All-Inclusive Island Concept
Welcome cocktail, daily meals, selected drinks, minibar replenishment, snorkeling equipment, guided reef snorkeling and selected non-motorised watersports are included under the official all-inclusive description.
Diamonds Athuruga
Barefoot Luxury in the Heart of South Ari Atoll
Resort Overview
Diamonds Athuruga is an intimate luxury island resort in South Ari Atoll, surrounded by powder-white sand, turquoise lagoon waters and vibrant coral reefs. Reached by scenic seaplane from Velana International Airport, the resort combines beachfront villas, junior suites, overwater villas and two-bedroom overwater pool villas with a relaxed all-inclusive concept. It is especially suited to couples, honeymooners, divers and guests who want an elegant but unpretentious Maldives escape, with Serena Spa, iDive Diving Centre, watersports, guided snorkeling, marine-biology experiences and a strong Italian-influenced dining programme.
Distance from Velana International Airport
Approximately 83 km
Transfer
Seaplane Transfer
Transfer Duration
Approximately 25 Minutes
Resort Rating
★★★★★ All-Inclusive Island Resort
Resort Amenities
Experience an intimate all-inclusive island with a strong reef, polished service, relaxed barefoot style and a rich programme of dining, wellness and marine discovery.
Excellent Reef & Marine Life
Guided snorkeling, bio-snorkeling, snorkeling lessons, sunset snorkeling and reef tours are available, supported by a resident marine biologist.
iDive Diving Centre
PADI Gold Palm Resort dive operation with multilingual instructors, Nitrox, Scubapro sets and daily Dhoni dive trips.
Serena Spa
Holistic spa using Asian wisdom, Ayurveda, European aromatherapy and Southeast Asian wellness influences.
Water Sports Centre
Windsurfing, canoeing, snorkeling boat trips, boat rental and deep-sea fishing.
Resident Marine Biologist
Biology evenings, weekly workshops, guided snorkeling and environmental awareness events.
Romantic Dining Experiences
Seafood dinners on the beach, private Maldivian dining, overwater dining and candlelit honeymoon extras.
Beach Bar & Overwater Bar
Boli Beach Bar for all-day drinks and snacks, plus Thari Over Water Bar for evening drinks over the lagoon.
Guest Services
Reception, boutique/pharmacy, in-house doctor, library, laundry/pressing, live music, children’s cradles and high chairs on request.
Sustainability Touchpoints
Coral conservation, marine-biology education and reef-awareness activities.
Explore Resort Facilities
Discover the experiences, facilities and services that make your stay memorable. Each category highlights what you can expect during your time with us.
Included Experiences
- iDive PADI Gold Palm Resort
- Daily Dhoni boat dives
- Courses for beginners and experienced divers
- Nitrox available
- Reef excursions
- Guided snorkeling
- Snorkeling boat
- Bio-snorkeling
- Sunset snorkeling
- Marine-life education
Included Experiences
- Windsurfing
- Canoeing
- Snorkeling equipment and life jackets
- Guided reef tours
- Boat rental
- Deep-sea fishing ·
- Snorkeling lessons on request
- Lagoon exploration.
Included Experiences
- Serena Spa treatments
- Ayurveda-inspired rituals
- European aromatherapy
- oils
- spices and floral therapies ·
- Southeast Asian remedies
- Massages
- Spa booking by appointment
- Treatments focused on balance
Included Experiences
- Beach volleyball
- Table games
- Darts
- Billiards
- Table football
- Table tennis
- Nintendo Wii
- Pilates
- Yoga
- Water gymnastics
- Stretching
- Muscle toning
- Library
- Excursion to a fishermen’s island
Included Experiences
- Resident marine biologist
- Biology evenings
- Weekly marine workshops
- Coral reef education
- Manta and coral topics
- Environmental action events
- Weekly guided snorkeling excursions
- Turtle
- manta
- whale shark and reef-fish education
Included Experiences
- Reception
- Wi-Fi at reception
- Clinic with in-house doctor and 24-hour medical care
- Spherique boutique and pharmacy
- Tailoring services
- TV with satellite channels and films at reception
- Library
- Serena Spa
- Water Sports Centre
- Diving Centre
- Live music
- International day and night programmes
Included Experiences
- Symbolic beach weddings
- Floral room decorations
- Sunset boat trip
- Couples’ massage
- Lobster dinner
- Wedding photography/video
- Bridal hair and make-up
- Honeymoon room flowers
- Fruit basket
- Romantic beach dinners
- Sunset boat excursions
- Couple spa experiences
Dining & Restaurants
Maakeyn Buffet Restaurant
International Buffet
The resort’s main buffet restaurant, located next to the beach and overlooking the turquoise ocean.
Thari Over Water Restaurant
Fusion
An elegant overwater à la carte restaurant offering fusion cuisine where modern European, local and Asian ingredients are combined.
Farivalhu Maldivian Dining Experience
Traditional Maldivian
A private Maldivian dining experience under the palms, designed for guests who want a more cultural and intimate dinner.
Thila Japanese Restaurant
Japanese Teppanyaki
A lively Japanese teppanyaki restaurant offering live cooking theatre in the middle of the Indian Ocean.
Kakuni Seafood Dining Experience
Seafood
A romantic seafood dining experience focused on fish and lobster specialties under the moonlight.
Thari Over Water Bar
Overwater Bar
An open-air overwater bar serving international cocktails, selected spirits, beer, wine, fruit juices and soft drinks, with champagne and premium spirits available at extra charge.
Location
South Ari Atoll, Maldives
South Ari Atoll is one of the Maldives’ most celebrated marine regions, known for excellent diving, whale shark and manta encounters, reef snorkeling and relaxed private-island resorts.
- Atoll South Ari Atoll
- Island Athuruga
- Coordinates Approx. 3.887260° N, 72.816154° E
- Distance from Malé Approx. 83 km / 25 minutes by seaplane
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