Maria Dieterle, Martine Lunder and Marije Mellegees are three exchange students from Germany, Holland and Norway. They are working with a UNHCR programme in Kuala Lumpur and expect to be in the country for six months.
Pulau Redang, located 45km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu, is the largest of a group of nine protected islands dotting the South China Sea off the Terengganu coast. The island offers crystal clear waters and numerous dive sites for enthusiasts. Sheltered within the Pulau Redang Marine Park, the waters here are rich in marine life. At midday when sun rays penetrate the sea, brilliant hues of coral, anemones and fish can be seen.
Pulau Redang, located 45km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu, is the largest of a group of nine protected islands dotting the South China Sea off the Terengganu coast. The island offers crystal clear waters and numerous dive sites for enthusiasts. Sheltered within the Pulau Redang Marine Park, the waters here are rich in marine life. At midday when sun rays penetrate the sea, brilliant hues of coral, anemones and fish can be seen.
The waters around Pulau Redang also contain two historic shipwrecks: The H.M.S. Prince of Wales and H.M.S. Repulse, which sank here at the start of World War II, setting the stage for the Japanese occupation of Malaya. This paradise island is perfect for snorkelling, swimming, scuba-diving, jungle trekking, boating and canoeing. No fishing is allowed within a 3.2km radius of the island as Pulau Redang is gazetted as a marine park. The collection of corals and other aquatic life is also strictly prohibited. Berjaya Resort offers a golf course in an idyllic setting.
Key
Tips
Pulau Redang is larger and has more activity on it, the two Pulau Perhentian islands are smaller and quieter.
How
to get there
By Boat Begin your island-hopping adventure by catching a boat at any of the jetties in Kuala Terengganu and Merang. Travelling time to Redang is one hour from Kuala Terengganu and 50 minutes from Merang.
Who
to contact
For more information, please contact Terengganu Tourism Office Tel: +609-622 1433 / 1893
Accommodation
Overview
This marine park offers an astounding range of accommodation, from budget guesthouses to a 5-star resort. If you are here for diving, it is best to book them as part of an organised dive tour so that meals, diving and accommodation are all-inclusive.
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USER COMMENTS
ateh wrote
at 2:18:39 PM on 1 Jul 2010
very nice..........
christine wrote
at 9:35:32 PM on 23 Mar 2010
i love pulau redang soooooooo much cos its very beautiful !!
rohan wrote
at 6:24:12 PM on 9 Mar 2010
awesome place i love redang a lot...white soft sand...lovely snorkelling trips and very warm locals and the cleanest water
zarose wrote
at 1:07:51 PM on 27 Jan 2010
omg nice!!
lyn wrote
at 3:48:17 PM on 22 Dec 2009
beautiful place with a crystal clear water...all d sunburn n tanned skin is really worth it!!!
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