Pulau Redang
Pulau Redang, located 45 km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu
is the largest of a group of islands dotting the South China Sea
off the Terengganu coast. The island offers crystal clear waters
and numerous dive sites for the enthusiast. Sheltered within the
Pulau Redang Marine Park, the waters here abound with marine life.
At mid-day, when the rays of the sun penetrate the sea, brilliant
hues of coral, anemones and clams may be seen.
The
waters around Pulau Redang also contain two historic shipwrecks.
The H.M.S Prince of Wales and H.M.S. Repulse were sunk here at the
start of World War II, setting the stage for the Japanese occupation
of Malaya.
This paradise island is perfect fo snorkelling, swimming, scuba
diving jungle trekking, boating and canoeing. No fishing is allowed
within a 3.2 km radius of the island as Pulau Redang is gazetted
as a marine park. The collection of corals and other aquatic life
is also prohibited.
The adjacent islands of Pulau Ekor Tebu, Pulau Ling, Pulau Pinang,
Pulau Bidong, Pulau Lang Tengah and Pulau Lima are excellent
underwater haven for snorkellers as well.
Visitors to Pulau Redang have a choice of accommodation ranging
from budget to international standard hotels. Guests staying at
Berjaya's two hotel properties on the island can also enjoy playing
at the 18-hole golf course.
How To Get There
Begin your island-hopping adventure by catching a boat at any of
the jetties in Kuala Terengganu and Merang. Travelling time to Redang
from Kuala Terengganu takes 1 1/2 hours and 50 minutes from Merang.
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