Dhigurah Divers

Dhigurah Divers is a PADI dive center on the local island of Dhigurah in South Ari Atoll, known as one of the best locations in the Maldives for whale shark encounters. The island's name translates to 'Long Island' in Dhivehi, and at nearly 4 km in length, it is surrounded by stunning reefs and channels. The dive center offers daily boat dives to whale shark areas in the South Ari Marine Protected Area, as well as manta ray cleaning stations, thila dives, and channel dives. The center is known for its small group sizes, experienced local guides, and excellent customer service that has earned it outstanding reviews. Being on a local island rather than a resort, Dhigurah Divers offers significantly more affordable pricing. The center provides PADI courses from beginner to advanced, plus freediving instruction. Equipment rental and accommodation partnerships with local guesthouses make it easy to plan a complete dive trip.