Are the specialty restaurants included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort?

Partly: some premium & à la carte dining is included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, but premium options cost extra. Optional All Inclusive Indulgence package: daily dinner at Fushi Cafe, Aqua, Cumin or Dhoni Bar, or USD 60 per adult credit at specialty venues (Sea.Fire.Salt, Baan Huraa, Origami).

Does Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort include top-shelf liquor?

Partly: some top-shelf liquor is included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, but premium options cost extra. Package covers a selection of free-flow soft and alcoholic drinks 11am-11pm in participating bars/restaurants; premium labels outside the list are chargeable.

Is Wi-Fi free at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort?

Yes: wi-fi is included in the all-inclusive plan at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort.

Is the minibar included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort?

Partly: some in-room minibar is included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, but premium options cost extra. Minibar soft beverages replenished daily under the package.

Are motorized water sports included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort?

No: motorized water sports costs extra at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort and isn't part of the all-inclusive plan. Water-skiing, wakeboarding, parasailing etc. at Aquafanatics centre at cost.

Are non-motorized water sports included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort?

Partly: some non-motorized water sports is included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, but premium options cost extra. Snorkeling equipment and kayaks provided to all guests; sailing, windsurfing and lessons at cost.

Are spa treatments included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort?

No: spa treatments costs extra at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort and isn't part of the all-inclusive plan.

Are excursions included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort?

No: off-site excursions costs extra at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort and isn't part of the all-inclusive plan. Dolphin cruises, sunset cruises and snorkeling trips bookable; not listed among package inclusions.

Is the kids' club included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort?

Yes: kids' club is included in the all-inclusive plan at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort. Dhoni Kids Club free for ages 3-11.

Are airport transfers included at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort?

No: airport transfers costs extra at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort and isn't part of the all-inclusive plan. Current official contact page lists a mandatory 30-minute return speedboat transfer at USD 354 per adult and USD 176 per child aged 2–11, taxes included; under twos complimentary. Private charter USD 1,158 per boat per way for up to six. Recheck current quote; these replace the stored approximate USD 240 figure. Transfers operate 24 hours.

Does Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort have a kids' club, and from what age?

Yes. Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort lists a kids' club. Confirm supervision, drop-off rules and current hours before booking.

Is the beach at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort good for young children?

The water in front is typically calm.

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South Malé Atoll, Maldives · All ages · 5-star

Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort

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9.1 / 10

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Our resort score · out of 10

Strongest on beach and service

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Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort at a glance

Location: Dhigufinolhu Island
Guests: All ages welcome
The plan: All-inclusive
Setting: On the beachfront
Guest rating: 4.7 / 5 on Google926 reviews
Best months: Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr
Pools: 1 pool
Airport transfer: MLEAbout 30 minutes
Dining: 4 restaurants
Drinks: 1 bar

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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights

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2. Sunset Beach Villa: view room details

Oct 10, 2027

$1,203

$1,319

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Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort is a family-friendly luxury island resort in the South Malé Atoll, reached by speedboat from Malé.
The resort is strongest for families and couples who want a classic Maldives lagoon setting without the seaplane logistics of more remote atolls.
Official materials highlight 110 beach and overwater villas, an overwater spa, surf school, water sports center, kids activities, and access to sister-resort dining and facilities.
The lagoon and beach setting are major strengths, but some snorkeling and marine excursions may require paid activities or access to nearby islands.
This is not a nightlife-heavy resort; the experience is more beach, lagoon, family activity, spa, dining, and quiet island atmosphere.
Hidden tips
The speedboat transfer makes Anantara Dhigu easier for short Maldives stays than resorts requiring seaplane timing.
Families should compare beach villas against overwater categories because beach access may be more practical with younger children.
Guests over 18, or families with dinner reservations, can access additional dining and facilities at sister resort Anantara Veli.
Plan paid marine activities and dining carefully because Maldives extras can materially affect the total trip cost.
Things guests wish they had known
The resort is one of the easier Maldives options because it is reached by speedboat rather than seaplane.
Families are a strong fit here; it is not a couples-only island.
Meal plans and activities should be reviewed carefully because extras can add up.
Overwater villas are iconic, but beach villas can be more practical for families.
Strengths from our research
Excellent lagoon and beach setting in the South Malé Atoll.
Convenient 30-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport.
Strong family appeal with kids activities, beach access, pool, and water sports.
Overwater and beach villa choices, including private-pool categories.
Access to additional dining and recreation at nearby Anantara Veli.
Other considerations from our research
Not an adults-only or ultra-secluded honeymoon-only resort.
Some excursions, transfers, and premium activities add significant cost.
Remote-work suitability is moderate rather than excellent because evidence supports Wi-Fi but not a dedicated business/workspace focus.
Nightlife is limited compared with larger destination resorts.

What guests say

Most loved

Lagoon and beach setting9 mentions
Service and hospitality8 mentions
Family-friendly facilities8 mentions
Overwater and beach villas8 mentions
Water sports and activities7 mentions
Convenient speedboat transfer6 mentions

Most complained about

High cost of extras5 mentions
Food value and meal-plan considerations4 mentions
Snorkeling or excursions may require planning3 mentions

From Reddit

Reddit Maldives and honeymoon discussions describe Anantara Dhigu as appealing for its speedboat access from Malé, beautiful overwater villas, multiple restaurants, strong food, and easier logistics than seaplane resorts.

What’s included

Included

Wi-FiIncluded
Kids' clubIncluded
Dhoni Kids Club free for ages 3-11

Not included

Motorized water sportsCosts extra
Water-skiing, wakeboarding, parasailing etc. at Aquafanatics centre at cost
Spa treatmentsCosts extra
Off-site excursionsCosts extra
Dolphin cruises, sunset cruises and snorkeling trips bookable; not listed among package inclusions
Airport transfersCosts extra
Current official contact page lists a mandatory 30-minute return speedboat transfer at USD 354 per adult and USD 176 per child aged 2–11, taxes included; under twos complimentary. Private charter USD 1,158 per boat per way for up to six. Recheck current quote; these replace the stored approximate USD 240 figure. Transfers operate 24 hours.

Included with limits

Premium & à la carte diningPartly included
Optional All Inclusive Indulgence package: daily dinner at Fushi Cafe, Aqua, Cumin or Dhoni Bar, or USD 60 per adult credit at specialty venues (Sea.Fire.Salt, Baan Huraa, Origami)
Top-shelf liquorPartly included
Package covers a selection of free-flow soft and alcoholic drinks 11am-11pm in participating bars/restaurants; premium labels outside the list are chargeable
In-room minibarPartly included
Minibar soft beverages replenished daily under the package
Non-motorized water sportsPartly included
Snorkeling equipment and kayaks provided to all guests; sailing, windsurfing and lessons at cost

Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this

More resort facts

Rooms and suites: 110

Palmprint

Our resort score · out of 10

9.1 / 10How we score

Value: 7.8 out of 10
Service: 9.2 out of 10
Beach: 9.5 out of 10
Dining: 8.8 out of 10
Rooms: 9.1 out of 10
Pools & Spa: 8.6 out of 10

Confidence is high across the board except value, pools & spa, remote work and nightlife, where the evidence is thinner.

Score breakdown, research & sources

The Palmprint file

How we scored Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort

14 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Jun 28, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.

reddit · mapcarta · official · coordinates · tripadvisor · minor_hotels · travelweekly · official_villas · official_contact · official_leisure · dreaming_of_maldives

The six that set the score

Value7.8

Service9.2

Beach9.5

Dining8.8

Rooms9.1

Pools & Spa8.6

And 8 more we track

Family9.2

Adventure9.1

Luxury9.0

Wellness8.9

Romance8.8

Quiet8.8

Remote work7.3

Nightlife6.5

Confidence is high across the board except value, pools & spa, remote work and nightlife, where the evidence is thinner.

Open a category

Value7.8Medium confidence

Family Value: 8.4
Experience Quality: 9.1
Extra Cost Friction: 6.8
Speedboat Logistics: 8.6

Method: Guest sentiment and inclusion analysisTripAdvisor · Official Contact · Reddit · Dreaming of MaldivesVerified Jun 28, 2026

Service9.2High confidence

Staff Warmth: 9.2
Family Service: 9.0
Arrival Transfer: 9.0
Restaurant Service: 8.8

Method: Weighted review analysisTripAdvisor · Official · Dreaming of Maldives · RedditVerified Jun 28, 2026

Beach9.5High confidence

Sand Quality: 9.4
Swimmability: 9.4
Water Clarity: 9.4
Lagoon Setting: 9.6
Family Usability: 9.2

Method: Weighted review analysisOfficial · TripAdvisor · Dreaming of Maldives · Travel Weekly · RedditVerified Jun 28, 2026

Dining8.8High confidence

Cost Friction: 7.2
Family Dining: 8.4
Guest Sentiment: 8.8
Restaurant Access: 8.8
Sister Resort Dining: 8.6

Method: Weighted review analysisOfficial · TripAdvisor · Reddit · Dreaming of Maldives · Travel WeeklyVerified Jun 28, 2026

Rooms9.1High confidence

Views: 9.2
Beach Villas: 9.0
Family Room Fit: 8.8
Overwater Villas: 9.2
Private Pool Options: 9.2

Method: Official room product and guest sentiment analysisOfficial Villas · TripAdvisor · Travel Weekly · Dreaming of Maldives · RedditVerified Jun 28, 2026

Pools & Spa8.6Medium confidence

Pool Variety: 7.2
Family Pool Fit: 8.6
Main Pool Quality: 8.8
Lagoon Substitution Value: 9.2

Method: Facility and guest sentiment analysisOfficial · TripAdvisor · Minor HotelsVerified Jun 28, 2026

Family9.2High confidence

Water Sports: 9.0
Family Villas: 9.0
Transfer Ease: 9.0
Beach Usability: 9.4
Kids Activities: 9.0

Method: Official family amenity and guest consensus analysisOfficial · Official Villas · TripAdvisor · Dreaming of Maldives · RedditVerified Jun 28, 2026

Adventure9.1High confidence

Diving: 8.8
Surf School: 9.0
Water Sports: 9.2
Family Activity Depth: 9.0
Dolphin And Island Excursions: 8.8

Method: Official activity depth analysisOfficial Leisure · Official · TripAdvisor · Dreaming of Maldives · Travel WeeklyVerified Jun 28, 2026

Luxury9.0High confidence

Spa: 9.0
Dining: 8.8
Service: 9.2
Villa Product: 9.1
Island Setting: 9.4

Method: Amenity and guest sentiment analysisOfficial · Official Villas · TripAdvisor · Travel Weekly · Dreaming of MaldivesVerified Jun 28, 2026

Wellness8.9High confidence

Fitness: 8.6
Overwater Spa: 9.2
Relaxation Setting: 9.2
Water Activity Balance: 8.8

Method: Spa and fitness analysisOfficial · Official Leisure · TripAdvisor · Travel WeeklyVerified Jun 28, 2026

Romance8.8High confidence

Spa: 8.8
Dining: 8.8
Lagoon Setting: 9.4
Overwater Villas: 9.2
Family Activity Level: 7.4

Method: Couples fit analysisOfficial Villas · TripAdvisor · Reddit · Travel Weekly · OfficialVerified Jun 28, 2026

Quiet8.8High confidence

Low Nightlife: 8.8
Lagoon Spaciousness: 9.0
Family Activity Level: 7.8
Private Island Setting: 9.2

Method: Guest sentiment and private island analysisOfficial · TripAdvisor · Travel Weekly · Dreaming of Maldives · RedditVerified Jun 28, 2026

Remote work7.3Medium confidence

Wifi Evidence: 7.4
Travel Logistics: 7.4
Quiet Environment: 8.8
Workspace Specificity: 5.8

Method: Wifi quietness and workspace analysisOfficial · TripAdvisor · Travel WeeklyVerified Jun 28, 2026

Nightlife6.5Medium confidence

Party Scene: 4.8
Quiet Island Bias: 6.2
Romantic Evening Fit: 7.8
Bar And Dinner Energy: 7.0

Method: Resort fit analysisOfficial · TripAdvisor · Travel WeeklyVerified Jun 28, 2026

What it does best

Excellent lagoon and beach setting in the South Malé Atoll.
Convenient 30-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport.
Strong family appeal with kids activities, beach access, pool, and water sports.
Overwater and beach villa choices, including private-pool categories.
Access to additional dining and recreation at nearby Anantara Veli.

Where it costs you

Not an adults-only or ultra-secluded honeymoon-only resort.
Some excursions, transfers, and premium activities add significant cost.
Remote-work suitability is moderate rather than excellent because evidence supports Wi-Fi but not a dedicated business/workspace focus.
Nightlife is limited compared with larger destination resorts.

Palmprint methodology 1.0How we score What the Palmprint measures

Room intelligence

Best Value Room: Sunrise Beach VillaEntry beach villa categories provide direct island access at a lower category level, but value conclusion is based on room positioning rather than broad guest consensus.
Best Room Category: Over Water Pool VillaOfficial room materials confirm overwater villas and private-pool options; this category best matches the resort's signature Maldives lagoon experience.
Best Room Category For Families: Beach Pool Villa or Two Bedroom Family VillaOfficial room taxonomy and family positioning support beach and larger villa categories for families who want easier sand access and more space.

Everything we read on Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort

Reddit Mapcarta Official CoordinatesTripadvisorMinor Hotels Travelweekly Official Villas Official Contact Official Leisure Dreaming Of Maldives

Restaurants & bars

Palmprint food score 8.8 / 10

Places to eat: 4
Buffets: 1
Bars and lounges: 1

International · Seafood · Italian · Thai · Japanese

Aqua
Italian
Supplier directory printed July 2023: Italian dining and poolside snacks; 2023 directory does not separately list Terrazzo. Opening days depend on season/weather; current menu, child access and plan coverage require confirmation.
Plan inclusion not confirmed
Baan Huraa
Thai
Supplier directory printed July 2023: Lagoon-connected dining; island access and package eligibility must be confirmed. Opening days depend on season/weather; current menu, child access and plan coverage require confirmation.
Plan inclusion not confirmed
Cumin
South Asian
Supplier directory printed July 2023: Sister-island venue, confirm resort-island access and hours. Opening days depend on season/weather; current menu, child access and plan coverage require confirmation.
Plan inclusion not confirmed
Dhoni Bar
Mediterranean and Spanish tapas
Supplier directory printed July 2023: Sister-island bar and light dining. Opening days depend on season/weather; current menu, child access and plan coverage require confirmation.
Plan inclusion not confirmed
Fushi Café
International
Supplier directory printed July 2023: Buffet breakfast and themed dinner. Opening days depend on season/weather; current menu, child access and plan coverage require confirmation.
Plan inclusion not confirmed
Origami
Japanese
Supplier directory printed July 2023: Sister-island venue; teppanyaki/menu supplements not newly resolved. Opening days depend on season/weather; current menu, child access and plan coverage require confirmation.
Plan inclusion not confirmed
Sea.Fire.Salt.
Steak and seafood
Supplier directory printed July 2023: Specialty dining; existing package-credit qualification retained. Opening days depend on season/weather; current menu, child access and plan coverage require confirmation.
Plan inclusion not confirmed
Tiki Bar
Drinks and snacks
Supplier directory printed July 2023: Gulhifushi picnic/snorkelling island; confirm picnic-island access and hours. Opening days depend on season/weather; current menu, child access and plan coverage require confirmation.
Plan inclusion not confirmed

Dining at sister resorts is available. Confirm the participating venues and terms for your stay.

Fushi Cafe (buffet), Sea.Fire.Salt, Terrazzo (Italian) and Aqua pool bar on Dhigu, with dine-around access to sister-resort venues (Baan Huraa Thai, Origami Japanese, Cumin) across the lagoon July 2023 supplier directory separates restaurant/bar experiences around the lagoon; sister venues and picnic-island access do not mean unrestricted all-age dine-around. Existing USD 60 dining-credit/package terms and historical Terrazzo reference are left pending current confirmation, not overwritten from this older sheet.

Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.

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Rooms & suites

The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.

Room categories at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort: occupancy, size, bedrooms and aspect
Suite	Occupancy	Bedrooms	Aspect
Sunrise Beach VillaBack to sampled prices Room details for Sunrise Beach Villa beachfront; king bed; open-air bathroom with terrazzo tub; direct beach access	Capacity unverified	1 bedroom	sunrise ocean view
Sunset Beach VillaBack to sampled prices Room details for Sunset Beach Villa opens directly onto the beach	Capacity unverified	1 bedroom	sunset ocean view

More room options (6)

Room categories at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort: occupancy, size, bedrooms and aspect
Suite	Occupancy	Bedrooms	Aspect
Sunrise Beach Pool Villa Room details for Sunrise Beach Pool Villa 5.8 m private pool; Villa Host service	Capacity unverified	1 bedroom	sunrise ocean view
Sunset Beach Pool Villa Room details for Sunset Beach Pool Villa 5.8 m private pool	Capacity unverified	1 bedroom	sunset ocean view
Sunrise Over Water Suite Room details for Sunrise Over Water Suite overwater	Capacity unverified	1 bedroom	sunrise lagoon view
Sunset Over Water Suite Room details for Sunset Over Water Suite private sundeck; freestanding tub; direct lagoon access	Capacity unverified	1 bedroom	sunset lagoon view
Sunset Over Water Pool Suite Room details for Sunset Over Water Pool Suite overwater with private pool	Capacity unverified	1 bedroom	sunset lagoon view
Deluxe Sunset Over Water Pool Villa Room details for Deluxe Sunset Over Water Pool Villa renovated; 6 m infinity pool; soaking tub	Capacity unverified	1 bedroom	uninterrupted ocean view

Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.

Pools and the beach

Pools & waterplay

1pool

Large infinity pool with poolside Aqua Bar

Pools 8.6

The beach itself

9.5beach score · high confidence

Wide calm lagoon; resort and reviewers note there is no house reef, so snorkeling is by daily boat trips to nearby reefs; Maldives is outside the Atlantic sargassum belt

Calm water, swimmable straight off the sand

Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.

Families & group stays

For families

Bringing the kids to Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort

What decides whether a resort works with children in tow, answered from what the resort publishes rather than from the brochure.

Kids' club: Program listed
Supervision & drop-off: Confirm rules and current hours before booking

Questions parents ask

Does Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort have a kids' club, and from what age?: Yes. Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort lists a kids' club. Confirm supervision, drop-off rules and current hours before booking.
Is the beach at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort good for young children?: The water in front is typically calm.

Group travel

Taking a group

Family island sharing a lagoon with sister resorts Anantara Veli and Naladhu; Dining by Design private dining offered; not all-inclusive by default - AI Indulgence is an optional package

Private dining & events: Bookable
Nightlife: Low-key, quiet by late evening

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Weather guide

When to go

Best months: Nov to Apr

Temperature barely moves here across the year, so rain is the whole decision: the wet months run May to Nov.

Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort by month · average high, rain days and our verdict
Measure	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average daily high	86°F30°C	88°F31°C	90°F32°C	91°F33°C	90°F32°C	88°F31°C	88°F31°C	88°F31°C	88°F31°C	88°F31°C	88°F31°C	86°F30°C
Rain days	4 days	2 days	4 days	6 days	11 days	10 days	9 days	9 days	11 days	11 days	8 days	5 days
Verdict	Best	Best	Best	Best	Wet	Wet	Wet	Wet	Wet	Wet	Best	Best

Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.

Getting to Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort

Nearest airport: MLE · Velana International Airport
Approximate transfer: 30 minutes
Transportation: Anantara Dhigu requires paid return speedboat transfers from Velana airport (MLE).

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Anantara Dhigu requires paid return speedboat transfers from Velana airport (MLE).

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The resort lists USD 354 per person return, USD 176 per child aged 2–11, and no charge for under-twos, taxes included. A private boat costs USD 1,158 per boat per way for up to six guests, including taxes. Confirm the current price for your dates and whether your rate already includes a transfer.

The published speedboat journey is about 30 minutes, with transfers available 24 hours a day. Arrange both journeys with the resort and provide flight details. Confirm baggage, meeting instructions and any weather or late-flight arrangements. A private seaplane charter is a separate option with price and availability on request; do not apply the boat fare or operating hours to it.

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Destination essentials & trip planning

South Male Atoll 20109, Maldives · +960 664-4111

Before you fly

Maldives

Language: Dhivehi (English widely spoken)
Currency: Rufiyaa; resorts run on USD
Power: 230V, UK-style Type G/D plugs
Getting around: Seaplane or speedboat to your island
Main airport: Malé (MLE)
Flight time: Long-haul, usually one connection

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The vibe

Who it suits

Family9.2

Adventure9.1

Wellness8.9

Three of the 14 categories we score in the Palmprint file for Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort; the full set is above.

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Flights

Fly into MLE, 30 minutes from the gate; round trips from about $1337.

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Insurance

Storms move flights in season, and the cheapest rates are usually non-refundable.

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Data

An eSIM for the flight and the beach; Wi-Fi is included on the resort but stops at the gate.

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Days out

Off-site excursions cost extra here, so price the days out of South Malé Atoll, Maldives ahead.

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Our full take on Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort

A classic Maldives overwater stay in South Malé Atoll, glass-floored suites over the lagoon, a spa built out on the water, and sunset dolphin cruises. There's substance beyond the postcard too, with Maldivian cooking classes and easy diving. Romantic without being stuffy. Come November through April for the dry season.

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