Tioman Island
About 56km off the coast of
Pahang lies Tioman Island, an
alluring holiday paradise in
the South China Sea.
Acclaimed
as one of the best island
getaways in the world, Tioman
was the location of the
Hollywood musical, 'South
Pacific' in 1959.
According to legend, this
island is the final resting
place of a mythical dragon
princess. The warm waters and
good visibility make Tioman a
paradise for divers.
Discover astounding sights
such as colourful Gorgonian
sea fans, Staghorn corals,
nudibranchs and beautifully
sculptured sea sponges.
Snorkellers can delight in
swimming alongside huge
Napoleon Wrasse, Golden
Striped Trevally, Bumphead
Parrotfish and shoals of
Fusiliers.
This island is an idyllic
spot
for leisurely days under the
sun. Swim in its emerald
waters, enjoy a stroll by the
beach or be lulled to sleep
by
the sound of the waves. There
are several villages
scattered
around the coastline, the
larger ones being Salang,
Tekek, Genting, Paya and
Juara.
Each village offers a
different and unique
atmosphere. Tioman's verdant
greenery is home to a
splendid
variety of plants and small
animals, including
butterflies, monitor lizards,
deer and monkeys. Its flora
and fauna have been featured
in National Geographic's
documentaries.
The island's granite
formations make for excellent
rock-climbing expeditions.
The
more adventurous can attempt
to scale the sheer cliff face
of the legendary Gunung Nenek
Semukut or Dragons Horns.
Berjaya Tioman Beach, Golf &
Spa Resort offers a luxurious
stay amidst a backdrop of
rolling hills and scenic
views.