SO/ Maldives
Getting to SO/ Maldives
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 9 km · Speedboat transfer
Speedboat transfer
9 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach SO/ Maldives
SO/ Maldives is on Emboodhoo Lagoon, approximately 8 km from Velana International Airport. The speedboat transfer takes around 15 minutes, making this one of the more accessible luxury resorts in the country — no domestic flight or seaplane is required. Transfer arrangements can be confirmed through the resort at booking.
Resort speedboat transfers typically run $100–250 per person round trip, booked through the resort. Confirm the fare when booking.
The journey
Step by step
- Fly to Malé. Arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE), the Maldives' main international gateway, served by direct flights from Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
- Speedboat transfer. Continue by speedboat across the lagoon — about 9 km, typically arranged by the resort and running day and night.
- Arrive at SO/ Maldives. Check-in is from 3:00 PM.