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title: "Maldives Photographer on Kaashidhoo"
description: "Kaashidhoo, Kaafu Atoll, 150 minutes from Malé by speedboat. Honeymoon, couple, family and drone photoshoots by local photographers. Gallery in 48 hours."
url: https://coora.studio/maldives/islands/kaashidhoo-kaafu
locale: en
updated: 2026-09-27T18:12:07.695Z
---

# Maldives Photographer on Kaashidhoo

Kaashidhoo is the odd one out in Kaafu Atoll: a large, green farming island standing alone in the Kaashidhoo Channel about 86 km north of Malé, with around 2,500 residents. Instead of resorts and lagoons it is known for agriculture (coconut and toddy, fruit and vegetables grown across its broad interior) and for the Kuruhinna Tharaagandu Buddhist ruins, one of the best-preserved pre-Islamic sites in the country. Exposed on every side to deep water, it has a frontier feel that few other Kaafu islands share.

| | |
|---|---|
| Country | Maldives |
| Atoll | Kaafu |
| Kind | Islands |
| From Malé | 86.42 |
| Speedboat from Malé | 150 min |
| Population | 2528 |

## Beaches & photo spots on *Kaashidhoo*

- Kuruhinna Tharaagandu ruins: Low coral-stone foundations of a Buddhist monastery complex. Shoot the archaeology in soft early light; stay on paths and photograph respectfully.
- Farm tracks and coconut groves: Working plots of bananas, chillies and palms give green, agricultural frames unusual for the Maldives; ask landowners before shooting.
- Harbour and breakwater: The island's protected harbour with fishing dhonis and the channel's open water beyond.
- Ocean-facing beaches: Beaches that look onto the open Kaashidhoo Channel rather than a sheltered lagoon, with bigger skies and livelier water.

## Practical notes for *Kaashidhoo*

- Getting there: Scheduled speedboats from Malé take around 2.5 hours across open water, so crossings can be lumpy in the southwest monsoon; the slow public ferry is infrequent.
- Dress and beaches: Kaashidhoo is a conservative farming community with little guesthouse tourism; treat all beaches as local beaches and dress modestly unless a guesthouse directs you to a designated area.
- Drones: Nationwide rules apply: MNDF approval plus a Civil Aviation Authority permit arranged weeks ahead, and island council consent for flights over the village or the ruins.

## Photoshoot on *Kaashidhoo*: FAQ

**How do we get to Kaashidhoo for the shoot?**

Speedboat from Malé in 150 minutes. If you're already staying on Kaashidhoo, we meet you there; we photograph guests on their own island.

**When is the best light for a photoshoot on Kaashidhoo?**

Golden hour: roughly the last 60–90 minutes before sunset, and the first hour after sunrise. We schedule every Kaashidhoo session around it and move between jetty, beach and palm lines as the light changes.

**Can we wear swimwear for our photoshoot on Kaashidhoo?**

It depends on the beach: swimwear is only allowed on designated tourist beaches on inhabited islands. We confirm Kaashidhoo's rules before your shoot and plan looks and locations to match.

**Can you fly a drone for our photoshoot on Kaashidhoo?**

Often yes. Drone rules vary by island and resort; we check Kaashidhoo's current permissions before your session and, where flying isn't possible, plan aerials from a nearby sandbank.

**How quickly do we get the photos from our Kaashidhoo shoot?**

Your full edited gallery arrives within 48 hours, print-ready files plus social crops, with a preview first so you can choose favourites and request edits.

## What we shoot on *Kaashidhoo*

- [Couples & Honeymoon](https://coora.studio/maldives/islands/kaashidhoo-kaafu/couples): Golden-hour shoots made for two.
- [Proposal & Wedding](https://coora.studio/maldives/islands/kaashidhoo-kaafu/wedding): Planned in secret, captured forever.
- [Family & Group](https://coora.studio/maldives/islands/kaashidhoo-kaafu/family): Everyone in the frame, nobody stiff.
- [Drone & Aerial](https://coora.studio/maldives/islands/kaashidhoo-kaafu/drone): Sandbanks and lagoons from above.
- [Solo / Portrait](https://coora.studio/maldives/islands/kaashidhoo-kaafu/solo): Your trip, your portrait session.

## Let's plan your *shoot*

- [Request a quote (form)](https://coora.studio/contact)
- [WhatsApp](https://wa.me/9609893389?text=)
- [Email](mailto:hello@coora.studio)

Sessions from $180–$2,800 USD (couples $300–$450); the final price is quoted per shoot within 24 hours, and there is no payment to enquire. Preview gallery in 24 hours, full gallery in 48.