Getting here

Baros is just 25 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport.

A short hop across the water, and you're here

Long timber jetty leading to a thatched pavilion with a yacht moored alongside

Baros sits in the same atoll as Velana International Airport, so there's no need to wait for a seaplane or a connecting flight. Our team meets you as you land and our speedboat takes you straight across the water. Most people are on the island within an hour of touchdown.

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Transport process & options

Baros is consistently described as a short 25-30 minute speedboat trip from Malé airport. The resort sits on a small coral island just off Malé.

  1. Airport lounge with armchairs, lamps and large windows onto the runway

    Land in Malé

    Fly into Velana International Airport, the Maldives' main gateway.

  2. White motor yacht anchored in a turquoise lagoon under a blue sky

    Clear arrivals

    Pass through immigration, collect your bags and head for the arrivals hall.

  3. A smiling Versa Hospitality airport representative holding a tablet with the Baros Maldives welcome sign

    Meet our team

    A representative from Baros' parent company Versa Hospitality will be waiting for you and will look after your luggage from here.

  4. The Baros speedboat moored at the jetty in front of the island's thatched pavilions

    Step aboard

    Walk the short distance to the jetty, where our speedboat is ready to leave.

  5. Couple relaxing on a hanging swing daybed in a shaded garden pavilion

    Arrive at Baros

    Twenty-five minutes across the atoll and you're here. Check-in happens in the comfort of your villa.

Your questions, answered

How far is Baros from the airport?

Baros is 25 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport. It's in the same atoll, so a speedboat is all it takes.

Do the speedboats run at night?

Yes. Our speedboats run on request at any time of day or night, so the transfer can fit around your flight.

When should I send my flight details?

Please send your arrival and departure flight details at least 72 hours before you arrive, so we can have everything ready. Email reservations@baros.com.

What happens if my flight is delayed?

If your transfer was booked at least 72 hours before arrival, we'll wait for you while you clear immigration and collect your bags, however long that takes.

Can I book a private transfer?

Yes. Private transfer rates are available on request. Contact reservations@baros.com or call +960 664 26 72.

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