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Maafushi
Kaafu Atoll 2m
Best Time
Year round
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Maafushi is one of the Maldives best-known local-island bases, close to Male and Velana International Airport. It is popular for guesthouses, bikini beach areas, snorkeling trips, sandbank excursions, and easier budget access than resort islands.
💡Why Visit?
Choose Maafushi for affordable Maldives stays, frequent boat access, and lots of local excursions.
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3 Days
Quick Facts
RegionKaafu Atoll
CountryMaldives
Altitude2m
Budget StayMVR 540*/night
Budget FoodMVR 160*/day
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🌡️ Weather & Best Time
Aug · Drizzle
This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 27°C to 29°C annually.
Temperature range (°C)
Aug
☀️Drizzle
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Temperature27° – 29°C
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Rainfall154mm
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💡Moderate — expect frequent rain
Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo
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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