This festive season, Dhawa Ihuru invites travellers to celebrate the joy of island life with Festive Splash – a vibrant programme of ocean adventures, culinary delights, and family-friendly experiences from 22 December 2025 to 10 January 2026.

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Recognised by Travel + Leisure Asia Awards 2025 for the Maldives’ Best House Reef, Dhawa Ihuru transforms into a lively playground where every moment invites fun, connection, and discovery this wonderful time of the year.

Dive Into Days of Discovery and Fun Island Excursions

From sunrise to sunset, the turquoise lagoon becomes the heart of the celebration. Guests can embark on Big Game Fishing, Night Fishing, and Festive Sunset Cruises that paint the horizon in gold.

Thrill-seekers can dive into Adrenaline Tube Rides, glide on the Sailing Adventure Ride, soar high with Parasailing Photo Flights, or join the exhilarating Cross the Channel Swimming challenge.

Marine lovers can explore the island’s thriving coral reef on See Fish Snorkel or discover the magic of the Christmas Dive – a festive exciting underwater experience unique to Dhawa Ihuru.

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Savour the Season with Island-Inspired Festive Flavours

Throughout the festive period, Dhawa Ihuru presents dining experiences inspired by the richness of island life. Christmas Eve Dinner at Riveli sets an elegant beginning to the season, while the lively Local Market showcasing Maldivian flavours, and traditions creates a captivating sense of island life.

Each day unveils something to enjoy – from Christmas Lunch and Mediterranean Night to the much-loved Indian Ocean Buffet, thoughtfully curated to delight a variety of tastes. Festive experiences like the Maldivian Curry Cooking class, Kids’ Cooking Class, and Cheese & Wine Tasting add enjoyable moments to look forward to throughout the season.

Joyful Moments for Little Explorers

The Kids’ Club becomes a hub of festive energy, with creative and engaging activities designed for young adventurers. The season brings Kids’ Christmas parties, Santa’s Little Crafters, Gingerbread house decorating, exciting Treasure Hunts, and colourful arts experiences.

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As the sun sets, evenings come alive with Bodu Beru rhythms, sunset cocktails, and a lively New Year’s Eve countdown with live music, bringing families together under the island’s starlit sky.

Celebrate with Purpose

Guests can also join meaningful initiatives led by Our Marine Lab, including Save the Reef activity, local reef clean-ups, and Christmas Coral Micro-Fragmentation Planting, contributing to the island’s ongoing marine conservation commitments.