Hulhumale Beach — Attraction in Malé

A Peaceful Prelude – Our Sunrise Experience at Hulhumale Beach

Before heading off to the more exotic island resorts of the Maldives, we decided to spend a day in Hulhumale, and honestly, Hulhumale Beach gave us the perfect soft landing into this tropical paradise.

We woke up early—just before sunrise—and made our way to the eastern side of the island, where the beach stretches out quietly under the pastel pre-dawn sky. The beach was practically empty, with just a few locals out on a morning walk, and a rare fellow travellers or two like us.

The sea was calm and inviting, with crystal-clear, shallow waters that allowed us to see small schools of fish darting around near the shore. The peaceful hush of the morning, paired with the gentle lapping of waves, set the tone for what turned out to be a truly epic sunrise experience. As the sun rose over the horizon, bathing the sea in hues of gold and pink, we were just... still. Grateful.

Though it’s not your typical postcard Maldivian beach with overwater villas and hammocks swinging over lagoons, Hulhumale Beach has a quiet charm of its own. It’s a clean, long stretch of white sand that gives you that first taste of island life. And the fact that it’s not touristy made it even better—we didn’t have to jostle for a view or deal with crowds.

Later in the evening, we noticed that roadside cafés and food joints start lighting up the street behind the beach, giving the area a nice, casual vibe. Nothing too fancy, but a great way to soak up the local lifestyle, grab a juice or coffee, and enjoy the ocean breeze.

A few things to note for fellow travellers:

As this is a public beach on a local island, wearing bikinis or revealing clothes isn’t allowed except in the designated Bikini Beach zone.

No alcohol is served here, as per Maldivian regulations.

The beach is very close to the airport (10–15 mins by taxi), making it ideal for a short stopover or a first/last day in...

Hulhumalé (Dhivehi pronunciation: Dhivehi: ހުޅުމާލެ) is a reclaimed island located in the south of North Malé Atoll, Maldives. The artificial island is being built up by pumping sand from the sea floor, in order to meet the existing and future housing, industrial and commercial development demands of the Malé region and as a response to the threat posed by rising sea levels.The official settlement was inaugurated by President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom on May 12, 2004.The development and management of the island is undertaken by a government-owned corporation called Housing Development Corporation (formerly Hulhumalé Development Unit/Hulhumalé Development Corporation) which was incorporated on March 23, 2005. Land reclamation has increased the island's area to 4 km (1.5 sq mi), making it the fourth largest island in the Maldives. As of December 2019 the island has a population of more than 50,000; it is planned to house as many as 240,000 by the mid-2020s Hulhumalé has road network which was planned together with the development of the island.

The island is connected via a causeway to the airport island Hulhulé Island, allowing easy road transport between the Velana International Airport and Hulhumalé. With the opening of the Sinamalé Bridge between Hulhulé and Malé Island in September 2018,the road networks of the three islands were connected for...

Hulhumale Beach is an absolute delight! Clean, scenic, and peaceful—with turquoise waters and soft white sand that feels like a dream. But the real highlight of our visit was the water sports. From jet skiing and parasailing to banana boat rides and snorkeling, every activity was full of fun and adventure. The instructors were professional, friendly, and ensured safety throughout. The equipment was well-maintained, and the pricing was reasonable too.The views while parasailing were breathtaking, and the jet ski ride across the crystal-clear waters was unforgettable. There’s also a calm vibe for those who just want to relax by the shore.Hulhumale Beach offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adrenaline. If you’re visiting the Maldives, this spot is a must for all beach and...