Pahang, the largest state in Peninsular Malaysia, is also home to Tioman, an enchanting island in the South China Sea. The state is blessed with a beautiful coastime, which offers endless tropical bliss for sun-seekers.
Tioman is the largest and most developed of the volcanic islands that form the Tioman Marine Park. According to legend, the island is the final resting place of a beautiful dragon princess. Till today, the island bears startling resemblance to a sleeping dragon.
A sense of peace, tranquility and simplicity embraces visitors upon arrival.
The water around Tioman are ideal for a host of water sports activities, including swimming, boating, kayaking or windsurfing. Its warm water and good visibility make it a paradise for underwater explorations. Discover astounding sight such as colorful gorgonian sea fans, stag horn corals, nudibranchs and beautifully sculptured sea sponges. Marine life such as Napoleon fish, golden striped trivially, bump head parrotfish and shoals of fusiliers swim playfully in the depths.
Those without a strong affinity to water can still enjoy these sights in a glass-bottomed boat. Divers will enjoy trips to outlying islands as it provides opportunities to encounter harmless clack-tip sharks, murray eels and other pelagic species.
For touch of adventure, take a boat ride to Monkey Beach, or the uninhabited islands of Tulai and Renggis for a swim and a picnic.
There are several villages scattered around the island's coastline, the larger ones being Salang, Tekek, Genting, Paya and Juara. Each village offers a different atmosphere and will be a unique experience to enjoy.
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