Anantara Dhigu - Maldives - overview introduction
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 - Property Overview:
    Land in a Maldives resort paradise, surrounded by turquoise waters. Take a morning plunge in the private pool of your over-water villa. Kayak to lunch on a desert island. Let the beauty of Anantara touch you in the Maldives.
Romantic escapes to the world's last unspoiled tropical paradise. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Maldives, with distinctive touches of Anantara warmth and style. Sail away into the sunset to explore desert islands. Dive into an underwater wonderland. Lavish in the luxury of an over-water pool villa. Intimate. Matchless. Seductive. Packaged especially for you.
Here, stylish villas, over-water suites and luxurious beach bungalows fringe tranquil lagoons. Celebrate the Maldives with Anantara, discovering the ultimate tropical island getaway with brilliant coral reefs and water sport adventures. Experience a healing massage at Anantara Spa, as you peer through the glass floors revealing the puffer fish, sting rays and baby reef sharks swimming underneath. Settle into luxury, impeccable style and Anantara's gracious service at Anantara Dhigu Maldives.
Discover your own stretch of sand in the world's last unspoiled tropical paradise.
 - Location:
      Nestled on Dhigu island in the South Malé Atoll, The resort is an idyllic island set in a private lagoon. This paradise is located in the South Male Atoll, just 35 minutes by private speedboat from Male' International Airport. Anantara Resort offers a uniquely Maldivian island experience providing intimate luxury and style.
 - Quick Facts:
   Property type:    Resort
   Distance from airport:    19.00 Km
   Total no. of rooms:    110
   No. of room types:    4
   Accepted credit cards: 
   Address:   Anantara Dhigu, South Male' atoll, Maldives
 - Airport Transfer:
The resorts is a brief 35 minutes by private speedboat from Malé International Airport. Separate transfers are ready for each incoming international flight and combined transfers are arranged for flights that land within within one or two hour difference. The crew are nice and offer welcome face towels, bottled chilled water.
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Night Transfer available.  Speed Boat transfer.
Anantara Dhigu - Maldives - Accommodation Room Villa Suites
- Accommodation Overview
      Sweeping ocean views from Dhigu island. Your private Maldives resort villa has your own stretch of pristine beach. Discover the Pool Villa, with its own spacious plunge pool. Unwind as if you're at home. The fantasy of a luxurious, private sanctuary in the tropics comes alive at Anantara Dhigu.
Here, luxury comes with local colour. The resorts luxury villas tastefully combine island charm with modern conveniences. Settle back with your IDD telephone, high-speed Internet, personal surround-sound stereo with flat-screen TV, CD/DVD and MP3 player. Enjoy all the comforts of home and then some, with your own espresso machine, residence minibar and 24-hour room service.
- Deluxe Beach Villa - (39 rooms / units)
     Luxuriate in 110 square metres of tropical elegance in each of our 68 Deluxe Beachfront Villas, the idyllic Maldives resort bungalow. Take in the endless vista off the shores of Dhigufinolhu. Your terrazzo bathtub for two looks out over the ever-changing hues of the Maldivian seas. At the end of a sun-filled day, cool off under the outdoor rain shower and unwind on your very own terrace, just steps from the brilliant lagoon. Your own piece of beachfront paradise awaits.
- Sunset Deluxe Beach Villa - (39 rooms / units)
     Savour evening canapés to the tune of an unforgettable Maldivian sunset. Find romance in the Sunset Deluxe Beachfront Villa, identical to the Deluxe Beach Villa in luxury, however commanding a special position on the western side of Dhigufinolhu.
- Deluxe Over Water Suite - (19 rooms / units)
     Situated on a pier, a few steps across a wooden walkway from Dhigufinolhu, your 150 square metre Deluxe Over-Water Suite floats on the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean. Lounge on your private waterfront sundeck and enjoy unbroken views of turquoise blue. Rest, read or nap on a tropical wood lounger with colourful silk cushions. Spend the afternoon in the infinity-edge bathtub overlooking the seascape. Your sanctuary, with direct access to the lagoon, infuses you in pure Anantara elegance.
Anantara Dhigu - Maldives - Food and Beverage Restaurant
 - Food & Beverage
   The resort offers an array of casual and fine dining destinations unmatched by any other Maldives resort is yours to savour at Anantara.
Sample stunning, innovative culinary creations by our master chef. Enjoy a sundown cocktail against a breathtaking backdrop of unspoiled tropical beauty. Savor a light snack with sand beneath your feet. Indulge in whatever takes your fancy.
- Guests who pre purchase (pre-book) lunch and/or dinner supplements are given a choice to dine around at a selection of their 7 restaurants where applicable.
Available Meal plans:   Bed n Breakfast   Halfboard   Fullboard
 - Fushi Café
     Your oasis that just steps away from the sea. Enjoy your breakfast in the morning, light meals, creative snacks, sandwiches and salads any time of day.
Greet the Maldivian morning sunrise, at the Fushi Café on the white sandy beach of Dhigu Island. Enjoy informal dining at leisure, including American breakfast buffets and themed Maldivian dinner buffets set to the tune of the Bodhu Beru band.
Open 7.00-10.30 am for Breakfast and 6.30-10.30 pm for Dinner daily (subject to change)
 - Fuddan Fusion Grill
        A fusion Maldivian grill, an impeccably-stocked boutique cellar – in a spectacular setting. A crossroads of cuisines, the place for gourmets to gather. Sample the freshest seafood scooped straight from the Indian Ocean. Carnivorous delights, prepared as you desire, blending tastes, seasonings and styles. Accompany your meal with select wines from the island cave.
Feast on imported steaks at this lively fusion grill. Prime aged imported cuts from Japan and Australia. Maldivian prawns, Wahoo and lobster. Facing the inner turquoise reef of Dhigu, the grill offers plentiful ways to enjoy top cuisine. Flame grilled, tandoori, wok sautéed, fired in a wood oven. Tell us how you like it prepared or ask for our suggestions.
Open for Lunch 12.30-2.30 pm and 6.30-11.00 pm for Dinner daily (subject to change)
 - Terrazzo
        Terracotta by the sea. Rediscover the best of Italy in a contemporary, yet rustic ambiance. Dive into an array of fine wines while taking in sweeping views across beach and lagoon. Who knew that paradise could taste this good!
Italy comes to the tropics in this intimate Italian bistro. Perched high overlooking the Indian Ocean on Dhigu Island, Terrazzo specialises in Italian cuisine, fashioned by chefs who are experts with traditional ingredients and techniques. Savour wood-fired pizzas, homemade pastas or our signature seafood spread, accompanied by wines from the northern and southern regions of Italy. Tuscan, Roman and Milanese selections, all enjoyed with sweeping views across the reef.
Open for Dinner 6.30-11.00 pm daily (subject to change)
 - Aqua
       The island’s hub for hip. Toast the sunset with your favorite cocktail concoction ingeniously prepared by our master mixologists. Located poolside on Dhigu, Aqua provides relaxed poolside refreshment and a stylish snack menu. Alternatively, swim up to the bar and create your own cocktail from our innovative recipes. Early evening ushers in the picturesque Indian Ocean sunsets whilst you savour a drink in our upper lounge.
Open 10.00 am to 12 midnight daily
 - Dining by Design
       A banquet on the beach, a candlelit picnic on your own stretch of sand or desert island. A barbecue with your personal chef on your terrace. Global cuisine meets a tropical paradise.
 - Baan Huraa
        Culinary enlightenment. Journey to the Thai traditions of Lanna and Isaan. To a refined cuisine that will captivate your senses in a feast of Far Eastern delights and fiery flavors. To a stunning Thai house on stilts, nestled on the edge of a coral reef, surrounded by the gently rolling surf of the Indian Ocean. Reach a truly Thai flavour without ever leaving our earthly paradise.
Open daily for Lunch 12-2.30pm and Dinner 7.00pm-10.30pm
 - 73 Degrees
        The light and airy Maldivian-style thatched-roof pavilion faces the lagoon of Veligandu Huraa. Dine at the sumptuous breakfast buffet of fresh tropical fruits and juices, cereals, homemade breads, grilled meats and vegetables and a made-to-order omelette station. Or select seafood plucked right from the Maldives at the Seafood Market.
Open 7.00am to 10.30pm for Breakfast and 6.30pm to 10.30pm for Dinner daily
 - Dhoni
        Kick back by the tranquil lagoon of Veligandu Huraa. Swim up to the poolside bar and savour cocktails and chill vibes. Settle into the infinity-edge pool and glance at the seascape as you unwind with other guests.
 - Geckos
        Enjoy freshly-baked crusts and piled high toppings from our wood-fired oven. You've found your perfect spot for inventive pizza and light snacks overlooking the lagoon at Veligandu Huraa. Dine al fresco on the deck or in the thatched roof pavilion. Sit back or try a game of pool, steps away from the free-standing bar. This could become your hang out.
Anantara Dhigu - Maldives - Facilities & Services - Recreation
- Facilities & Services
   When not relaxing on the beach, embarking on an Ayurvedic spa retreat or lounging in the resorts beachfront infinity pool, spend your days on the water with sailing excursions, waterskiing on our placid lagoon, seaplane flights, deep-sea fishing or sunset dhoni cruises alongside dolphins. Anantara also features its own onsite comprehensive PADI Dive Centre to guide you through one of the world's premier diving destinations. Appetite adequately stirred, freshen up for an evening of fine dining at one of our many bars and restaurants where the world's flavours are brought to you. A highlight: the best of Thai cuisine, set on a lone isle on the edge of a reef.
  - Available Facilities:
Fitness Facility      Lounge area      Sauna  Jacuzzi      Massage Parlor      Spa Services  Laundry
 - Arrival to Anantara Dhigu
   On arrival to the airport you will be greeted by one of impex agents and guided to where the transfer is taken. Transfer to the resort is arranged as for your international arrival flight. In the first photo it is the arrival jetty of the resort and then the reception of the resort.
 - The Anantara Spa
        Pamper. Enliven. Release. Unwind. Spoil your body, soul and mind with a selection of Anantara Spa's world-renowned signature treatments, alluring bath and steam rituals and holistic therapies. Anantara Spa Dhigu is a true oasis of tranquillity, with over-water treatment suites nestled on one of the world's most remarkable tropical island settings.
Rediscover what it means to relax. Or, let the stunning surroundings invigorate you. Dive into the unexplored world of marine life in the crystal clear waters around you. Pamper yourself in true bliss at the Anantara Spa. Explore even more undiscovered islands. Days spent at Anantara Resort Maldives can be as leisurely or as active as you choose.
 - Facilities and Services
        Resort Facilities and Services include:
In-villa dining experiences, International library and internet access, DVD library and music selection, A boutique on each island with exotic goods and Asian crafts, Excursion and activity desk, Dhoni Kids Club and babysitting service, Boat transfer service, Laundry and pressing service…
Anantara Dhigu - Maldives - Sports, Entertainment & Excursions
 - Sports & Activities
   Take full advantage of our world-renowned PADI 5 dive center, which offers a full range of courses. Snorkel leisurely on the edge of the lagoon or peruse the Maldives' fabled coral gardens on our daily snorkeling trips. If you've seen enough of the reef's spectacular aquatic landscape and wildlife, come up for some air and enjoy our free-of-charge non-motorized water sports.
 - Available Facilities:
Catamaran Sailing      Laundry      Scuba Diving  Excursions      Lounge area      Sea side Games  Fishing trips      Massage Parlor      Snorkeling  Fitness Facility      PADI Dive School      Spa Services  Jacuzzi      Sauna      Tennis court
 - Diving
 While Anantara certainly looks splendid from above the water, in the Maldives, you'll find some of the most beautiful sights are found below the surface. Envelop yourself in a panorama of spectacular marine views on a full-day dive safari guided by the experts from Anantara's own Dive Centre. Or, get your feet wet first with one of our PADI certification courses that will guide you toward taking your first breaths underwater, opening up a whole new world for your discovery.
The Anantara Dive Centre offers two boat dives a day to over 20 nearby reefs teeming with undersea life in the area immediately surrounding our islands. In addition, the Centre runs full and half-day "safari dives" to reefs and sites further afield, reachable by speedboat, as well as night dives - the ultimate scuba experience for avid enthusiasts.
Full and Half-Day Diving Safaris
Once you've explored some of our beautiful and action-packed local dive sites, taking in stunning sea fans, colourful coral, schools of fusiliers, sea turtles, and even the occasional reef shark or spotted eagle rays, it's time to take to the high seas for a full or half-day diving safari! The Dive Centre offers regularly scheduled diving safaris by speedboat to a number of exciting locations in North or South Malé Atoll or Felidhu Atoll. Or, feel free to talk to our guides and instructors about setting up a privately chartered excursion just for you!
 - Water Sports Centre - Surf School
   Water Sports Centre
If you've seen enough of the reef's spectacular aquatic landscape and wildlife, come up for air and enjoy some of Anantara's water sports, including surfing, sea kayaking or windsurfing across our placid lagoon. For those looking for a bit more adventure, we have our own catamaran available for private charter on an hourly basis.
Snorkel on our adjacent reef. Kayak through the softly rolling waves to nearby islands and sand banks. Sail around the atoll on a catamaran. Explore the Maldivian heritage of reef and deep-sea fishing. The Water Sports Centre at Anantara Maldives invites you to discover the glittering seas and surrounding islands that make up our stunning tropical setting. Let us guide you on an exploration – or take to the high seas at your own pace!
Surf School
The Maldives is famous for its perfectly groomed waves that rival some of the best on the planet. But the true beauty of the Maldivian surf is not only its quality but also its variety, which allows surfers of all abilities to find and ride their perfect wave. While at Anantara, take advantage of our Surf school in the heart of the Indian Ocean with a half-day excursion or a one-hour briefer session.
 - Leisure - Resort Activities
   The setting is tranquil, but recreation and fun are always close by. Every day, Anantara features a range of organised and do-it-yourself activities in the gorgeous surrounds of our resort. Days at Anantara can be as laid-back and relaxed or as action-packed as you desire. Choose your own adventure!
Anantara Cooking School
While staying at Anantara in the Maldives, you will be treated to an array of inspired culinary creations. Why not learn the tricks of the trade with a cooking class from our resident master chefs? Learn to recreate traditional Maldivian or Thai and fusion dishes to impress your friends back home.
Beachside Yoga
Gain physical poise and mental peace through ancient exercises drawn from centuries of traditional South Asian wisdom. Yoga for beginners is available from our professional instructors beachside while more seasoned aficionados can take it up a notch with a private session - one of our signature Maldives resort activities.
Boutique
You may be thousands of miles away from it all, but our boutique on Dhigu brings the world to you, with the bare necessities and exotic goods and handicrafts from across Asia and the Indian Subcontinent.
Dhoni Kids Club
Open for children from the ages of 3 to 12, the Dhoni kids club keeps our youngest guests entertained during their holidays with an action-packed programme featuring a variety of beach and outdoor activities, creative crafts and games that are fun, educational and culturally enriching. All are under the supervision of our Kids' Coordinator. Children aged three or under are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Childcare services are available for a fee.
Fitness
Our fitness centre and gym is equipped with everything you need to keep you looking and feeling good. Rejuvenate your body as you work out alone or with your personal trainer.
Library
No need for sunblock in our stylish showpiece library, where you can sink into a plush armchair and enjoy a new novel or catch up on all that is going on back in the ‘real world' on our computers with high-speed Internet.
Morning Meditation
Clear your mind and achieve a sense of heightened well-being with gentle stretching and meditation to start off your day. At our guided meditation sessions on the beach, you'll catch the island as it awakens. Draw inspiration from the gorgeous island surrounds.
Swimming
Slide into the tranquil waters of our stunning freshwater infinity-edge pool situated right on the beach's edge. Gaze out across the expanse of an aquamarine sea as you float, soak or splash your worries away. Protected by outer reefs, the shallow waters of our large lagoon offers an ideal spot for wading, floating or a relaxed swim.
Tennis
Our floodlit tennis courts mean that you can continue with a doubles match even after the sun sets. Our fitness centre staff are at hand to provide lessons for beginners or a little bit of a challenge if you're looking for a partner.
Volleyball & Badminton
Feeling waterlogged? Landlubbers can always take part in a pick-up match of volleyball or badminton on the beach - just let us know and we'll provide the nets and equipment and turn a strip of beach into your court.
 - Leisure - Area Excursions
  Every day, Anantara features a range of organised and do-it-yourself activities. You can take a cooking class, visit a market, interact with local history and even pick up some phrases in a new language, all in one day.
Island Hopping
Discover some of the other distinctive jewels of the Maldives. You might be surprised to see the many different forms paradise can take. Tour the atoll and explore the daily life of fishermen. Shop the way the locals do. Get up close and personal with marine life.
Island Picnic
Spend an afternoon as Robinson Crusoe (with a few more luxuries) and live out your desert island daydreams. A tiny uninhabited island offshore in Anantara's lagoon is your playground for the day. Frolic in pristine waters, explore stunning reefs and enjoy a specially prepared picnic on white sands.
Malé Excursions
There is more to the bustling Maldivian capital than just the airport. Malé offers distinctive architecture, local markets, tranquil mosques and the regal presidential palace. Immerse yourself in the local culture at the National Museum and partake of some of the country's authentic local delicacies.
Sunset Cruise
Cruise the tranquil turquoise lagoon aboard a dhoni and let the champagne in your glass take on the tints of the setting sun. A romantic, unforgettable beginning to a special evening in paradise.
Sunset Handline Fishing
Try your skills at handline fishing and experience the glittering waters from a local's point of view, aboard a traditional sailing dhoni. This natural technique uses no equipment beyond a single fishing line, held by hand and dropped to the floor of the ocean reef. Wait for the reef fish to bite - a catch is almost guaranteed. Better yet, take your catch onland and our chefs at Fuddan grill will prepare it to your liking the very next day.
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Anantara Dhigu - Maldives - Photo Gallery
