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Kenyir
Lake (Tasik Kenyir)
Location Map I How to get there I Pengkalan
Gawi I Activities I Fishes I Hilly Regions
I Caves I Waterfalls
Located approximately 55 km from Kuaia Terengganu,
the Kenyir Lake is reputed to be one of
the largest and most fascinating man-made
lake in the world. Covering an area of 369
sq km, it is also Malaysia's largest rock-filled
hydroelectric dam. When the area was inundated
by water, most of the hills were above the
water level, thus creating about 340 man-made
islands. Surrounded by a
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lush tropical jungle, the Kenyir Lake is
a popular and ideal retreat for nature lovers,
anglers, photo enthusiasts and fun seekers.
Some of the activities which could be carried
out here are fishing, swimming, canoeing,
boating and jungle trekking. Due to the
cleanliness of the lake and abundance of
food supply, the Kenyir Lake has a wide
variety of fresh water fish such as Baung,
Toman, Kelisa and Lampam. Accommodation
such as houseboats, floating chalets and
lakeside resorts are also available to visitors.
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Kapas
Island (Pulau Kapas)
Kapas Island abounds in numerous deserted,
white sandy beaches lined with shady palm
trees to make a perfect niche to laze on.
Relaxation is the foremost occupation here.
It offer a refreshing change from everyday
haste.
The island is just 4 nautical miles from Marang.
It's is an ideal place to break away and chill
it out. Kapas Island is made up of two islands
Gem Island (Pulau Gemia) and Kapas Island.
Kapas Island is about easy access, choices
and plenty of bargain. Places to stay ranging
from camping sites to
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dormitory to island resorts with en suite
facilities. Only thing that never change
on this island is the constant number of
backpackers arriving and departing each
day. July, August and the local holidays
are the best times to go.
An island famous for its clear waters, sandy
white beaches and swaying palms, it is relatively
isolated. Home to an infinite variety of
hard and soft corals, the waters around
the island abound with seashells, fish and
turtles.
The island's laid back atmosphere is ideal
for relaxation but the more adventurous
will find it is also a haven for swimming,
snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaking, boating
and fishing. Kapas has somehow become the
refuge of those who refuse or could not
join the Perhentian' crowd. The island is
favorite with the local people in the very
high season and the public holidays.
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Perhentian
Island (Pulau Perhentian)
The two Perhentian Islands are rated as some
of the most beautiful islands in the world…a
virtual paradise for snorkeling and diving
in crystal-clear water or just for lazing
on one of the white sandy beaches waiting
for the coconuts to drop.
Perhentian Islands is located in the South
China Sea 25 km from the coast of Kuala Besut.
It consists of two islands, Pulau Perhentian
Besar and Pulau Perhentian Kecil. Both islands
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surrounded by beautiful
palm-fringed sandy beaches andcrystal-clear
turquoise-blue sea. A trip to this lush
and exotic tropical island is a must for
all nature lovers and those who enjoy scuba
diving, snorkeling, deep sea fishing, swimming,
wind surfing, sailing, boating and canoeing.
All manner of aquatic life is visible both
near and far from the beach such as turtles,
sharks, coral and thousands of tropical
fish. The interior is covered by jungle
with a wide variety of species. You can
watch monitor lizards, monkeys, geckos,
flying squirrels, butterflies and many other
types - sometimes right in front of your
chalet. There are no roads and not many
paths, so the islands are mainly peaceful
and untouched - so far.
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