Getting there
30-minute domestic flight to Ari Atoll (Maamigili Airport) then 15-minute speedboat, or 2.5-hour speedboat direct from Malé.
Best time to visit
Year-round for whale sharks. Manta rays peak November–April. Best diving visibility December–April.
Accommodation
20+ options · $55 – $160 / night
About Dhigurah
Dhigurah means 'long island' in Dhivehi, and at 3 km end to end it's one of the longest inhabited islands in the Maldives. It sits at the southern tip of Ari Atoll, directly adjacent to the South Ari Marine Protected Area — the best place in the world for year-round whale shark encounters. The island has a beautiful natural beach, a relaxed pace of life, and a growing number of excellent guesthouses.
Why visit Dhigurah?
- Year-round whale shark snorkelling in South Ari MPA
- 3 km of natural beach — longest on any guesthouse island
- South Ari Marine Protected Area on the doorstep
- Hammerhead shark dives at Rasdhoo Atoll nearby
- Manta ray cleaning stations
- Relaxed, uncrowded island atmosphere
Top activities
Prices are indicative — contact operators directly for current rates.
Whale Shark Snorkelling
Whale Shark Dive
Hammerhead Shark Dive
Manta Ray Dive
Coral Garden Snorkel
See the full activities guide for all operators and dive sites across the Maldives.
Dive sites near Dhigurah
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