Inhabited Island · South Ari Atoll

Dhigurah

Known for: Long sandbank and whale shark encounters

Dhigurah
Population (2022)
765
Maldivian residents
549
Foreign residents
216 (28%)
Male / Female
499 / 266
From Malé
90 km
Transport
Domestic Flight, Speedboat

About

Dhigurah is a long, narrow island famous for its beach and year-round whale shark sightings. Internationally popular with divers and beachgoers, it blends nature with community living.

Important Contacts

Emergency: 119

Police Hotline: 3322111

Family and Child Protection Department: 979 0163

Fire: 118

Ambulance: 102

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