Sibu
is one of Malaysia's unspoilt islands off the Peninsula's East Coast,
facing the South China Sea. It is made up of several islands namely
Sibu Besar Island, Sibu Tengah Island, Sibu Kukus Island and Sibu
Hujung Island.
Approximately
6 km long and 1 km wide, the island abounds with lush tropical vegetation,
and is noted for its beaches, hills, cliffs and exotic bird population.
Sibu
has retained much of its natural beauty and tranquility. Almost
untouched by progress, Sibu Island is the perfect hideaway from
the rat-race of city life.
On
the Southern end there is a small fishing village with a population
of less than a hundred people. The local village continues to take
out a living off the seas and a few of the younger generation option
to work at the nearby resorts for a steadier income and a change
of lifestyle.
The
main activities on the island are snorkelling and diving. However
one can take walks in the jungle to the fishing village or to the
other resorts. There are pathways to most of these places. Fishing
trips are regularly organized for the avid fishermen. Boat trips
to the other islands can be arranged at the resort.
There
are four main beaches on the Eastern side of Sibu where most of
the beach resorts are located. Sibu Island Cabanas is situated on
a beautiful long stretch of beach, facing Tinggi Island. The coral
reefs are only a few minutes walk from the resort. |
