Male Travel Guide

Capital of the Maldives featuring colorful buildings, Islamic Centre mosque & fish market.

Travel Information

The only option to reach Male is by Air. The main airport i.e. Male International Airport (MLE) connects Male with major countries such as China, Dubai, India, and Sri Lanka. There are charter flights coming in from Singapore and Europe.


A free 30-day visa on arrival is issued as soon as you reach the airport. This can be extended to a duration of 90 days with valid proof of enough funds and travel documents.

The best weather – and the best time to visit the Maldives – is between November and April. The high season falls between December and March. The monsoon runs from May to October, peaking around June. The northern atolls have highest rainfall May-Nov; the southern atolls from Nov-Mar.

Best Male Sightseeing Tour Packages

An Insight into Male tourism

One of the world's smallest national capital, Male is known for its ancient mosque and colourful buildings. With its beauty and progressiveness being talked about the island today has grown into one of the most visited places in the Maldives. It is a casual town best for wandering without pre-planned itineraries. With heritage buildings on the one hand and trees and waters with welcoming shades on the other, Male is a must-visit.

 

This pint-sized Maldivian capital is a mercantile pulse of the nation which has a lot to offer to its tourists. Away from a resort's infinity pool and succulent buffet, Male gives you the most authentic experiences in the Maldives. Surrounded courageously with turquoise waters, it is the driving soul of the whole archipelago. From strolling on the streets jostling with shops and lively markets to learning about the Maldivian history, you would love every moment spent in the capital city of Male.

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