Saturday, 25 May 2013

LANG TENGAH ISLAND (TERENGGANU)

     

     Lang Tengah Island is located between the two very popular tropical islands Perhentian and Redang northeast of the Peninsular Malaysia. Compared to Perhentian and Redang it is a small island, people mainly visit the island to dive and snorkel (and relax at the beautiful secluded beaches). There are no roads on the island (except for a few jungle paths); the only way to get around is by boat. Most tourists stay at their resort, besides the daily snorkeling and diving trips you can do some light hiking or kayaking. Meals are enjoyed at the resort. Lang Tengah is quieter compared to the neighboring islands, less tourists visit the island which means it has a more secluded feel to it

     To travel to the island you will have to take the bus or airplane to Kuala Terengganu or Kota Bharu (quickest way is via Kuala Terengganu). There are daily flights to both cities (operated by Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia). The bus is by far the cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu; there are daily busses that depart from Puduraya bus station. From Kuala Terengganu, you can take a bus or taxi to Merang (a 45 minute drive to the north); where the ferry takes you to Lang Tengah in about 30 minutes. The taxi is the easiest but also the most expensive method of transport to Merang (around RM40 from Kuala Terengganu). Do not confuse Merang with Marang; the small coastal town south of Kuala Terengganu where the boat to Kapas Island departs.

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