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weekenders TIOMAN, MALAYSIA
QUICK GETAWAYS MADE EASY MAY 2016
Thrilling Tioman
If you’re a fan of the classic 1950s musical “South Pacific”, the cerulean blue waters of Tioman will strike you as familiar. Serving as a silver screen worthy backdrop and named one of the world’s most beautiful islands by Time magazine, Pulau Tioman has made a name for itself as a noteworthy vacation spot.
The prime activity holiday- goers head to Tioman for is diving, or at least, snorkelling – something that cannot be missed when you visit the locale. Small, uninhibited islands like Coral Island and Reggis Island are the ultimate exploration spots. Their pure waters showcase a bustling subterranean metropolis of coral, sea urchin and other marine wonders.
If you want to encounter wildlife beyond the rich waters of the islands, Tioman still
has much to offer. Home to
45 mammal species, 138 bird species and other unique creatures like the Red Giant Flying Squirrel and the Tioman Walking Catfish, you’re bound to spot some local fauna when you venture out. For a start, trek through the Mukut village to the Asah waterfall. If you’re not too busy diving into the refreshing pool below, you can catch a glimpse of the birds and monkeys that call the
Sunset of a Jetty in Pulau Tioman
Coral Reefs at Pulau Tioman
CRYSTAL-CLEAR WATERS AND A RICH MARINE ECOSYSTEM HAVE MADE MALAYSIA’S BLUE GEM PULAU TIOMAN A HAVEN FOR PROFESSIONAL DIVERS AND ADVENTURE ENTHUSIASTS.
Located in Pahang, Tioman lies 32 km away from the eastern coast of
Malaysia. The 20km stretch of land comprises its own set of island, each a
treasure trove of aquatic life and activity.
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