Island hopping
Fishing village & handicraft visit
For people who want to understand the islands, not just see them. Focus is on fishing, crafts and food — what local life is actually built on.
Pros
- Meet local people
- Traditional food
- Quiet and unhurried
Cons
- Depends on what hosts can arrange
- Not much swimming
What the day looks like
Morning boat ride, harbour and village walk with a local guide, time with craftspeople, Maldivian lunch, return in the afternoon.
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.