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.
