Dharavandhoo Fish Market
When the sun sets, the customers arrive—but they’re not human. Dharavandhoo, Maldives.

📜 A small, open-air concrete building beside a palm tree at the east edge of Dharavandhoo’s harbor. It is a unique fish market where non-human customers gather at sunset. 🔍 Located in the Maldives' Baa Atoll, a hub for marine life.

Why Go

🐟 Observe reef sharks, stingrays, and nurse sharks feeding
🎣 Witness traditional handline fishing by local families
🌅 Experience a captivating sunset spectacle with marine life
📸 Excellent photo opportunities at dusk
🐠 Clear waters make spotting creatures easy
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy a kid-friendly cultural immersion into local livelihoods

Tips

Optimal time to visit: All year round, especially late afternoon/dusk for the best experience.
Average visit duration: 1 hour
May to November is peak season for manta rays in nearby Hanifaru Bay.

Cost

💰 Free entry

Hours

🕒 Daily, active in late afternoon and sunset

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