Dhigufaru Island ResortKendhoo · Maldives
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Dhigufaru Island Resort

Overwater villas and a house reef in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

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Welcome

An island resort on Kendhoo

Dhigufaru Island Resort is a five-star property in Baa Atoll, 142 km from Velana International Airport and about 40 minutes by seaplane. The island sits within the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, which means the surrounding reef is one of the most protected marine areas in the Maldives. Across 83 villas and rooms, guests can choose from beach-facing units, overwater villas, and pool villas at various price points. Five dining venues, Funa Spa, Fulhangi Dive School, and a dedicated kids club round out what is available on the island.

4.5/5
Guest rating
523 reviews
9
Room types
available
$307
Rates from
Per night
★★★★★
Class
5-star
Should you book?

The honest verdict

A well-run five-star island resort where the marine environment is the main draw, backed by consistent service scores and a broad range of villa categories.

Best for

  • Couples wanting overwater villas with private pools
  • Divers and snorkellers drawn to a protected reef
  • Families needing a two-bedroom villa and kids club
  • Guests who want all-inclusive dining on a remote island

Maybe not ideal for

  • Travellers on a tight schedule — seaplane windows are 9 AM to 3 PM daily
  • Those who prefer urban surroundings or easy day trips
  • Budget-conscious solo travellers

What a stay costs

Per night
$307
1 week
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Indicative room-only estimate from the lowest nightly rate — excludes airport transfers, taxes and seasonal price changes. Many Maldives properties also require a minimum stay. Check live rates for your dates.

A Biosphere Reserve setting

Dhigufaru sits inside the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The designation shapes what happens underwater: the house reef is accessible directly from the island, and the wider atoll is known for manta rays and whale sharks at certain times of year.

Overwater villas above the lagoon

The water villa categories — Sunrise, Sunset, and pool versions — each run 74 to 89 m² and sit on stilts above the lagoon. Every unit has a private terrace and direct lagoon staircase. The pool water villas add a private plunge pool at the deck level.

Five dining venues on the island

Dhandifulhu Restaurant handles all-day local and international dining. Muraka is the overwater fine-dining room, focused on Maldivian cuisine. Athiri Grill works as a casual beach option. Thundi Pool Bar and Raagudi Bar cover drinks and evening cocktails.

Funa Spa and beach facilities

Funa Spa includes dedicated treatment rooms, a reflexology centre, sauna and steam room, and a salon. The resort also has an outdoor pool with a hot tub, a fitness centre, and a beachfront with private beach area.

Beach villas facing sunrise or sunset

The 20 beach villa units split between sunrise and sunset orientations. At 49 m² each, they are the most compact option on the island, with a patio, terrace, and sea view. The Sunset Beach Villa with Pool steps up to 103 m² with a private pool.

Rooms & suites

Semi-Water Villa

53 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed

  • Entire villa
  • Balcony
  • Sea view
  • Air conditioning
  • Patio
From
$597 /night
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Standout features

Swimming Pool
Spa & Wellness
Sauna
On-site Dining
Breakfast
Fitness Center

Amenities at Dhigufaru Island Resort

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • 5 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Seaplane transfer
142 km
from Velana airport (MLE)

Getting there

Getting to Dhigufaru Island Resort on Kendhoo in Baa Atoll means covering about 142 km from Malé (MLE) by seaplane — a scenic flight of roughly 45 minutes. The resort books the seaplane with your stay. Seaplanes fly in daylight hours only, so late arrivals may overnight in Malé.

Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.

Full directions, map & what's nearby →

On the map

9X2R+V2P, Dhigufaruvinagan'du

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The island of Kendhoo is part of Baa Atoll. Baa Atoll is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, famous for Hanifaru Bay and its seasonal gatherings of manta rays and whale sharks.

Maldives tours & activities

Excursions you can book for a Maldives stay — manta & whale-shark snorkelling, sandbank picnics, diving and sunset cruises. Availability varies by island; filter by your dates and location on GetYourGuide.

Snorkel with manta rays View on GetYourGuide Swim with whale sharks View on GetYourGuide Sandbank & picnic trip View on GetYourGuide Sunset dolphin cruise View on GetYourGuide Scuba diving & house reefs View on GetYourGuide Sunset & night fishing View on GetYourGuide
What guests say
4.5 / 5
across 523 reviews · checked August 2026

Across 523 Google reviews, Dhigufaru holds a 4.5/5 rating. Service is the strongest theme: 72 of 97 mentions were positive. The property itself scores well — 58 of 64 reviews on that topic were favourable. Nature and the surrounding reef also draw consistent praise, with 41 of 52 mentions positive. Dining reviews are more mixed, with 23 positive out of 47, and bar reviews split almost evenly.

  • Things to do3.4
  • Restaurants3.3
  • Airport access1.6
Service · 74% of 97 mentionsProperty · 91% of 64 mentionsNature · 79% of 52 mentionsDining · 49% of 47 mentionsFitness · 78% of 27 mentionsCleanliness · 76% of 25 mentions

Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.

Good to know

Check-infrom 2:00 PM
Check-outuntil 12:00 PM
Dining5 restaurants on-site
MealsAll-inclusive available
Airport transferAvailable — arranged by property, paid separately
ParkingAvailable on-site
PetsContact the property

Frequently asked

How do you get to Dhigufaru Island?

The standard transfer is a seaplane with Trans Maldivian Airways from Velana International Airport, taking around 40 minutes. Seaplanes run daily between 9 AM and 3 PM. An alternative route uses a domestic flight to Dharavandhoo airport followed by a 70-minute speedboat.

What room types are available?

The resort has beach villas (sunrise and sunset), a semi-water villa, overwater water villas (sunrise and sunset), pool versions of both beach and water villas, a 151 m² Presidential Suite with infinity pool, and a two-bedroom family beach villa sleeping four.

Is all-inclusive available?

Yes. The resort offers an all-inclusive meal plan as an option. Rates are also available on a bed-and-breakfast basis, with breakfast included as standard.

How many restaurants and bars are on the island?

There are five dining venues: Dhandifulhu Restaurant (main, local and international), Athiri Grill (casual beach grill), Muraka Fine Dining (overwater, Maldivian cuisine), and in-villa dining. The Thundi Pool Bar and Raagudi cocktail bar handle drinks.

Is there a house reef for snorkelling and diving?

Yes. The resort has an accessible house reef and sits within the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Fulhangi Dive School operates from the island for diving and water sports, and snorkelling excursions run in the surrounding atoll.

Is the resort suitable for families with children?

Yes. The two-bedroom family beach villa sleeps four at 139 m². Baraveli Kids Club is on site. The facilities list also includes family rooms as a category.

What does the spa offer?

Funa Spa has treatment rooms, a reflexology centre, sauna and steam room, and a salon. It is on the island, so no transfer is needed to access it.

How much does it cost to stay in Dhigufaru?

Rates start from around USD 509 per night for a Sunrise Beach Villa. Overwater villas with pools start from around USD 1,514, and the Presidential Suite starts from approximately USD 5,044 per night.

What activities are available beyond diving and snorkelling?

The resort runs cooking classes, local culture tours, evening entertainment, live music, and themed dinner nights. Water sport facilities are on site through Fulhangi Dive School.

Is there a fitness centre?

Yes. The resort has a fitness centre on the island. Fitness-related reviews were among the more positive clusters, with 21 of 27 mentions favourable.

Is free Wi-Fi available throughout the property?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is listed across the property.

When do seaplanes operate, and what if my flight arrives late?

Trans Maldivian Airways seaplanes run from Velana Airport between 9 AM and 3 PM daily. Guests arriving outside that window would need to use the alternative domestic flight to Dharavandhoo followed by a 70-minute speedboat transfer.

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