Hangnaameedhoo Travel Guide
May 5, 2025
Hangnaameedhoo is located 72 km western from Male in Alif Dhaal Atoll. The island size is 980x230m and the population is only 500 people . Hangnaameedhoo is a tiny charming island where you can experience real Maldives life.
Hangnaameedhoo is located 72 km western from Male in Alif Dhaal Atoll. The island size is 980x230m and the population is only 500 people. Hangnaameedhoo is a tiny charming island where you can experience real Maldives life. Being on an island you'll be lucky to get a chance to see Maldivians' true culture and traditions by yourself.
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Things to do in Hangnaameedhoo
Bikini beach and house reef
The bikini beach is just 5 minutes' walking distance from a hotel. The beach is equipped with chairs, loungers, and hammocks to relax which is really nice. Here you can swim, sunbathe and snorkel in a bikini. The area is fenced, but you can go outside without any problem. In general, the beach size is almost the same as in Omadhoo - another inhabited island in this area. The house reef is long and you can snorkel either in the west reef or in the east reef. The rich diversity of corals, fish, sharks, and rays can be found there.Sandbank visiting
Whenever you feel like getting away from it all and having a relaxing time on your own, hop on our boat and let us take you to the private sandbank the experience is yours for a two-four hours slot. This bare sandy bank with just a few bushes is a famous spot among the tourist staying in luxury resorts. Don't forget your snorkeling equipment to see an amazing underworld! Sun umbrellas, towels, and water are included.Picnic island trip
Spend your day with your loved ones on an uninhabited small island. These islands are away from the local islands thus preserving their natural beauty. This is a half or full-day excursion, so lunch, water, and towel are included. There is a long reef nearby to explore as well.Dream Island
This is one of the most beautiful uninhabited islands in this area. Travel time is around 30 mins. The uninhabited island where, for a day, you may feel like Robinson Crusoe. The house reef is full of colorful fishes, rays, and sharks. What to choose: Picnic island trip, Sandbank, or Dream Island. The price for these trips varies from $US 60 to 85 per person. As for me, I'd like to check each of them without spending too much. So the only option is the full-day trip that includes all these three islands.Safari Snorkeling
Take a small boat trip to snorkel in one of the most beautiful reefs around the region. Swim with the fishes of so many different kinds. The excursion takes about an hour and a half. And you will visit at least 2 reefs. Manta ray snorkeling. Manta Rays are inquisitive by nature and if you can control your excitement and remain still and not splash around, the rays will swim around you with tremendous elegance. The spot is rather far from Hangnaameedhoo, so the trip costs $US 150 per person. If you want to see mantas, you should go to Ukulhas, Dhangethi, or Dharavandhoo.Dolphin Cruise
Can there be a more fascinating and beautiful experience during your tropical holiday than watching dozens of playful dolphins in the light of the setting Sun? Take a great shot of those graceful creatures while they are spinning or doing other acrobatics. This activity is not cheap as well - $US 100 per person. It's because you have to take a 30-40 min trip to a possible spot location (possible because they are wild animals and swim wherever they like).Sunset fishing
A line and some bait are all you need to participate in the sunset fishing experience. Catch one if you can, and the hotel chef will be delighted to prepare it to your liking. The excursion takes about two hours by dhoni. Even if you are not lucky to catch a fish, the hotel chef will cook some they have.