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Pulau Redang,
situated 45km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu, is the largest
of all Terengganu's islands. From the very first glance, Pulau
Redang will enchant visitors with its compelling beauty. Its
incredibly azure waters fringed by white sand, against the
backdrop of verdant jungle-clad hills make picture-postcard
views.
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Pulau Redang
archipelago comprises 9 islands, the Lima Island, Paku Besar
Island, Paku Kecil Island, Kerengga Besar Island, Kerengga
Kecil Island, Ekor Tebu Island, Ling Island, Pinang Island
and Redang Island. This archipelago is abounds with marvelous
marine fishes, turtles and coral reefs, ensuring a great snorkelling
and scuba-diving experience. Redang Island which is approximately
7km in length 6km in width, is the largest of all other islands
in the Marine Park.
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Redand Island
boasts two beautiful beaches, the Long Beach or locally known
as Pasir Panjang, situated on the east coast and Teluk Dalam
Kecil, a sheltered cove tucked away on the northeast of the
island. Teluk Dalam Kecil is the location of the Berjaya Redang
Beach Resort, a five-star accommodation on the island.
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Streching
over 800m, Pasir Panjang is a dream come true for sun-seekers.
Here, underneath the clear blue sky, one can spend hours by
basking in the sun, or strolling by the beach and feel the
sensation of soft sand sinking under the feet. The beach is
lined by a number of resorts overlooking the sea, offering
various styles of accommodation.
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A myriad
of surprises await beneath the bewithchingly blue sea. The
waters teem with a wealth of marine life and corals, and the
good visibility makes it ideal for snorkelling and diving.
At the Marine Park Centre friendly wrasses, sergeant majors
and breams swarm around snorkellers. Divers can look forward
to thrilling encounters with black-tip sharks. Rare giant
clams and hawkshill turtles too have been sighted here.
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| Lang Tengah, a 30-minutes
boat ride from Redang, is one of the state's best kept secrets.
Located midway between the islands Redang and Perhentian, its
sparkling white sand and aquamarine waters are simply irresistible.
The varieties of hard and soft corals and prolife marine life
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| * The best
time to visit Pulau Redang & Pulau Lang Tengah is between
April and October. Take note that most resorts are closed during
the Northeast Monsoon, which blows from November to March. |
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