White sandy beaches, crystal clear blue sea, brilliant underwater world...

2006-11-27T18:40:00.000-08:00

"SELAMAT DATANG" to MALAYSIA !

Welcome to Malaysia, a land of tropical beauty and friendly smiles, is home to one of the world's most beautiful islands. Redang Island beachfront resort that faces dazzling turquoise waters, is situated on 20 acres of Redang Island's finest stretch of beach offering a perfect environment of enchanting tranquility.

Redang Island

White sandy beaches, crystal clear blue sea, brilliant underwater world... Redang archipelago 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) that abound with marvelous marine fishes, turtles and coral reefs that ensure great snorkelling and scuba-diving. Ping Anchorage package tours from camping to luxury beach resort, the choice - is always yours !

White sandy beaches, crystal clear blue sea, brilliant underwater world..... Redang Island is located at 45 km offshore of Terengganu. Redang archipelago comprises 9 islands, the Lima Island, Paku Besar Island, Paku Kecil Island, Kerengga Besar Island, Kerengga Kecil Island, Ekor Tebu Island, Ling Island, Pinang Island and Redang Island. This archipelago is abounds with marvelous marine fishes, turtles and coral reefs, ensuring a great snorkelling and scuba-diving experience. Redang Island which is approximately 7km in length 6km in width, is the largest of all other islands in the Marine Park.

The Redang archipelago has been designated as Pulau Redang Marine Parks Malaysia as to conserve the islands’ unique ecosystem. There are 500 species of live corals, more than a thousand species of invertebrates and almost 3000 species of fishes which includes manta rays, stingrays, sharks and whale sharks, all living in harmony in the reefs fringing the islands. It is a real heaven for divers.

Diving enthusiasts and underwater photographers will definitely be entranced by the sights of the islands, which are ranked among the best coral reef in the world. Among the attractions at the twenty over different diving spots, there are shipwrecks near Pinang Island, black coral garden as well as the mysterious submerged chamber, both located in the vicinity of Lima Island. And not Forgetting is the Mini Mount situated between Kerenggan Besar Island and Kerenggan Kecil Island. Redang waters also contains two historic shipwrecks. The H.M.S Prince of Wales and H.M.S. Repulse were sunk here during the WWII, setting the stage for the Japanese occupation of Malaya.

"Voted as One of the Best Diving Spots in the World"

Redang Island is recognized as one of the best coral and marine ecosystems in the world, and is a prime eco-tourist attraction and marine park in Malaysia. Redang Island, renowned for its white sandy beaches, clear blue waters and verdant untouched greenery, was also made famous in the Hong Kong movie, "Summer Holiday", which showcased the island's captivating tropical atmosphere.

MALAYSIA AT A GLANCE

Malaysia is one of the most pleasant, hassle-free countries to visit in Southeast Asia. Several decades of sustained economic growth and political stability have made it among the wealthiest and economically buoyant in the region. Malaysia has moved towards a pluralist culture based on a vibrant and interesting fusion of Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous cultures and customs.

Country
The Federation of Malaysia comprises Peninsular Malaysia and the states of Sabah and Sarawak on the island of Borneo.

Geographical Location
Located between 2 and 7 degrees north of the Equator, Peninsular Malaysia is separated from the states of Sabah and Sarawak by the South China Sea. To the north of Peninsular Malaysia is Thailand while its southern neighbour is Singapore. Sabah and Sarawak share a common border with Indonesia while Sarawak also shares a border with Brunei

Area
329,758 square kilometres.

Population
All citizens of the country, comprising Malays, Chinese, Indians and several other races, are 'Malaysians'. Current population is estimated at around 23.3 million, of whom 83 percent live in the Peninsula, eight percent in Sabah and nine percent in Sarawak. The Malays (the country's original inhabitants), make up 52 percent, Chinese 29 percent, Indians eight percent and the indigenous communities 11 percent.

Capital
Malaysia's capital city is Kuala Lumpur. Simply known as KL, today's Kuala Lumpur is a bustling metropolis, the federal capital of Malaysia and the principal centre of commerce, politics, entertainment and international activities.

People
Malays make up 57 percent of the population. The other main ethnic groups are Chinese, Indians, Eurasians and the many indigenous communities comprising Iban, Kadazan, Dusun, Dayak, Bidayuh and Murut.

Language
Bahasa Melayu (Malay) is the national language but English is widely spoken. The ethnic groups also speak various languages and dialects.

Religion
Islam is the official religion but all other religions are practised freely.

Government
Parliamentary democracy with a bicameral legislative system. The Head of State is the Yang Di Pertuan Agong while the Head of Government is the Prime Minister.

Climate
Malaysia enjoys Tropical climate with warm and humid weather all year round. Temperatures range from 21C to 32C. Annual rainfall varies from 2000mm to 2500mm. Humidity level is at an average of 80% throughout the year.

HOW TO GET THERE :-

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You can begin your island hopping adventure by catching our "resort passenger boat" from Merang Jetty, Kuala Terengganu. There are daily flights via Malaysia Airlines from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu. (By road Kuala Terengganu is 490km from Kuala Lumpur). At the town of Kuala Terengganu, take a bus or taxi to Merang Jetty, thereafter you simply enjoy a 45 minutes scenic ride in our "exclusive resort passenger boat" to REDANG ISLAND.
By Air :
Malaysia Airline System (MAS) & AirAsia operates services direct from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu. The flight takes about 45 minutes.

Flight Recommended:

KUL-TGG	Departure time ex KLIA	TGG-KUL	Departure time ex TGG
MAS	0730hrs: MH 1320 1045hrs: MH 1326	MAS	1205hrs: MH 1329 1755hrs: MH 1335
AirAsia	0715hrs: AK 334	AirAsia	2200hrs: AK 337
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Transportation	Call us at 603-77812867 or email us at mintmarkcorp@hotmail.com

By Road :
Express buses and outstation taxis offer regular services from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu. The trip takes about 5½ hours.

There are many buses, coaches and taxis commuting between Kuala Terengganu town and Merang Jetty.

By Ferry :
Once your arrived at Merang Jetty, our "exclusive resort passenger boat" will be awaiting for you. It takes only a 45-minute scenic boat ride to Laguna Redang Island Resort. You'll still be fresh enough to take your first plunge in the crystal clear water of Redang!

SEA ACTIVITIES :
DIVING, SNORKELLING, ISLAND EXCURSIONS, SUNSET CRUISE, FISHING ADVENTURES, NON-MOTORISED WATER SPORTS.

LAND ACTIVITIES :
JUNGLE TREKKING, NATURE WALK, BOARD GAMES, TRADITIONAL MASSAGE, GYMNASIUM, INTERNET ROOM, BEACH GAMES.

CUBA DIVING Pulau Redang offers an astounding variety of marine life. For example, 'Barracuda Rock' located northwest of Batu Barat provides close encounters with this well known fish, while the reefs to the west of Pulau Chipu has some of the largest aggregations of anemones found anywhere.
Dive Sites: Mini Mount : A favourite day & night dive site in Redang, this reef is home to angelfish, parrotfish, wrasses, groupers and other reef dwellers. Comprising mainly hard corals, there are patches of colourful soft corals, sea whips and sea fans. Nocturnal creatures like crabs and eels, along with urchins, provide a change of scene in night dives

Pulau Lima & Big Mount : Try the northern & southern tips for scenic reefs that slope from about 4m to 20m at the sandy bottom. You will encounter rays, sea cucumbers and sea stars, in addition to different varieties of fish foraging for food among the hard corals. "Big Mount", located at about 100m from the northern tip, provides interesting encounters with batfish and barracudas, and the occasional whale shark.

Marine Park Centre : At 5-15m deep, the jetty at the Marine Park Centre offers easy access to a large variety of marine life such as lobsters, moray eels, a giant grouper and squirrelfish that are resident among the PVC pipes of the artificial reef directly under the jetty.

SNORKELLING
Grab your fins & head out for a quick dip! You'll enjoy snorkelling for hours, there's plenty of marine life to see..... With its crystal clear blue water & scenic islands, snorkelling will never be the same again. Enjoy the beauty of tropical marine fishes swimming by as you dive in with your friends. Experience it!

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