Travel Guide of Malé in Maldives by Influencers and Travelers

Malé is the capital and most populous city in the Republic of Maldives. With a population of 215,879 and an area of 8.30 square kilometres, it is also one of the most densely populated cities in the world.

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1 - Hulhumalé

   6 km away

Hulhumalé Mosque is a mosque in Hulhumalé, Maldives opened in the 1990s in the framework of the Hulhumalé land reclamation and development project, accommodating more than 1500 worshippers.

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2 - SinaMalé Bridge

Velana International Airport is the main international airport in the Maldives. It is located on Hulhulé Island in the North Malé Atoll, nearby the capital island Malé.

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3 - Shore Excursions in Malé

Wander the roads of Male, the capital of the Maldives with TripAdvisors' leading Hulhumale tour company and discover the history, religion and culture of the city that rises from the Indian Ocean. Accompanied by your Secret Paradise local guide experience a sensory overload at the fish market and local market. Hear historical stories of the President's Palace, Sultan Park, Victory Monument and Friday Mosque. Rest your legs at a local café, an oasis of tranquility within the hubbub of the city and take in the view from one of the city's tallest buildings. Through education of both guests and locals we strive to protect the environment in which we operate and limit wherever possible any negative impact preserving this country's unique location for generations to come. Please note that during Ramadan 22 March - 20 April 2023 we are unable to include the refreshment stop at a local cafe. Private tours available upon request.

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4 - Villingili

Villingili is an island in the North Male Atoll and is, administratively, known as Vilimalé and considered the fifth district of Malé, Maldives.

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5 - Henveiru

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6 - Safaris in Malé

Full Day Adventure Trip includes Sandbank Trip, Guided Snorkeling, Beach Photography, Canoe Ride, Dolphin Cruise, Picnic Lunch & English Speaking Tour Guide. Snorkeling Equipment, Shower Facilities, Tea/Coffee, Changing Room are also provided. Underwater Photography is also available with limited charge.

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7 - North Central Province

   14 km away
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8 - Huraa

   20 km away

Huraa is one of the inhabited islands of Kaafu Atoll.

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9 - Snorkeling in Malé

Are you ready to explore a wonderland of marine-life with our friendly tour guide? We make sure you take a memorable experience with you. Even non-swimmers can go snorkeling with us.

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10 - Gulhi

   21 km away

Gulhi is one of the inhabited islands of Kaafu Atoll. It is located in the South Malé Atoll close to Maafushi island and connected daily except Friday by MTCC public transport ferry.

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11 - Anantara Veli Maldives Resort

   23 km away
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12 - Submarine Tours in Malé

Embark on a 45-minute journey into the underwater world of Maldives, 100 feet beneath the ocean, in air-conditioned comfort. The certified crew will make sure that this underwater tour into the mysterious depths of the Indian Ocean, on this German-built passenger submarine, is once in a life time experience for you. You will embark on the largest, deepest diving passenger submarine in the world, capable of carrying 50 passengers and 3 crew to a deep waters. Choose from one of four departure times when you book.

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13 - Guraidhoo

   24 km away

Guraidhoo is one of the inhabited islands of Kaafu Atoll in the Maldives.

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14 - Maafushi

   26 km away

Maafushi is one of the inhabited islands of Kaafu Atoll and the proposed capital for the Medhu Uthuru Province of the Maldives. It is noted for the Maafushi Prison.

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15 - Kayaking Tours in Malé

Spot turtles, dolphins, sharks and manta rays in different locations and enjoy a sandbank picnic and other excursions.

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16 - Thulusdhoo

   27 km away

Thulusdhoo is the capital of Kaafu Atoll. The island is 26.81 km northeast of the country's capital, Malé.

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17 - Kaafu Atoll

   32 km away

Kaafu Atoll is the code name given to an administrative division in the Republic of Maldives which consists of the geographical atolls of Kaashidhoo Island, Gaafaru, North Malé Atoll and South Malé Atoll.

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18 - Meeru Island

   39 km away

Meeru Island is an island on the easternmost tip of North Malé Atoll in the Maldives. It is located South West of Sri Lanka on the equator, some 50 kilometres from the capital Male.

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Visit Malé, the capital island of the Maldives, with its colourful buildings and its 2 km2 of surface area! When travelling to the Maldives, you should spend at least half a day in the hectic and commercial heart of the archipelago of 1,196 islands. There are no white sand beaches or palm trees: you walk through the lively streets lined with bars and shops and watch out for mopeds! You can visit the old Friday mosque with its coral walls, take a walk in the Sultan's park and then have a look at the collections of the former sovereigns in the national museum...

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