Reopened in January 2010 after an extensive refurbishment, Diamonds Athuruga is awash with stunning beaches and verdant palms. The surrounding waters teem with brightly coloured fish and other sea life, perfect for snorkelling.

Location In the South Ari Atoll, approx. 25 minutes by Maldivian Air Taxi seaplane from Malé airport and close to sister-resort Diamonds Thudufushi.

Facilities An exceptionally charming All Inclusive choice, the island has an attractive and informal open-air restaurant and bar on the main island, boutique, Serena Spa and regular evening entertainment. There's a Watersports Centre offering windsurfing, canoeing, laser boats and hobie cat sailing (skippered charters), a PADI dive school, snorkelling trips, waterskiing, deep sea fishing, reef casting and bottom fishing can be arranged (at extra cost). Superb snorkelling is available from just off the island itself. The brand new Water villas are accessed by a jetty from the main island and enjoy access to the à la carte overwater restaurant and bar.

Accommodation The 46 beach bungalows are positioned just yards from the water's edge and boast airconditioning, ceiling fan, sitting area, telephone, iPod docking station, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, open-air bathrooms with a shower and a terrace. The 25 beautiful Water villas have facilities as above plus an iMac computer (from Jan 2011) and are built on stilts over the water, with exclusive dining available in the new à la carte overwater restaurant.

Transfer time Approximately 25 minutes by seaplane from the airport.