Yes, but it depends on where you’re staying. Many resorts are located on private islands, which means you can’t freely hop between resorts without prior arrangements.

However, you can visit:

• Local inhabited islands (often via guided excursions)
• Sandbanks or snorkeling spots
• Nearby islands on organized day trips

If island-hopping is important, consider staying in or near Malé or choosing a guesthouse on a local island, where travel between islands is more flexible.

For a deeper dive into how this works:
https://gooceantravel.com/maldives-island-hopping/