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TIOMAN ISLAND
(Pulau Tioman)
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Pulau
Tioman is the largest and most impressive of the east coast
islands. It provides exciting adventures admist the splendour
of nature, with a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna.
It is a magnificent island in the sun with a treasure trove
of marine life, and is a tropical playground for water lovers.
Furthermore, the waters outside the Marine Park are a paradise
for anglers.
Tioman
presents a delightful respite from the hustle and bustle
of contemporary living, yet provides all the comforts of
home.
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Immortalized as the mythical island of Bali Hai in the 1950's Hollywood
musical, "South Pacific", Pulau Tioman is simply superb.
An enduring and tranquil island, Tioman Island boasts miles of white
sandy beaches and palm trees, mountainous jungle, charming villages
and friendly people. Its crystal clear waters promise spectacular
marine life and colourful coral gardens.
The striking profile of
the twin peaks of Gunung Semukut provide a remarkable landmark on
this beautiful island which is reputed to be one of the most beautiful
and idyllic islands in the world.
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Tioman
Island is a fantastic water sports haven. Here you can indulge in
scuba diving, snorkeling, boating, catamaran-sailing, canoeing,
water-skiing and wind surfing, as well as fishing. It is truly a
wonderful playground for lovers of these sports. Another attraction
is, of course, a ride in a glass-bottomed boat around the island.
This is a unique fascination which allows you the pleasure and opportunity
of approaching Tioman Island's rich underwater life without getting
wet.
The waters around Tioman Island are fortunate to have been endowed
with a vast marine treasure trove of prolific coral gardens, abundant
seashells and limpets, thorny sea urchins, colourful seaweeds and
anemones, starfish and a myriad of aquatic fish. The waters around
the island are declared a Marine Park by the Government and people
are reminded not to remove or destroy any of the fragile marine
life.
Jungle
trekking is also a popular pastime, the most popular walk being
the cross-island trek from Tekek to Juara. You can also walk along
much of the west coast.
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How To Get There |
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Pulau
Tioman, the largest island in South China Sea is accessible
in a variety of ways:
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By
Road : By road, head for the coastal town of Mersing in the state of Johor or Tanjong Gemuk (near Rompin) in Pahang where regular sea buses ply between the mainland and the island.
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Boat :The boat ride takes about two hours from
either Tanjung Gemuk or Mersing. In Mersing, there are boat
ticket and chalet operators' offices in theR & R Plaza.
The boat from Mersing stops at Genting, Tekek, Air Batang
and Salang so you must decide in advance where you want to
be dropped off. Catamaran services from Singapore's Finger
Pier. Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal ply daily (except Wednesday)
to Tioman, taking about four-and-a-half hours.
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Air : The most hassle-free way to travel to Tioman
Island is by air. Berjaya Air operates regular daily flights
from Subang Terminal 3, Kuala Lumpur, and Seletar Airstrip
from Singapore. Flights from Kuala Lumpur and Singapore take
only one hour before landing on the island's airstrip.
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List for attraction places around Tioman Island.
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Air Batang Beach :
When you scuba dive and snorkel at Air Batang Beach on Pulau Tioman, be sure to bring along a camera. The neon hues of parrot fish, butterfly fish, Napoleon fish and silver snappers swimming amid a colourful sea garden are well worth capturing on film.
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Juara Beach :
For those in search of tranquility and sunshine, Juara Beach is the perfect hideaway. Blissfully deserted, it is located on the east coast of the island and accessible only by foot.
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Mukut Village :
Around the waters near Mukut Village, divers have a chance to view a coral encrusted wreck of a Japanese warship.
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Salang :
A small bay which is good for swimming and where most of the dive shops are located.
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Those who prefer to see the island by bicycle or horseback can make arrangements at Berjaya Tioman Beach Resort. Indeed, Tioman's simple modes of transport and your own two feet are the best ways to take in the sights.
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Packages
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Tioman
Island Delight (Tour Packages) |
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Tioman
Island Free & Easy (Tour Packages) |
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Cuti-Cuti
Tioman Sejahtera (Student Tour Packages) |
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