Maldives

How to Get to JA Manafaru Maldives from Male International Airport

The Maldives is one of the most desired destinations for spending a luxurious romantic holiday. However, this place remains exceptional for its resorts’ location amidst the ocean. Here you will find each resort located on a separate island with overwhelming hospitality. JA Manafaru is one of the most gorgeous luxury resorts you will find in the northern tip of Maldives. It is located on the Manafaru Private Island, which is in Haa Alifu Atoll towards north Malé.

Apart from enjoying the incredible marine life, the sugar-fine white beaches, and staying in overwater bungalows, you can explore house-reefs, enjoy outdoor pools, delicious seafood in open-air restaurants in this slice of paradise. So, if you are planning to book a vacation at JA Manafaru resort, here in this article, you will find the details to reach this absolutely luxury resort. Keep reading.

JA Manafaru Maldives
JA Manafaru Maldives, Photo Credit: JA Manafaru Maldives

By Domestic Flight + Speedboat from Male Airport:

From Male International Airport, JA Manafaru resort is accessible by domestic flight followed by another speedboat transfer. The per-person return trip charges for these transfers are as follows:

  • Adult: USD 550
  • Child (3-12): USD 400
  • Infants below 2 years: Free.

By Private Seaplane Charters:

JA Manafaru resort is also directly reachable by a seaplane journey that allows you a lovely scenic view of the island. This scenic journey of 320 km by seaplane from Male International Airport to the resort takes around 70 minutes. Please keep in mind that the seaplane transfers are only available between 6 am to 3 pm every day.

The per-person charges for the Seaplane route are as follows:

  • Adult: USD 500
  • Child (3-12): USD 250
  • Infants below 2 years: Free.

Don’t forget to visit this page to make a reservation for overwater villa/overwater bungalow at the best prices available.

Additional Transfer Information:

You need to share your flight arrival timings with the reservation team 3/4 days prior to your arrival schedules to avoid any hassle. The passengers arriving after 3 pm cannot avail this mode of transport the same day. They need to halt for the next day.

For any mode of transfer you choose, the luggage allowance is the same. That is 25 kg for every adult, 20 kg allowed for checked-in luggage, and an additional 5 kg as carry-on luggage. Any excess weight is chargeable that is USD 4 per kg.

John Mathew is a travel writer and travel enthusiastic, primarily interested in how to get to any place, hotels guide, resorts guide, destination guide, and worldwide travel tips.