Beach near Gan Island, Maldives

Gan Island Travel Guide

Maldives

Gan Island is a small settlement in the Maldives with a population of 1,104. It lies in the southern part of the country and is served by Gan International Airport (GAN), making air travel the main practical arrival option for visitors.

The island is surrounded by the tropical Indian Ocean, but there are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres. Expect a warm climate throughout the year, with wetter and drier periods influenced by the Maldives’ tropical monsoon pattern.

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Local time

1,104

Population

5,544 miles away

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Pays in MVR

Plug type Type C & Type D & Type G & Type L & Type J & Type K

Emergency 112

Dial code +960

Tipping: Tipping isn't deeply ingrained in Maldivian culture, but it's increasingly appreciated in tourist areas for good service. It's a nice way to show your gratitude.

Best time to visit Gan Island

Jan

28°14

Feb

29°11

Mar

29°13

Apr

29°17

May

29°20

Jun

29°9

Jul

29°17

Aug

29°19

Sep

29°13

Oct

29°12

Nov

29°12

Dec

28°21

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Gan Island

  1. Addu City

    historic site

    2.4 km

  2. City Fuel Supply

    arts and entertainment

    2.4 km

  3. Dhigihera

    arts and entertainment

    2.4 km

  4. Seenu, hulhudhoo

    historic site

    3.4 km

  5. Kan'dihera

    historic site

    3.6 km

  6. Astra

    movie theater

    0.6 km

Getting there

Gan International Airport · 0 km

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