Vilu Thari Inn
Getting to Vilu Thari Inn
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 79 km · Seaplane transfer
Seaplane transfer
79 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Vilu Thari Inn
Vilu Thari Inn is on Mahibadhoo island in Alif Dhaal Atoll, approximately 79 km from Velana International Airport. The transfer is by seaplane. The inn provides an airport shuttle service — confirm timings and pickup details with the property when you book.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
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.
- Seaplane transfer. Transfer onward by scenic seaplane over the atolls — roughly 79 km. Seaplanes operate in daylight hours only, so a late arrival may mean an overnight in Malé.
- Arrive at Vilu Thari Inn. Settle in and start your stay.