Maafilaafushi

Island Maldivian island within coral atolls

A small Maldivian island at 5.36°N, 73.42°E, Maafilaafushi offers beaches, coral reefs and snorkeling; many such islands host resorts or guesthouses with boat transfers to dive sites.

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A Maldivian marine aims during marksmanship training with U.S. Marines assigned to U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Jan. 20, 2014, as part of a noncommissioned officer development program on the island 140120-M-BO337-020.jpg
A Maldivian marine practices shooting positions after a class given by U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Corps Forces, Pacific on the island of Maafilaafushi, Maldives, Jan. 19, 2014 140119-M-BO337-017.jpg
A Maldivian marine, front, runs with a U.S. Marine assigned to U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific during physical training Jan. 18, 2014, as part of a noncommissioned officer development program on the island 140118-M-BO337-009.jpg
A Maldivian marine, right, critiques fellow Maldivian marines during marksmanship training with U.S. Marines assigned to U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Jan. 20, 2014, as part of a noncommissioned officer 140120-M-BO337-012.jpg
A. K. Antony laying the foundation stone of the Composite Maritime Training Academy of Maldives, at Maafilaafushi Island, to be built with Indian assistance.jpg
Maldivian marines listen during a class conducted by U.S. Marines assigned to U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Jan. 20, 2014, as part of a noncommissioned officer development program on the island 140120-M-BO337-016.jpg
Maafilaafushi
5.3626, 73.4158

How to Get to Maafilaafushi #

Maafilaafushi is reached by seaplane or speedboat transfers from Malé International Airport (Velana International), depending on distance. Visitors should arrange transfers through resorts or local guesthouses; public ferry services exist for inhabited local islands but schedules can be limited.

Tips for Visiting Maafilaafushi #

  • Respect local rules for resorts - many Maldives islands are private and require advance permission or booking through a resort.
  • Bring reef-safe sunscreen and follow local guidance for marine protection.

Best Time to Visit Maafilaafushi #

Best time: November-April for best weather and sea conditions.

Dry season (northeast monsoon)
November-April · 25-31°C
Calmer seas and sunnier skies - the peak tourist season and best time for diving.
Wet season (southwest monsoon)
May-October · 25-31°C
Hotter, wetter, and windier - good for lower prices but heavier swells and rain.

Weather & Climate near Maafilaafushi #

Climate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

Weather

2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

February

Weather

2.5
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

March

Weather

2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

Weather

2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

May

Weather

2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

June

Weather

2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

July

Weather

2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

August

Weather

2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

September

Weather

2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

Weather

2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

November

Weather

2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

December

Weather

2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

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