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.
Pulau Redang, Malaysia, offers some of the best diving and snorkelling in this part of the world with its rich marine life, sandy beaches and clear waters.
Redang has a high biodiversity of marine life, offering 80% of species found in the 'coral triangle' (an area bounded by the Philippines, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea known to have the highest number of marine species in the world). There is no better way to experience the marine life than to go diving.
Pulau Redang, Malaysia, offers some of the best diving and snorkelling in this part of the world with its rich marine life, sandy beaches and clear waters.
Redang has a high biodiversity of marine life, offering 80% of species found in the 'coral triangle' (an area bounded by the Philippines, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea known to have the highest number of marine species in the world). There is no better way to experience the marine life than to go diving.
Redang offers many different dive sites to suit all kinds of skill levels, from beach dives, shallow dives to challenging deep dives. There are beautiful hard and soft coral gardens as well as sandy bottom sites offering muck dives. The dive sites are all located nearby and are quickly accessible by speedboat.
Dive centres are found at most resorts and offer PADI/NAUI dive courses as well as 'discovery dives' for non-divers eager to experience diving. Guests are free to use any dive centre they wish though it's usually more convenient to use the dive centre at the resort one is staying at.
Quick Info:
Accommodation :Resort
Highlights : Idyllic paradise surroundings, crystal clear waters.
Average cost of a dive : $20
Dive Sites : 15+
Dive Operators : 10+
Getting there : Boat from mainland 45 minutes
Off Season : Nov / Feb