Ithaafushi
Tourism Island - Resort
Code: K
About Ithaafushi
Ithaafushi, or “Pearl Island,” sits in southern Kaafu Atoll surrounded by turquoise waters. Its coral gardens host parrotfish, wrasses, and reef sharks, while seagrass beds attract green turtles. Historically a stopover for fishing boats, it is now known for its luxury tourism while maintaining reef protection programs. Nearby dive sites offer steep walls and coral plateaus teeming with marine life. Turtle nesting areas are actively monitored to ensure successful hatching. With pristine beaches and vibrant reefs, Ithaafushi is a valuable ecological and recreational site.
Island Information
Administrative
- Island Name
- Ithaafushi
- Island Code
- K
- Atoll
- Male' Atoll
- Island Type
- Tourism Island - Resort
- Regulating Authority
- Ministry of Tourism & Environment
- Primary Agency
- Ministry of Agriculture & animal welfare
Stay in Ithaafushi
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Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Ithaafushi, Male' Atoll
272 beds
136 rooms
Ithaafushi lies on the southern side of Kaafu Atoll where shallow reef platforms support a chain of coral islands. The island formed through coral sand accumulation along the reef crest and supports dense vegetation typical of larger reef islands. Historically islands in this part of the atoll were visited by nearby fishing communities. The surrounding lagoon and reef slopes remain central to the island’s environment.
Quick Stats
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- Zones
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- Plots
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- Accommodations
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- Total Beds
- 272
- Total Rooms
- 136