Featured island
North Ari Atoll
Thoddoo
The farming island with fresh fruit and quiet beaches
Featured stay: FEATURED STAY ON THODDOO
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North Malé Atoll
Himmafushi
The surf island next to the airport
Best for: Surfing, short stays near the airport, first-time local island visitors Read the guide
South Malé Atoll
Maafushi
The best-known guesthouse island
Best for: First-time visitors, water sports, easy excursions and a wide choice of guesthouses Read the guide
South Ari Atoll
Dhigurah
The long beach and the whale sharks
Best for: Whale shark trips, long beach walks, quiet snorkelling, couples and nature lovers Read the guide
South Ari Atoll
Omadhoo
The quiet diving and snorkelling island
Best for: Divers, snorkellers and travellers who want a quiet local island Read the guide
North Malé Atoll
Huraa
Mangroves, history and a car-free village
Best for: Culture, bird life, kayaking through mangroves and surf-season visits Read the guide
South Malé Atoll
Gulhi
A tiny fishing village with a great beach
Best for: Relaxing beach days, snorkelling, a quiet and affordable local island Read the guide
Vaavu Atoll
Fulidhoo
Stingrays, sharks and Vaavu diving
Best for: Wildlife, snorkelling, divers and travellers who want somewhere small and traditional Read the guide