Air Transport : International flights are operated by Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur), India (Bangalore and Trivandrum), Qatar (Doha), Sri Lanka (Colombo), Singapore, Thailand (Bangkok), Bangladesh (Dhaka), the U.A.E. (Dubai), and a number of European countries to and from Malé International Airport (Tel: 3322073). Island Aviation operates international flights to India (Trivandrum) besides domestic flights to Hanimaadhoo, Kadhdhoo, Kaadhedhdhoo, and Gan. Inter-island services are operated by Trans Maldivian Airways and the Maldivian Air Taxi, the latter having the largest air fleet. Sight-seeing trips, flights to uninhabited islands, photoshooting trips, executive charters, and medevac operations are also carried out by them.

Water Transport : Local boats, or dhoanis (average speed 7 knots), are the most common means of water transport. One can make use of the regular ferry service (Rf 10 per person / Rf 20 per person between midnight and 6am) between Malé and the International Airport. Modern speedboats are also available for hire. Safari vessels are an ideal way to explore atolls.

Road Transport : Travel on most islands takes no more than half-an-hour on foot. Bicycles, scooters, mopeds, and motor- bikes are popular modes of transport. Taxis in Malé are unmetered, charging Rf 20 per stop, with an extra Rf 5 for luggage carried. Taxis can be hailed on the road or called through taxi services (3325656, 3323132, 3321414, etc.). Taxis are also available on Gan.