White sandy beaches, crystal clear blue sea, brilliant
underwater world... Redang archipelago comprises 9 islands (Lima Island, Paku
Besar Island, Paku Kecil Island, Kerengga Besar Island, Kerengga Kecil Island,
Ekor Tebu Island, Ling Island, Pinang Island and the main Redang Island) that
abound with marvelous marine fishes, turtles and coral reefs that ensure great
snorkelling and scuba-diving.
Access is from Merang or Kuala Terengganu on boats operated
by the resorts; there is also a small airport with services operated by Berjaya
Air from Singapore (Seletar Airport) and Kuala Lumpur (Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
Airport).
The best time to visit Pulau Redang is between April and
October. Take note that most resorts are closed during the Northeast Monsoon,
which blows from November to March.
Activities prohibited and not allowed are:
- Collecting and taking of aquatic life ( corals, shell or fishes whether living or alive ).
- Fishing without a license & Causing Pollution (3.2 km radius), i.e. littering Possession of spear fishing equipment.
Garden in the Sea
As the largest island among the Redang Archipelago, Pulau
Redang is not only made famous by its white sandy beach but also the world
lying beneath this crystal clear water which, is not only paradise for marine
life but also for natural lovers. Snorkeling or diving in the sea around Pulau
Redang is a breathtaking experience where, the water surrounding Pulau Redang
is home to some 3,000 species of fish, 1.000 of species of bivalves and 500
species of reef-building coral.
Coral reefs are found in the shallow as well as the deep
water around the islands. They are formed by gradual accumulation and
transformation of tiny soft-bodied animals, closely related to sea anemones.
One of the very common coral found in the waters of Pulau Redang is Staghorn
corals. This reef-building corals are often found in shallow areas. They are
green, brown or yellowish in colour and they provide shelter for a variety of
small fishes and other sea animals.
In the deeper water there are sea fans, soft tree corals,
cup coral and several species of nudibranch. Some deeper rocks are covered with
leathery soft corals with some soft tree corals, cup corals, tunicates and
sponges. Large giant clams are often found here.
Place of Interest
Marine Park
The Pulau Redang Marine Park is situated in the South China
Sea, off the north-eastern coast of the State of Terengganu. This Marine Park
consists of waters surrounding 9 islands and they are, Pulau Redang itself,
Pulau Pinang, Pulau Lima, Pulau Ekor Tebu, Pulau Lang Tengah, Pulau Perhentian
Besar, Pulau Perhentian Kecil, Pulau Susu Dara and Pulau Kapas. These islands
have fringe coral reefs superior to any in Malaysia and rank as one of the best
in the world.
Diving Site
Suitable substrates, clear water with temperatures ranging
from 27 ° to 31.5 ° C as well as salinity in range of 31 to 34 ppt are
conducive to coral reef development and healthy growth of marine life.
Jungle Trekking
The hilly island of Redang can be fascinating in its own
way. There is a moderately well trodden and marked path between Pasir Panjang
and Teluk Dalam beach, about 2 km long. Sights include a small stream and pools
alive with catfish, the occasional encounter with the shy kancil (little deer)
and monkeys, and other jungle flora and fauna. At the end of the trek is the
Berjaya Redang Beach Resort at Teluk Dalam. For the more adventurous, there are
rocky cliffs and outcrops away from this beaten path that offer spectacular
overhead views of Pasir Panjang above.
Blue Sand
Bioluminescent Ostracods (also know as Firefleas/Sea
firefly) Found at front beach of Redang Reef Resort, The guide call as blue
sand. Ostracods are microscopic crustaceans, typically 0.2mm to 2mm long but
are readily fossilised and can occur in enormous numbers in some sediments.
Ostracods inhabit in aquatic environment use bioluminescence during mating
where the males will attract females to them. Males ostracods flash in a
sequence as they swim to attract females. Bioluminescence is blue colour
because all colors of light do not transmit equally through ocean water, so if
the purpose of bioluminescence is to provide a signal that is detected by other
organisms, then it is important that the light be transmitted through seawater.
Blue light transmits best through seawater.
Momo Tea Inn
Pulau Redang and Momo Tea Inn (夏日麽麽茶) was once became the movie background scene in the famous movie "Summer Holiday" acted by Sammi Cheng and Richie Ren. After the film shots were taken, Momo Tea Inn has become a famous and popular spot in Pulau Redang as visitors will always pay a visit to the place. Besides that, different types and variety of souvenirs are also available in Momo Tea Inn. Visitors can always have a nice shopping spree in here.
Movie：Shooting location at Redang Island
There are a lot of resort in Redang Island & Diving side.
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