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Faresmaathodaa
Gaaf Dhaalu Atoll 3m⚡ Easy
Best Time
November to April
Difficulty
Easy
Safety
★★★★★
Solo Friendly
Family
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Faresmaathodaa consists of two islands, Fares and Maathodaa, now joined via a causeway and home to a new domestic airport. The community is famous for its rich pole-and-line skipjack tuna fishing heritage.
💡Why Visit?
Visit to see a modern Maldivian fishing village, enjoy fresh seafood, and experience remote southern island life.
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3 Days
Quick Facts
RegionGaaf Dhaalu Atoll
CountryMaldives
Altitude3m
DifficultyEasy
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget StayMVR 900*/night
Budget FoodMVR 170*/day
PermitNot Required
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Activities
Pole-and-line fishing experience
Arranged by local fishermen or guesthouse
Time
Half day
Cost
MVR1k*–MVR2.2k*
Effort
Moderate
Walk the causeway between Fares and Maathodaa
Beautiful ocean views
Time
1 hour
Cost
Free
Effort
Easy
🌡️ Weather & Best Time
Jun · Partly Cloudy
This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 27°C to 28°C annually.
Temperature range (°C)
Jun
🌥️Partly Cloudy
🌡️
Temperature27° – 29°C
💧
Rainfall85mm
💡Okay
💡Okay — light rain expected
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
DecJanFebMar
Crowds Medium Prices Medium
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
Faresmathoda Airport
2 km · 5 minutes by road
Nearest Railway Station
No railway station nearby
No railway nearby · N/A
Nearest Bus Stand
No bus station nearby
No bus nearby · N/A
Fly directly from Velana International Airport to Faresmathoda Airport, then use a taxi or walk.
Local Transport
Cab / Taxi
MVR 100* – MVR 200*/day
Walking
Where to Stay
🎒 Deluxe
MVR 900*/night
- Local room stay
- Basic guesthouse
🏨 Premium
MVR 1,600*/night
- Standard cozy guesthouse
- New airport hotel
✨ Luxury
MVR 2,800*/night
- Seaside beach villa
- Comfort suite
Local Cuisine
⭐ Skipjack Tuna Currylocal
⭐ Kulhimaslocal
Travel Tips
- Observe the local tuna processing when boats return in the afternoon.
- Keep clothing modest.
- Always carry cash in local currency.
Things to carry
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