Complete Guide to Kaafu Atoll
Kaafu sits in North and South Malé. Start with the islands and transfers, not a single resort brand.
Published 9/28/2026 · Updated 9/28/2026
By Atoll Compass Editorial
Kaafu Atoll is in North and South Malé. Plan it as a group of islands, not one hotel: check which islands are local communities, which are resorts, and whether you arrive by speedboat, domestic flight plus boat, or seaplane. Kaafu is known for the airport, Malé, Maafushi, and the closest resorts. The practical first step is the Atoll Compass atoll page, then the island pages for stays and dive sites.
Getting there: Velana International Airport is the international gateway. From there, Kaafu is reached by the transfer that matches the island you booked. Distant atolls often mean a domestic flight or a seaplane in daylight.
What to do: Use the diving page for Kaafu to see published sites and centres. Use Stay for guesthouses and resorts on each island.
Open the Kaafu atoll page for the island list, then diving in Kaafu.