|  Located 45
km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu is the largest of a group of
islands dotting the South China Sea off the Terengganu coast. The
island offers crystal clear waters and numerous dive sites for the
enthusiast. Sheltered within the Pulau Redang Marine Park, the waters
here abound with marine life. At mid-day, when the rays of the sun
penetrate the sea, brilliant hues of coral, anemones and calms may
be seen.
The waters around Pulau Redang also contain two historic shipwrecks.
The H.M.S. Prince of Wales and H.M.S. Repulse were sunk here at
the start of World War II, setting the stage for the Japanese occupation
of Malaya.
This paradise island is perfect for snorkeling, swimming, scuba
diving, jungle trekking, boating and canoeing. No fishing is allowed
within a 3.2 km radius of the island as Pulau Redang is gazetted
as a marine park. The collection of corals and other aquatic life
is also prohibited.
The adjacent islands
of Pulau Ekor Tebu, Pulau Paku, Pulau Pinang, Pulau Kerengga, Pulau
Pasir Kechil and Pulau Lima are excellent for snorkelers as well.
 Expect to find numerous cowries, spider shells and a large
aggregation of Christmas tree worms carpeting coral rocks, damselfish,
butterflyfish, chromis, wrasses, rabbitfish, parrotfish and lionfish
inhabit the coral garden. "Picture Wall" is a small coral
facade brimming with sea fans and corals. "Cathedral Arches"
a magnificently varied canyon network.
 This boulder terrain presents itself for exploration; canyons
and crevisses are patrolled by huge groupers. "Turtle Bay",
at the northern end of the island, is a good place to spot large
groups of sea turtles.
"Mini
Mount" is a perfect spot for night diving. Divers are awaited
by abundance of night creatures foraging for food around the reef.
Plan to dive around 15m of dept, inspect under the fold of soft
coral for cowries with its mantle fully extended, banded shrimp,
crabs, sea-cucumbers, colourful sea urchins, spiny lobsters and
the occasional octopus.
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