Bliss Dhigurah COVID-19 Policy

COVID Update

For a quick overview of frequently asked COVID questions, visit our FAQ!

UPDATED: July 2021
We are open!
Since November ’20

As we face these times of uncertainty, our priority at Bliss Dhigurah continues to be the wellbeing and safety of our guests, staff and the local community.

Additional safety measures are taken to ensure the safety of the local community of the island: The guest bikini beach (~2 kilometers) is accessible all week! No face masks are required on the beach.

Excursions and diving continue as usual, with additional safety measures of course.

You’ll be able to visit all the restaurants at open guest houses as well as souvenir shops, even though ‘window shopping’ is possible, the grocery stores in the village can’t be entered for your safety, as well as the community’s. It is allowed to walk through the village while wearing a face mask and maintaining social distance.

LATEST NEWS:

Dhigurah will remain open for international guests! In the end of July, additional rules were implemented for guest houses on local island in order to continue business. We comply! Dhigurah’s population is vaccinated as required: 60% of the total island population, 90% of all 65+ and over 95% of tourism workers have received their vaccines
Local islands are allowed to welcome back travelers from South Asia (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka) from the 30th of July onwards!

Since travel is slightly different than normal due to the pandemic, we would like to provide some more detailed information regarding your arrival. We feel that it is important to cover all relevant topics.

ALL nationalities are welcome to travel to the Maldives

Visa requirements

You will be granted a 30 day visa on arrival, if you have:

A negative PCR test result <96 hours prior to departure to the Maldives
An electronic Travel Health Declaration has to be submitted within 24 hours prior to departure to the Maldives > This takes ~30 minutes
A confirmed booking at a registered tourist facility before arrival > Which Bliss Dhigurah is

Airport procedure

There is a temperature check on arrival. You might be chosen for a random, free and voluntary PCR test by the Maldivian Health Authorities. You are required to wear a face mask at the airport and during domestic travel. Social distancing is mandatory.

Onward transportation

It would be great if you could share your flight (arrival) details with us. This way we can book your onward transportation to Bliss.

An airport representative from Bliss will be at the airport to assist with onward domestic transfer. Your transfer options might slightly differ from normal. The public speedboat and domestic flight might have different timings. As soon as we receive your arrival details, we will find the best option for- and with you.

Preventive measures at Bliss

For your safety, as well as our island community’s some additional regulations are set on Dhigurah. At Bliss, we have elevated our cleaning procedures and measurements are taken to ensure social distance.

The process after testing positive

In the unlikely event that you, or a ‘close contact’ will test positive during your stay in the Maldives:
There are designated quarantine rooms on Dhigurah for max $75 a night in which you are required to be quarantined for 14 days, after which a PCR test will be taken. When tested negative, airlines will allow you to fly.

Even though this unlikely to happen as everyone is tested before arrival, it might be something you would like to be insured for. The Maldives’ national insurance company, Allied, provides this insurance from $25 per person per stay onward, which we advise you to take.

PCR test on departure

The resident doctor on Dhigurah has undergone HPA certified training on COVID management, procedures and sampling. Thus far, tests have been taken on the island and sent for analysis to Male’. Results are known and usually received within 24 hours. A PDF document will be provided. The price for the PCR test will be $80 per person.

SUMMARY:

The main 2 items to keep in mind prior to travel:

PCR test <96 hours
Your Travel Health Declaration within 24 hours of departure to the Maldives

At Bliss we keep a flexible cancellation policy and do not require any pre payment. The only thing we would like to know 1-2 weeks prior to your arrival are your arrival details so that we can plan your domestic transportation and ensure the best connection!

Cancellation policy

We want to reassure you about any travel plans you may have with us. We are committed to full flexibility with booking terms and conditions and have further adjusted our policies accordingly. This means, for new direct bookings made till September 2021, we offer:

Free cancellation or the opportunity to rebook for a later date.
Book now – Pay on arrival. No need for any pre-payment of your trip.
If you did choose to pre-pay your direct booking but find yourself unable to travel based on Government travel advice, we will provide a full refund.

If you need to adjust a reservation made through another travel site (such as Booking or Expedia), please contact them directly for assistance and cancellation policies.

At Bliss Dhigurah, we remain vigilant in enforcing procedures and protocols issued by the the Maldivian Health Protection Agency (HPA) and the World Health Organization and – as always – will continue our commitment to providing meaningful, memorable experiences for all who stay with us.

Payments

Online bank transfers are encouraged, though bear additional fees and might take a few days to be cleared by the bank. Therefore, it might not always be possible for the guest to pay this way
Card payments accepted at the guest house as well as in the restaurant. All extras will be added to the room bill and paid in one go at the end of the guests stay to avoid unnecessary contact
Cash payments are discouraged and only accepted if a bank transfer or card payment is not possible

Beach and palm trees of Dhigurah, Maldives

If you have any questions leading up to your arrival, please do let us know. We will keep you up to date on further developments, and look forward to seeing you soon at Bliss!

Stay safe and in good spirits,

Anne

COVID-19 POLICY