Thulusdhoo (Kaafu Atoll)
Thulusdhoo (Dhivehi:ތުލުސްދޫ) is the capital of Kaafu Atoll. The island supports a population of 1900. The island is popular for its surf points. Chickens & Cokes are two world-class surf spots near the island.
Thulusdhoo | |
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  Thulusdhoo Location in Maldives | |
| Coordinates: 04°22′22″N 73°38′56″E | |
| Country | Maldives |
| Administrative atoll | Kaafu Atoll |
| Distance to Malé | 26.81 km (16.66 mi) |
| Dimensions | |
| • Length | 1.580 km (0.982 mi) |
| • Width | 0.650 km (0.404 mi) |
| Population (2014)[1] | |
| • Total | 1,408 (including foreigners) |
| Time zone | UTC+05:00 (MST) |
How to get to Thulusdhoo Island?
Thulusdhoo island is approximately 30 minutes away from the Velana International Airport.[2] There are three ways you can get to the island.
- Scheduled Ferry- A scheduled ferry will take you to the island in about 80 minutes. Except Fridays, it is available through rest of the week. The cost for it is $3 per person per way
- Scheduled Speed Boat- There are many private speed boats for the Thulusdhoo island. It is available everyday. The cost for it is $30 per person per way. You can choose any speed boat company
- Exclusive Chartered Speed Boat- Private speed boats option is also available for Thulusdhoo island. You have to inform to your guesthouse/hotel prior to your arrival and they will arrange it for you. It costs $200 (per charter trip (accommodates 8 pax))
- The prices may vary as per the day and time of the travel. It is advised for all travelers to check in with their respective guesthouse in Thulusdhoo.
Demography
| Year | Pop. | ±% |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1,148 | — |
| 2014 | 1,133 | −1.3% |
| 2006-2014: Census populations Source: [4] | ||
References
- "Table PP5: Resident Population by sex, nationality and locality (administrative islands), 2014" (PDF). Population and Households Census 2014. National Bureau of Statistics. p. 34. Retrieved 7 August 2018.
- "Velana International Airport", Wikipedia, 2019-03-02, retrieved 2019-03-05
- "Coordinate Distance Calculator". Boulter.com. Retrieved 7 August 2018.
- "Table 3.3: Total Maldivian Population by Islands" (PDF). National Bureau of Statistics. Retrieved 7 August 2018.
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