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Stunning aerial drone shot of Mathiveri island in Alifu Alifu Atoll, with turquoise lagoon, beach, and boat trail.
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Dhigurah vs Mathiveri

Scores, sea, facilities, travel times and costs: Dhigurah and Mathiveri side by side, figure by figure. Neither one is better in absolute terms: it depends on the trip you have in mind.

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Dhigurah
Mathiveri
Dhigurah island in Maldives

Dhigurah

Southern Ari Atoll (Alifu Dhaalu)
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Mathiveri island in Maldives

Mathiveri

Northern Ari Atoll (Alifu Alifu)
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Scores by Maldivando
Dhigurah
3 scores won
2 ties
Mathiveri
4 scores won
7.9
Easy to reach
8.2
Easy to reach
5.6
Still authentic
7.6
Still authentic
9.5
Sea
10.0
Sea
7.9
Snorkeling
8.1
Snorkeling
7.0
Facilities
6.9
Facilities
4.4
Nightlife
3.9
Nightlife
7.0
Activities
7.0
Activities
7.0
Diving
6.6
Diving
0.0
Surfing
0.0
Surfing
9.3
User's rating
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User's rating
8.5/10
Overall score
by Maldivando
9.0/10

In each row the higher score is highlighted.

Details
96.50 km
Distance from Male
84.50 km
Medium
Island size
Small
1h 43min
Walking time loop
38 min
Sandbank on the island
1
Number of bikini beaches
2
Walking
Cycling
Ways of getting around
Walking
761
Total inhabitants
878
538
Maldivians inhabitants
778
223
Foreigners inhabitants
100
54.50 ha
Land area
22.80 ha
Facilities
38
Number of hotels
27
15
Number of restaurants
5
2
Number of cafes
3
Airport on the island
Port
Port / Jetty
Port
Clinic
Hospital / Clinic
Clinic
Pharmacy
ATM machine
Diving center
Police station
Minimarket
Public Bathroom
N/A
Water park
N/A
Kids playground
N/A
Outdoor gym
N/A
Indoor gym
Perfect for you if
  • The colour of the water is the first thing you look at
  • You want a chance to swim with whale sharks
  • You want a sandbank without booking an excursion
  • You want a choice of places to eat
  • You like getting around by bike
  • The colour of the water is the first thing you look at
  • You want a chance to swim with whale sharks
  • You want more than one beach where you can wear a swimsuit
  • You want a sandbank without booking an excursion
It may not suit you if
  • You want to get there quickly and without connections
  • You are after an island that is still off the tourist track
  • Diving is the whole point of the trip
  • You want excursions and sport every day
Activities
In common
Snorkeling trip Snorkeling with Turtles Snorkeling with Mantas Snorkeling with Whale Sharks Fishing Fishing & Barbecue Diving Sandbank Picnic SUP rental Kayak rental Jet ski rental Maldivian Cooking Class Wedding Ceremony Romantic Beach Dinner Island Hopping Trip Watersports Maldivian Resort Trip Dolphin Watching Desert island picnic
Exclusive Dhigurah
Snorkeling with Nurse Sharks Maldivian Boduberu Show Flyboard
Exclusive Mathiveri
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How to reach
Dhigurah
Recommended
Shared speedboat
Duration
1 h 55 min
Price per person
~ € 57
Changes
Nonstop
Fastest
Private seaplane
Duration
1 h - 1 h 15 min
Price per person
~ € 216 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Private speedboat
Duration
1 h 55 min
Price per person
~ € 322 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Cheapest
Public ferry (Dhoni) ×2
Duration
6 h 35 min
Price per person
~ € 7 estimate
Changes
1 change
Full details on getting to Dhigurah
Mathiveri
Recommended
Shared speedboat
Duration
2 h 5 min
Price per person
~ € 60
Changes
Nonstop
Fastest
Private seaplane
Duration
55 min - 1 h 10 min
Price per person
~ € 170 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Private speedboat
Duration
2 h 5 min
Price per person
~ € 345 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Cheapest
Public ferry (Dhoni) ×2
Duration
6 h
Price per person
~ € 7 estimate
Changes
1 change
Full details on getting to Mathiveri

Times and prices change often and without notice: before you travel, always reconfirm them with your guesthouse or directly with the operator.

Climate
27.1° — 30.4°C
Avg temperature
27.1° — 30.4°C
28.7°C
Water temperature
28.7°C
11.2 /month
Avg rain days
11.3 /month
99 mm/month
Avg rainfall
102 mm/month
16.4 km/h
Avg wind
16.8 km/h
January, February, March, April
Best months
January, February, March, April
May, September, October
Worst months
May, August, September, October
Photos
Dhigurah
Stunning aerial drone shot of the tropical white sand beach and coral reef surrounding Dhigurah local island.
Aerial view of the long shaped Dhigurah local island with turquoise lagoon and deep blue ocean under a cloudy sky.
A scenic sandy pathway surrounded by lush tropical palm trees and dense vegetation on the local island of Dhigurah.
Picturesque view of the pristine white sandy shoreline and turquoise waters of Dhigurah local island in the Maldives.
Drone shot of the famous elongated white sandbank on Dhigurah local island during a golden sunset over the ocean.
View of the turquoise clear sea touching the white sand beach and lush tropical vegetation on Dhigurah Island.
All 32 photos of Dhigurah
Mathiveri
White sandy beach on Mathiveri local island in Alifu Alifu Atoll with palm trees, blue ocean and a sun umbrella.
Scenic path with palm trees along the turquoise beach of Mathiveri Island in Alifu Alifu Atoll, Maldives, under a blue sky.
Sun-drenched white sand beach under palm trees on Mathiveri Island, Alifu Alifu Atoll with clear turquoise water.
An aerial drone view showing Mathiveri local island in North Ari Atoll with its stunning turquoise lagoon and sandbank
Drone view showing the Mathiveri local island sandbank in Alifu Alifu Atoll with turquoise lagoon and coral reefs
Tourists relaxing under palm trees and colorful umbrellas on the sunny bikini beach of Mathiveri Island, Alifu Atoll.
All 35 photos of Mathiveri
Reviews from travellers
Dhigurah
4.7/5
Based on 3 reviews
Beaches
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Snorkeling
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Vibes
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Value for money
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G. A.
4.5

"Dhigurah è uno splendido atollo con lunghe spiagge di sabbia bianca e fine, lambite dalla trasparenza del mare, davvero..."

13 January 2026
G. L.
5.0

"Sabbia soffice e bianca dove fare lunghe camminate peccato che sia inquinata da turisti maleducati. Abbiamo fatto escurs..."

13 October 2025
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