There's an abundance of entertainment options here to suit every taste: a football field, a golf course, tennis courts, a panoramic gym, a spa center, and even its own medical center with doctors and a hyperbaric chamber, just in case.
Buggy services are available to get around the island; they run frequently and take you anywhere on their routes without issue. I particularly want to highlight the convenient app from the Google Play Market. It contains all the necessary information: an island map, a buggy tracking system, and the menus and opening hours for all eight restaurants here – yes, eight! All your expenses during your stay are also recorded in the app. You don't need to carry cash; whether you've booked an excursion, bought a drink, or something from the shop, just sign the bill, and everything appears in the app a couple of hours later. The service deserves special mention; it's top-notch. All your wishes and requests are quickly handled by your dedicated curator, who is assigned to you upon arrival. All communication happens via WhatsApp, with or without a translator; the curators readily use translators to communicate with you.
Upon arrival, you'll also receive discounts for local shops, massages, and excursions – a small but pleasant perk, ranging from 5% to 20%. The shop offers everything from beach gear and clothing to souvenirs. I particularly want to highlight the huge selection of excursions, which can satisfy any need. The app provides descriptions and prices, and everything can be explained in detail during an in-person meeting.
I took three excursions: a sunset cruise on a double-decker boat, a 3-island snorkeling safari, and a clear kayak tour. All three were worth it, especially the first two, which were truly impressive. I definitely recommend them. Prices average up to $100 per person.
The island itself is very large by Maldivian standards and lush with greenery. There are several beaches, and they are all different; it's worth seeing them all. The sandbank is particularly impressive.
On the website, under the "About" section, there's a live camera feed. Kuredu has its own house reef with turtles, sharks, and many fish. I preferred swimming from the pier rather than the shore, as there are steps that allow you to go straight into deeper water while looking underwater.
Kuredu offers a wide range of rooms for any budget, and they are cleaned frequently. The rooms have everything you need: bathrobes, a hairdryer, umbrellas, raincoats, a safe, insect repellent, toiletries, a kettle, coffee, tea, and milk. No deposits are required upon check-in, for those interested in this information. When choosing a vacation, I often saw resorts and hotels requesting deposits of $1000 or more, which, in my opinion, isn't ideal.
The food in the restaurants (I had full board) is varied, with a different themed buffet for dinner every day. Fish is almost always available, along with plenty of vegetables, greens, sauces, and toppings. There isn't a huge variety of fruits – a characteristic of the local climate and islands; almost all are brought from nearby Sri Lanka. The desserts are amazing.
For full board, only water, coffee, and tea are included at the restaurant; everything else costs extra, usually starting from $10, which I didn't opt for.
No one bit me in the sea, nor did mosquitoes. Some tourists complained about bites, but there are sprays in the rooms. I can't say what determines whether mosquitoes choose to bite or not.
The island is very environmentally conscious, and this is evident in everything. Overall, there's a certain charm here. I would definitely return, a resounding YES!
I had a general feeling of safety; no one tried to scam you, cheat you, or push anything on you. Everyone was very polite and somehow cozy. Maldivians practice Islam, are very reserved and polite, and almost all speak English, even in Malé, which, by the way, is very clean (unfortunately, not always the case in Asia).
I couldn't find any downsides myself, but then again, I wasn't looking. I knew where and why I was going, having studied the island's website in advance. And yes, I recommend doing so; it contains all the information and more, including instructions on how to use the in-room safe, the Nespresso machine, etc.
My rating is 5; I think Kuredu deserves even more.
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