Fenfushi
A resident island at the southwest corner of South Ari, close to the whale shark protected area, known for its coral-stone mosque and quiet guesthouses.
Fenfushi lies at the southwest corner of South Ari Atoll. Just outside the island is the outer reef, where whale sharks often roam. Guesthouses offer whale shark and manta ray snorkelling, night fishing and sandbank picnics. The island's old mosque is built of coral stone, with finely carved walls, a representative example of Maldivian coral-stone architecture. Visitors should dress appropriately, and non-Muslims are usually permitted to view it from the outside only. The island is small with few people, making it suitable for a quiet holiday. From Malé, it takes about 2 hours by speedboat, or you can fly to Maamigili Airport and then take a boat for about 20 minutes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Maamigili
- Rangali Madivaru (Manta Point)
- Ithaa Undersea Restaurant
- Dhigurah
- Kuda Rah Thila
- Broken Rock
- Dhangethi
- Mahibadhoo