Islands of the Maldives
Explore the diverse islands that form our beautiful archipelago
- Total Islands
- 265
- Inhabited
- 90
- Sites
- 44
Dhiffushi
InhabitedMale' Atoll
Code: K
Dhiffushi is the easternmost inhabited island of the Maldives, experiencing the country’s first sunrise daily. It spans...

Dhigali
ResortNorth Maalhosmadulu
Code: R
Dhigali is a long, forested island in North Maalhosmadulu Atoll, edged by natural white beaches and shallow coral lagoon...
Dhigurah
InhabitedSouth Ari Atoll
Code: ADh
Dhigurah is one of the longest inhabited islands in the Maldives, stretching over 3 km in length but averaging only 300...
Dhihdhoo
InhabitedSouth Ari Atoll
Code: ADh
Dhihdhoo is a compact island spanning about 0.36 km² with a resident population of around 500. It is characterised by a...
Dhonfanu
InhabitedSouth Maalhosmadulu
Code: B
Supporting more than 40 reef fish species per 100 m², Dhonfanu’s nearby reef is among the most species-dense in its lago...

Eh'mafushi
ResortMale' Atoll
Code: K
At 26.61 hectares, Eh’mafushi is a relatively large island with lagoons on both sides and access to deep reef edges. It’...

Embudhu Finolhu
ResortMale' Atoll
Code: K
Embudhu Finolhu, is an elongated sand-fringed isle surrounded by coral gardens. The western lagoon nurtures seagrass bed...
Eydhafushi
InhabitedSouth Maalhosmadulu
Code: B
As the administrative capital of Baa Atoll, Eydhafushi has the region's highest population—over 3,433 registered populat...
Fainu
InhabitedNorth Maalhosmadulu
Code: R
ainu stands out in North Maalhosmadulu Atoll for its preserved central forest and strong sense of tradition. Covering ab...

Fari Kandu Huraa
ResortMale' Atoll
Code: K
Fari Kandu Huraa sits beside one of Kaafu Atoll’s key channels, where nutrient-rich waters support manta rays, reef shar...

Fari Veli Huraa
ResortMale' Atoll
Code: K
A small sandy islet of 6.36 hectares, Fari Veli Huraa is part of the Fari Islands cluster. It is ringed by clear shallow...
Fehendhoo
InhabitedSouth Maalhosmadulu
Code: B
With less than 120 residents, Fehendhoo is among the least populated islands in Baa Atoll, spread across 11.4 hectares....
Felidhoo
InhabitedFelidhu Atoll
Code: V
Felidhoo serves as the administrative capital of Vaavu Atoll and is home to key government offices and public services....
Fenfushi
InhabitedSouth Ari Atoll
Code: ADh
Fenfushi is culturally significant for hosting one of the oldest coral-stone mosques in the atoll, featuring traditional...
Feridhoo
InhabitedNorth Ari Atoll
Code: AA
Feridhoo stands out for its enclosing reef that forms a natural lagoon, protecting the island and supporting rich biodiv...
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