Haa Alifu

The northernmost atoll in the Maldives archipelago, Haa Alifu hosts just 2 resorts in its 14 inhabited islands despite being the third largest atoll in terms of population and size. The island of Utheemu is considered to be one of the most historically significant islands in the northern atolls. Maldivian hero, Sultan Mohammed Thakurufaanu, who famously overthrew the unpopular Portuguese rule in Malé, was born on Utheemu. Thakurufaanu’s legacy is still evident today; the army that he pioneered has evolved into the current Maldives National Defence Force and the largest mosque in the country is named in his honour.

Resorts in Haa Alifu Atoll are accessible by an approximately 70 minute seaplane journey from Malé, or speedboat transfer from Hanimadhoo Airport.