Showing posts with label Pulau Redang. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pulau Redang. Show all posts
Make sure that you bring a camera.with and extra role of two. The trail is well marked and trodden as this place is a favourite path for local and some staff on the island that you may meet during they morning Jog. During you journey you may encounter a small stream and a pool alive with local Catfish,If you are lucky u may encounter Redang’s unique wildlife but harmless animals such as the shy Kancil “mousedeer” looking for food .(please don’t surprise or scare them as the Kancil here are can easily day offright...No..joking.!!) .
Sometimes there might be long tailed macaque monkey hanging on the trees staring at you,sometime on the tree you can find flying squire, along the way you will see many wonder that are created by the mother earth and also a very beautiful and scenic view of The tranquil and isolated bay of Berjaya Redang Beach Resort is accompanying by snowy white sandy beach . the trail will end at Berjaya Redang Resort
Following the properly sealed road will lead you to the “Kampung Nelayan” Redang Fishing village.The village here you can find house that are Centered around a small mosque which sits up on a small hill. You can find a mamak stall or local Restaurant for some humble food for a change , Mee Goreng (Fried Noodle) , a cup of KoPi Kaw ( coffee ),or you could tried the famous Nasi lemak and Roti Canai here .
The Marine Park of Pulau Redang and its headquarter is cited on Pulau Pinang which is in
southern of Redang Island . Here is the where officer and patrol boat
from Department of Fisheries of Malaysia are place to protect the marine
park to inspect and supervise all activities in this area. There are
also a few chalets that are built overseeing the sea which can be rent
and enjoy by only government civil servants.
The sea here are very calm that u don’t need to be a good swimmer that u can go rent a life jacket , snorkel, and diving gear at any resort and jump into the sea (except no jumping at the Marine park)
There is also a protected marine park at Island, which many people found enjoying for snorkelling, in Redang Marine Park, you can find a many colourful array of spectacular marine life . There are small and big eel to be find living here amid the coral, giant black and brown grouper, black tipped shark. you may also encounter with the some or lonely Green sea turtle and Hawksbill sea turtle, pufferfish, angelfish, damselfish; eels; giant clams; rays, sea urchins, sea cucumbers .
Don’t be scare if u bump into with our “Bapok Bayan” a The Biggest Green Humped parrot fish in Redang Marine Park, who usually frequent here with its gruesome teeth and a big lump on its forehead that forage coral. This particular ”Ikan Bayan” is at the size of a small build man, making the shark here look very harmless : P
In the protected marine park, there are corals of every imaginable shape, size or color like multicoloured Christmas trees coral, standing like a guardian to the sea. Who will fold up and retract back into the rock and them gracefully popping back again. or Staghorn Coral field, some very big size clamp ( never touch them or it will owned You!!) , taupe shape coral, nudibranch with reef shark, stingrays and other small fish brightly lit like neon bulbs.
If you are sharp-eyed diver, will be rewarded with sights of flatworm, shrimp, squid, cuttlefish, stonefish, Dangerous Lionfish, lobster and pipefish.
A word of caution to visitors: No fishing is allowed within a 3.2 km radius of the island and any Fishing, damaging and removing of corals and other marine life are strictly prohibited and the penalty for breaking the law includes jail and fine.
The sea here are very calm that u don’t need to be a good swimmer that u can go rent a life jacket , snorkel, and diving gear at any resort and jump into the sea (except no jumping at the Marine park)
There is also a protected marine park at Island, which many people found enjoying for snorkelling, in Redang Marine Park, you can find a many colourful array of spectacular marine life . There are small and big eel to be find living here amid the coral, giant black and brown grouper, black tipped shark. you may also encounter with the some or lonely Green sea turtle and Hawksbill sea turtle, pufferfish, angelfish, damselfish; eels; giant clams; rays, sea urchins, sea cucumbers .
Don’t be scare if u bump into with our “Bapok Bayan” a The Biggest Green Humped parrot fish in Redang Marine Park, who usually frequent here with its gruesome teeth and a big lump on its forehead that forage coral. This particular ”Ikan Bayan” is at the size of a small build man, making the shark here look very harmless : P
In the protected marine park, there are corals of every imaginable shape, size or color like multicoloured Christmas trees coral, standing like a guardian to the sea. Who will fold up and retract back into the rock and them gracefully popping back again. or Staghorn Coral field, some very big size clamp ( never touch them or it will owned You!!) , taupe shape coral, nudibranch with reef shark, stingrays and other small fish brightly lit like neon bulbs.
If you are sharp-eyed diver, will be rewarded with sights of flatworm, shrimp, squid, cuttlefish, stonefish, Dangerous Lionfish, lobster and pipefish.
The Jetty of the Marine Park
The beach at Taman Laut Pulau Redang
A word of caution to visitors: No fishing is allowed within a 3.2 km radius of the island and any Fishing, damaging and removing of corals and other marine life are strictly prohibited and the penalty for breaking the law includes jail and fine.
Laguna Redang Resort
As a bleesing ,I was not the only one that felt that way, as a couple of year ago a big and magnificent resort was build here, The Laguna Redang Island Resort are the only resort built here. The low-rise resort retains a ‘modern paradise concept” that cleverly infuses Terengganu ‘s traditional Malay architecture with modern amenities and yet is in perfect harmony with the natural greenery. that even I who went they at august 04, cant help at marvelling at the unique and finely design of the resort which has 300 rooms and suites (with private balcony) either fronting the beach or a well-landscaped garden that are touched its designer, the well-known Terengganu-born royalties and architect HNR Prince YM Raja Datuk Kamarul Bahrin Shah.
If you are going to Laguna Redang Island Resort, you will love the dining experience at the seaview Ala-Carte Restaurant which serve local and continental cuisine and after dinner you can enjoy a walk along the beach under the beautiful and panoramic view of the stars.
The resorts also have a nice open disco, private karaoke lounges and indoor beach club which features live entertainment that u will enjoy and they have such a nice staff.
From my experience you will find a lot of thing to do here that are provided by the resort like Snorkelling,island excursion, a sunset cruise, Fishing trip or diving trip in the day or night, thre are also a lot of recreational water sport that u can join or a jungle trekking from where u are to Teluk Dalam on the otherside of the island.
Located about 50 kilometres from Kuala Terengganu and Kuala Besut are the Pulau Redang archipelago of 9 islands, namely Pulau Redang, Pulau Pinang, Pulau Ling, Pulau Ekor Tebu, Pulau Kerangga Besar, Pulau Kerangga Kecil, Pulau Paku Kecil, Pulau Paku Besar and Pulau Lima. Waters up to 7 nautical miles surrounding this group of island were gazetted as a marine park in 1985. The Marine Park Centre based on Pulau Pinang managements the many uses and recreational activities surrounding these islands with the sole purpose of conserving the marine resources.
Big Mount
This oval seamount is completely submerged and is located about 50 metres towards the northern tip of Pulau Lima, The shallowest portion of this reef is at about 20 metres and the boulder terrain drops to 30 metres. Rated highly by local divers, this interesting dive site offers the diver an opportunity to observe macro lifeforms to possible encounters with the huge whale shark. Amidst the soft corals and tunicates, colonies of sea anemone with clownfish, sea cucumbers, starfishes, moray eels, wrasses, squirrelfish, stonefish, groupers and parrotfish, can be encountered. Usually swept by currents, experienced divers can see a variety of pelagics such as tuna, barracudas, fusiliers and black tip sharks. At about 30 metres there is a garden of whip corals swaying in the current with colourful feather stars clinging on. Towards the sandy bottom where the boulder terrain ends you can expect to find large stingrays camouflaged within the sand.
Pulau Lima
This interesting site is situated towards the east of Pulau Redang. The western shore is the only coral sand beach providing an excellent area for snorkellers. Comprising of a cluster of 5 islets, diving is best from the southern, the eastern and the northern site.
Generally, the terrain is a steep slope of boulders dropping to about 30 metres. Hard corals, such as table coral, staghorn coral, fire coral and porites dominate the shallower depths. At depths of about 18 metres soft coral colonies, leathery soft corals and mushroom corals abound. You will see a multitude of different reef fish, damselfish, iridescent wrasses, parrotfish, green chromis, as well as black tip reef sharks cruising around. Leaving the boulders and heading towards the sandy seafloor, watch for moray eels lurking in coral blocks, stingrays, lionfish and pufferfish.
Mini Mount
This popular submerged reef is situated about 100 metres east of Pulau Kerengga Besar and is marked by a mooring buoy by the Fisheries Department. Granite boulders are scattered around the sandy bottom with the deepest portion at about 20 metres. The faces of the boulders are carpeted with a variety of soft corals (Dendronephthya species), tubastrea corals, sea squirts, sponges and stinging hydriods.
Expect to find numerous cowries, spider shells, and large aggregation of colourful christmas tree worms carpeting coral blocks. Damselfish, butterflyfish, chromis, wrasses, rabbitfish, parrotfish and lionfish inhabit the coral garden. The boulder terrain presents itself for exploration; canyons and crevices harbor groupers, moray eels and lobsters.
Mini Mount is a popular choice for night diving. Divers are rewarded with an abundance of night creatures foraging for food around the reef. Plan to dive around 15 metres depth, inspect under the folds of leathery soft corals for cowries with its mantle fully extended, banded shrimps, crabs, sea cucumbers, colourful sea urchins, squids, spiny lobsters and the occasional octopus.
Terumbu Kiri
The southern tip of Pulau Pinang possesses an interesting series of boulders breaking the surface. Outcrops
of tabulated and massive corals are found at shallower depths. The rocky seascape is encrusted with both soft and hard corals at about 15 metres, and slopes down to 20 metres at the sandy bottom. Coral-growth towards the western portion is monospecific, usually of the hard coral genera. The southernmost portion is more interesting with soft corals, whip corals, gorgonians and sponges growing along the step-like slope.
Fishlife includes cardinal fish, damselfish, chromis, snappers, parrotfish, wrasses and soldierfish. While in the openwater you are likely to encounter jacks, fusiliers, yellowtails, batfish and black tip sharks.
Marine Park Centre
An excellent snorkel and dive site, the Marine Park Centre incorporates a visitor centre at Pulau Pinang to provide tourists with necessary information.
The friendly wrasses, sergeant majors and breams swarm about snorkellers as these animals are looking for food handouts. Scuba diving around the park vicinity can be interesting, towards the left (from the park centre looking towards the direction of the sea) is a hard coral garden with porite mounds carpeted by christmas tree worms observed at depths around 10 to 15 metres. Right below the jetty area is an artificial reef at about 3 to 5 metres with abundant marinelife like, moray eels, hatchetfish, soldierfish, groupers, rabbitfish and squids. Towards the right of the jetty is a shipwreck, with several steel structures visible from the topside. The stern of the wreck lies in 15 metres of water, sitting upright. Cup corals, tunicates and sponges carpet the exterior hull of the ship. Located close to the channel between Pulau Redang and Pulau Pinang, currents sweep through the wreck, attracting groupers, jacks, black tip sharks and batfish.
Getting There
During the high season from March to October, boats depart either from Kuala Terengganu or Merang. However, the frequency is not regular and prior arrangements would ensure an enjoyable trip.
The shortest kick-off point to Pulau Lang Tengah and Pulau Redang is from Merang located about 38 kilometres north of Kuala Terengganu. Travel time to these islands via speedboat is about 45 minutes. Kuala Terengganu is accessible from most major towns or cities either by road or by air.
SEATRU VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
Institute of Oceanography, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, Malaysia has done a lot of works in protecting the sea and it wildlife inhabitant for such a long time now.There a program for those who love Volunteering work called was developed to provide volunteer assistance to the long-term tagging and in-situ egg incubation research and conservation project for marine turtles located in Chagar Hutang Beach, Redang Island. It was introduced in 1998, and has become very popular, especially among college and university students.
http://seatru.umt.edu.my/
http://seatru.wordpress.com/activities/volunteer-program/
SEATRU is an acronym for the Sea Turtle
Research Unit of Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT). The unit had its
beginnings in 1984 when research on the leatherback turtles of Rantau
Abang was first initiated by the then Faculty of Fisheries and Marine
Science, Universiti Pertanian Malaysia.
Sea turtle research at UMT has since
developed into a multi-disciplinary program aimed at studying all
aspects of the biology and ecology of sea turtles, threats to their
survival, and how they can be managed in order to restore the various
species to a stable population level. The vital information resulting
from these studies have formed the basis for many important
recommendations made by SEATRU to relevant government agencies for the
conservation of sea turtles, especially within the state of Terengganu.
Besides carrying out
conservation-oriented research on sea turtles, SEATRU is also directly
involved in education of university students at the undergraduate and
graduate levels, school children, and the public at large on the
conservation of sea turtles. It also undertakes consultancy projects
which are directly or indirectly related to sea turtles.
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Chagar Hutang is an isolated beach in the
northern most part of Redang Island. It is one of the three nesting
beaches in Redang Island that have been declared as turtle sanctuary in
2005. Universiti MalaysiaTerengganu started the Sea Turtle Conservation
Project at Chagar Hutang since 1993. This project was founded by Dr.
Chan Eng Heng and Assoc. Prof. Liew Hock Chark.
In the early years, all nests incubated
at Chagar Hutang were purchased from licensed egg collectors at RM120
per nest. A total of RM500,000 were spent (1993-2004) in the purchase
alone. In order to support the long-term in situ egg incubation program,
nesting and tagging research, the Turtle Research and Conservation
Group had introduced outreach programs – the nest and turtle adoption
schemes and the volunteer program. The success of this conservation work
had been recognised by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP)
when it elected the former project executants to the Global 500 Roll of
Honour in 2001.
In 17 years since the initiation of the
project, a total of 5,000 green and 101 hawksbill turtle nests have been
protected through the in-situ program. From these a total of
350,000 green and 7,000 hawksbill hatchlings were released to the ocean.
Even so, it is too early to determine whether we have increased the
population of sea turtles at Redang Island. Through the outreach
programs, we are hoping to see some positive changes in the coming
generations to protect and conserve sea turtles.
Pulau Redang also knows as Redang Island is located just 45 km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu in the South China Sea or approximately 45 minutes boat ride from the famous Merang (wooden Jetty ) to Redang island .The Jetty is situated at the fishing village of Merang. The fishing village is North of Kuala Terengganu.
Redang Island gazetted as a Marine Park back in 1985, and enjoy the protection of the Department of Fisheries of Malaysia is one of the 8 isle in Terengganu that top The 10 Most Beautiful Island in Malaysia. Redang is also one of The Most Beautiful Island in the World and are among the Best Known and Most Famous Gem Haven for Diving Activities for Tourist and All Diver all around Malaysia and the world. Redang Archipelago, exists of 9 islands ( comprises of Pulau Redang, Pulau Pinang, Pulau Ling, Pulau Ekor Tebu, Pulau Kerengga Besar, Pulau Kerengga Kechil, Pulau Paku Besar, Pulau Paku Kechil and Pulau Lima.) that abound with stunning marine life and coral reefs that ensure great snorkelling and scuba-diving. Your fist glimpse of the isle will leave you spell bounded by the Postcard scenery and instantly captivated by the lush green carpet of vegetation that covers the gently sloping hills
Immediately upon arriving at Redang, the light blue water offers an enticing temptation to 'test the water'. A big mistake that are frequent by unsuspecting visitors and most first timer and once including me : P .Where u will find your self deceived by Redang's crystal clear water.
Many are deceived by Redang's crystal clear water as the sea at Redang archipelago are special! The water visibility here is about an Outstandingly 45 feet!!. When the sea is very calm it can get up to 18 meters, that's Over 54 feet. Which many will find it Unbelievable!! (which is a Bonus for diver and snorkel)
Why? you ask? well....
“Try imaging seeing many people sunbathing along the Beach and then your boat just arrive near the shore and with out waiting for completed stop And for a great Entry with your khaki short ,shirt and wearing a hat and a sunglasses .You jump into the knee deep crystal clear water like everyone.. Later .. only to find your self your self standing in a shoulder deep water than expected and had to walk up to the shore and endure the laugh of the many beach comber and (when you see somebody checking in at the counter with wet attire...your will know what had happen to then : P ”
I have seen some for at very calmly and just trodden trough the water and up to the beach.... as if nothing had happen. Still it can be a horrible night mare for children and women...i had seen those who took lightly on the boat opperator advice about Redang's crystal clear water. Once at the beach I saw a boat had just arrive in front of resort..a women lift her skirt (Why in hell that any one want to wear skirt on a boat Each Time!!!) and took a step and plunge/ Walk the plank into the sea like a rock with her skirt like umbrella up to her face. She was shock and went on panicking in the water that it took almost an hour for her to calm down...in the resort.
So for those out ..You had read my warning. Make sure you pay attentions to the boat operator Warning.
The Famous More-More Inn
The paradise-like island, surrounded by majestic green hills, the Shining white sandy beach ,the crystal clear light turquoise sea water with the temperature range from 31 to 34 degrees Celsius during the day and with Mother Nature gift of a breathtaking scenic sunset give an unforgettable soothing calmness and relaxation sensation to people at the Redang island. The isle is rich in diverseforms of colourful fishes and abundance marine life swimming gracefully around the world's most mature coral gardens.
The water here is very crystal clear that even On the seafront visitors can even see the many beautiful corals and a variety of fish from the beach. Don’t be shy to rent Diving and snorkelling gear from any of the resorts or any operators on the islands .even if for just a while in the water to have a closer look.
Things that you can sea at the shallow water
At the shallow water around Redang isle u can see many large variety of marine life like the clown fish, many Colourful parrot fish,some reef shark, stingrays and other small fish brightly lit like colourful neon bulbs. Amongst the corals near the shore and rock, one can see all kinds of shellfish, sea anemone, and Gamat (sea cucumber).
The most beautiful beach at Pulau Redang - Pasir Panjang Beach (where you find the MORE MORE Tea INN)
Unknowns by most people,The island’s finest beaches is in the Pasir Panjang beach, and from my point of view, the beach surrounded by majestic green hills that cast a shadows in the simmering sea with a magnificent shoreline of fine powdery white sand and a coral garden immersed in a clear blue sea is a perfect getaway for holiday seeker.
Plenty of good snorkeling and diving sites can be found here like; Pulau Kerengga Besar, Pulau Kerengga Kechil, Mat Dollah, Pulau Paku Besar, Pulau Paku Kechil , Tanjung Tokong, Turtle Bay, House Reef, Marine Park Headquarter, However, deep sea snorkeling is not necessary though there are 2 snorkeling boat trips to bring you to any of these area.
The water around Redang isle also offer many perfect diving spot including two historic shipwrecks The H.M.S Prince of Wales and the H.M.S Repulse that were sunk here by the Japanese Imperial Navy at the start of World War II, setting the stage for the Japanese occupation of Malaya.
To do a diving trip here, you need to book with the dive shop at any of the resorts that offer its. Even non diver can sign up for a scuba diving course and lesson on the spot. Check up for the detail of the fee charged.
The language
You wont to worry about the language here as just about everybody here speaks English, since its compulsory subject to be learn in all school in Malaysia. There are also school, police station and a Goverment Health Clinic Centre to be found.
Berjaya Air's plane landing at the Bejayaa private airstrip at Pulau Redang
HOW TO GET THERE
By Air :
Malaysia Airline System (MAS) & AirAsia operates services direct from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to Kuala Terengganu. "however, Air Asia is cheaper, but with limited flights and seats. A MAS round-trip ticket costs RM388.00 [adult] while Air Asia offers as low as RM19.90 for single trip"
(that's if you book really early or fly on off-peak hours)
The flight takes about 45 minutes.
or if u in the "rat race" then by Berjaya Air,From KLIA Airport straight to Pulau Redang.
By Road :
Express buses/Coaches and outstation taxis offer regular services from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu.Coaches go to Kuala Terengganu. It costs approximately RM23.80 one way for Coaches.If you are not rushing for time Takes the coaches where you can enjoy beautiful scenery and experience the local village culture along the east coast. The coach stops a few times along the journey at town and villages for tea break, you might get a chance to drop by and experience some Malaysian local culture is like in the "Kampung Life" as we call it.
Overall The trip takes about 7 hours.
There are many buses, coaches and taxis commuting between Kuala Terengganu town and Merang Jetty.
Destination Day ETD / ETA/ Fare
Kuala Lumpur / Kuala Terengganu, Daily, 2245 / 0645* next day ,RM26
Kuala Terengganu / Kuala Lumpur,Daily. RM28
From Penang
Depart daily at night from KOMTAR or Butterworth stations to Kuala Terengganu. Journey: 8 Hours from Johor Bahru Depart daily (10:00am, 9:00pm, 9:30pm, 10:00pm) Larkin Station / Hentian Kompleks Pengangkutan Awam to Kuala Terengganu Journey: 10 Hours Tel: +607-2245182, +607-2220045 Fare: RM28.60 (adult) / RM14.30 (child) from Singapore Depart daily (9:00am, 8:00pm, 9:00pm) Singapore (Lavender Street/ Kallang Bahru Junction) to Kuala TerengganuJourney: 11 Hours Tel: +65-62947035 Fare: RM51.90 (adult) / RM25.90 (child)
By Rail
There is no train or railway network to Terengganu at the moment.
By Ferry
The main jetty is at Merang, some 30 km north from Kuala Terengganu. From Merang, the trip to Pulau redang takes about 40 minutes on comfortable, large speedboats. There is no boat ticketing counter at Merang Jetty.
Accommodation and boating are all pre-arranged and on package deal only so Its best to book from Resort of Tour agency as all resort provide they own package deal from which may include diving surfing ,snorkeling ,kayaking and etc for the best package..
Advice its better to book early as some resort are to famous that they scenic room are book 5 or 8 month earliar. and sometime are booked till the next 2 or 3 year by some Rich Loyal customer.
As Terengganu also don’t Have enough hotel to accommodated the large influx of tourist each year. Ps:Beside that,we dont want the island to be over crowed do we?
