Thudufushi


Thudufushi, formerly one of the uninhabited islands of Alif Dhaal Atoll, Maldives, was developed into a 70 room 5 star resort called Diamonds Thudufushi Beach and Water Villas in 1990. It is currently managed by Planhotel Hospitality Group. Some of the best diving points in the Maldives are located in the Ari Atoll.

Name

In Divehi, "Thudufushi" means "Point Island".

Geography

Surrounded by a lagoon and long stretches of white, sandy beach, and encircled by a reef, it is the only resort on the island. It measures about –. Seaplane transfer from Male International Airport is a scenic, 25-minute flight. Most tourists, mainly Italians, Swiss, and Germans, reach the island by means of seaplane.

Reef

Due to the rise in temperature caused by La Niña, the coral reef had suffered but is starting to recover. As the sea life returns, so do many sea creatures such as sharks and turtles. The island has a fully equipped diving centre.

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