Pulau Redang Island is one of the most beautiful and exotic island in Malaysia that has everything to offer - crystal clear waters, pearly white shores, spectacular marine life, breathtaking sunsets and perhaps one of the most fantastic coral gardens in the world.
For its sheer alluring beauty, Pulau Redang Island remains one of the most popular islands in Malaysia, and a must-see for any traveller keen on exploring the best of Peninsular Malaysia's diving. The waters her sparkle with an aquamarine shade, and the sand is invitingly soft in its own pearly whiteness.
Located 45 km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu is the largest of a group of islands dotting the South China Sea off the Terengganu coast. Pulau Redang or Redang Island offers crystal clear waters and numerous dive sites for the enthusiast. Sheltered within the Pulau Redang Marine Park, the waters here abound with marine life.
Pulau Redang Island is perfect for snorkeling, scuba diving, jungle trekking, boating and canoeing. Ranked among the best in the world, it abounds with marvelous marine fishes, turtles and coral reefs that ensure great snorkeling and scuba diving.
At mid-day, when the rays of the sun penetrate the sea, brilliant hues of coral, anemones and clams may be seen.
The waters around Pulau Redang Island also contain two historic shipwrecks. The H.M.S. Prince of Wales and H.M.S. Repulse were sunk here at the start of World War II, setting the stage for the Japanese occupation of Malaya.
Pulau Redang Island has the largest breeding population of both green turtles and hawksbill turtles in Terengganu, with nesting occurring on the sandy beaches of the island.
No fishing is allowed within a 3.2 km radius of the island as Pulau Redang Island is gazette as a marine park. The collection of corals and other aquatic life is also prohibited.
The adjacent islands of Ekor Tebu, Ling, Pinang, Bidong, Lang Tengah and Lima island are excellent underwater havens for snorkelers as well.
