Top places to visit in Addu City

• Gan Lagoon

  Atoll lagoon · 4.6 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  The vast sheltered lagoon at the heart of Addu Atoll. Mangroves fringe the shores, manta rays cruise during the SW monsoon, and the flat calm water is ideal for kayaking and sunset dhoni rides.

• Equator Village & WWII Airbase

  WWII RAF airbase · 4.5 rating · about 1.3 h · check the fee at the gate

  Gan Island hosted a Royal Air Force base from 1941 to 1976. Original RAF buildings, hangars, and control tower still stand. Equator Village resort is built within the complex, and the old runway is now the main island road.

• British Loyalty Wreck

  Dive site WWII wreck · 4.9 rating · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  The SS British Loyalty, torpedoed in 1944 and sunk in 1946, lies at 30 m in Gan Lagoon. At 137 m it is the largest diveable wreck in the Maldives, packed with batfish, large groupers, and soft corals.

• Koattey (Addu Link Road) causeway

  Viewpoint · 4.4 rating · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  Scenic road connecting several Addu islands across the lagoon, popular for cycling and sunset drives.

• Addu Nature Park

  Nature · 4.3 rating · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  Mangrove and wetland conservation park on Hithadhoo linked by boardwalks, home to herons and native flora.

• Gan Beach

  Beach · 4.2 rating · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  Quiet beach on Gan island near the airport, backed by former RAF-era buildings and casuarina trees.

• Addu Equatorial Convention Centre area

  Cultural · 3.9 rating · about 0.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Landmark convention centre built for the 2011 SAARC summit, a modern architectural point of interest on Addu.

Things to do

• British Loyalty Wreck Dive Addu Adventure · 3 h · from MVR 1,400 per person
• Addu WWII Heritage Cycling Tour Cultural · 3 h · from MVR 340 per person
• Addu Lagoon Kayaking & Mangrove Tour Activity · 2.5 h · from MVR 480 per person
• Addu Nature Park Cycling Tour Nature · 2 h · from USD 20 per person
• Addu Atoll Scuba Diving Excursion Adventure · 5 h · from USD 130 per person

Day trips and tours

• Addu WWII Heritage & Lagoon Adventure 8 h · from MVR 1,300
• Addu British Loyalty Wreck Dive Day 6 h · from MVR 2,200

Where to stay in Addu City

• Hithadhoo Town Centre about MVR 65 per night

  The capital island of Addu Atoll with the main hospital, shops, and local restaurants. Connected to Gan by the WWII-era causeway. Most authentic local experience in Addu.

• Gan Island (Near Airport) about MVR 120 per night

  The southernmost island in the Addu cluster, site of the former RAF Gan airbase and the only area with resort-style accommodation (Equator Village). Convenient for airport arrivals and WWII heritage tours.

Hotels

• Shangri-La Villingili Resort & Spa 5-star · USD 320 to USD 450 per night
• Equator Village 3-star · USD 100 to USD 250 per night
• Equator Village 3-star · USD 70 to USD 110 per night

Where to eat

• Equator Village Restaurant International, Maldivian · about USD 20 per person
• Equator Village Dining International, Maldivian, Seafood · about USD 30 per person
• Rah Restaurant Hithadhoo Maldivian · about USD 7 per person
• Hithadhoo Local Eats Maldivian, Local · about MVR 7 per person

Getting to Addu City

Airport: Addu City (GAN)

How visitors arrive in Addu City

• Domestic flight from Malé to Gan By air from Malé · common · unconfirmed

  Gan International Airport on Addu Atoll is the usual gateway, reached by domestic flight from Malé. Source: en.wikipedia.org

From the airport to the centre

• Link Road bus toward Hithadhoo unconfirmed

  The bus does not enter the airport. Walk out, turn left along the Link Road to the terminus near the ASTRA building, then ride the bus over the causeways to Hithadhoo. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Taxi from Gan airport unconfirmed

  Taxis wait at the arrivals exit and serve the causeway-linked islands. Agree the fare before you set off. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Getting around

• Bicycle
• Car Rental Self
• Motorbike Rental
• Walking

Safety and scams to avoid

• Unofficial Bike Rental Overcharging

  Gan Airport arrival area, Addu City

  Non-registered bike rental operators near the airport quote daily rates then add hidden charges for insurance, deposit, or peak season surcharge on return. Bikes may have no helmets or brakes.

  How to avoid it: Rent bicycles from guesthouse operators or established shops with visible signage. Agree on the exact daily rate and deposit in writing before riding away.

Best time to visit Addu City

• Jan 31°C
• Feb 31°C
• Mar 32°C
• Apr 32°C
• May 32°C
• Jun 31°C
• Jul 31°C
• Aug 31°C
• Sep 31°C
• Oct 31°C
• Nov 31°C
• Dec 31°C

More in Maldives

• Malé
• Maafushi
• Hulhumalé
• Dharavandhoo
• Fuvahmulah
• Thulusdhoo

Frequently asked questions about Addu City

How many days do you need in Addu City?

A typical trip to Addu City is 3-5 days.

What are the top-rated places to visit in Addu City?

The highest-rated places in our Addu City guide are British Loyalty Wreck, Gan Lagoon, Equator Village & WWII Airbase, Koattey (Addu Link Road) causeway, Addu Nature Park.

Where should I stay in Addu City?

Our guide covers these areas to stay in Addu City: Hithadhoo Town Centre, Gan Island (Near Airport).

How do I get around Addu City?

Ways to get around Addu City covered in our guide: Bicycle, Self-drive car, Motorbike rental, Walking.

What scams should I watch out for in Addu City?

Scams reported to us for Addu City include Unofficial Bike Rental Overcharging. Each is explained in the guide, with how to avoid it.

What is the weather like in Addu City?

Average daytime highs in Addu City run from 31°C in Nov to 32°C in Apr.

Which airport is nearest to Addu City?

The nearest airport to Addu City has the code GAN.