How to Navigate Maldives’ Transportation Systems –

The beautiful Maldives has undoubtedly secured a place amongst the finest holiday destinations on the globe offering sublime tropical weather, idyllic beaches, stunning natural scenery and plenty of enjoyable things to do. Naturally, many visitors will desire to explore the surroundings and attractions of this island nation using the transportation options available; your main options for getting about the Maldives are described below.

By Air

As you might expect in an archipelago of rather far-flung islands, air travel happens to be one of the important modes of transport in the Maldives. Accordingly, you will have the opportunity to make use of the regular domestic flights that link the main international airport with the numerous domestic airports to be found scattered around the country. 

Similarly, travelling by seaplane is a popular choice in this country. Flying by seaplane is undoubtedly a rapid and convenient means of travel especially when it comes to reaching private resorts in atolls located far away from the international airport. Additionally, on one of these flights, you will have the chance to admire the sensational aerial views of the islands and their surroundings. A seaplane flight may be described as an iconic experience in the Maldives. 

By Speedboat 

Speedboats are also commonly used for travel between the islands of the Maldives. Many foreign visitors use speedboats to get to resorts after arriving at the international airport or a regional airport. Travelling by speedboat is a fairly quick and convenient way to travel and you will also have the opportunity to enjoy the absorbing sights on the way. Costs will often be moderate and will depend on the distance travelled. An accommodation choice to consider for your stay would be Adaaran Club Rannalhi which you could reach via a speedboat transfer after arriving in the Maldives; places to visit could also be accessed in this way including local islands, while such vessels can be used for various other excursions too.

By Ferry 

Meanwhile, if you happen to be on a modest budget and seek a cost-effective way to travel, consider using public ferries to go from one local island to another. Whilst these ferries will be slower in comparison to speedboats, you could save significant money by using this option. Travelling by ferry would also provide you with the opportunity to interact with the locals and gain an insight into the Maldivian lifestyle. However, you must keep in mind that ferries only travel to inhabited islands rather than resort islands. 

By Yacht or Dhoni 

For visitors with ample budgets, travelling around in a private yacht would be a marvellous way to explore the Maldives. In this regard, you will have the option of renting a yacht or bringing one of your own. 

On the other hand, holidaymakers could also take the opportunity to travel out to sea on a dhoni, a traditional Maldivian sailing vessel. A romantic sunset cruise on a dhoni would be a wonderful experience for couples and honeymooners staying at a private island resort.

By Bus or Taxi 

Using the bus services is an inexpensive and simple option, but naturally, due to the small size of the islands, these could only be found in the larger cities. Whilst services will often be regular the density of traffic could affect timings. 

In the bigger cities, you could also get about in taxis; local taxis will typically be air-conditioned and comfortable. Due to the small size of the urban areas, sharing taxis would be a fairly common occurrence. 

By Bicycle 

As you might expect, cycling in the sunny, enticing surroundings of the Maldives will be an enjoyable experience. Some of the resorts offer bicycles for the use of their guests so that they can cycle around the island. If your resort island is suitable for cycling, and hiring bicycles is not on offer, you could even take along a folding bicycle in your luggage if you so desire!