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Equator Crossing

Addu City 0m⚡ Easy
Best Time
November to April
Difficulty
Easy
Safety
★★★★☆
Solo Friendly
Family
Gallery
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About Equator Crossing

Equator Crossing in Addu refers to boat trips through the equatorial waters around Addu Kandu, the channel north of Addu Atoll where travellers mark crossing between hemispheres. It is an ocean experience rather than a built monument.

💡Why Visit?

Go for the rare Maldives experience of crossing the equator by boat from the southern atolls.

Best For
adventure-seekerphotographercouplefamily
Languages
DhivehiEnglish
#equator#addu-kandu#equatorial-channel#southern-hemisphere
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3 Days

Quick Facts

RegionAddu City
CountryMaldives
Altitude0m
DifficultyEasy
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget StayMVR 540*/night
Budget FoodMVR 160*/day
PermitNot Required
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Activities

Private or shared equator crossing boat trip

Typical shared/private boat seat equivalent; group size changes price

Time

Half day

Cost

MVR 925*–MVR2.8k*

Effort

Easy

Open-ocean photo stop

Included if the boat operator allows conditions to stop safely

Time

30 minutes

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

Addu lagoon and reef add-on

Snorkel or reef stop add-on range

Time

Half day

Cost

MVR 694*–MVR1.5k*

Effort

Easy

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Jun · Drizzle

This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 27°C to 29°C annually.

Temperature range (°C)
Jun
☀️Drizzle
🌡️
Temperature27° – 29°C
💧
Rainfall79mm
✅Good
✅Good — warm and pleasant
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid

Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo

When to Visit

💸Best Value
MayJunSepOct
Crowds Low Prices Low

Pleasant weather, lighter crowds — the sweet spot.

🔥Peak Season
DecJanFebMarApr
Crowds High Prices High

Busiest months — book stays & transport early.

🌙Off Season
MayJunJulAugSepOct
Crowds Low Prices Low

Quietest window with the lowest prices.

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How to Reach

Nearest Airport
Gan International Airport
Departure point varies in Addu · Arrange boat pickup from Gan, Feydhoo, or Hithadhoo
Nearest Railway Station
No railway in Maldives
No railway nearby · Use road transport and an arranged boat
Nearest Bus Stand
Addu local stops
Varies by harbour · Use local road transport to the harbour

Reach an Addu harbour by road, then use a licensed boat operator for the offshore crossing.

Local Transport

Local Bus
Requires arranged boat transport from Addu; there is no public road or bus route on the open-water crossing.

Where to Stay

🎒 Deluxe
MVR 540*/night
  • Local island guesthouse
  • Simple family-run room
🏨 Premium
MVR 1,234*/night
  • Air-conditioned guesthouse
  • Small beachfront hotel
✨ Luxury
MVR 2,776*/night
  • Boutique island hotel
  • Best available local stay

Local Cuisine

⭐ Mas hunilocal
⭐ Garudhiyalocal
Hedhikaa tea snacksstreet

Travel Tips

  • Carry cash in MVR for small shops, cafes, and local ferries.
  • Dress modestly on inhabited islands away from bikini beaches or resort areas.
  • Confirm boat timings one day ahead because weather can change inter-island travel.
Things to carry
Reef-safe sunscreenCash in MVRModest clothingDry bag
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