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yuet29 Says: Went for snorkeling, a lot of dead corals but surprisingly, a variety of fish as well. Saw various type or parrot fish, nice nice. The ground is pretty shallow, and there are plenty of sea rambutan, so mind your foot!
hash09 Says: EEmmm.... i was thinking on what to do on that night as i was sitting at the bar but no drink is serve on that night... hehehehe
hash09 Says: i think there are a lots of people doing fishing around the beach where i was staying. day and night there always a people doing this activity, kapas also can consider as a place for relaxing while fishing... hehehehe
hash09 Says: Snorkeling around the beach area kind of fun too, not many people doing it at that time as the raining always around the coner, so not many activities you can do.
hash09 Says: I belived if you going to Kapas island during high seasons, sure the beach look very blue and clear water also beautiful. i went there during wet seasons, so the beaches wasn't look nice as it supposed to be. but there are plently of people around the island as it was on...
sern Says: If you come with a gang of friends, then volleyball is one of the best activities ti kill your time. If you are alone, dont forget to bring along a good book.
Light House / Rumah Panjang Kapten: Light House / Rumah Panjang Kapten
yuet29 Says: I dont like this place. The concept of the long house is pretty good but the maintenance of the room is terrible. The windows cannot be locked and people can easily crawl inside the room.We locked the door at night from inside and in the middle of the night someone 'bang'...
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Pak ya stall is just next to the jetty when u arrive at Kapas island, this is the only place i visit during my 1 day and 1 night stay on the island. but the services, oh my god.... even i am going to hunt for a fishes at the beach, my food still not ready.
anyway, if you would like to eat at other places at chalet, perhaps it even more expensive.
Written May 8, 2007
The light house bar: Quiet night at the bar
hash09 Says: This bar located at The light house, this is the only bar avilable at the island. to bad it pretty quiet when i was there, and there will be another bar opening which located near to makcik gemok resort. it seems nice place to chill out at.
the light house: ..chill out..
eelaine Says: this is the only pub on the island.. great place to sit and chill out.. meet ppl from all over the world.. the owner looks like bob marley.. having travelled the world, he will always have an interesting story for you.. definitely the place to go for some beer and a chat.....
yuet29 Says: Walk around Kapas Island. The shore is short, one way takes around 30 minutes.. very fine sandy beach
yuet29 Says: The gateway to Kapas Island is from Marang, jetty located 15km away from Kuala Terengganu (20 minutes bus ride). You can get the bus from Kuala Terengganu bus terminal, bus heading to Dungun or anywhere south can drop you on the way. Bus tix cost RM1.5-1.7 depends on the...
sern Says: Take bus from kuala Terengganu to Marang, which cost about RM1.50. Generally, the earliest boat to Pulau Kapas is at 9.00am, but it depends on the number of passengers and the weather condition. The round-trip boat fare to Pulau Kapas is RM30. Dont forget t o make earlier...
eelaine Says: it's pretty easy to get to pulau kapas.. from anywhere in malaysia, just get yourself to kuala terengganu.. then take a taxi to marang jetty.. it's only a 15 minutes boat ride from there.. boat ride costs about rm25 per person one way..
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Although you are swimming near to the beach here in Pulau Kapas, beware of stepping on this sea urchin especially during low ride. Friend of mine stepped on some urchins and it was quite a painful experience for him. Wear boots for safety.
Written Aug 18, 2006
Phone: 0126230441
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As the groceries and goods are being transported from the main land and we the tourist do not have a choice even. Foods, cigarettes and mineral waters are being sold in higher price than the mainland. This what I had experienced during my last visit.
Fun Alternatives: Buy few packets of cigarettes & water before boarding the boat to Pulau Kapas. For foods, we still need to buy from the island.
Written Aug 18, 2006
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The reefs surrounding Pulau Kapas ranges in depth from 3-20 metres. It has good marine life and coral despite being located so close to the mainland (only 6km from the coastal village of Marang). Varieties of fish that can be seen here include Moorish idols, Wrasses, and Butterfly fishes.
The best time to go diving is between the months of May and October as the visibility is excellent. However, it is best not to visit the island between the months of November and February as it is affected by the northeast monsoon. There can be days when the rain is heavier than usual and the waves can get quite big.
During the months of April to August, green and hawksbill turtles come onshore to lay eggs. Pulau Kapas has also become a popular place for squid fishing especially in the month of June.
Written Mar 14, 2005
Phone: 60124496540
hash09 Says: If you have afew friends come along with you, this is part of interesting activity you can do, and perhaps just join other people playing valleyball... it always fun day at the beach with do some exercise.
hash09 Says: Kayaking is a fun activity around this island, you can go around the island as the island is very small and easy to go here and there. i am not sure how much to rent the kayak itself. anyway, you always can go and survey.
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Favorite thing: On the way to Pulau Kapas with slow boat. If you also choose the slow-boat, i recommend ear plugs too; the noise(put-put-put...)is infernal and you have to shout if you want some conversation.
But the feeling is unbelievable; sitting on the deck, sun is shining and you can close your eyes and smell the salty South-China Sea.
Updated Nov 20, 2002
It was an invitation to accompany a friend that puts Pulau Kapas on my travel list. He was on a week leave and planned to go for a vacation. No others to join him, so I agreed to go with him. It was a...
Kapas is not in my travel list in May, but as i would like to get a ticket to Jerteh or to Kuala besut at terengganu, all the ticket finished a week before my travel day to Perhentian island, then i...
I like this small island, which offers crystal clear water. Not too touristy and commercialised, a good place for relaxation. More importantly, cheap challets can be easily found here.
Kapas Island Pulau Kapas (Kapas Island) and its neighbouring island Pulau Gemia are two popular day excursion and overnight destinations for locals and foreign tourists seeking a quick gateway to a...
Kapas(or 'cotton') Island, Terengganu
Kapas is little island not more than 20 minutes away by boat from the sleepy village of Marang, Kuala Terengganu. This little paradise is just off the Terengganu coast and is a pleasant getaway for......
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