Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Map of Terengganu
























This is the map of Terengganu. It shows the islands, jetties and also the main road to those jetties and islands. This map is very HELPFUL!

This map is from this link:
http://www.myoutdoor.com/kapas/images/peta2.gif
*this map is only for assignment purpose.

Besides the map.......
visitors can use this link below to check the weather.

Weather of Terengganu

Weather of Pulau Redang





Map and weather forecast is not enough for you. Let’s take a look the travel tips below to make your journey interesting and fun.

The best time to visit : April – October

Peak season : July – August

Climate :21̊c - 32̊c

Clothing : Casual

Currency : Ringgit Malaysia

No banks and ATMs on the island.

Water : Tap water is safe for drinking

Electricity : 24 hours a day, 220V, plug is similar to UK

Language : Bahasa Malaysia and English

Working Week : most shops will close on Friday

Tipping : Not mandatory

The information is from this link:

http://www.myoutdoor.com/kapas/traveltips.html

*this blog is only for assignment purpose.


Monday, November 10, 2008

Lang Tengah Island




Lang Tengah Island is one of the famous islands in Terengganu. It is also a nation's well-kept secrets. The beach is clean. Crystal clear sea-water, pristine beaches and untouched tropical jungle can be found in Lang Tengah Island.


Services and Cost


Diving Tariff
RM
1. 1 Boat Dive (incl. of tank, weights and guide)
90.00
2. 2 Boat Dive (incl. of tank, weights and guide)
180.00
3. 1 Beach Dive (incl. of tank, weight but no guide)
40.00
4. Night Dive (incl. of tank, weight, torch and guide)
100.00
Diving Courses
RM
1. Introductory Diving course - pool lesson & 1 beach dive (including of all equipment and instructor fees)
300.00
2. Open water PADI course for beginners - 5 days (including of manual, dive table, log book and rental equipment) Temporary certificate given upon completion of course
1,200.00
3. Advance Open Water Course - 2 days Temporary certificate given upon completion of course
800.00

Island Transfer (One Way Transfer)
RM

Merang Jetty to Blue Coral Island Resort (Maximum 10 persons)
350.00

Lang Tengah to Perhentian Island (Maximum 5 persons)
300.00

Lang Tengah to Redang Island (Maximum 5 persons)
250.00

Jungle Trekking - RM15.00 per person which includes:-

-Mineral Water
-Departure from Resort at 10.00am and return to Resort at 12.00pm


Accommodation
1) Lang Sari Resort
room rates


2) Redang Lang Island Resort

room rates

How to Get There

Get to the capital city of Terengganu-Kuala Terengganu by flight or coaches. Then drive north to Merang Jetty(40 minutes) and last take a speedboat to Lang Tengah Island(40 minutes).





information is from this link:

http://www.myoutdoor.com/langtengah/Index.asp

*this blog is only for assignment purpose.



Sunday, November 9, 2008

Pulau Perhentian (kecil)


Perhentian Island or Pulau Perhentian is divided in to 2 parts - Perhentian Kecil (Small Perhentian) and Perhentian Besar (Big Perhentian). How this island get it's name? It named after "henti"(stop) as fishermen from mainland Kelantan and Terengganu have, for centuries, stopped over at the island for a rest or to shelter during a major storm. This island is a good place to dive.


Services and Cost

Diving Trip - Perhentian Island
Price List ( Malaysian Ringgit ) All Dive Gear
1 boat dive RM 85.00/dive
2 - 3 boat dive RM 75.00/dive
4 - 5 boat dive RM 70.00/dive
6 - 9 boat dive RM 65.00/dive
10 and above RM60.00/dive
own equipment RM55.00/dive
Night dive RM 150.00
Discover scuba dive RM 240.00
Open water course (4/5 days) RM 1000.00
Advance ( 2/3 days) RM 780.00
EFR (1 days) RM 350.00
Rescue dive course (3/4 days) RM 750.00
Dive Master RM 2800.00
Scuba Tune-up + dive RM150.00
Scuba Diver (2 days) RM650.00


Accommodation


There are a lot of chalet in Small Perhentian:-

-Matahari Chalet
-Moonlight
Chalet
-Panorama
Chalet
-Petani
Beach
Chalet
-Mohsin Chalet
and so on......


*for more information please visit http://www.pulauperhentian.com.my/index.php




How To Get There

Drive to Pasir Puteh then continue to Kuala Besut Jetty. Take fast boat (1/2 hour) or slow boat (1 1/2 hour) to Perhentian Island.









information is from this link:
http://www.pulauperhentian.com.my/index.php
*this blog is only for assignment purpose

Pulau Perhentian (besar)



The information of Perhentian Besar (Big Perhentian) is same as the Perhentian Kecil (Small Perhentian) except the accommodation.


Accommodation in Big Perhentian

The following accommodations are famous in Big Perhentian:-
- Perhentian Island Resort
- Coral View Island Resort
- Tropical Reef
- Paradise Island Resort
- Cocohut Chalet


*click on the accommodations for more information
*information is from this website: http://www.pulauperhentian.com.my/index.php

Kapas Island



White beaches - the uniqueness of Kapas Island (Cotton Island). This is how the island get it name. Besides the white beaches, clean and clear ocean is surrounded the island. This is a island suitable for entire family. This is a good place for relaxation.


Accommodation


1) Beautisland Kapas Resort

This resort has 18 chalets. Each chalet can accommodate up to 20 people.
Room rates: Chalet w/o air-cond: RM50
Chalet with air-cond: RM98





2) Kapas Island Resort


Soft sandy golden beach and azure-green clear sea water can be found near this resort. Visitors can collect sea shells in different shapes and sizes at the beach.

Room rates
Room Type Room Rates
Deluxe Room - with 2 Breakfast RM170
Standard Seaview Room - with 2 Breakfast RM150
Standard Garden View - with 2 Breakfast RM120
Standard Garden room -(Fan only.) with 2 Breakfast RM80



3) Makcik Gemok Beach Resort
The resort has 63 chalets. All rooms are attached with bathroom.
Room rates
Room Type
Rate/person

Twin
Triple
Air Cond
RM 250
RM 230
Room A
RM 210
RM 200
Room B
RM 210
RM 200
Room C
RM 170
RM 160



4) Zaki Beach Chalet
Varies types of activities can be arranged:-
-Jungle tracking
-canoeing
-fishing
-snorkeling

*Room rates is not available.



5) Tuty Puri Island Resort
This resort provides customers a nice seaview.

Room rates

3 Days 2 Nights Package

Room Type Rate
Standars Suite RM 365 / Person
Air cond room RM 285 / Person
Non air cond room RM 245 / Person



How To Get There

Drive 30 minutes from Terengganu Airport to Merang Jetty. Then take a boat to Kapas Island(10 minutes).





information is from this link:

http://www.kapas.com.my

*this blog is only for assignment purpose.

Saturday, November 8, 2008

Redang Island



This island is also a good place for divers because it has a Marine Park. It is located 45km offshore of Terengganu. Crystal clear blue sea, brilliant underwater world are the uniqueness of Redang Island.



Accommodation

These are the resorts can be found in Redang Island. Click on the resort for more information.

- Redang Bay Resort

- Redang Beach Resort

- Redang Camping Adventure

- Redang Holiday Beach Villa

- Redang Kalong Resort

- Redang Pelangi Resort

- Redang Mutiara Beach Resort

- Redang Reef Resort

- Ayu Mayang Resort

- Berjaya Redang Beach Resort

- Berjaya Redang Spa Resort

- Coral Redang Island Resort

- Laguna Redang Island Resort

*the information is getting from

http://www.redangisland.com/home.htm

and only for assignment purpose.


How To Get There

Air Asia offers daily flights to Kuala Terengganu. Then drive to Merang Jetty to take boat from the airport. Or else taking a Berjaya Air operates flight from Subang Jaya straight to Redang Island.





Information is from this link:

http://www.redangisland.com

*this blog is only for assignment purpose.