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    Indian Ocean · Maldives

    Maldives. There are no roads. There is only the sea.

    Every resort is its own island. The seaplane is the headline transfer, but a private speedboat from Malé VIA Velana gives you exactly the same overwater arrival — without the seaplane queue, with full luggage flexibility, and on your timetable. North Malé Atoll resorts are 20–60 minutes away. South Malé is under 90 minutes.

    Custom location? Yacht at anchor, villa, beach, GPS pin — type it at the next step.

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    Malé — Water Taxi Boat
    Pickup
    Velana International Airport / Malé VIA Pier
    North Malé resorts
    20–60 min
    Routes
    North Malé Atoll · South Malé Atoll · Ari Atoll
    Pricing

    Indicative pricing.

    Prices from, for 1 to 12 guests — firm quote within hours (captain, fuel, insurance, fees included).

    Pickup
    Malé VIA Pier
    Destination
    North Malé Atoll resorts
    20–60 min
    from €350
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    Pickup
    Malé VIA Pier
    Destination
    South Malé Atoll resorts
    60–90 min
    from €600
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    Pickup
    Malé VIA Pier
    Destination
    Ari Atoll resorts
    90–120 min
    from €900
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    Pickup
    Any resort
    Destination
    Sandbank picnic (half-day)
    4h
    from €1 200
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    Pickup
    Any resort
    Destination
    Snorkel point-to-point tour
    3h
    from €950
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    Why here

    Every resort is an island. The speedboat is the only road.

    Our Maldives team holds Maldives Transport Authority licences and has operated inter-atoll transfers and resort pickups for over nine years, with deep knowledge of North and South Malé Atoll lagoon navigation and sandbank access points.

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    The only alternative to the seaplane queue

    Seaplane transfers in the Maldives run in daylight only and require check-in at the VIA lounge. A private speedboat runs anytime, handles more luggage, and delivers you to the resort jetty with the same overwater arrival experience — often faster for North Malé properties.

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    Sandbank picnics and snorkel spots

    The Maldives' uninhabited sandbanks are reachable only by private boat. A half-day booking with a picnic setup, snorkel gear, and a snorkelling guide is the quintessential Maldivian experience, done on your schedule rather than a shared excursion's.

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    Resort hopping without the group shuttle

    Resort speedboats run on their own schedules and stop only at affiliated properties. A private tender moves between any two resorts — useful for dinner excursions to a neighbouring island or a day trip to a public island like Maafushi.

    Embarkation

    Where we pick you up.

    Partner palaces
    • Soneva Jani
    • Cheval Blanc Randheli
    • One&Only Reethi Rah
    • Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa
    • Gili Lankanfushi
    Public piers
    • Velana International Airport VIA Pier (Malé)
    • Hulhulé Island Hotel Pier
    • Resort jetties (all atolls)
    Private request

    Tell us your trip. Quote in hours.

    Our experienced team replies within hours with two or three options at a fixed price valid 24 hours.

    Custom location? Yacht at anchor, villa, beach, GPS pin — type it at the next step.

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    All-in quote by email, in your currency.
    FAQ

    Useful to know.

    Both are safe and regulated by the Maldives Civil Aviation Authority and the Maldives Transport Authority respectively. The speedboat operates in any weather that keeps the sea state below 1.5m; the seaplane is more weather-dependent for landings.

    Yes — unlike seaplanes, speedboat transfers operate 24/7. Night arrivals at your resort jetty are fully possible and often preferred for late international flights.

    Our 12-guest speedboats accommodate standard luggage for all passengers. For surfboards, dive gear, or oversized items, please mention at booking — a baggage tender can follow if needed.

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