Submerged, pristine marine empires await passionate divers. Countless fish and invertebrates that shelter among and encrust the rugged surface provided by the clumps, shelves and branches of corals are overwhelming in shapes and colors. All reminds us of a time when all life on earth existed in shallow, tropical seas. Amidst political issues, stability and safety of the nation, as well as the slowly recovering struggles from the last monetary crisis, I'm still able to find lots of love and hope in this beautiful country, especially when I'm underwater!

Consisting more than 17,000 islands, Indonesia IS the largest archipelago in the world, with at least 80,000 kilometers of coastline. As an Indonesian, I think it would be a total shame not to explore the rich waters of Indonesia. And it would be even more shameful to leave the explorations and discoveries to foreign divers who have enjoyed underwater adventures for decades in this country. So here I go. I'd like to think that I'm one of those avid divers who will jump in the clear blue waters of Indonesia at a drop of a hat. And you should too.

Just imagine, about 4,000 different fish species are found in Indonesian waters (over 25% of the planet's fish species), in comparison to the 1,000 found in the Red Sea or the 400 from the Caribbean. Apart from this, invertebrates proliferate throughout the hundreds of patch reefs, sheer walls and barriers reefs. Colorful nudibranch, pipe fishes and pigmy seahorses roam amongst the chrynoids, gorgonias and soft corals, a whole rainbow hue covering the entire extension of the reef walls. Big fish pop up every now and then, offering superb sights of big tunas, shoal or barracudas, manta rays and sharks galore. It is also possible to sight a rarity such as dugong, the impressive marine herbivorous relative of the manatees and the unique survivor of the syrenid order. And of course, let's not leave out the exciting possibilities to spot several species of cetaceans, from tiny porpoises to the huge Sperm whale.

Dive Bali

Bali, the Island of Gods, is located in the Lesser Sunda region, midway along Indonesia's southernmost chain of islands between Java and Lombok. The south coast of Bali just touches the easternmost edge of the Indian Ocean, while the north coast looks onto the Java Sea. To the southeast lies the islands of Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Penida and Ceningan, all of which offer excellent diving. The eastern coast offers Amen and Tulamben, while in Bali's northwestern waters lie the gorgeous Menjangan Island, a part of Bali Barat National Park, a protected conservation area.

Amed & Tulamben

Amed and Tulamben provide a picturesque combination of 30-meter-long coral walls, drop offs and slopes that are easy to access from the shore. These areas are actually Bali's greatest underwater charm, with their wide range and variety of sites. Experienced divers can tempt numerous sites, including Jemeluk Beach, Shipwreck, Gili Selang, Amed Wall, Tulamben Wall, Monkey Reef and Balu Kelebit. As you probably can guess, a dive on the 110-meter steel U.S. Liberty shipwreck from World War II, is the most favorit dive site of all times!

Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, and Ceningan

Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan and Ceningan is within easy access from Tanjung Benoa using dive operator boat or live-aboard vessel, or from Sanur by a traditional boat or jukung. Off vertical drop-offs. Over sand slopes. Off limestone shores. In roaming currents. In quiet bays. Along deep, coral-covered ridges. In short, all tastes are accommodated here. Furthermore, between June to November, if you're lucky, you can possibly encounter the rare, endangered and magnificent mola-mola (oceanic sunfish). Several recommended sites include Blue Corner, Crystal Bay and Manta Point.

Menjangan Island

It is easier to access the Island of Menjangan from the small town of Banyuwangi in East Java, rather than from Bali. But despite the long detour, its waters promise superb slope and wall diving all the way to 40-meter deep! Schools of big fish can be found easily here, hiding in numerous coral alleys decorated with sea-fans, hard corals and soft corals, quietly waiting to ambush their preys.

Padangbay & Candi Dasa

These two sites are only recommended for experienced divers due to the wild currents in both locations. But for those of you with Advance Open Water Diver qualifications, Padangbay and Candi Dasa, which are set between Mimpang Island and Tepekong Island, both display unique marine biodiversities, including plenty of “Nemo” or anemone fish, sweetlips and also sharks. Definitely worth fighting the currents!

Dive Banda

Dark blue waters of Banda Sea, blue as far as you can see. The depth and the vastness of this particular ocean is nevertheless quite intimidating. But out of the blue, six tiny islands come into view, out of nowhere, in the middle of nowhere, with a towering volcano in the middle of them all, like a confident guardian, humbling you infinitely. The historic Banda is where this nation started. The spice race around four centuries ago had led European traders to this unknown part of the world, looking for cloves and nutmegs, eventually causing the entire Indonesian archipelago to fall under Dutch colony for 350 years. Now, these islands are still regularly visited by people from all over the world. No longer by traders, but by divers! Why? Because this is simply… heaven.

Tanjung Burang

From afar, Banda Besar Island or also known as Lonthoir Island looks like a big wall hiding and protecting the smaller Neira Island and Mount Api from gusting wind and riotous waves. This biggest island in Banda extends its invitations to divers to its underwater treasure in Tanjung Burang. Ride a speedboat to reach this northernmost tip of Banda Besar Island to dive with thousands of marine organisms, such as gorgonias, sponges, crinoids dan ferns in the depth of around 30 meters.

Batu Kapal

If you enter Banda Islands from the north, this location is set in the "mouth" of Banda Neira, sandwiched perfectly between Neira Island and Mount Api. Above its waterline, Batu Kapal is only a small uninhabited rocky boulder in the middle of Banda Sea. But underwater, it offers a dramatic topography, displaying breathtaking underwater kingdoms, consisting of two drop offs that strategically divide this site into two zones, outer zone and inner zone. Dominated by intriguing black corals, marine lives such as mantas, gorgonias and sponges burst richly in vivid existence between these two zones. Pure volcanic diving sensation!

Run Island

The underwater delight surrounding Run Island provides plenty sites for everyone, from the amateur snorkelers to the most daring advanced divers. The "floor" of Run Island is carpeted with fertile underwater garden, offering an unmatched sense of wealth and beauty unknown to other parts of the world. To reach Run Island, just hire a speedboat from Banda Neira or hop on a regular fishermen boat from Ay Island.

Dive Komodo

Diving in Komodo National Park is definitely world-class diving! Situated 200 nautical miles east of Bali, between the islands of Flores and Sumbawa, the islands of the dragons, Rinca and Komodo Islands, are only two of the 175 islands in the Park (about 90% uninhabited). Both above and below the sea, Komodo represents a unique range of geological and biological diversity. On shore it is an amazing museum diorama of the Mesozoic-era dry tundra and reptilian supremacy, with the Komodo dragon, the world's largest living lizard, as its symbol that has claimed international fame, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage status.

In the sea, it's vibrant color and exotic life will enchant divers and snorkelers alike as endless schools of fish ride the waterways rushing up from deep sea vents. Below them the seabed is covered with a thick carpet of florescent corals and marine invertebrates, providing an underwater photographers paradise. The waters that surround the island are turbulent and teeming with unparallel marine life. The corals in Komodo National Park are pristine, with mantas, sharks, turtles, dolphins, dugong, many pelagic fish to the tiny pygmy seahorses, nudibranch, frog fish, scorpion fish and many more. You name it, Komodo's got it.

The sites vary from gentle easy coral slopes to heart-pounding adrenalin current rides, from the warm waters of the Flores Sea in the north to the chillier waters down south in the Indian Ocean. The underwater terrain is so varied with sheer cliff walls, pinnacles, sandy flat bottoms, underwater plateaus, slopes, caves, swim-throughs, channels, all with varying colors, sizes and types of corals, both hard and soft.

Bidadari Island

Angel steps, huge towers of stone, encrusted with hard and soft corals, fully covered in nudibranch, small caves and overhangs make this a very interesting and beautiful site, Dusky sharks, bumped-head parrot fish are among the bigger creatures you can see here. Cathedral Coral, a gentle slope covered with table corals of every color and schooling fish, a towering spire of coral with a small cave at it's base, all creates a home to some huge lobsters.

Sabolo Kecil & Sabolo Besar

Sabolo Kecil is a slope on the east side of this tiny island, with two underwater mounds at the southern end with fields of garden eels and sea pens. Schools of round bat fish are often seen coming quite close for some nice photography. While Sabolo Besar offers steep slopes off the southern and western sides of the bigger island, with fabulous coral coverage and a good chance of spotting Scorpion leaf fish.

Sebayur Kecil, Tatawa Besar & Tatawa Kecil

Sebayur Kecil features walls and slopes of every kind of coral you can imagine, teaming with wide variety of marine life. Mantas often seen here. Tatawa Besar's slope is packed with soft corals slowly changing to hard corals along the further end of the slope. Swim with lots of shoaling fish, rainbow runners, fusiliers, as well as turtles and black tip sharks. For advanced divers, never ever miss diving at Tatawa Kecil, which is also called the Current City. As the name implies, the site is washed by very strong currents, which is why it is among the many world class sites in the Komodo National Park. Schools of pelagic fish patrol the waters, which is best dived at slack tide.

Batu Bolong

A little further west from the Current City, a small rock outcrop with a hole through it is the surface mark of another world class site, only to be dived at slack tide or with a current not long from stopping or starting to run. These giant slabs of rock which disappear into the depths are an amazing sight to see, covered with every form of marine life and patrolled by giant trevallies, Napoleon Wrasse, sharks and turtles, with schools of barracuda sweeping in and out to check out the divers.

You will also often see the iconic Manta Rays at many of the sites. Whale sharks also have their season here, while whales and dolphins are often spotted from the boat. Furthermore, diving the Komodo National Park provides some fantastic conditions:

• Water temperature: 20 - 28 degrees Celsius (68 - 85 °F) , cooler water is experienced on the southern sites. Full 3 mm wetsuit is recommended. More active people will prefer a sports suit / skin suit in northern sites.

• Visibility: 10 - 50 meter all year round. Traditionally clearer water on northern sites.

• Current: Komodo experiences a strong tidal flow. However, not all sites are affected by current. Drift diving is excellent. But during spring tides, some sites are impossible to dive. Particular attention is placed on diving the correct sites at the most suitable time to ensure optimum conditions, in accordance with the preferences of the group.

• Night diving: The night diving in Komodo is breathtaking. The sheer beauty, color and diversity of life makes it a must see for all divers.

• Walls: There are numerous walls to choose from. Both drift and static wall dives are offered.

• Canyons: Huge chasms drop thousands of meters, fringed by extraordinary coral gardens.

• Critters: Found in all locations, offering encounters with unusual marine species.

• Others: Seamounts, fringing reefs, gutters, muck, and sandy locations are also found in the archipelago.

• Snorkeling: Komodo has one of the world's most famous snorkel sites (Pink Beach). Also a number of other first class locations.

 

What makes Batanes unique?

One of the most notable facts about Batanes is its claim to a zero crime rate. Violent crime is unheard of on the islands and even petty theft is a rare occurrence. Visitors who misplaced or lost personal items are told to visit the local radio station in Batanes so that an island-wide bulletin can be aired. Locals who have found items are also likely to drop them off at the station.

Batanes' Honesty Coffee Shop, believe it or not, there is no one minding the store. Instead, a clear plastic jar is left on the counter for customers to pay for their snacks and get their own change. It works under the honesty system. Softdrinks, instant coffee, candies, biscuits, noodles, chips and other snacks are available. This is one of the many things that make Batanes a unique place to visit.

Here are some other things that make Batanes unique among other tourist destinations in the world;

Batanes is a special place. Isolated from the rest of the country, it has evolved into a truly unique destination - unlike any other island in the Philippine archipelago. Batanes is absolutely pollution-free. No traffic jams. All you can see are beauty of nature.

Unique architecture of Ivatan houses made of thick lime and stone walls with cogon grass roof has made it a favorite attraction to visitors. They were built this way to endure typhoons that frequently hit the area.

Batanes is made up mostly of hills and mountains. Lush greenery tapers off to give way to stretches of sandy beaches and rocky shorelines.

Batanes is suitable to hardy, outdoor types who enjoy hiking over hills and vales, swimming and discovering a unique local culture, rather than indulging in material pleasures.

The people are different - a brave and skillful race of hardy, inscrutable survivors. They are notable for their honesty, industry and hospitability.

The topography coupled with its constant rainfall and strong winds have created a destination that is truly one-of-a-kind. The weather is different. In fact, the weather is the king.

The boats, the language, the crafts, and the wine (called palek-from sugarcane) - they are all different.

Aside from the festive town fiestas, free and natural beaches, trekking adventures, bird watching in October or fishing in summer, there are a lot of other local attractions worth visiting such as:

The undisturbed and unspoiled Sabtang Island, with its sandy beaches and rugged country trails make it a secret paradise.

Historic Churches in every town which were over 200 years old made of massive mixture of lime and stone.

Radar tukon in Basco rests on the hilltop overlooking a 360 degree view of the cliffs, hills and the seas around the island.

And the Interior road, a trail of unending countryside panoramic views, rock formations and rolling terrain

Other places of interest in Batanes include; House of Dakay (1887) a UNESCO heritage building; Mt. Iraya - A 1008-meter mountain on Batan Island; Mahatao View Deck; Burial Caves - Pre-historic burial caves in the town of Itbayat; Sumhao Wind Power Plant; Nakaboang Beach, Ark & Cave; Songsong Ruins; Beaches - Chadpidan Beach, White Beach; and Payaman - known as "Marlboro Country", a pasture overlooking farm fields & the Pacific Ocean.

The best time to visit Batanes is from February to July.

Believe it or not, this Island exist but as part of Australia. The population is about 3000 people live in various areas called the “Settlements.” The main ethnic population in the island is Chinese (70%) and the Europeans make about 20% and the Malay people make about another 10% of the population. The majority of the people practice Buddhism, followed closely by Islam and Christianity. This Island is relatively close to the Sunda Islands of Indonesia. This Island is perfect for birdwatchers and nature lovers since about more than half the Island is a national park.

Cocos Islands

Yes, yet another Island owned by Australia in the Indian Ocean but these Islands are significantly lower with about 1000 people living on these Islands. Majority of the people are either European or Cocos Malay with English as the major language spoken and Sunni Muslims making up 80% of the population. This island also uses the Australian Dollars are its official currency and is a close neighbor of the Christmas Island. The total number of Islands in the Cocos chain is about 27 Islands with only 2 Island inhabited. Europeans on one Island and the native malays on the other Island.

Comoros

The Union des Isles Comoros or the Comoros Island Union lies above the Madagascar Island near the entrance of the Mozambique channel. Even though Comoros gained independence in 1974, the people chose to stay with the French until 2004, where conflict led to the creation of 3 capitals with its own presidents and government systems. Currently about 700,000 people live on these 3 volcanic islands with Arabic and French as the major languages spoken. The religion composition of the Island is 98% Sunni Muslim and 2% Catholics. The main capital is Moroni and even through the civil strife is over, much of the country remains poor and is only a minor exporter in agricultural products.

Maldives

This island nation composed of over 1200 mini Island chains (202 Inhabited) is Asia's smallest nation and remains as one of the poorest nations in the world. About 400,000 people live in Maldives with South Indians as the largest ethnic group along with Arabs and Sinhalese. The major language is English with a dialect of Arabic and majority of people are Sunni Muslims. Maldives is working closely with its largest neighbors - India and Sri Lanka. At one point, Indian troops were deployed in these Islands to stop a coup against the government. The Islands are marred by violence and they have has only 1 president since 1978 because political parties are banned and only 1 candidate runs for the “elections.” Thus Abdul Gayoom is still the president of the Maldives with little to no progress with regards to political freedom or human rights issues.

Mayotte

Mayotte still remains are a territory of France with 200,000 people living in the largest two Islands. The main language is still Swahili dialects and French with 97% of the people as Muslims. The ethnic group is made up of a mixture of Bantu, Arab and African populations.

Reunion

The Island of Reunion is a volcanic Island with over 800,000 people living under the French rule. However, recently there has been talk of the need for independence but this country relies heavily on French foreign aid for survival. The unemployment rate is extremely high and the country if poverty stricken. Creole and French remains the major language with Roman Catholics as 86% of the population. The country uses the Euro for its currency needs and has a wide variety of ethnic groups including French, Indian, Pakistani, African and Chinese.

Seychelles

This is a Island chain that has four large islands, 36 small islands and a variety of other small islands. Overall, 14 islands are inhabited by people and there are 82,000 people in these Islands. The government is a republic style government with Creole and English as the most spoken languages, Roman Catholics make up 82% of the population and the ethnic groups is as variant as the island of Reunion. The currency used here is called the Seychelles Rupee. Both Britain and France has ties to this nation historically.

Batangas, Philippines

Famous Tourist Spots in Batangas

Tanauan Aerial Sports

The small town of Tanauan in Batangas is the skydiving capital of the Philippines. The drop zone, between Mt. Makiling and Taal Volcano, showcases some of the most spectacular scenery in the country.

Anilao

Anilao, Batangas is a very popular spot for diving and snorkeling. It is known worldwide. The waters are teeming with marine life, plenty of corals and amazing diversity of fishes

Taal Lake and Volcano

Southern Luzon's centerpiece attraction is Taal Lake and Taal Volcano in Batangas. The gateway for most visitors is through Tagaytay City, from the ridge where a panoramic view of Volcano Island can be seen. The volcano is known to be the smallest in the world.

Parada ng Lechon (Parade of Roasted Pigs)

The celebration held every June 24 in the town of Balayan coincides with the feast of St. John the Baptist. Lechons, or roasted pigs, coming from each barangay of the town are paraded, dressed in accordance with the theme of the fiesta.

Basilica of San Martin de Tours/Taal Church

San Martin de Tours is the patron of Taal, in whose honor a fest is celebrated every November 11. The church was first built by Father Diego Espina in 1575 in San Nicolas.

Subic Bay, Olongapo City, Philippines

Subic Bay is just 100 km. northwest of Manila. You will surely enjoy its magnificent and world-class tourist attractions. Subic Bay is a former US Naval Base transformed to Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority.

Tourist Activities & Attractions

Subic Bay Yacht Club

Subic Bay is a perfect sailing paradise, endowedby nature with time-tested, storm-free harbor crystal-clear and crystal-clean flat waters.

Subic Bay Ocean Adventure

The first and most astounding nautical sanctuary in the country that showcases some of the world's most amazing sea mammals like dolphins, false killer whales and sea lions in their inherent habitat. Dive with them. Frolic with the
whales!

Bat Kingdom

Get mesmerized at Subic's Bamboo Bats and Flying Foxes. Over 10,000 fruitbats, the biggest of its kind in the world roost in the protected forest reserve of Subic along with the Bamboo bats, which are the smallest in the Philippines.

Mt. Pinatubo Crater Trek

Sense a relaxing mood while kayaking at the crater lake of this mountain. Discover hot springs, cool mountain pools, lahar fields and canyons as you take a trip or trek to see remains of towns destroyed by the mudflows.

Shipwrecks

Delve the magnificent underwater world of Subic Bay and come face-to-face with its rare marine inhabitants. Explore relics of history that date back to the Spanish and American eras. (Oryoko Maru. Seian Maru, USS New York, USS Rochester, LCV Landing Craft and LST).

Subic beaches

The sun, the sand, the sky and a vast stretch of marvelous sea waiting to be explored - Dungaree, Officers', All Hands, Miracle, Nabasan, Hidden, Grande Island.

Triboa Bay Mangrove Park

Drive through Subic's low-lying forest through the mangroves, via boardwalk to the Triboa Bay Marine Park. This bay is home to a nursery and breeding site for clams, crustaceans and fish.

Baguio City, Philippines

Baguio City is the summer capital of the Philippines. It is the most popular tourist spot of the Philippines because of its relatively cool climate.

Popular Tourist Spots and Attractions

Burnham Park

This park is situated at the very heart of Baguio City. You can enjoy boating, biking or simply sit and relax.

Baguio City Cathedral

The Baguio Cathedral, a majestic church located on top of a hill in the heart of the city.

Camp John Hay

Camp John Hay is popularly known as “Little America of the Philippines.”

It is used to be the rest and recreational facility for employees of the military and Department of Defense of the United States.

The Mansion

The Mansion is the official summer residence of the President of the Philippines. The Mansion is located on the eastern part of the city and in front of the Mansion is the Wright Park. The mansion was built in 1908 for U.S. governor-generals.

Wright Park

Directly across The Mansion is Wright Park that features the much photographed Baguio landmark, the "Pool of Pines". One will see a gazebo and a long flight of stairs down the hill leading to the Riding Circle, where hundreds of ponies are for hire.

Mines View Park

Located at the extreme northeast side of the city, past The Mansion and Wright Park, Mines View Park used to boast of a spectacular view of Benguet's gold and copper mines and the Cordillera Mountains.

Baguio Botanical Garden

Also known as the Igorot Village, it showcases the native houses of the different Cordillera tribes. Tourists can usually take pictures with the Igorot tribesmen dressed in their traditional costume. It is also the home of the Baguio Arts Guild.

Philippine Military Academy

Since 1905, the PMA has made its home here in various locations, Camp Henry T Allen, Teachers Camp until it transferred to a sprawling 373-hectare compound in Loakan, Fort del Pilar about 10 kilometers south of downtown Baguio in 1950.

Lourdes Grotto

The Lourdes Grotto is another Catholic shrine and place of meditation in Baguio. It is located on a high hill in the western part of Baguio City where you will find the image of the Lady of Lourdes.

Asin Hot Springs

Asian Hot Spring is a place where you can enjoy the water of hot spring.

SNORKELING. Snorkeling is a practice on observing underwater world Moreover, it is the easiest way to explore beauty under the sea. Snorkeling is fun to do because the whole family can participate at the same time. Snorkeling is easy. You will enjoy much when you learn all the right techniques .

Equipments use are mask, snorkel and fins. The mask is the important piece of equipment use for snorkeling. It should be properly fitted. Another equipment is the snorkel, it allows you to breath when you are under the water. Lastly, the fins. It must be flexible and lightweight, but some uses booties to protect their feet from pointed objects and jagged corals.

The Place in Boracay where to snorkel best is in Balinghai Beach because of a coral garden not too far from the shore. For those who want a quiet place, this resort is a place to be. Cottages are scattered on the rock cliff. The resort is offering foods and drinks to be delivered to the cottages as part of their service.

Snorkeling Balinghai Beach

WINDSURFING AND KITESURFING. Most travelers windsurf and kitesurf during the northern monsoon period, between the months of December to February because wind and wave conditions are most effective during that time,

The ideal destination to windsurf is in Bulabog Beach. Beginners and professionals are taking advantage on the waves that brought by the strong winds. When visiting the place, you can avail of the equipment rentals. Also, there are windsurfing and kite surfing lessons to those who want to learn. There are courses available to beginners up to advanced sailors. There are spots for beginners and for professionals for easy learning. It's really fun when you get used to it.

Windsurfing Bulabog Beach

SKIMBOARDING. Skimboarding is simply riding a board on an outgoing wave and it is similar to surfing. What makes skimboarding interesting is that they are riding the waves. Older people love to skimboard, but for kids, it is just a new sport for them. The best beach to practice skimboarding is at the White Beach in Boracay. White Beach is a well known beach in Boracay. You can see a lot of people sunbathing on the white sand trying to unwind and relax.

Skimboarding White Beach

WATERSKIING, BANANA BOAT, PARASAILING AND GLASS BOTTOM BOAT.

These activities are popular in the White Beach of Boracay Island. Waterskiing is fun, but you should have 20/20 vision to remain safe behind the boat and also, to avoid debris while you are waterskiing. Banana Boat Riding is popular mostly for children. They use banana boat or a boat made of banana or a yellow boat shaped like a banana while pulling by a larger boat to move the banana boat fast with four people riding on it.. Two glass bottom boats are available to see the beauty of underwater while staying dry. Parasailing is an adventure sport and favorable when the sea is calm. It is a favorite activity of some people who loves to fly in the air like a bird.

Waterskiing Banana Boat Ride Parasailing Glass Bottom Boat

FISHING. Visitors love to go to Kingfisher's Farm to eat. You can see various kinds of jumping fishes. It's very relishing because there are a lot to catch and eat. The Kingfishers's Farm will grill them for you. One thing why fishes here are delicious and juicy because they cook them fresh.

SCUBA DIVING. Scuba Diving is one of the popular sport . Swimming underwater longer is an accomplishment because not all people can do it. Ilig Iligan Beach is perfect for Scuba Diving especially when the beach is normally calm and clear.

Scuba Diving Ilig Iligan Beach

Ilig Iligan Beach is on the east coast of Boracay Island and has many caves. Local Boracay boys offer their service as a tourist guide to travelers who want to explore the caves.

Exploring the island can learn you many things and. doing all the activities makes you feel very proud of yourself. It serves as a fulfilled experience. You can tell your friends and the world that you've been to one of the most beautiful island in the Philippines. It's really worthy to spend money for a vacation.

The beauty of Pulau Rawa is characterized by its unique white coral sand, and hence it is also known as coral island. There are tall palm trees around the island. Pulau Rawa has many caves for exploration and offshore coral reefs rich with marine life. It is a heaven for fishing, skin-diving, scuba diving, shell collecting and underwater photography.

Pulau Besar is a developed island resort equipped with chalets and restaurants. The main attractions are the glistening beaches, spectacular coral reefs and crystal blue waters.

Pulau Sibu is regarded as a tropical paradise. It has clean white beaches and clear blue waters rich in marine creatures. One can enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving, windsurfing, fishing and boating.

Each year, giant leather back turtles come ashore to lay eggs at Pulau Tengah. The island has spacious and cottages for your comfortable stay. Besides that, it has abundant marine life and rare species of fish and coral.

Pulau Tinggi has long coastline and white sandy beaches dotted with caves. It is still untouched by the development and thus becoming a large uninhabited island. It is also an ideal photographic heaven as the seas around it are teeming with coral, fish and reefs.

Pulau Pemanggil, an irresistible magical island, has sandy white beaches, hilly terrain and abundant marine life. The island is furnished with chalets and long houses for visitors wishing to stay here.

Pulau Aur, off the east coast of Johor, is another attraction of Johor. It is well known for its beautiful marine life. It is a favorable diving spot for the locals as well as the foreigners. It is also a beautiful island with secluded lagoons and offshore pools perfect for bathing and a host of water sports. Long houses available on the island provide accommodation to the tourists.

The island, located about 35 nautical miles from the Mersing jetty, is part of an island cluster that includes Dayang Island, Lang Island and Pinang Island. It takes between two to five hours from Mersing to reach the island by boat.

This beautiful island, 50 kilometers off the coast of Pahang, Malaysia, is unspoiled by civilization. Hence, it is a perfect place to let your hair down. You can do your sunbathe here in a hassle-free and relaxing condition. You may also have beach parties, or stroll along the beautiful stretches of white sands. Come and experience yourself! Let yourself be engulfed by a marvelous view of nature.

There are chalets here to make your stay comfortable. For marine lovers, they can go for snorkeling. A nearby diving club rents out diving equipment to skin-diving enthusiasts. There are beautiful corals and fishes to see. If you are fortunate, you may also get to see some unique, harmless and extremely rare marine creatures.

If you are planning for an unforgettable and remembrance holiday, Laguna Island deserves a better and ideal place for you.