access points
Getting to Narudhoo
Public Ferry
From Funadhoo harbour
1 hr 15 min
Thu, Sat
MTCC sails Funadhoo–Milandhoo–Narudhoo after the domestic flight to Funadhoo; arrange the airport-to-harbour transfer separately. An alternative route goes via Lhaimagu. The Saturday direct sailing leaves before morning flights arrive.
Not suited to late arrivals
Scheduled Speedboat
From Funadhoo harbour
40 min • $4.22 per person
Daily except Friday
MTCC’s RTL speed ferry connects Funadhoo–Milandhoo–Narudhoo after the domestic flight. Arrange the airport-to-harbour transfer separately; one afternoon sailing is listed and boarding is required 30 minutes before departure. Fare is a public per-person, one-way rate.
Not suited to late arrivals
Domestic Flight
From Velana International Airport (Male')
1 hr • $188.13 per person
Sun, Tue, Thu, Sat
Maldivian operates to Funadhoo (FND), then go to Funadhoo harbour for the boat via Milandhoo to Narudhoo. Confirm both tickets and the harbour transfer; date-specific gaps can require an overnight stay. Fare 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
Independent travellers interested in a small fishing community, with time to coordinate a domestic flight and an onward boat.
Who it's not for
Nightlife seekers, travellers who need a confirmed bikini beach, and anyone expecting direct flights to the island.
Dress code
Cover shoulders and knees in the village; reserve swimwear for resort or sandbank excursions.
During Ramadan
Local cafés and restaurants may close or limit service during Ramadan daylight hours; guesthouses generally still serve guests.