Makunudu Island Resort — All‑Inclusive Meal Plan Guide 🍹🏝️
Overview ✨
- Concept: A simple, good‑value All‑Inclusive (AI) plan centered on three daily meals at the main restaurant plus a curated list of beverages by the glass at designated outlets.
- Vibe: Small, barefoot‑rustic island with an excellent house reef. Expect relaxed service and classic inclusions over premium labels or multiple specialty venues.
- Accuracy note: Inclusions, hours, and brand lists can change by season/contract. On arrival, request the latest AI Fact Sheet and Beverage List from reception or the bar.
What’s Included ✅
- Meals 🍽️
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the Main Restaurant (often called Araa).
- Service style varies by occupancy: buffet on busier nights; set or à la carte/menu-of-the-day on quieter nights.
- Rotating international selections with Maldivian touches.
- Dietary support on request (vegetarian/vegan/gluten‑free/halal; basic allergen guidance).
- Beverages (by the glass during AI hours) 🥂
- Alcoholic: House spirits (e.g., vodka, gin, rum, whisky, brandy), house beer, and house wine (red/white) from the AI list.
- Cocktails: A selection of simple house and classic cocktails plus mocktails (as per the AI cocktail menu).
- Non‑alcoholic: Soft drinks and packaged juices listed on the AI menu; still water by the glass at the bar/restaurant.
- Hot drinks: Regular tea and brewed/filter coffee during bar/restaurant hours.
- Important: Only items printed on the current AI Beverage List are included.
- Venues & Timing 🍸
- Main Restaurant for AI meals during set meal times.
- Main Beach/Bar for AI beverages during posted hours (typically late morning to late evening; exact hours confirmed on site).
- In‑Villa Basics 🛏️
- Daily bottled water replenishment (quantity per policy).
- In‑room kettle with tea/coffee sachets.
- Resort Facilities & Basics 🌴
- Use of sun loungers, beach towels, and common areas.
- Wi‑Fi in public areas and/or rooms (coverage/speeds vary).
- Occasional evening entertainment on select nights.
- Nice‑to‑Have (Occasionally Offered) 🌅
- Afternoon tea/light snacks at the bar during a posted window (varies by season/contract—check weekly program).
What’s Not Included ❌
- Dining & Service
- Private dining (beach/sandbank/in‑villa), floating breakfasts, chef’s tables, and special event/holiday menus.
- Specialty/à la carte dinners beyond what’s served in the main restaurant under AI.
- Room service/in‑villa dining and any tray/delivery fees (if/when offered).
- Beverages
- Premium/aged/top‑shelf spirits, champagne/sparkling by the bottle, and cellar/fine wines.
- Freshly pressed juices and smoothies unless printed on the AI list.
- Specialty coffees (espresso/cappuccino/latte) unless specifically listed.
- Bottled service, carafes/pitchers, or take‑away drinks to villas beyond standard policy.
- Any item not printed on the current AI Beverage List.
- Activities & Wellness
- Dive center services: courses, guided dives, equipment rental, boat fees.
- Snorkeling gear rental (mask/snorkel/fins) and guided snorkel trips (usually chargeable).
- Watersports: kayak/SUP rentals, sailing, motorized sports, lessons, and charters.
- Excursions: dolphin cruises, sandbank trips, island hopping, sunset/night fishing.
- Spa treatments and private/specialty yoga or wellness sessions.
- Professional photography and bespoke/private experiences.
- Transfers & Other Services
- Speedboat transfers to/from Malé (typically packaged by tour operators, not part of AI).
- Laundry, boutique purchases, and medical/clinic services.
- Government taxes/service charges on paid items.
How the Plan Works (Fine Print) 📝
- Identification: Expect a wristband or room‑card marker for AI verification.
- By the glass only: Included drinks must be ordered and consumed by the glass at designated venues during operating hours; sharing/take‑away is not permitted.
- Lists rule: Only items on the printed AI Beverage List are included; off‑list items are chargeable.
- Hours: Bar AI commonly runs from late morning to late evening (often around 10:00–23:00/00:00). Buffet/set‑menu meal times are fixed—confirm the schedule upon arrival.
- Start/End: Benefits typically begin at check‑in and end at checkout; early arrivals/late departures may have limited coverage—verify locally.
- Alcohol policy: Service is for guests 18+ only; the resort may refuse service to intoxicated guests.
Families & Style Notes 👨👩👧👦🌿
- Family‑friendly but low‑key: No kids’ club. Children on AI access the same buffet meals; alcohol excluded. Mocktails/softs per the Beverage List.
- Compact, quiet island with jetties and reef entries—supervise young swimmers at all times. Baby cots and life vests typically available on request.
- Rustic charm: Expect sand floors, no‑frills tech, and a focus on nature/snorkeling.
Smart Value Tips 💡
- Photograph the Beverage List at check‑in to target included wines/cocktails and avoid off‑list charges.
- If you snorkel daily, compare weekly gear rental vs. bringing your own well‑fitting mask/snorkel (house reef is close and rewarding).
- Consider one paid splurge (e.g., a sunset fishing trip or beach dinner) and let AI cover day‑to‑day meals/drinks.
- Go early to dinner on busy nights for breezy, ocean‑view tables.
- Espresso lover or fine‑wine fan? Keep AI for everyday value and budget a couple of premium add‑ons.
Quick Compare: HB / FB / AI ⚖️
- Half Board (HB): Breakfast + dinner at main restaurant; beverages largely chargeable beyond water/tea/coffee at meals.
- Full Board (FB): Breakfast + lunch + dinner; beverages largely chargeable.
- All‑Inclusive (AI): FB meals + a curated beverage list by the glass at designated outlets during posted hours, plus basic in‑villa water/tea/coffee and standard resort facilities.
