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Stunning aerial drone shot of the long Dhigurah local island, surrounded by turquoise lagoon and deep blue ocean
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Dhigurah vs Fenfushi

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

Dhigurah

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

Fenfushi

Southern Ari Atoll (Alifu Dhaalu)
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Scores by Maldivando
Dhigurah
6 scores won
2 ties
Fenfushi
1 score won
7.9
Easy to reach
7.6
Easy to reach
5.6
Still authentic
8.9
Still authentic
9.5
Sea
9.5
Sea
7.9
Snorkeling
7.0
Snorkeling
7.0
Facilities
4.3
Facilities
4.4
Nightlife
1.8
Nightlife
7.0
Activities
5.0
Activities
7.0
Diving
4.6
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
8.1/10

In each row the higher score is highlighted.

Details
96.50 km
Distance from Male
110.80 km
Medium
Island size
Small
1h 43min
Walking time loop
39 min
Sandbank on the island
1
Number of bikini beaches
1
Walking
Cycling
Ways of getting around
Walking
761
Total inhabitants
1000
538
Maldivians inhabitants
811
223
Foreigners inhabitants
189
54.50 ha
Land area
25.40 ha
Facilities
38
Number of hotels
6
15
Number of restaurants
1
2
Number of cafes
2
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
  • The colour of the water is the first thing you look at
  • You are after an island that is still local and off the tourist track
  • You want slow days with nothing on the schedule
  • You want a chance to swim with whale sharks
  • You want a sandbank without booking an excursion
  • You are travelling as a couple and want somewhere intimate
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 counting on withdrawing cash on the island
  • You want to dive with tanks
  • You want to choose where to have dinner every night
  • You want a wide choice of places to stay
  • It is your first time in the Maldives and you want a safe bet
  • You are travelling with young children
Activities
In common
Snorkeling trip Snorkeling with Turtles Snorkeling with Mantas Snorkeling with Whale Sharks Fishing Fishing & Barbecue Diving Sandbank Picnic Island Hopping Trip Maldivian Resort Trip Dolphin Watching
Exclusive Dhigurah
Snorkeling with Nurse Sharks SUP rental Kayak rental Jet ski rental Maldivian Cooking Class Wedding Ceremony Romantic Beach Dinner Watersports Maldivian Boduberu Show Desert island picnic Flyboard
Exclusive Fenfushi
Windsurfing 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
Fenfushi
Recommended
Shared speedboat
Duration
2 h
Price per person
~ € 60
Changes
Nonstop
Fastest
Private seaplane
Duration
1 h - 1 h 15 min
Price per person
~ € 216 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Private speedboat
Duration
2 h
Price per person
~ € 334 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Cheapest
Public ferry (Dhoni) ×2
Duration
8 h 10 min
Price per person
~ € 7 estimate
Changes
1 change
Full details on getting to Fenfushi

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
11.2 /month
99 mm/month
Avg rainfall
99 mm/month
16.4 km/h
Avg wind
16.4 km/h
January, February, March, April
Best months
January, February, March, April
May, September, October
Worst months
May, 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
Fenfushi
Empty white sandy beach on the local island of Fenfushi in Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, with lush vegetation and clear ocean.
View of the white sand beach and turquoise sea from a sunbed on Fenfushi local island, Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives.
Red cargo tricycle parked on a sandy street next to a weathered red building on Fenfushi Island, Alifu Dhaalu Atoll
Stunning turquoise lagoon and white sandy beach at Fenfushi local island in Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, under a bright sky.
Drone perspective of the white sandy beach and turquoise lagoon on Fenfushi Island, Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives.
Aerial view of Fenfushi local island in Alifu Dhaalu Atoll during a soft sunset, showing white beaches and lush palms
All 26 photos of Fenfushi
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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