Local island •Thaa atoll, see all its islands
Omadhoo
- Population
- 417
- as of 2022
- Area
- 0.37 km²
- land area
- Distance to airport
- 232 km
- Velana Airport
Overview
Omadhoo is a local island in Thaa, 232 km from Velana International Airport. About 417 people live here.
On the island
- Health centre
- ATM
Not on the island
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Bank
- Airport
Access points
Getting to Omadhoo
232 km from Velana International Airport
Scheduled Speedboat
From Veymandoo harbour
20 min • $2.27 per person
Daily except Friday
RTL runs Veymandoo–Kinbidhoo–Omadhoo. After a Thimarafushi flight, take the separate airport-island–Veymandoo leg first and allow for the wait. RTL also offers a connection via Gaadhiffushi. Fare is the public per-person one-way rate.
Not suited to late arrivals
Domestic Flight
From Velana International Airport (Male')
50 min • $188.13 per person
Thu, Sat
Maldivian flies to Thimarafushi (TMF). Arrange the harbour transfer and onward ferry or speedboat to Th. Omadhoo separately. Confirm the handoff before booking. Fare is priced per person, one-way; prices vary by date.
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 a quiet fishing village and local culture, comfortable planning a flight and onward boat connection through Thimarafushi.
Who it's not for
Nightlife seekers, resort-style luxury travellers, and visitors needing hospital care on the island or a direct flight to their accommodation.
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 Omadhoo is
- Distance from Velana Airport
- 232 km