PULAU REDANG (REDANG ISLAND)

Pulau Redang is 45 km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu from grace the largest of the islands is the South China Sea off the coast of Terengganu.The island offers crystal clear water and a large number of dive sites for enthusiasts. Housed in Pulau Redang Marine Park, the waters here are full of sea life. Redang archipelago of nine islands is full of amazing fish, turtles and coral, which ensure great snorkeling and diving. Boat ride from the fishing Kampung Merang. This is a fishing village north of Kuala Terengganu.The best time to visit Redang is between April and October.

Please note that most resorts in the Northeast, the blows from November to March.

Pulau Redang is ideal for snorkeling, swimming, diving, jungle trekking, boating and canoeing. This island paradise offers crystal-clear water, pearly white Shores, a colorful array of spectacular marine life, the sunset is breathtaking, and what could be more mature in the world of coral gardens. This is your chance to see and deal with the local eel, perch, tipped Black Shark, etc.Random encounter with the green turtle and hawksbill turtles is common. There are corals can imagine any shape, size or color. Observers by the sight of flatworm, nudibranch, shrimp squid, octopus, scorpion fish reward, lionfish and pipefish.No fishing within a radius of 3.2 km from the island of Pulau Redang allowed. The collection of corals and other aquatic organisms is also prohibited. Fines and penalties are severe and each year sees reports of arrests and fines.Activities prohibited and not allowed are.Collection and aquatic life (corals, shellfish and fish live or dead).Fishing without a license and causing pollution (3.2 km radius), namely the possession of trash fish underwater.The waters around Pulau Redang also two historic shipwrecks.HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Repulse were sunk here at the beginning of the Second World War, the way the Japanese occupation of Malaysia.Pulau Redang hill can be fascinating in its own way. There is a fairly well-trodden path between Pasir Panjang and Teluk Dalam beach and marked, about 2 km long. Sights include a small stream and pools alive with catfish, the occasional encounter with the shy Kancil (small deer) and monkeys and jungle flora and fauna. At the end of the hike is the Berjaya Redang Beach Resort at Teluk Dalam. For the more adventurous there are rocks and outcrops away from this route, providing a spectacular aerial view Pasir Panjang below.