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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 Hinmafushi

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

Dhigurah

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

Hinmafushi

Male Atoll (Kaafu)
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Scores by Maldivando
Dhigurah
3 scores won
1 tie
Hinmafushi
5 scores won
7.9
Easy to reach
9.0
Easy to reach
5.6
Still authentic
6.2
Still authentic
9.5
Sea
7.8
Sea
7.9
Snorkeling
7.0
Snorkeling
7.0
Facilities
7.2
Facilities
4.4
Nightlife
5.0
Nightlife
7.0
Activities
7.0
Activities
7.0
Diving
6.6
Diving
0.0
Surfing
8.0
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
16.50 km
Medium
Island size
Medium
1h 43min
Walking time loop
50 min
Sandbank on the island
1
Number of bikini beaches
1
Walking
Cycling
Ways of getting around
Walking
761
Total inhabitants
2012
538
Maldivians inhabitants
1492
223
Foreigners inhabitants
520
54.50 ha
Land area
65.40 ha
Facilities
38
Number of hotels
29
15
Number of restaurants
11
2
Number of cafes
4
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 do not want to lose half a day getting there
  • You want to surf, or to learn
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 expect the turquoise water of the photographs
  • Diving is the whole point of the trip
Activities
In common
Snorkeling trip Snorkeling with Turtles Snorkeling with Nurse Sharks Fishing Fishing & Barbecue Sandbank Picnic SUP rental Kayak rental Jet ski rental Maldivian Cooking Class Romantic Beach Dinner Island Hopping Trip Watersports Maldivian Resort Trip Dolphin Watching Desert island picnic
Exclusive Dhigurah
Snorkeling with Mantas Snorkeling with Whale Sharks Diving Wedding Ceremony Maldivian Boduberu Show Flyboard
Exclusive Hinmafushi
Surf lessons Catamaran rental Floating Yacht Bar Visit
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
Hinmafushi
Recommended Fastest
Shared speedboat
Duration
20 - 30 min
Price per person
~ € 24
Changes
Nonstop
Private speedboat
Duration
25 min
Price per person
~ € 92 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Cheapest
Public ferry (Dhoni)
Duration
40 min
Price per person
~ € 4 estimate
Changes
Nonstop
Full details on getting to Hinmafushi

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
Hinmafushi
Outdoor gym equipment located on a sandy area in Hinmafushi island, North Male Atoll, surrounded by palm trees.
Aerial drone perspective of Hinmafushi local island in Kaafu Atoll, surrounded by crystal clear lagoon and reef.
Aerial drone shot capturing the local island of Hinmafushi in the Kaafu Atoll, featuring the harbor and blue waters.
A stunning aerial view of the local island Hinmafushi in the Kaafu Atoll, featuring the harbor, lush nature, and ocean.
Aerial view of the bikini beach on Hinmafushi island, Kaafu Atoll, featuring turquoise waters and a floating raft.
Aerial view of the local island of Hinmafushi in Kaafu Atoll, featuring the village, harbor, and surrounding reef.
All 24 photos of Hinmafushi
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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