Pulau Redang

Beach

 It is known as heaven on earth. Beach lovers should not miss this beach. White sandy beaches, crystal clear blue sea, brilliant underwater world and breath taking nature scenes. Radang is an island comprises 9 islands (Lima Island, Paku Besar Island, Paku Kecil Island, Kerengga Besar Island, Kerengga Kecil Island, Ekor Tebu Island, Ling Island, Pinang Island and the main Redang Island). Itis located 45 km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu. For diving, this beach is the best choice.

Hues of coral, anemones, different kinds of fishes, turtles ensures great snorkeling, scuba-diving, swimming, jungle trekking, boating . Fishing is not allowed within 3.2 km radius of the island. This island is developed as a marine park. The collection of corals and other aquatic life is also strictly prohibited. Some resorts offers a golf course too.

The best time to visit the East Coast is in March and April especially for diving where visibility can hit 40m. It is not advisable to visit this part of Peninsular Malaysia at its peak of the monsoon season - that is, November till early January. The seas are rough and the boat and resort operators are closed between October and February.

Diving

Don't forget to Wear sunscreen and heed the warning flags on the beach. The sun rays are so strong and penetrates into your skin which might be harmful. Sun burns are quite common. Before you plan the trip better check with the resorts which offers Snorkeling tours by boats in the package. For first time divers it is better to know all the information
on wearing the masks, fins etc. The snorkeling is quite protected making the water quite calm and fins are not necessary.

More or less every resort on the island has its own dive shop, but it may be worth looking beyond the house shop as quality varies considerably.Other diving shops offers single dives from RM90 and an extra RM45 for gear hire.
Staff in resorts can communicate in English and very friendly and helpful.


Professional Dive Master and Instructor from either PADI/SDI certification.
Underwater cameras also available for rental at RM30 per day

you can Contact: reservation@redangpelangi.com for more details.

Below is the hotel which is really rated good by visitors.

Ming Paragon Hotel & Spa

Jalan Sultan Zainal Abidin,
Kuala Terengganu 20000,
Malaysia.