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Aerial view of Gulhi local island in Kaafu Atoll, Maldives, showcasing the sandy beach, tropical waters and port area.
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Dhiffushi vs Gulhi

Scores, sea, facilities, travel times and costs: Dhiffushi and Gulhi side by side, figure by figure. Neither one is better in absolute terms: it depends on the trip you have in mind.

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Dhiffushi
Gulhi
Dhiffushi island in Maldives

Dhiffushi

Male Atoll (Kaafu)
General score
by Maldivando
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Gulhi island in Maldives

Gulhi

Male Atoll (Kaafu)
General score
by Maldivando
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Scores by Maldivando
Dhiffushi
5 scores won
Gulhi
4 scores won
8.7
Easy to reach
9.1
Easy to reach
4.3
Still authentic
6.7
Still authentic
8.8
Sea
8.5
Sea
5.6
Snorkeling
7.0
Snorkeling
7.3
Facilities
6.7
Facilities
7.1
Nightlife
3.8
Nightlife
10.0
Activities
8.0
Activities
7.5
Diving
6.6
Diving
0.0
Surfing
6.5
Surfing
10.0
User's rating
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User's rating
7.9/10
Overall score
by Maldivando
8.4/10

In each row the higher score is highlighted.

Details
37.20 km
Distance from Male
20.50 km
Small
Island size
Very small
35 min
Walking time loop
19 min
Sandbank on the island
2
Number of bikini beaches
1
Walking
Ways of getting around
Walking
1270
Total inhabitants
976
1021
Maldivians inhabitants
812
249
Foreigners inhabitants
164
26.70 ha
Land area
11.70 ha
Facilities
37
Number of hotels
19
17
Number of restaurants
9
13
Number of cafes
1
Airport on the island
Port
Port / Jetty
Port
Clinic
Hospital / Clinic
Clinic
Pharmacy
ATM machine
Diving center
Police station
Minimarket
Public Bathroom
N/A
Water park
N/A
N/A
Kids playground
N/A
N/A
Outdoor gym
N/A
N/A
Indoor gym
N/A
Perfect for you if
  • You want more than one beach where you can wear a swimsuit
  • You are travelling with children
  • You want a choice of places to eat
  • You do not want to lose half a day getting there
  • You want to surf, or to learn
  • You like the idea of walking the whole island
It may not suit you if
  • Your trip revolves around snorkelling
  • You are after an island that is still off the tourist track
  • You are looking for quiet and a slow pace
  • You get restless when there is not much to explore
  • You want excursions and sport every day
Activities
In common
Snorkeling trip Snorkeling with Turtles Snorkeling with Nurse Sharks Fishing Fishing & Barbecue Diving Sandbank Picnic SUP rental Kayak rental Jet ski rental Funtube Maldivian Cooking Class Wedding Ceremony Romantic Beach Dinner Island Hopping Trip Watersports Maldivian Resort Trip Maldivian Boduberu Show Dolphin Watching Windsurfing Desert island picnic
Exclusive Dhiffushi
Snorkeling with Mantas Overnight in Sandbank Parasailing Waterski Wakeboarding Catamaran rental Flyboard Kitesurfing
Exclusive Gulhi
Surf lessons Vaavu Atoll trip Floating Yacht Bar Visit
How to reach
Dhiffushi
Recommended Fastest
Shared speedboat
Duration
40 min
Price per person
~ € 43
Changes
Nonstop
Cheapest
Public ferry (Dhoni)
Duration
2 h 10 min
Price per person
~ € 4 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Private speedboat
Duration
50 min
Price per person
~ € 184
Changes
Nonstop
Full details on getting to Dhiffushi
Gulhi
Recommended Fastest
Shared speedboat
Duration
25 min
Price per person
~ € 29
Changes
Nonstop
Private speedboat
Duration
25 min
Price per person
~ € 92 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Cheapest
Public ferry (Dhoni)
Duration
1 h 15 min
Price per person
~ € 4 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Full details on getting to Gulhi

Times and prices change often and without notice: before you travel, always reconfirm them with your guesthouse or directly with the operator.

Climate
27.1° — 30.4°C
Avg temperature
27.1° — 30.4°C
28.7°C
Water temperature
28.7°C
11.3 /month
Avg rain days
11.3 /month
102 mm/month
Avg rainfall
102 mm/month
16.8 km/h
Avg wind
16.8 km/h
January, February, March, April
Best months
January, February, March, April
May, August, September, October
Worst months
May, August, September, October
Photos
Dhiffushi
Stunning drone aerial view of Dhiffushi local island, showing white sand beaches, turquoise lagoon, and boats.
Stunning aerial drone shot of the sunny Bikini Beach on Dhiffushi local island, featuring crystal turquoise sea.
Aerial view of a jet ski in the turquoise water near the white sandy beach of Dhiffushi local island in Maldives.
Local street scene on Dhiffushi Island featuring residential houses, lush tropical greenery, and people walking.
Aerial view of a calm sunset over the shallow waters and sandbank of the local island of Dhiffushi in the Maldives.
Stunning drone aerial view of Dhiffushi local island, showing the white sand beach and the green football field.
All 28 photos of Dhiffushi
Gulhi
Drone shot of the scenic Gulhi Island in Kaafu Atoll, featuring a white sandy beach, turquoise lagoon and the village.
Aerial shot of the crystal clear turquoise water at Gulhi local island in Kaafu Atoll with people swimming and boats.
Children walking down a sandy street lined with colorful flowers and palm trees in Gulhi island, Kaafu atoll.
Aerial perspective of Gulhi local island in Kaafu Atoll, featuring colorful houses, white sandy beaches and ocean.
Stunning drone view of Gulhi local island in Kaafu Atoll, surrounded by crystal clear turquoise lagoons and reefs.
A white ambulance parked outside the local health center in Gulhi island, Kaafu Atoll, with the Maldivian flag.
All 28 photos of Gulhi
Reviews from travellers
Dhiffushi
5.0/5
Based on 1 review
Beaches
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Snorkeling
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Vibes
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Value for money
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G. L.
5.0

"Spiaggia bianca soffice, mare bellissimo e cristallino, quando cala il sole si possono osservare le razze richiamate dag..."

13 October 2025
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