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From a sleepy fishing village, Pulau Redang (Redang Island) has grown into one of the most popular tourist destinations on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. The reefs of the Redang archipelago are home to over 55 genera of corals and 100 species of fish. Every year, Pulau Redang attracts thousands of visitors who come to enjoy the sun, beaches and spectacular marine life
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Kapas island is just 4 nautical miles from Marang. It's is an ideal place to break away and chill it out. Pulau Kapas is made up of two islands Pulau Gemia and Pulau Kapas. Pulau Kapas is about easy access, choices and plenty of bargain. Places to stay ranging from camping sites to dormitory to island resorts with en suite facilities. Only thing that never change on this island is the constant number of backpackers arriving and departing each day.

The reefs surrounding Pulau Kapas ranges in depth from 3-20 metres. It has good marine life and coral despite being located so close to the mainland (only 6km from the coastal village of Marang). Varieties of fish that can be seen here include Moorish idols, Wrasses, and Butterfly fishes.

The best time to go diving is between the months of May and October as the visibility is excellent. However, it is best not to visit the island between the months of November and February as it is affected by the northeast monsoon. There can be days when the rain is heavier than usual and the waves can get quite big. Getting There Marang Jetty
Marang is a a picturesque fishing village 30 minutes south of Kuala Terengganu. The only jetty to the Kapas Island.

By Boat
The only way to go there is by the sea especially a boat services from Marang.
Boat from Marang to Kapas Island take about 10 minutes journey by fast boat, RM30 / person / 2 ways. Boat transfer service may start as early as 7:00.

By bus
Take the express coach to the bus terminal Tanjung, Kuala Terengganu. Take a taxi from the bus station Tanjung to Marang. There are no bus services directly to the Marang jetty. In Kuala Terengganu you can either charter a taxi or a van to take you to the Marang jetty.

By flight
Direct air services from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu are provided by Malaysia Airlines on a daily basis and Air Asia.

NOTE: A taxi from Kuala Terengganu airport or the bus terminal costs RM 30.00 per cab for the journey to Marang Jetty. Activity Snorkeling - It is promoted as a "snorkeling paradise", with several dive resorts and coral reefs.Explore the most varied marine life among the many coral reefs around the island. Snorkeling and underwater diving is popular along stretches of shallow coral reefs of the island's western shore.

Diving - A few dive shops offer the basic gears and instructions.The key attraction for diving at Pulau Kapas is the World WarII shipwreck located 5 nautical miles offshore.

Fishing - March till October every year is always the best season to throw your hook to the sea. Experienced anglers usually come in prepared. Boats are available for rental in most of the resort.

Jungle trekking - Pulau Perhentian's lush rain forest on the island is a particularly favorable destination for trekking, as the island's remarkable biodiversity is matched by a good network of jungle trails where one can experience the hundreds of species of flora and animal inhabitants.

Windsurfing - Pulau Kapas is well know as the place for windsurfing, for those who like the sea-sport, must try it out!!
 
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