Redang Island Dive Tours

DIVE
REDANG ISLAND
WITH REEFCOMBER TOURS

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This island with its rich diversity of marine life is heaven for snorkellers and divers. Redang offers nature lovers an adventure holiday where you get away and relax in the solitude and serene beauty of these tropical isles. Nature is at its best here - fresh air, gleaming soft white sand and crystal clear water. This is an excellent value for money holiday.
The Palau Redang Archipelago is a paradise in the South China Sea. It consists of 9 islands and with its rich diversity of marine life is heaven for snorkellers and divers. Redang offers nature lovers an adventure holiday where you get away and relax in the solitude and serene beauty of these tropical isles. Nature is at its best here - fresh air, gleaming soft white sand and crystal clear water.

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Diving:

There are approximately 20 dive sites around these islands. Here are some of the sites:

Mak Chantik: This submerged reef is the most popular site in Pulau Redang. Average depth is 18 metres. This reef supports many species of coral fishes including a number of stingrays and yellow tailed barracudas.
Tanjung Tokong: Located at the northern cape of Pulau Redang, this site covers a large area. Average depth is 20 metres. There is a resident Napoleon Wrasse which guards this place.
Tombstone: Large formation of limestone rocks form dramatic walls which rise from the sandy bottom 20 metres deep. These rocks look like temples and there are a few swim-throughs to enjoy in this area.
Redang House Reef: The house reef is a small cape between two long beautiful beaches in Redang, where most lower budget chalets are. It is a popular snorkeling site as well as a shallow dive site. Parrot fish, sergeant major, and common tropical reef fish are abundant here.
Big Mount: Claimed to be the best dive site in Redang, this underwater mount is under 35 metres of water with its tip at 18 metres. Some area are covered with gorgonian corals and black corals.
Pulau Pinang (Marine Park): Being one of the most visited islands in Redang, this dive site is an excellent location for beginners. Average depth is about 12 metres. Dense coral growth can be seen in the shallow side. There is also a wreck which makes an interesting place for advanced students to explore their first wreck here.

Itinerary :

Sat: transfer to Redang Island by boat
7 nights accommodation Redang Beach Resort in air conditioned chalets, accommodation is very simple, take own beach and bath towels.
All meals and refreshments excl juices, carbonated and alcoholic drinks. Meals reflect the culture of the region, you may wish to take some "Westernised" snacks along
7 dives with tanks/weights, Dive guides, Boat transfer to dive locations
Sat: Transfer to Kuala Terengganu for flight to Kuala Lumpur. Upon arrival in Kuala Lumpur, you have the rest of day and night at leisure for sightseeing

Accommodation :

is recognised as one of the best coral and marine ecosystems in Malaysia, and is fast becoming a major eco-tourist attraction and one of the country's premier marine parks. Amidst this idyllic setting is the Berjaya Redang Beach Resort which houses 152 Malaysian style chalets or suites with ensuite bathrooms.
Room facilities include individually controlled air-conditioning, international direct dail, colour TV with in-house movies, CNN, coffee and tea making facilities, minibar and piped-in music.
There are 3 food & beverage outlets which include a karaoke lounge and bar. Recreational activities include sea sport activities, jungle trekking, a games room and round island tours.
Additional services offered include laundry, safe deposit boxes, foreign currency exchange, baby sitting services and parcel and postal services.
*PADI dive centre *sea sports facilities - sailing, windsurfing, snorkeling, canoeing, deep sea fishing *golf course *tennis *swimming pool *jungle trekking *tours around the island *secluded white sandy beach *games room *Major credit cards accepted *laundry *safe deposit boxes *foreign currency exchange *ferry services *baby sitting services (upon request) *parcel and postal services *gift shop *Palms "All Day" Dining Restaurant*Ocean Terrace Lounge and Bar *Karaoke Lounge and Bar *Lobby Lounge Bar *Beach Grill (seasonal)

Cost :

From R 8745 per person sharing + R 350 taxes

Includes -
* return airfare on Air Malaysia departing Thu, Fri, Sat
* 7 Nights accommodation.
* Daily Breakfast.
* 1 Set/buffet dinner (rest of dinners at your own arrangements)
* Welcome Drink
Excludes Diving

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