Hotels in South Male Atoll, Maldives

South Male Atoll lies just a speedboat ride from Malé and stays warm all year, with temperatures hovering around 84°F (29°C). It's famous for its local island guesthouses (like Maafushi) that offer budget stays and authentic Maldivian life, plus world-class surfing spots such as Chickens and Honkys in the Indian Ocean. The dry northeast monsoon from December to May brings calm seas perfect for snorkeling with manta rays, while the wetter southwest monsoon from June to November delivers bigger waves for surfers and cheaper flights.