Boat trips & transport
Public ferry
Slow, cheap and genuinely local. Public ferries connect Malé with islands across several atolls, mostly used by islanders.
Pros
- Very cheap
- Authentic local experience
Cons
- Slow
- Limited days, often no Friday service
- Doesn't leave from the airport
What the day looks like
Board at the Malé ferry terminal, travel times from about 1.5 to 4+ hours. Many routes skip Fridays; check the current timetable before planning.
Weather right now
What's the sky doing over Malé
The five-day forecasts cover Malé and Kooddoo, the forecast point used for Gemanafushi. Weather varies between atolls: the forecast for Malé is not a reliable guide to conditions across the Maldives. Check the forecast for your destination before travelling.
When to go: seasons and monsoons →Seasons and monsoons in Malé
The Maldives swings between two monsoons rather than four seasons — one year at a glance:
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Live from the islands
- Kuredu Island beachLhaviyani Atoll
- Veligandu sunset beachNorth Ari Atoll
- Kandooma FushiSouth Malé Atoll
- Velaa island 24/7Noonu Atoll
Resort-run cameras, opened on the provider's site. Views change with weather and daylight.