Fact and Info on Islands in Malaysia

 

PULAU LANG TENGAH TERENGGANU
Pulau Lang Tengah is an island off the coast of Terengganu, Malaysia. It features crystal clear seawater, pristine brilliant white beaches and untouched tropical jungle. It is located roughly halfway between Pulau Redang and Pulau Perhentian, and is connected to the mainland by ferries to Merang.

The island appeals more to holiday goers who are looking for a quiet tropical island getaway (compared to whats happening in Redang). There are only 4 hotels located on the island including one which has closed down. Lang Tengah has no roads; travel around the island is by boat, kayak or just by snorkeling. The waters surrounding the island are shallow. Large boats are not allowed to dock at the beaches. Tourists must transfer from larger ferries to smaller speedboats to reach the beach. There are many activities offered on Lang Tengah which include snorkeling and diving. The waters surrounding the island is abundant with coral and small fish. Care should be taken to not disturb the marine life as it is very fragile. Diving trips are organised by the various resorts; night diving is also available. Divers can rent scuba equipment from the resorts, which also refill tanks as part of the rental package.

 

 

PULAU PERHENTIAN

Perhentian island meaning stop-over in malay. They are some 21 km off the coast of terengganu and comprises the islands of Perhentian Besar and Perhentian kecil. Covered by virgin jungle, powdery white beahes and surrounded by sapphire-blue waters, the islands have resorts and chalets. Both offer a great service.

The island appeals more to holiday goers who are looking for a quiet tropical island getaway (compared to whats happening in Redang). There are only 4 hotels located on the island including one which has closed down. Lang Tengah has no roads; travel around the island is by boat, kayak or just by snorkeling. The waters surrounding the island are shallow. Large boats are not allowed to dock at the beaches. Tourists must transfer from larger ferries to smaller speedboats to reach the beach. There are many activities offered on Lang Tengah which include snorkeling and diving. The waters surrounding the island is abundant with coral and small fish. Care should be taken to not disturb the marine life as it is very fragile. Diving trips are organised by the various resorts; night diving is also available. Divers can rent scuba equipment from the resorts, which also refill tanks as part of the rental package

Perhentian island meaning stop-over in malay. They are some 21 km off the coast of terengganu and comprises the islands of Perhentian Besar and Perhentian kecil. Covered by virgin jungle, powdery white beahes and surrounded by sapphire-blue waters, the islands have resorts and chalets. Both offer a great service.

 

 

 

PULAU REDANG TEREGGANU

Pulau Redang is in Terengganu and recognised as one of the finest coral and marine ecosystems in Malaysia. Massive coral formation, white sand and good visibility make Redang a great family holiday and diving site. There are several quality resorts on the island catering fro honeymooners or family. Redang is closed during the monsoon season between October - February

 

 

 

PULAU TIOMAN PAHANG

Tioman is a popular island paradise for adventurers and deep sea fishing. It is a big island with sparse population. Secluded beaches in the north and east are popular with backpackers. The movie title "South Pacific" is filmed on this island.

 

 

 

PULAU LANGKAWI KEDAH

Langkawi island is an island nort of Penang noted for its Malay legends. It has dense jungle in the interior and fringed by white sandy beaches on the rim. There are many first class resorts, theme parks and golf courses along the coast.

 

 

 

PULAU PANGKOR PERAK

Pangkor is an idyllic island, with forest and hill sloping gently down to white sandy beaches and blue waters. The island is inhabited only by local fisherman and is the location of several excellent hotels, including the luxurious Pangkor Island Beach Resort. Pangkor Laut is privately owned but uninhabited island located two miles west of Pangkor. On this secluded and private island is the Pangkor Laut Resort. Apart from the resort development, the entire island is still covered with lush green rainforest.

 

 

PULAU SIPADAN SABAH

Sipadan, lying off the north -east coast of sabah is one of the 10 best dive locations in the world. It is an incredible oceanic island formed by living corals, growing on top of an extinct undersea volcano. A unique feature of this island is the precipitous reef which plunge 680m into the seabead attracting rich and diverse marine life such as turtles, jacks, barracuda, and colorful coral creatures.Sipadan is an unrivalled diving destinations of international class. The diving experience here is truly special and up to 5 dives can be achieved in a single day. Beside the beach and reef, the island has a luxuriant rainforest which is home to monitor lizards, fruit bats and coconut crabs.