South Malé Atoll · Maldives
Gulhi Island, Maldives a true local island experience
A white-sand bikini beach, a working fishing village and over 10 guesthouses and hotels with more than 200 rooms, just 25 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport.
Things to do on Gulhi
Beach, Village, Reef and Island Packages
Gulhi is a real Maldivian island with a bikini beach, a fishing village and reefs a short boat ride away. Choose how you want to spend your days.
The beach
Barefoot Bikini Beach
Soft white sand where swimwear is welcome. Swim in the clear lagoon, try the famous twin swing and stay on for sunset.
Explore Bikini Beach
The village
Island Life
Walk a working fishing village, see the boat yard, meet local families and find handmade gifts at the souvenir market.
Discover the village
Excursions
Maldives Reef & Sea
Snorkel colourful reefs, picnic on a sandbank, watch dolphins at sunset or try line fishing with local guides.
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Packages
Gulhi Holiday Packages
3 to 7 night breaks with transfers, turtles, dolphins and the Vahmaafushi zipline, all in one booking.
Sold by Tropic Tree Maldives
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Tropic Xpress Speedboat Ferry: Gulhi – Malé / Airport Timetable
Tropic Xpress runs a daily scheduled speedboat between Gulhi island and Malé in South Malé Atoll. Check the departure times below and reserve your seat by phone or WhatsApp.
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Departure times, 24-hour clock, Maldives time. Malé departure point: Jetty No. 1, opposite the MMA building.
Please note: services and timetables may change because of weather, sea conditions or public holidays. Always confirm your departure time by WhatsApp or phone before you travel.
Reservations
Where to stay
Hotels and Guesthouses on Gulhi
Small, friendly and family-run, every place to stay on Gulhi is a short walk from Bikini Beach. Here are four to start with. Enquire with the hotel directly by WhatsApp or email.
Burevi Magu · Gulhi
Aimi Beach
A modern 24-room hotel a minute from the sand, with sea-view rooms, a rooftop terrace and a lift.
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Neel Villa · Gulhi
Aqua Sunset
A friendly six-room guesthouse close to the harbour and beach, small enough to feel like a home.
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Lhosgas Magu · Gulhi
Arrival Beach and Spa
The island’s largest hotel: 67 rooms, a rooftop infinity pool, a spa and three places to eat.
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Chaandhanee Magu · Gulhi
Avyanna Gulhi Beach
A modern beach-side hotel with sea-view balconies, a lift and Boava seafood restaurant.
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Burevi Magu · Gulhi
Ayala Ocean View
A comfortable hotel with a spa, a garden restaurant and family suites, two minutes from the beach.
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Gulhi
Beach Stone
Eight rooms a minute from the beach, with breakfast included and excursions arranged.
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Mirihi Magu · Gulhi
Ocean Pearl Maldives
A cosy guesthouse near Bikini Beach with diving on site and balcony rooms.
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Burevi Magu · Gulhi
Pearlshine Retreat Maldives
A friendly three-star guesthouse with its own excursion centre downstairs and a restaurant with halal and vegan options.
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Malebalaa Magu · Gulhi
Premier Beach
Four garden rooms and a thatched restaurant, just steps from Bikini Beach.
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Burevi Magu · Gulhi
Sandy Heaven Maldives
A traditional-style guesthouse with free breakfast and well-run trips.
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Aamagu · Gulhi
Tropic Tree Maldives
A characterful hotel in the heart of the village, with a garden restaurant and rooftop terrace.
Run by Tropic X Maldives, which manages gulhi.com
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