
How to Get to rasdhoo?
Are you traveling from Outside the Maldives?
This is the most common scenario, & You’ll have two economic options:
- Public Ferry (Slow Boat): The most budget-friendly option, but with less flexibility. Ferries operate on specific days, so you might need to adjust your travel plans slightly.
- Speedboat: A faster and more convenient option. Speedboats offer daily departures from Malé International Airport, with a shorter travel time of around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Here’s a breakdown of both options:
Option | Departure from Malé to Rasdhoo | Departure from Rasdhoo to Male’ | Trip duration |
---|---|---|---|
Public slow-boat Ferry | Limited days (Monday & Thursday) | Limited days (Sunday & Wednesday) | 3-4 hours |
Speedboat | Daily (Fridays with slight schedule changes) | Daily (Fridays with slight schedule changes) | 1 hour 15 minutes |
Here’s a breakdown of the public speedboat schedule connecting Malé/Airport and Rasdhoo Island:
Departures from Malé/Airport to Rasdhoo:
- Daily: 10:30 AM and 4:00 PM
- Fridays: 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM
Departures from Rasdhoo to Malé/Airport:
- Daily: 7:30 AM and 1:30 PM
- Fridays: 7:00 AM and 2:30 PM
Travel Time: Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Note: This schedule is subject to change, so it’s always best to confirm times closer to your travel dates. The speed boat seats need to be booked in advance. Once you confirm the hotel booking the hotel will help you book the speedboat seat.
Traveling to Rasdhoo from Another Maldivian Island other than Male;:
If you’re already in the Maldives and want to reach Rasdhoo from another island, there’s no direct public transportation connecting different atolls. Your only option is to travel via Malé or Hire a speed boat.

Speedboat

Public slow-boat Ferry