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The Maldives (Malé - 115  sq.mi - 300000 hab.)

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General Information The Maldives

General Information

General Information The Maldives Area: 115 sq mi
Population: 396, 334

Flight duration

Flight duration The Maldives The Maldives

12 hrs 30 mins, with a connection in Colombo. The Maldives are 5,290 mi from the United Kingdom.

Time difference

Time difference The MaldivesThe Maldives

+5 hours

Airport information

Airport information The Maldives The Maldives

Malé International Airport lies on Hulule Island, 600 m away from the capital. You have only one option to reach the capital, by boat or ship. If the vessel is shared, the journey by Dhoni costs 60p. If not, expect to pay around £4.

Security

Security The Maldives The Maldives

Theft is rare, but keep your valuables in a safe place at the hotel. Divers should beware of stonefish and moray eels. The venom in the dorsal spine of the stonefish is lethal and morays can cause dangerous bites when they feel attacked. Also, do not touch the coral to avoid stinging burns.

All of the editorial team’s advice

All of the editorial team’s advice The Maldives The Maldives

Instead of taking a seaplane to the atoll of your choice, go for a Dhoni cruise. These traditional boats can take up to 8 passengers on average and offer enough comfort for the duration of the cruise (1 to 2 weeks). If you do not have too much time, go for at least a 1-day cruise by dhoni. In this case, head straight to Dunikolhu, in the atoll of South Maalosmadulu (77 miles to the north-west of Malé) and discover the lagoon by traditional boat: here you will get a close look at dolphins, turtles and see frigate birds gather into swarms at sunset.

Telephone

Telephone The Maldives The Maldives

To call the Maldives from the UK, dial 00 + 960 + the number of the person you are calling.
To call the UK from the Maldives: dial 00 + 44+ number, without the initial 0.

Practical Information

pros

  • Nature of incredible beauty.
  • One of the best destinations in the world for diving and snorkelling.
  • Attractive hotels.
  • Has some of the world's best surf spots.
  • The local islands, in the Haa Alifu and Hanidoo atolls are stunning and the people are warm and friendly.

cons

  • The unapplied environmental initiatives.
  • Activities are basically limited to beach tourism - unless you enjoy diving and snorkelling.
  • Hotel islands are not representative of Maldivian culture at all.
  • Disappointing food quality at most hotels (even luxury hotels).
  • General problem with garbage disposal.

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