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Arrive by seaplane and watch the Maldives unfold beneath you: turquoise lagoons, then a slender coral island fringed with white sand. For six nights, you can dive, explore, eat well and switch off.
Set in the remote Raa Atoll, Niva Dhigali Maldives lets you spend your days however you like. With reef and ocean all around and jungle at its centre, the island has plenty to explore and plenty of room to slow down, whether that means heading into the water, following a trail through the green interior or finding a quiet stretch of beach for a cocktail at sunset spot Haali.
For divers, the waters around Niva Dhigali are reason enough to come. The resort’s 5-star PADI dive centre caters for everyone from beginners to experienced divers, and the Raa Atoll’s coral gardens and canyons are full of life. Swim alongside turtles, rays, reef sharks and schools of tropical fish at well-known sites such as Labyrinth and Vaadhoo Thila, while seasonal cleaning stations bring the chance to see manta rays.
Paddle boarding at Niva Dhigali Maldives
Snorkellers can reach the house reef straight from the beach. Elsewhere, head out on a dolphin cruise, spend a day on a secluded sandbank, or explore the lagoon by kayak, paddleboard or glass-bottom boat. Local island visits and fishing trips offer a glimpse of Maldivian life beyond the resort, and cooking classes and Bodu Beru drumming bring local culture into the stay.
There’s a quieter side to Niva Dhigali, too. Jungle trails wind through palms and banyan trees, and tucked among them is LIME Wellbeing, with nature-inspired treatments, outdoor spaces and cabanas. Complimentary yoga and water-based fitness offer gentler ways to move, and two swimming pools are ideal for an afternoon of doing very little at all.
Pickleball courts
There are eight restaurants and bars, all covered by Premium All Inclusive. Start with an oceanfront breakfast at Capers, have Mediterranean food at Faru, then head into the jungle for Battuta’s South Asian and Middle Eastern menu. Jade does Asian fusion, and the Pizzeria is there for easy lunches. In the evening, Haali Bar is the place to watch the sunset with a cocktail, with DJs, live music and the occasional saxophone in the background.
With food, drinks and many island activities included, there’s little left to organise. Spend the morning underwater, the afternoon under the palms and the evening barefoot by the sea. Don’t be surprised if the highlight turns out to be something small, like your first turtle on the house reef.
For more information, visit nivadhigali.com
Your prize
Win a six-night stay for two adults in a Beach Villa at Niva Dhigali Maldives on Premium All Inclusive, including return seaplane transfers from Malé.
The question is: Which ocean are the Maldives located in?
Competition closes: 12th December 2026
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