6.407°N, 72.706°E
Makunudhoo is the westernmost inhabited island in the Maldives, located in its own atoll (Malcolm Atoll) with a massive reef and rich fishing heritage.
Makunudhoo is geographically unique as the only inhabited island in Māmakunudhoo Atoll (Malcolm Atoll in the Admiralty Charts) and the westernmost inhabited island in the entire Maldives. Located approximately 262 km north of Malé, it lies 10 miles west of the main Thiladhunmathi group. The atoll features a massive reef with a lagoon 15 miles long by 3 miles broad, historically dangerous to navigation with many shipwrecks. The island's population of around 1,265 is engaged in fishing and marine-based livelihoods. Makunudhoo is also the proposed site of a Joint Ocean Observation Station being developed by the State Oceanic Administration of China. The island has basic facilities including a school and health center. Its isolation and unique geographic position make it a fascinating destination for those interested in maritime history, fishing culture, and remote island life.
Best time to visitNov–Apr
Guesthouses on Makunudhoo are coming soon.