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Stunning aerial drone view of the tropical white sandbank on Ukulhas local island in Alifu Alifu Atoll, Maldives.
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Dhigurah vs Ukulhas

Scores, sea, facilities, travel times and costs: Dhigurah and Ukulhas 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
Ukulhas
Dhigurah island in Maldives

Dhigurah

Southern Ari Atoll (Alifu Dhaalu)
General score
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Ukulhas island in Maldives

Ukulhas

Northern Ari Atoll (Alifu Alifu)
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Scores by Maldivando
Dhigurah
2 scores won
1 tie
Ukulhas
6 scores won
7.9
Easy to reach
8.4
Easy to reach
5.6
Still authentic
5.6
Still authentic
9.5
Sea
8.8
Sea
7.9
Snorkeling
8.3
Snorkeling
7.0
Facilities
7.5
Facilities
4.4
Nightlife
6.5
Nightlife
7.0
Activities
8.0
Activities
7.0
Diving
8.0
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
8.9/10

In each row the higher score is highlighted.

Details
96.50 km
Distance from Male
71.40 km
Medium
Island size
Small
1h 43min
Walking time loop
38 min
Sandbank on the island
1
Number of bikini beaches
1
Walking
Cycling
Ways of getting around
Walking
761
Total inhabitants
1284
538
Maldivians inhabitants
1053
223
Foreigners inhabitants
231
54.50 ha
Land area
23.50 ha
Facilities
38
Number of hotels
36
15
Number of restaurants
16
2
Number of cafes
8
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
N/A
Kids playground
N/A
N/A
Outdoor gym
N/A
N/A
Indoor gym
N/A
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
  • You want to walk in from the beach and reach the reef straight away
  • You want proper dives, with currents and pelagics
  • You want a chance to swim with whale sharks
  • You want a choice of places to eat
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
  • You are looking for quiet and a slow pace
  • You are travelling as a couple and looking for privacy
Activities
In common
Snorkeling trip Snorkeling with Turtles Snorkeling with Mantas Snorkeling with Whale Sharks Snorkeling with Nurse 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 Maldivian Boduberu Show Dolphin Watching Desert island picnic
Exclusive Dhigurah
Flyboard
Exclusive Ukulhas
Wakeboarding Kitesurfing
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
Ukulhas
Recommended
Shared speedboat
Duration
1 h 35 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
1 h 35 min
Price per person
~ € 276 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Cheapest
Public ferry (Dhoni)
Duration
4 h 5 min
Price per person
~ € 4 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Full details on getting to Ukulhas

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
Ukulhas
Drone view of the turquoise lagoon, white sandy beach and lush vegetation of Ukulhas Island in Alifu Alifu Atoll
Drone perspective of the local Ukulhas island in the Alifu Alifu Atoll, showing the white sand beach and lush vegetation.
View of the stunning white sand beach on Ukulhas Island, Alifu Alifu Atoll, with lush tropical vegetation and clear sea
White sandy beach with thatched umbrellas at Ukulhas local island in Alifu Alifu Atoll under a bright blue sky.
Visitors walk on the white sandbank of Ukulhas Island, North Ari Atoll, surrounded by crystal clear turquoise water.
Stunning aerial drone perspective of Ukulhas local island in Alifu Alifu atoll, featuring lush greenery and beaches.
All 28 photos of Ukulhas
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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