Skip the $2,000-a-night resort. Stay on Dhigurah local island — same turquoise lagoon, whale sharks at your doorstep, a tenth of the price.
Speedboat 2.5h, beachside guesthouse check-in.
Half-day boat trip to South Ari atoll.
Private boat to a deserted sandbank, BBQ lunch.
Drift dive at a manta cleaning station.
Day pass at a 5-star resort (the smart hack).
Speedboat back to MLE.
Accommodation, airport transfers, daily breakfast, all listed activities, English-speaking local guide and 24/7 support. International flights not included — we'll quote them separately if you'd like.