Getting there
30-minute public ferry from Malé (MVR 20, runs twice daily) or 20-minute speedboat.
Best time to visit
November to April. Guraidhoo Corner best November–April with strong currents and large pelagic fish.
Accommodation
20+ options · $35 – $110 / night
About Guraidhoo
Guraidhoo is a large, lively island in South Malé Atoll with a strong local community and a growing guesthouse scene. It's one of the most affordable islands to visit, with a wide natural beach, a famous channel dive site (Guraidhoo Corner), and easy access to whale shark and manta ray encounters. The island has a real Maldivian town feel — busy streets, local cafés and a genuine community life.
Why visit Guraidhoo?
- Guraidhoo Corner — famous channel dive with sharks and rays
- Wide natural beach with clear lagoon
- Affordable guesthouses — best value in South Malé Atoll
- Authentic Maldivian town atmosphere
- Easy access to whale shark snorkelling
- 30-minute public ferry from Malé
Top activities
Prices are indicative — contact operators directly for current rates.
Guraidhoo Corner Dive
Whale Shark Snorkelling
Reef Snorkelling
Sandbank Picnic
Night Fishing
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Dive sites near Guraidhoo
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