Resortlife Maldives
  • Maldives DMC since 2006
  • Direct contract with Alila Kothaifaru
  • Air + sea transfer coordinated
  • Cuisine
    BBQ, Private Picnic Dining
  • Style
    Fine Dining
  • Setting
    Private Sandbank (5-min boat ride)
  • Reservation
    Required
  • Atoll
    Raa Atoll

About The Shack (Private Sandbank)

Alila's own private sand cay (giri). Two daily trips: (1) 4-hour day trip with picnic-style lunch, (2) 4-hour evening trip with private chef sunset BBQ. Advance reservation required.

Part of the dining roster at Alila Kothaifaru, Raa Atoll, this bbq, private picnic dining restaurant runs a fine dining format · private sandbank (5-min boat ride) setting.

The venue

Dining at a glance

  • BBQ, Private Picnic Dining
  • Fine Dining
  • Private Sandbank (5-min boat ride)
From the kitchen

Signature dishes

  • Private Chef BBQ
  • Sandbank Picnic Lunch

Ask Resortlife for the current menu when planning your stay.

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The resort

The Alila Kothaifaru experience

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives is a five-star resort on its own island in Raa Atoll, about 45 minutes by seaplane from Velana International Airport. It is operated under the Hyatt-owned Alila brand and sits on a 27.6-acre (11.2-hectare) natural island with a surrounding house reef. The resort has 80 villas, all with…

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How to reach

Getting there

45 seaplane from MLE

Located in Raa Atoll, Alila Kothaifaru is reached by seaplane (45) from Velana International Airport, Malé. Transfer arrangements are coordinated with guests' international flight details.

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Frequently asked

Questions about The Shack (Private Sandbank)

  • What cuisine does The Shack (Private Sandbank) serve?
    The Shack (Private Sandbank) at Alila Kothaifaru serves BBQ, Private Picnic Dining in a fine dining format, set private sandbank (5-min boat ride). Resortlife can share the current menu on request.
  • Do I need to reserve a table at The Shack (Private Sandbank)?
    Yes — pre-booking is required at The Shack (Private Sandbank), subject to availability. Resortlife can pass your preferred times to the resort when you book your stay through us.
  • What are the must-try dishes at The Shack (Private Sandbank)?
    Signature dishes include Private Chef BBQ, Sandbank Picnic Lunch. Ask for the current menu when booking.
  • Is The Shack (Private Sandbank) included in the meal plan?
    What is included depends on the meal plan you book at Alila Kothaifaru (Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board). Your quotation sets out which venues and meals it covers.
  • Where is The Shack (Private Sandbank) located?
    The Shack (Private Sandbank) is at Alila Kothaifaru on Kothaifaru, Raa Atoll. Ask the resort about the route from your villa.
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Reserve at The Shack (Private Sandbank)

Pre-booking is required. Please contact the resort to arrange your preferred dining experience, subject to availability.

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