What to Do in Redang Island in 4 Days? Travel Guide and Tips

Day 1

Pulau Redang Marine Park

Opening Hours: Open from 7:30am-10:00pm

Ticket Price: 5 MYR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: Pulau Redang, Kuala Terengganu, 21090

Pulau Redang Marine Park is a good place for snorkeling, the water is clear and you can see a variety of fish and marine life. There is also a large shipwreck underwater, which is a unique scenery. Going to the Ocean Park for snorkeling usually starts at 10:00 in the morning, the snorkeling time is about 1.5 hours, and returns to the pier at 11:30; You can buy some bread to feed the fish in the sea. It is recommended to use the food for feeding sea turtles, which will not disperse in the water.

Day 1 | Evening

Don’t forget to book The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort in advance, because all the tourists head to Pulau Redang Marine Park love staying at it.

The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort

The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort is ideally located on the north of Redang Island, in Teluk Dalam Kecil where the calm waters of the bay encourage a range of watersports.

Day 2 | Morning

Redang Island

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days

Location: Pulau Redang, 21090 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu

Redang Island is recognized as one of the most beautiful islands in Malaysia. It is located in the Redang Island Marine Park, where the movie "Summer Tea" was filmed. There are many resorts on the island for tourists to stay. The white sandy beaches here are delicate and beautiful, and diving courses are also available, and visitors can enjoy the unique scenery of the Southeast Asian coast from the bottom of the sea. The heart-shaped bay in the north of Redang Island is a 250-meter-long sandy beach. The sand here is fine, soft, pure and white, known as "Crystal Beach". The white sandy beach is extraordinarily pure and white against the clear blue-green water. Every time the sun sets in the west, it complements the gorgeous sunset on the coastline. It is a beautiful postcard when you take a photo. The waters near the diving resort of Redang Island have extremely clear waters, and the transparency of the sea water is very high. The transparency of the sea water of Redang Island under the sunlight can reach nearly 35 feet deep, which is an ideal place for diving enthusiasts. The waters here are very rich in marine life, including brightly colored coral groups, peculiarly shaped tropical fish and lazy swaying turtles, etc., which can be enjoyed while diving.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Jeje chue: really Love this island amazing coral crystal sea

Day 2 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Redang Island, don’t forget pay a visit to Lang Tengah Island.

Lang Tengah Island

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: Lang Tengah Island, Pulau Lang Tengah, Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia

Langzhong Island is a small island located between Perhentian Island and Redang Island, meaning the island where the eagle lives. Lang Tengah Island is very small and has few tourists, but it is beautiful and quiet. It is a well-known diving destination in Malaysia. From July to September, it is the peak travel season on Lang Tengah Island. Langzhong Island has the shadow of coconut trees, clear water and sand, the same color of sea and sky, as well as the colorful and magnificent underwater world. The scenery is no worse than Perhentian Island and Redang Island. In addition, it is also the filming location of the movie "Summer Happy Youyou". The scenery is beautiful and it is a good place for leisure and vacation. It should be noted that from November to February of the following year, the island will be closed due to strong winds and waves. Please avoid visiting during the island closure period.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: white sand, blue sea, fresh air, colourful fish..my family enjoyed so much at lang tengah..hotel sari pacifica booked using trip.com..lowest price compared to others..

Trip.com User: beautiful island with cystal clear sea... a great place for self discovery trip!!

Day 2 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Raia Hotel & Convention Centre Terengganu is the best places.

Raia Hotel & Convention Centre Terengganu

RAIA Hotel & Convention Centre Terengganu strategically located in Kuala Terengganu, situated only 1km away from the Sultan Mahmud Airport and is only 20-minute drive to town, conveniently accessible. TH Hotel & Convention Centre Terengganu positioning itself as a 4 star Shariah compliance hotel and convention centre. It features 182 well-appointed guest rooms and suites with modern facilities including State’s largest conference and banquet hall that can accommodate up to 1300 persons. The hotel offers guests a quiet and peaceful ambiance away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Besides, hotel also offers various type of facilities such as indoor and outdoor swimming pool, garden, playground, complimentary Wi-Fi and much more. All guest rooms feature a thoughtful amenities to ensure an unparalleled sense of comfort.

Day 3 | Morning

Pulau Pinang

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: Marine Park, 21090 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu

Ping An Island is one of the seven small islands near Redang Island. The management center of the Redang Island Marine Ecological Park formed by them is located on Ping An Island. The marine park research center on the island is a paradise for coexisting with tropical fish. There are more than 500 species of coral reefs and more than 1,300 species of tropical fish distributed on the seabed, making it a paradise for divers. Even if you can't swim, standing in the shallow waters, in the beautiful crystal waters, a group of curious fish will be attracted by this strange behemoth and circle around, and even try to launch harmless attacks. If you carry bread with you, you can quickly become their favorite friends.

Day 3 | Afternoon

More More Tea Inn nearby is the top choice before you leave Pulau Pinang and hit the road.

More More Tea Inn

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-0.5 Hours

Location: Hut in front of Laguna Redang Island Resort, Redang Island

A place famous because of a movie, but a romantic and beautiful one. The movie "Mummy Tea in Summer" made Redang Island famous. The colorful chalets built for the filming of the film later became one of the popular attractions and photo spots on Redang Island. Although the chalet has been demolished now, a red and green house built on the original site is still named "Mama Tea House" and attracts many tourists. Now the house is a shop on the first floor and a bar on the second floor. So far, the blue signboard of MoreMoreTeaInn in English still remains in front of the cottage. There is a heart-shaped wreath concave with flowers on the side of the hut, which is very suitable for couples to take pictures here. In addition, there are three human-shaped standing signs not far from the hut. They are the three male protagonists in the movie that year. They are shirtless, wearing floral pants, and playing guitar in their hands. The scene in the movie is reproduced, allowing people to relive the scene. A romantic and beautiful love story.

Day 3 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Sari Pacifica Resort & Spa Redang Island is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Sari Pacifica Resort & Spa Redang Island

Located on Malaysia’s famous Redang Island, Terengganu,Sari Pacifica Resort Redang Island gives you access to some of the best diving and snorkeling sites in this part of the world.
This boutique resort in Redang Island is located on Pasir Panjang (Long Beach), offering you white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, colourful marine life and a spectacular view of the South China Sea.
For your accommodation in Redang Island, Sari Pacifica Resort Redang Island has 70 elegant and well-equipped villas are available to make your stay memorable

Day 4

Pulau Kapas

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: Kapas Island, Terengganu

Pulau Kapas is famous for its crystal clear emerald green waters and white sandy beaches with dancing palm trees. Here is another dazzling underwater world and coral reef area. The waters here are completely uncontaminated and ideal for diving. Likewise, diving, surfing, canoeing and boating are also available here. Even without fun water activities such as snorkeling, windsurfing, and kayaking, Cotton Island's soft white sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, verdant jungles and fresh air are enough to make you feel refreshed. Lying on a beach lounger and enjoying the swaying shadows of the trees and the happy people is a wonderful experience. It's very quiet here on non-weekends.

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