Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort & Flights
Situated on the picturesque Dhigu Island, Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort sits along a pristine stretch of coastline in the South Malé Atoll. Explore the beauty of the nearby Maafushi Harbour, or embark on a fishing, snorkelling or water sports adventure in one of the many nearby tranquil beaches, including Olhuveli Beach. The resort’s multi-island layout doubles your dining and entertainment options, while Gulhifushi Picnic Island provides a secluded snorkelling haven just minutes away.
The hotel is just a 30-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport (MLE). Return speedboat transfers are included in your package, see Fine Print for details.
Your Air Travel – Take Australia’s only direct flight to the Maldives
Spend less time travelling and more time in paradise aboard our Luxury Escapes private charter flight, flying you directly to Malé in under 11 hours. Australia’s only direct flight to the Maldives means no international stopovers and no waiting in airports – just more time to maximise your holiday. Switch into holiday mode as we take care of everything on a full-service Airbus A330-200, reserved exclusively for Luxury Escapes guests.
The Resort – Dream-like family escape in the South Malé Atoll
This blissful hideaway is set on a natural island in the South Malé Atoll, where heavenly overwater villas stretch across turquoise lagoons, palm-fringed beach villas offer direct access to pearl-white sands and the only dress code is barefoot elegance.
This is much more than your average resort – as part of a multi-island layout, you can easily hop between Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort and the neighbouring Anantara Veli Maldives Resort via a complimentary two-minute shuttle boat, doubling your dining and entertainment options. For something a little more secluded, escape to Gulhifushi Picnic Island, the resort’s private picnic and snorkelling island where you can make family memories as you wander powder-soft sands and discover marine life beneath crystal-clear waters.
Wellness is taken to another level here with an overwater spa offering expert Ayurvedic treatments and romantic couples’ massages, all accompanied by the soothing rhythms of the Indian Ocean. For the little ones, the resort even has a Kids’ Spa with chocolate facials, sparkly manicures and hair styling sessions.
Should you wish to explore the ocean in more detail, venture out to snorkel the teeming lagoon, try your hand at water skiing, flyboarding or scuba diving, or simply do very little at all in this tropical oasis. Little travellers will forever be entertained with a dedicated kids’ club and recreation room, and even complimentary activities like glass-bottom boat adventures and cooking classes. There’s something for every mood and moment at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort.
Your Handpicked Inclusions – All-inclusive dining, massages, return transfers and more
Arrive at the resort seamlessly with return speedboat transfers from Velana International Airport (MLE) included with your stay. Toast to your arrival with a bottle of sparkling wine included in-villa on arrival, and enjoy the benefit of two kids staying and eating free.
Delight your senses with an exceptional array of restaurants and bars to choose from between Anantara Dhigu and the neighbouring Anantara Veli resorts, with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner all included in your package.
- Fushi Cafe: Start each day in paradise with an international spread packed with flavour. From live cooking stations to freshly baked pastries and tropical fruits, breakfast here sets the tone for the day. By night, enjoy global buffet themes that take you around the world.
- Aqua: Pizza, pasta and all the Italian classics meet endless ocean views. Settle in poolside for authentic flavours done right, whether you’re craving a midday Margherita or evening Italian fare with a side of sunset.
- Sea.Fire.Salt: An overwater grill showcasing the best of land and sea. From reef fish and tuna hauled fresh from Maldivian waters to prime Australian beef, every dish celebrates quality ingredients cooked to perfection.
- Dhoni Bar (Anantara Veli Maldives Resort – adults-only): Sink into the laid-back poolside ambience with Mediterranean bites and Spanish tapas. If you’re after a midday refresh with iced coffee and light plates or evening cocktails paired with tantalising small bites, Dhoni Bar is your go-to for casual dining.
- Cumin (Anantara Veli Maldives Resort – adults-only): Indulge in fragrant curries, Maldivian specialties and Sri Lankan delicacies, all served in a breezy beachfront setting. With its poolside charm and oceanfront views, Cumin is the ultimate spot to fuel up for island adventures.
Take your dining up a notch by swapping daily dinner at Fushi, Aqua, Cumin or Dhoni Bar for a US$60 credit per adult towards an elevated dinner at Sea.Fire.Salt, or two other signature venues:
- Baan Huraa (Anantara Veli Maldives Resort – adults-only): Be transported to a traditional Thai teak house. Here, sharing-style dishes spotlight Northeast salads, Southern curries and Central Plains classics with jasmine rice.
- Origami (Anantara Veli Maldives Resort – adults-only): Experience modern Japanese flair with hand-rolled sushi, sashimi and robatayaki grilled on charcoal. The show-stopping teppanyaki tables add theatre to every meal.
When you’re not wining and dining, escape to the private Gulhifushi Picnic Island for the perfect day out, where Tiki Bar pours refreshing drinks while the Food Truck dishes up burgers, salads and the daily catch. Lounge on the sand, swim in the natural pool or simply soak up the secluded island vibes.
Between meals, paddle the crystal-clear lagoon in complimentary glass kayaks for up to two hours daily, and find your zen with an included 60-minute Anantara Couples Healing Massage (or equivalent) for two adults at Balance Wellness by Anantara.
Pool Villa Upgrade: Stay in the Sunrise Beach Pool Villa or the Sunset Over Water Pool Villa to enjoy one floating breakfast served in your own private pool.
- Fushi Cafe
- Sea Fire Salt
- Aqua restaurant
- The Yellow Fin Club (adults-only – adults-only)
- Origami (located at Anantara Veli – adults-only)
- Cumin (located at Anantara Veli – adults-only)
- Dhoni Bar (located at Anantara Veli – adults-only)
- Baan Huraa (located at Anantara Veli – adults-only)
- Gulhifushi picnic and snorkelling island
- Food truck (Gulhifushi)
- Tiki bar (Gulhifushi)
- Infinity pool
- Dhoni Kids’ Club
- Recreation room
- Balance Wellness by Anantara
- Kids’ Spa
- Fitness centre
- Water sports centre
- Dive centre
- Babysitting service
- Library
- Boutique
- Wi-Fi
- Standard check-in: 2pm / Standard checkout: 12pm
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Valid for travel from 17 May 2026 until 31 October 2026.
Luxury Escapes Private Charter is operated by Maldivian and is subject to government and regulatory approvals.
Green Tax: Please note a US$12 green tax per person, per day applies, payable directly to the resort. Tax applies to all guests, including additional guests.
Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.
Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.
Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking until 21 days prior to the original check-in date, however the following fees will apply: $995 per adult (12+) for economy class bookings, $795 per child (2–11) for economy class bookings; $2,995 for adults and children (2+) for business class bookings. The remaining balance, after deduction of the applicable cancellation fees will be refunded to your original payment or credit.
Cancellation can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. If refunded as credit, your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.
Please note this does not apply to flights (outside of your Melbourne to Malé return flight) booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service ONE date change in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 21 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges. Date change fees apply, refer to fare rules for details.
Your bundled package includes international flights and is subject to the airline’s fare rules and conditions. For details on cancellations, date or name changes, baggage allowances and other airline-specific terms, please see the full fare rules here.
Please Note:
- Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Early check-in and late checkout are subject to availability. If there is no availability for a villa to be checked in immediately upon arrival or checked out late, guests will still be able to use all their package inclusions from arrival until departure from resort premises.
- Included couples’ massage will be an Anantara Couples Healing Massage or similar. Advance booking required.
- Complimentary use of kayaks is available for up to two hours per adult, per day. Glass kayaks are subject to availability.
- Access to Gulhifushi island is available daily on request.
- Access to Anantara Veli Maldives Resort is available daily via a two-minute shuttle boat. Anantara Veli Maldives Resort is an adults-only resort, but welcomes family bookings at set times.
- Welcome bottle of sparkling wine will be served in-villa on arrival.
- Return speedboat transfers are included in your package. Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort is approximately 30 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport (MLE). To arrange the transfer, please email your flight details and booking confirmation number to the resort at least one week before arrival.
- Please note, kids staying free dine from a kids’ menu with paying adult.
- Kids’ club is open daily from 9am to 7pm, available to children 4–12 years old. Children under 4 must be accompanied by an adult, or parents can hire a babysitter (charges apply).
- Return transfers: For the first additional adult or teenager, transfers are available free of charge. For the second adult or teenager, transfers are available for a surcharge of US$275 per person, payable directly to the resort. For children, transfers are free of charge.
All-Inclusive Dining:
- Please note, Dhoni Bar, Origami, Cumin and Baan Huraa are located on the neighbouring adults-only island, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort. Families with kids can visit Anantara Veli with dinner reservations only.
- Daily breakfast is available at Fushi Cafe from 7am to 10.30am, or at Cumin from 7am to 11am (adults only).
- Daily lunch is available at Aqua from 12pm to 4pm or Sea Fire Salt from 12.30pm to 3pm (subject to change). Lunch is also available at Dhoni Bar from 12pm to 4pm (adults only).
- Guests can choose from the following venues for nightly dinner:
- Fushi Cafe from 6.30pm to 9.30pm
- Aqua from 7pm to 10pm
- Cumin (Anantara Veli Maldives Resort) from 6.30pm to 10pm
- Dhoni Bar (Anantara Veli Maldives Resort) from 6.30pm to 10pm
- Alternatively, guests can opt to receive a daily US$60 credit per adult to use towards dinner at Sea Fire Salt from 6.30pm to 10pm, Baan Huraa from 6.30pm to 10pm, or Origami from 6.30pm to 10pm. Advance reservation is required for Baan Huraa and Origami.
- All-inclusive dining is based on a three-course menu or buffet per person, composed of starter, main and dessert.
Free-Flow Drinks Upgrade:
- Includes: 12 hours of daily free-flow drinks from 11am to 11pm at all restaurants and bars. Drinks include house spirits and liqueurs, signature cocktails and mocktails, beers, wines (white, red, rosé and sparkling), soft drinks, fresh juices, milkshakes, smoothies, tea and coffee from a select menu.
- Drinks are served by the glass only.
- Guests must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide valid ID upon request.
- Responsible service: The resort reserves the right to refuse alcohol service to intoxicated guests.
- This package is not applicable during special events such as gourmet dinners, wine dinners or weddings.
- Any consumption made outside the defined timing will be charged separately.
- Complimentary in-villa minibar includes soft drinks, refreshed once daily. Additional daily refills are charged. All items other than soft drink are chargeable.
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Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.
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