Fulhadhoo is located away from the main tourist groups of islands. This creates an atmosphere of wildness and primitiveness. There is no developed infrastructure here yet, which makes this place ideal for exploring the authentic Maldives . The necessary conditions for travelers have already been created - the best hotels in Fulhadhoo receive good reviews from guests. And the beautiful white beaches, emerald tropics and azure ocean give a feeling of paradise.
✔️ A bit of chronology and facts
There is no extensive historical data about this island. It is known that in 1602, the French navigator François Pyrard de Laval found refuge here after a shipwreck.
Fulhadhoo is part of the Baa Atoll, but is geographically separated from the main group of islands. There are two more inhabited islands and many wild ones nearby.
Fulhadhoo is 1900 m long and 270 m wide. This is an average size for the Maldives. The main occupations of the locals are folk crafts and fishing.
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✔️ Entertainment Features
This is the perfect place to connect with nature and reflect. Here you can relax on uncrowded beaches , then explore the underwater depths, meet the Maldivians, swim to the sandbank and feel like Robinson Crusoe.
There are not many entertainment options here. Leisure is mainly provided by hotels. Prices for holidays in Fulhadhoo are lower than in famous resorts, since it is not the most popular tourist destination, and the infrastructure here is still in the development stage.
✔️ Possible transfer options
Fulhadhoo is located approximately 120 km from the capital and Ibrahim Nasir International Airport. From there, you can sail by speedboat to Goidhoo Island, and from there to the resort. There is also the option of flying on a domestic flight to Dharavandhoo Island, and from there by boat to Fulhadhoo. The transfer is organized by the host company or hotel. It is worth clarifying all the details when booking a room. In the Maldives, it is common practice to include the transfer in the tour price.
✔️ Weather conditions
The island is located in the subequatorial monsoon climate zone. The temperature here is always at a comfortable level for relaxation. Due to the elongated shape of the island, breezes easily blow through it, relieving it of heat and mosquitoes. The dry season is considered to be the time from November to April. The best period to find and choose a tour online to Fulada is from January to April. The summer months can be quite comfortable for relaxation, you just need to monitor the weather in real time.
✔️ What to bring back from your trip
Shopping opportunities on the island are very limited. There are only a few shops with food and essentials. Therefore, it is worth allocating time for a trip to Male if you are interested in shopping. There you will find shopping centers, shops, antique and souvenir shops, boutiques of local brands, traditional markets, flea markets. The list of popular edible goods includes exotic fruits , dried tuna, spices, local sweets, vegetables, coconut oil and milk. Among the original souvenirs, crafts made from shark teeth and jaws, pearls and pearl jewelry, products made from sea shells, wood, coconut shells stand out. You can also buy cotton clothes.
✔️ Search and selection of tours online to Fulada, reasons to buy a tour or a trip
The island is perfect for lovers, lovers of unity with nature, families with children, since small pools with shallow depth have formed in the lagoons.
▶️ Beach holidays
On Fulhadhoo, you need to follow the dress code rules, since the Maldives is a Muslim country. This also applies to being on a public beach . It is located in the eastern part of the island. Bikini Beach , where tourists can be in open swimsuits and clothes, is located in the west of Fulhadhoo. The equipped areas have the necessary infrastructure.
The landscapes here are some of the most picturesque in the country: a snow-white beach stretching for 1 km, a turquoise ocean with a milky hue, bright green tropics near the coast, not many people. The descent into the water is smooth, the water is warm, the bottom and the coast are covered with soft sand. You can also retire to one of the lagoons surrounded by jungle. For all this, it is worth buying a tour to Fulhadhoo in the first place.
Those who wish are offered to relax under the tropical sun on a sandbank. You can swim to some on your own, a boat will take you to others. There you can have a romantic dinner, just sunbathe and swim, go snorkeling.
Other active entertainments include day or night fishing, excursions to wild islands, water sports.
▶️ Nature
The local village and tourist infrastructure occupy a smaller part of the island. The rest is preserved in its original form. In addition to the tropical jungle, travelers are also interested in underwater ones. The ocean depths are not the most beautiful here, but you will have something to see.
The house reef is located 800 m from Bikini Beach. The outer part of the coral gardens is the most interesting to explore. The best time for this activity is high tide. It is worth considering that there are strong currents here, so beginners need to dive with an instructor or an experienced diver. Snorkeling is offered to examine the underwater views. This entertainment does not require such thorough preparation as diving.
Dolphins, rays, turtles, sharks and a large number of exotic fish of different colors, shapes and sizes live in the surrounding waters.
▶️ Additional entertainment
There are not many leisure options here. People come here for a quiet holiday without excesses. In addition to the above, you will have the opportunity to visit the East Side village, get acquainted with the life and culture of ordinary Maldivians. Another place to meet locals is the public beach, where teenagers play football. You can join them and briefly return to childhood.
Dinner on the beach will delight you with local dishes and a charming atmosphere created by the Maldivian nature. Guests can enjoy live music concerts, culinary master classes, events upon individual request, photo shoots, excursions, etc.
A weekend trip to Fulhadhoo is popular with tourists because there is not much variety in the way of activities, and the remoteness and wildness of the place attracts. However, if you are looking for a budget and relaxing holiday, you can spend more time here.
