CHAMBAO - Cafe & Retreat
Getting to CHAMBAO - Cafe & Retreat
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 33 km · Public ferry or shared speedboat
Public ferry or shared speedboat
33 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach CHAMBAO - Cafe & Retreat
Guraidhoo is about 30 km from Malé and the international airport. The cheapest option is the public ferry from MTCC Malé terminal — under $2 and around one hour, but it does not run on Fridays. Scheduled speedboats take 30–35 minutes and cost $25 per person, with five or six departures daily. Private transfers can be arranged on request.
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 33 km, typically arranged by the resort and running day and night.
- Arrive at CHAMBAO - Cafe & Retreat. Settle in and start your stay.