Kaani Palm Beach
Getting to Kaani Palm Beach
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 28 km · Public ferry or shared speedboat
Public ferry or shared speedboat
28 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Kaani Palm Beach
Kaani Palm Beach is on Maafushi island, 28 km from Velana International Airport. The crossing takes roughly 35 minutes by speedboat. Transport options include a public ferry or a shared speedboat; the guest house can help coordinate the speedboat booking ahead of arrival.
The public ferry costs only a few dollars but runs on set days; a shared speedboat is typically $25–50 per person one way. The guesthouse usually arranges the speedboat — confirm days and fare.
The journey
Step by step
- Fly to Malé. Arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE), the Maldives' main international gateway, served by direct flights from Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
- Public ferry or shared speedboat. Continue by speedboat across the lagoon — about 28 km, typically arranged by the resort and running day and night.
- Arrive at Kaani Palm Beach. Settle in and start your stay.
Location
On the map
Kaani Villa, Ziyaaraiy Magu Road, Maafushi
Where to eat
- Aveli restaurant 0.03 km
- Arena Hotels cafe 0.04 km
- Hot bite cafe 0.05 km
- Sultan Mahal restaurant 0.07 km
- Mr octopus cafe 0.1 km
- Shiny Souvenirs restaurant 0.12 km