Faafu Local History

The Maldives were for a long time a sultanate, at first under Dutch and then under British protection. They became a republic in 1968, just three years after they gained independence. Only one Island has been developed as a Resort in the unspoiled Faafu (North Nilandhe) Atoll. Filitheyo Island is 35 minutes by seaplane and a further 10 minutes by dhoni (boat) south of the capital Male’

Faafu Attractions

Faafu Beaches

The Filitheyo Island Resort is the only resort island in the Atoll with a secluded position and an unexplored reef. It is surrounded by a beautiful white sandy beach and is covered in dense tropical vegetation such as palm trees, rubber trees, and mangroves.

Faafu Restaurants and Bars

The staple foods of Maldivians are fish and rice with chicken and meat only eaten on special occasions. the staple foods of Maldivians. The local cuisine includes fried fish, fish curry and fish soup. The local drink is raa, sweet and tasty toddy tapped from the crown of the palm trunk.

Coconuts are easily available but there are surprisingly few fruits and vegetables grown on the islands. Alcohol can only be found in the tourist resorts.

Faafu Restaurants

Filitheyo - Main Restaurant, this serves an excellent choice of local and international dishes. The large selection of international deserts are particularly scrumptious.

Filitheyo - Beach Restaurant. Buffets and barbecues on the beach which include a lot local Maldivian specialties are another tasty option.

Filitheyo - Coffee shop - this offers visitors a good choice of food and drink from an a la Carte menu.

Faafu Bars & Clubs

Sunset Bar – Filitheyo. Try this attractive bar for light snacks and a drink during sunset.

Abandoned Ship Deck – Filtheyo. This is a popular meeting place in the evening.

The Pool bar counter – Filitheyo. An amazing place to sit in, yes IN, the sea and indulge yourself both inside and outside.

Beach Bar - Filtheyo. There is a weekly disco evening at the beach bar and folklore evenings, which can include a magician or even a fire eater.

Faafu Tours

Looking for organised tours in Faafu?

• Sailing Safari tour