Hithadhoo is located on the island of the same name in the westernmost of Addu Atoll, in the breath-taking Maldives. At just under 7km in length and 2km wide, this small community is rich in old customs and Islamic traditions are widely respected. The island has marshy taro fields which are unique to the Maldives, which are home to a variety of whales, dolphin, seabirds, crustaceans and fruit bats, as well as many indigenous tropical fruits and vegetables.