KAPAS ISLAND

INTRODUCTION

                   Kapas Island is located at the coast of Terengganu. Kapas Island means Cotton Island in Malay and this peculiar name is attributed to the pure white beaches that are the trademark of this island. This Kapas Island is much smaller than Perhentian Island and Redang Island. Moreover, it is promoted as a snorkelling paradise, with several dive resorts and coral reefs. People who visit Kapas Island also can do some activities like jungle trekking and they also can take just a couple hours to walk along beautiful beach from one end to the other end passing all the holiday resort. 

ACCOMODATION

Ri-Yaz Heritage Marina Resort & Spa

                 Ri-Yaz Heritage Marina Resort & Spa is a five star hotel which is located only 7.8 km from the city center of Kuala Terengganu. It located near to Ho Anna Kiong Temple, Terengganu State Museum and Tian Hao Chinese Temple. This hotel is located near to the many local point of interest. So, tourist can visit at that places before or after reach at their accommodation places. In addition, Ri-Yaz Heritage Marina Resort & Spa is the one-stop destination for quality hotel accommodations in Kuala Terengganu.

Facilities

There are many facilities provides at this hotel which is usually included their charge according to the room selected. All room types will get a free Wi-Fi access and also free car park without any extra charge. Other than that, at this hotel it provides a fitness room, meeting facilities, airport transfer, business center and also a restaurant. For a family who have a babies can send their children to babysitting while doing an activities at Kapas Island.

Swimming Pool

Verandah Restaurant

Fitness Room

Room Types / Rates

There are five types of room provided at this hotel. It is a Deluxe Chalet, Executive Deluxe, Executive suite, Cemara Suite and Royal Suite. For the extra bed only at RM 55+ Per Night. There are no extra charges for children under 12 years old when then sharing room with their parents but the maximum number of children is only two persons. In addition, for the long term and group rates are available only when requested. For the limousine and transport shuttles also available at this hotel.

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Tanjung Jara Resort

                    Tanjong Jara Resort is a sanctuary of luxury and well-being steeped in age-old Malay traditions which is located on the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Its internationally acclaimed architecture is inspired by the elegance and grandeur of 17th century Malay palaces. Their an environment can make whoever came to the hotel feel more relaxing and it take time to rediscover yourself, your family or your friends.  

Facilities

There are many facilities provided at Tanjung Jara Resort. It includes :

Conference Hall

This conference hall can accommodate between
80 until 100 people in one time. Besides, it located
near to the tennis court. Themes event also can
 be organised by this resort upon a requested.

Library

The library is located in a quite places
which is guest can relax their mind
while reading some magazines or
novel provided in the library.

Gift Shop & Boutique

We can get a souvenir from this
shop for family members or friends.

It located behind the reception area.
It include local handicraft and

also batik.

 Tennis Courts

This tennis court is situated near The Spa Village.
There are two tennis courts which open daily
at no extra charge. Rackets are available and
 may be purchased at the Gift Shop.

Room types / Rates

There are six types of room at this Tanjung Jara Resort. It is a Anjung Suite, Anjung Room, Serambi Sea View Room, Bumbung Sea View Room, Serambi Room and Bumbung Room.

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FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Food and beverages usually will included to you accommodation package. Some hotel or resort will take an extra charge for BBQ near to the beach at night.

ATTRACTION AND ACTIVITIES

Snorkelling

Kapas Island offers an excellent snorkelling. There is plenty to see and the water is calm, making it pleasant experience for the whole family. There are many species you can see while snorkelling. It includes turtles, sea cucumbers, angelfish and also giant clams. Other than that, there are plenty of hard and soft corals including sea anemones with tiny clownfish hiding between their tentacles. 

Scuba Diving

The key attraction for diving at Kapas Island is the World WarII shipwreck located 5 nautical miles offshore. The outer reefs on her seaward side has are good diving spots as well. We also need to protect underwater world with follow all rules provided.

Jungle Trekking

It about 45 minute trek from the jetty to Kapas View Point. It is one of the favourite routes to take because the spectacular view from the top is a well-earned reward for a sweaty walk.  

HOW TO GET THERE

There are many ways we can reach at Kapas Island :

By Bus

Journey by bus usually take 5 - 6 hours from Kuala Lumpur. The nearest destination is Kuala Terengganu. There are daily local bus services to Marang town. There are boat operators and travel agents at Marang jetty that provides boat and tour packages to Pulau Kapas.

By Air

Malaysian Airlines, Air Asia and Firefly fly provide a direct routes either from Kuala Lumpur or Singapore. Journey will takes half an hour to Marang Jetty from Kuala Terengganu Airport. We can take a taxi or car rental services at airport to reach at Marang Jetty.

By Car

It will take about 5 – 6 hours if you drive from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu. Marang is about 18 km before we get to Kuala Terengganu.

The boat services starts as early as 8.00 am and last boat usually by 5.00 pm but it depends upon the weather condition. It is advisable to catch the early morning boat. 

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