We have just returned from a wonderful family holiday at Kuredu and overall had a fantastic stay. Especially the no shoes needed for the entire holiday! The standout highlight was the snorkelling, which was some of the best we have experienced. We saw a turtles, reef sharks, rays and an incredible variety of colourful fish almost every day. The turtles were incredible for me the best part of the holiday….The marine life around the island is truly spectacular and made the trip for us. The sea was generally calm enough that even our youngest child could enjoy snorkelling close to shore. We stayed in two Premium Beach Villas, which were clean, comfortable, nicely decorated and had beautiful ocean views. The outdoor bathrooms were a lovely touch, although they did attract the occasional mosquito. The seaplane transfer is definitely part of the Maldives experience. At around 50 minutes it felt a little hot and noisy by the end, but the views are absolutely stunning. Travelling with children aged 4, 6 and 11, we were pleased with the kids’ club. Our younger two loved the daily activities and the staff were incredibly kind and caring. I’d say it’s best suited to children up to around age 10, as our eldest felt a little old for some of the activities. A special mention also goes to the breakfast team for the animal-shaped pancakes they made for my daughter each morning – they were the highlight of her day! The pool was great for the children, although quite deep in places, and my 11-year-old loved the golf facilities and driving range. I also had a treatment at the O Spa, which was genuinely one of the best massages I’ve had in years. The setting over the ocean was magical, the therapist was excellent, and the glass floor beneath the treatment bed was a lovely touch. We also enjoyed a meal at the 5.8 Undersea Restaurant without the children, which was a wonderful experience in itself (see my separate review). A few tips for future guests: bring your own snorkel gear if you have it, along with beach shoes for children as there are some areas with broken coral and shells. Mosquito and sandfly repellent is a must, as is Factor 50 sun cream. Rash vests or UV swim tops are also worth bringing for children who plan to spend lots of time snorkelling. The island itself is beautiful, particularly the sand spit, and the snorkelling alone is a reason to visit. We left with some wonderful family memories and would happily recommend Kuredu to anyone looking for a relaxed Maldives holiday with exceptional marine life.
