Faafu Atoll
FAA Atoll

Faafu Atoll

A compact atoll of exceptional beauty with one of the Maldives' largest unbroken house reefs, perfect for shore diving.

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Total Islands 20
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Capital Island Magoodhoo
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Best Time November to April
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From Malé 170 km from Malé
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Population 3

Faafu Atoll (North Nilandhe Atoll) is one of the Maldives’ smaller atolls but punches well above its weight in terms of marine beauty. Filladhoo island has one of the largest unbroken house reefs in the Maldives — a sprawling coral garden accessible directly from the shore that is home to over 100 species of hard coral.

The atoll’s few resorts are intimate and focused on diving excellence. The lack of heavy boat traffic means cleaner water and less disturbed marine life.

Known For
Unbroken House ReefShore DivingHard CoralSea TurtlesSmall Intimate Resorts
✈️ How to Reach

Seaplane or domestic flight to Kaadedhdhoo + speedboat.