The resort
Dhigufaru Island Resort is a 5-star private island property located in the Kendhoo region of the Maldives. The resort consists of 83 villas, some featuring sunrise views and outdoor bathrooms, and offers multiple meal plans from Bed & Breakfast to All Inclusive. Transfers are via a 35-minute seaplane flight or a 70-minute domestic flight combined with a speedboat ride. The island spans 12 hectares and provides direct beach access. Guests can dine at three restaurants and enjoy a swim-up bar, with specific staff and grilled seafood dinners receiving positive guest feedback. The resort is situated within a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and is noted for its excellent house reef with rich coral diversity, as well as its proximity to manta ray aggregation sites at Hanifaru Bay. It is a distinctive choice for families and marine life enthusiasts seeking a resort with strong ecological credentials and reliable snorkeling and diving directly from the island.
The accommodation
From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.
Beachfront
2 guests
One of 20 Sunrise and Sunset Beach Villas, this Veli-side villa faces west toward the spectacular sunset over the Indian Ocean. It opens onto a private garden veranda with lagoon views, featuring a king bed, semi-outdoor shower, indoor bathroom, and his-and-her vanity.
Beachfront
3 guests
Deluxe beach villa offering generous living space with enhanced amenities and a private garden. Ideal for couples or small families seeking beachside comfort.
Beachfront
2 guests
Positioned on the Veli sunset beach, this villa places crystal-clear lagoon water right beneath your private deck. Cozy up in the private plunge pool or step directly into the vast lagoon from the sun deck. Includes a king bed, veranda love seat, and outdoor shower in a secluded beachfront setting.
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A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
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Athiri Grill is the current name of the venue called Athiri Specialty Restaurant in the older supplied materials. It focuses on grilled seafood and meats with salads and sides in a relaxed beachfront setting. The July 2024 official factsheet lists capacity for 40 guests.
Muraka offers Maldivian and international fine dining above the lagoon and is presented for intimate celebrations and exclusive events. The July 2024 official factsheet lists capacity for 20 guests.
Thundi Pool Bar has its own kitchen for bistro-style dishes, finger food, afternoon tea and coffee, plus cocktails. Three detached lounge huts overlook the pool, beach and sunset. The July 2024 official factsheet lists capacity for 60 guests.
Dhigufaru’s main restaurant serves a global buffet and hosts a dedicated Maldivian night with local cuisine and traditional entertainment. The July 2024 official factsheet lists capacity for 120 guests and notes an on-site beverage bar.
Raagudi is an ocean-view cocktail bar with an extensive drinks selection, including whisky and fine champagne. The July 2024 official factsheet lists capacity for 30 guests.
Dhigufaru’s current official page describes a 24-hour room-service menu delivered for private dining inside the villa or on its terrace. The reviewed sources do not contain the actual menu items or prices.
Funa Spa is a 241m² island wellness compound with private treatment cabanas in an enclosed garden, reflexology, a salon, sauna and steam room. The official site recommends arranging treatments in advance; no current treatment price list was present in the reviewed source pack.
Ocean Dimensions operates Dhigufaru’s PADI-licensed dive school and water-sports centre. It offers certified courses, children’s dive courses and recreational dive excursions. Forty named Raa and Baa Atoll sites are transcribed from the supplied April 2022 dive map as planning context, not as a guaranteed current operating schedule.
The combined on-island Ocean Dimensions facility arranges snorkelling, canoeing or kayaking, windsurfing, tow sports, water skiing and other motorised and non-motorised activities.
Snorkeling is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
Canoeing and Kayaking is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
Windsurfing is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
Fun Tubes is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
Banana Riding is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
Water Skiing is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
Wakeboarding is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
Kitesurfing is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
Jet Ski is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
Hoverboard is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
Catamaran Sailing is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
Stand-up Paddleboarding is listed through Dhigufaru’s combined dive and water-sports operation.
A snorkelling excursion associated with Hanifaru Bay, a protected manta-ray and whale-shark feeding area. Wildlife encounters are seasonal and never guaranteed.
A current resort-listed evening speedboat cruise focused on viewing the night sky over the ocean.
A speedboat cruise timed around the Maldivian sunset.
A guided cruise seeking dolphins in the Baa Atoll marine environment. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.
A relaxed traditional-style fishing excursion presented for families and amateur anglers.
An offshore fishing trip using a purpose-equipped boat and guidance from trained crew, aimed at more experienced or adventure-seeking anglers.
An educational excursion introducing traditional Maldivian fishing techniques using live bait.
A guided visit to a nearby inhabited island focused on local culture and everyday island life.
A private or small-group outing to a sandbank or uninhabited island, presented in the sources as a picnic or romantic dinner setting.
The supplied presentation lists a private yacht charter with meals, snorkelling, a sandbank visit and a barbecue dinner. Current vessel, inclusions, availability and rates must be reconfirmed.
An outdoor multi-purpose sports court used for tennis, futsal and other activities.
A sea-view recreation area beside Thundi Pool Bar. The current factsheet lists billiards, indoor gym, chess, outdoor volleyball, tennis, table tennis and corn hole.
A supervised children’s club with a library, toys and books, an indoor playground, a children’s pool and age-group programmes linked to the island’s flora and fauna.
A floating breakfast arranged at the guest’s private villa, listed in the supplied 2021 presentation. Current menus, inclusions and rates must be reconfirmed.
A private candlelit beach dinner under the stars, listed in the supplied 2021 presentation. Current menus, inclusions and rates must be reconfirmed.
A private-villa champagne breakfast listed in the supplied 2021 presentation. Current menus, inclusions and rates must be reconfirmed.
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Prices at Dhigufaru Island Resort start from $274 per night. Prices vary depending on season, room type and meal plan.
Dhigufaru Island Resort is located in Baa Atoll. 9X2R+V2P, Dhigufaruvinagan'du, Kendhoo, Maldives
Dhigufaru Island Resort is a resort that is typically located on its own private island and offers exclusive amenities and services.
Dhigufaru Island Resort offers: Free Wi-Fi, Free breakfast, Parking, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Laundry service, Beach access, Kid-friendly and more.
Dhigufaru Island Resort offers 8 accommodation categories, including Beach Villa Veli, Beach Villa Boaku, Veli Beach Pool Villa, Two Bedroom Family Beach Villa, Semi Water Villa, Water Villa and more. Of these, 4 sit over the water and 3 have a private pool.
Dhigufaru Island Resort has 6 restaurants and bars, including Athiri Grill, Muraka Fine Dining Restaurant, Thundi Pool Bar, Dhandifulhu Restaurant, Raagudi Bar, In-Villa Dining. Cuisines span Grilled seafood and meats, Maldivian and international, Bistro dishes, finger food, afternoon tea and cocktails, International buffet and Maldivian cuisine.
Yes — Dhigufaru Island Resort features Funa Spa (by Dhigufaru Island Resort), with signature treatments such as Foot Therapy.
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