At a glance
| At a glance | Faafu |
|---|---|
| Where | South-west of Malé; the northern of the Nilandhe atolls |
| Getting there | Seaplane |
| Under water | Filitheyo Kandu, protected since 1999; a fine house reef |
| On land | Once-inhabited islands, such as Himithi |
| Suits | Couples, a very quiet stay |
Where it is
Faafu is a nearly round atoll south-west of Malé, the northern of the two Nilandhe atolls; Dhaalu is the southern.
Getting there
Faafu is reached by seaplane from the airport. Seaplanes fly in daylight only; Seaplane or speedboat? explains more.
Under water
Filitheyo Kandu has been a protected area since 1999, and the house reef at Filitheyo is rated among the best around.
On land
Some islands that were once inhabited, such as Himithi, were left when their people were resettled on other islands.
Who it suits
A stay here suits couples who want a very quiet island and a fine house reef, reached by seaplane. Our pick is below. Tell us who is travelling and what matters most, and we suggest the island that fits.
