Splashing Playground
Tioman is the largest and most developed volcanic islands that form the Tioman Marine Park. The other islands within the area are Tulai, Sepoi, Chebeh, Seri Buat, Labas, Sembilang, Tokong Bahara and Jahat.
Tioman’s waters are home to a splendid array of marine life such as Barrudas, Napoleon fish, turtles, stingrays, Murray eels, golden striped trevally, bumphead parrotfish and shoals of fusiliers. The Marine Park center is located in Tekek and is well-equipped with facilities. As a protected area, only activities that do not harm or destroy marine life such as snorkelling, scuba diving, swimming and underwater photography are permitted. Fishing is not allowed within 3km radius of the island. Coral and shellfish gathering and other damaging activities are strictly forbidden.
This island is the perfect spot for a host of watersports activities such swimming, boating or simply cruise in a glass-bottomed boat to enjoy the breathtaking marine beauty. For a taste of adventure, you can content the waves in a kayak or glide over the clear waters by windsurfing.
Tioman offers many attractions for divers of all levels. Most dive operators cater to varied preferences; from introductory dives, night dives to technical diving. PADI certification courses are also conducted on the island. Dolphins have been spotted around Tioman. If you’re lucky, you’ll be greeted by these friendly mammals during island-hopping trips.
Tioman At Glance
Tioman Island or Pulau Tioman lies about 45km of the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. The island temperature ranging from 28c to 30c and the water temperature is 28c.
This island has basic but adequate facilities
for tourists. Pay phone can be used with Telekom cards while cellular communication is available through Maxis, Celcom and Digi (depending on the area you are). Visitors can access the internet at cybercafés found around the island.
If you have any emergency case, 24-hour medical clinic service is available at Berjaya Tioman Beach, Golf & Spa Resort. Government clinic are located at Genting, Mukut and Tekek and operate from 8.00am till 5.00pm. Visitors are advised to make prior financial arrangements on the mainland. Major credit cards are accepted at selected resorts and retail outlets.
An Island Legend
A legend synonymous with the island is the tale of a beautiful dragon princess. On her way from China to visit her prince in Singapore, this fabled maiden stopped to seek in the crystal-clear waters of the South China Sea. Enchanted by the charms of the place, she decided to discontinue her journey. The princess took the form of an island and pledged to offer shelter and comfort to passing travellers. Till today, the island bears startling resemblance to a sleeping dragon.
