Perfectly located on the sunset side of Dhigurah Island.
Location
Dhigurah is located in South Ari Atoll 96.8 km from the capital Male
South Ari Atoll in known for a rich ref diving – marine life, whale shark, manta rays year round and many more the 50+ amazing dive sites. In the channel next to Dhigurah there are 15 pinnacles, called Thilas ref famous dive sites, they are located just 10 min away from Dhigurah harbour and offer some of the best dive site in the Maldives, such as Kudarah, Broken Rock, 5 Rocks and 7th Heaven.
We offer several options for transfers from the Airport/Male to Dhigurah.
Dhigurah Island
Dhigurah Island, nestled in the heart of South Ari Atoll in the Maldives, is a pristine slice of paradise located within the Marine Protected Area SAMPA. This commitment to conservation ensures that the island’s vibrant ecosystems and stunning underwater landscapes are preserved for future generations.
On Dhigurah, visitors can unwind on sweeping white-sand beaches, explore the ref sandbank, swim in crystal-clear turquoise waters, and embark on unforgettable adventures beneath the surface. Whether you’re an avid diver eager to explore the kaleidoscope of marine life, including gentle whale sharks and graceful manta rays, or snorkelling.
You can visit the village and explore the real Maldives daily life, but we recommend you wear shorts and tee shirts to show your respect for the culture and religion, especially while being on the public roads on the island. Maldives local islands request no skimpy clothing is worn in the village especially swim wear or bare chests for men. On the beaches and whilst on the boat, once we have left the harbour swimwear can be worn.
Dhigurah offers an authentic taste of tropical bliss intertwined with sustainable Island life – Simple luxury.
Sandbank
Dhigurah Island culminates in a breathtaking sandbank known as “Thundi” in Dhivehi. This unique natural extension of the island offers an unparalleled vantage point to watch mesmerising sunsets over the horizon.
It’s the perfect spot to launch your drone and capture stunning aerial views of pristine white sands, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and the vibrant marine life that defines this tropical paradise.
Whether you’re seeking a tranquil moment of reflection or an adventurous day of exploration after a fantastic day of diving Dhigurah thundi is the place to be!
Dhigurah Island community
Since the early days of BB we felt truly part of the Dhigurah community. We have always supported the Health Centre, Mosque and School and any sporting activities we can get involved with. From presenting prizes as school end of term to sponsoring volleyball and football tournaments we always felt part of our community. One of our German guests even knits scuba divers and whale sharks for sale in support of the health centre…raising over $1500 so far!
We support local food producers and local skilled workmen such as electricians and fishermen. Our 55’ Dive boat, Manta Mobula was built on Dhigurah and we are very happy to pay monthly payments for this and our land rents to give financial security to many families from this island.
We work with Council projects such as beach cleaning and festivals such as New Year where all hotels come together for fireworks and local food events.
We are now discussing funding medical equipment for our health centre so we can make it easier for local people to get simple tests done here rather than having to send samples to Male which can involve quite a delay.
For own staff we recently launched a educational bursary for BB staff children to improve their future lives and make life easier for our staff parents.
