PULAU
TIOMAN
MALAYSIA
Pulau
Tioman is a prelude to fabulous islands of the East Coast of
Malaysian Peninsula. It is surrounded by crystal clear waters of
South China Sea and coral reefs that create a Marine Park around the
island as well as many small islands surrounding Tioman. Snorkeling
and diving are the best spend moments on the island. The variety of
marine life is amazing. Pulau Tulai has a variety of marine life and
reefs. Sandy beaches and warm waters invite for a swim. The wildlife
is everywhere, monkeys, monitor lizards, squirrels and a multitude of birds.
The
island has limited roads so walking or bike riding are popular. Boats
are used as transport to more remote parts of the island. They depart
from Teluk Tekek the administration center of the island. Kampung
Tekek has numerous duty free shops. Yes, Pulau Tioman is a duty free
paradise.
There
are also hiking tracks through the rain-forest, jungle and mountains,
via waterfalls offering a refreshing swim, to the other side of the
island, Juara Beach. A number of secluded resorts can be reached by
boat or jungle walk.
Pulau
Tioman can be accessed by ferry from Mercing, mainland Malaysia or by
air from Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. It is worth not just a visit but
an extended stay would be rewarding.
