Featuring beaches awash in the waters of the South China Sea, Tioman is one of Malaysia’s biggest and most beautiful islands. Tioman offers some of the best and most easily accessible dive sites in the world plus it’s also one of the cheapest places in the world to get a PADI certification.

What can we do at Tioman Island?

Here are the best things to do on Tioman Island:

1. Sunbathe on Paya Beach. Source: Atfie SahidMY / shutterstock Paya Beach.
2. Dine at Riverside Cafe.
3. Meet the fishermen at Genting Village.
4. Learn to dive.
5. Go surfing at Juara Beach.
6. Hike to Asah Waterfall.
7. Sample the seafood at ABCD Restaurant.
8. Relax at Mukut.

Which part of Tioman Island is the best?

Top 11 Best Beach In Tioman Island

1. Nipah Beach. On the west coast of Tioman Island, is Nipah Beach.
2. Air Batang Beach. A hike-worthy jungle trail connects this beach to Air Batang village (or ABC village) and Salang village.
3. Tekek Beach/ Berjaya Beach.
4. Salang Beach.
5. Genting Beach.
6. Paya Beach.
7. Mukut Beach.
8. Juara Beach.

What is the best in Tioman?

29 Best Things To Do In Tioman Island

• Snorkel By The Beach.
• Take A Snorkelling Trip To Coral Island or Renggis Island.
• Experience Scuba Diving.
• Ride On The Banana Boat With Friends.
• Kayak Into The Middle Of The Sea.
• Race With Friends In The Forest Via ATV Ride.
• Sunbathing On The Paya Beach.
• Have A Splash At Asah Waterfall.

What is the best time to visit Tioman?

The best time to visit Tioman is between March and October. The northeast monsoon transforms this tropical gem into a desolated place between the end of October and the beginning of March; many resorts are closed during this period.

What is there to do in Tioman at night?

The best things to do in Tioman at night are listed below:

• Enjoy the Sunset View.
• Sky Gazing.
• Enjoy Karaoke.
• Have a Relaxing Massage.
• Tioman Cabana Beach Bar.
• Visit Bar Ruma.
• Paya Beach Resort’s Bar.
• Festivity at Tioman’s Juara Beach Resort.

How do you get around Tioman Island?

The best way to get around the island is by taxi boat or by foot. The island is covered in lush tropical jungle and only the coastal part is inhabited. There is a small path around the island perfect for hiking. Trekking can be done from Tekek to Monkey Bay and from Tetek to Juara.

Is Tioman island safe?

Tioman island is safe for women, it’s further north than the islands around Borneo, where a group of tourists got kidnapped off last year.

Can I fly to Tioman Island?

The only airline that flies to Tioman Island Airport is Berjaya Air. Departing from Kuala Lumpur, the Dash-7 turboprop aircrafts that fly this route have 48 seats. Please note that because it is a small aircraft, passengers are allowed to bring luggage weighing a maximum of 10 kilograms.

How can I go to Tioman by flight?

Flying: Don’t count on flying to Tioman Island. Although Pulau Tioman has its own tiny airport (airport code: TOD), the service was suspended in 2014. Berjaya Air once operated daily flights from Kuala Lumpur. Instead, get to Mersing and grab one of the Bluewater Express ferries over to the island.

Is there an ATM on Pulau Tioman Island?

The only ATM on Tioman Island is in Tekek, the main village. You should bring enough cash money to last your whole trip in case the ATM is experiencing issues. Decent Wi-Fi can be difficult to find at cafes and restaurants on the island. Ensure your resort has Wi-Fi if staying connected is important to you.

Is there duty free beer on Pulau Tioman?

Harassment by monkeys and python spottings are somewhat common, as is duty-free beer at 50 cents per can. (Same as far away Langkawi, Tioman Island is designated as a duty-free island.) Like other islands that require some effort to reach, Pulau Tioman rewards visitors with that rough-and-tumble tropical island feel.

How to get to Pulau Tioman from Mersing?

(Same as far away Langkawi, Tioman Island is designated as a duty-free island.) Like other islands that require some effort to reach, Pulau Tioman rewards visitors with that rough-and-tumble tropical island feel. Ferry: Most visitors get to Tioman via ferry from the port town of Mersing (you can also take a ferry from Tanjung Gemok).

What do you need to know about Tioman Island?

Used as a navigation point and source of fresh water for weary fisherman, Tioman Island has been used as a beacon for nautical exploration. Trading ships once used it as a port and it was even host to Japanese and British navies in WWII. In fact, you can even dive off the coast to see the remains of the HMS Repulse and HMS Prince of Wales.