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Stunning aerial drone shot of the sunny Bikini Beach on Dhiffushi local island, featuring crystal turquoise sea.
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Dhiffushi vs Hulhumalé

Scores, sea, facilities, travel times and costs: Dhiffushi and Hulhumalé 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
Hulhumalé
Dhiffushi island in Maldives

Dhiffushi

Male Atoll (Kaafu)
General score
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Hulhumalé island in Maldives

Hulhumalé

Male Atoll (Kaafu)
General score
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Scores by Maldivando
Dhiffushi
3 scores won
2 ties
Hulhumalé
4 scores won
8.7
Easy to reach
10.0
Easy to reach
4.3
Still authentic
1.7
Still authentic
8.8
Sea
3.8
Sea
5.6
Snorkeling
6.6
Snorkeling
7.3
Facilities
9.6
Facilities
7.1
Nightlife
10.0
Nightlife
10.0
Activities
8.0
Activities
7.5
Diving
7.5
Diving
0.0
Surfing
0.0
Surfing
10.0
User's rating
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User's rating
7.9/10
Overall score
by Maldivando
6.8/10

In each row the higher score is highlighted.

Details
37.20 km
Distance from Male
5.30 km
Small
Island size
Very large
35 min
Walking time loop
1h 42min
Sandbank on the island
2
Number of bikini beaches
0
Walking
Ways of getting around
Walking
Taxi
1270
Total inhabitants
65714
1021
Maldivians inhabitants
53129
249
Foreigners inhabitants
12585
26.70 ha
Land area
415.40 ha
Facilities
37
Number of hotels
50
17
Number of restaurants
50
13
Number of cafes
50
Airport on the island
Port
Port / Jetty
Port
Clinic
Hospital / Clinic
Hospital
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 want to land and already be there
  • It is your first time in the Maldives
  • You want people around and something to do in the evening
  • You are travelling with children
  • You want a choice of places to eat
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 want to sunbathe in a swimsuit
  • You expect the turquoise water of the photographs
  • 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 are after a small, close-knit village
Activities
In common
Snorkeling trip Snorkeling with Turtles Fishing Fishing & Barbecue Diving Sandbank Picnic SUP rental Kayak rental Jet ski rental Funtube Parasailing Maldivian Cooking Class Wedding Ceremony Island Hopping Trip Watersports Maldivian Resort Trip Dolphin Watching Waterski Wakeboarding Windsurfing Desert island picnic Catamaran rental Kitesurfing
Exclusive Dhiffushi
Snorkeling with Mantas Snorkeling with Nurse Sharks Overnight in Sandbank Romantic Beach Dinner Maldivian Boduberu Show Flyboard
Exclusive Hulhumalé
Skydiving
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
Hulhumalé

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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
Hulhumalé
Drone view of the turquoise sea and sandy beach coastline of Hulhumale island in Kaafu Atoll, with a football field.
Drone view of the vibrant coastline, beach, and urban buildings of Hulhumalé island, Kaafu Atoll in the Maldives.
Aerial shot of the urban landscape of Hulhumale local island in Kaafu Atoll, showcasing residential areas and green parks.
Aerial view of Hulhumalé local island in Kaafu Atoll, showing the vibrant cityscape alongside the turquoise beach.
Aerial perspective of Hulhumale local island in North Male Atoll showing modern urban infrastructure and lagoon.
Aerial view of high-rise apartment towers in Hulhumale local island, Kaafu Atoll, with the ocean and coast visible.
All 32 photos of Hulhumalé
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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