Tioman has a lot to offer in terms of fun and activities. It's natural jungles opens up a world full of wildlife, vegetation, waterfalls and other things waiting to be discovered. Our biggest treasure however has to be the sea.

Diving
Tioman is perfect for both learning to dive and diving for fun at over 20 dive sites. Tioman Dive Centre operates directly from the Swiss Cottage in Tekek. They offer a comprehensive range of PADI dive training courses. The atmosphere at the dive centre is very relaxed and informal. And with safety as a primary concern, the friendly team at the dive centre will ensure you have an amazing time diving with them.

Island Hopping
If you aren't ready to take the plunge as a diver, but would still like to enjoy a day out on a boat snorkelling, we also arrange island hopping trips.

1. Round Island Approx. RM 75 pro Person (Minimum 4 Personen)
Stops: Mukut Village, Juara Village, Monkey Bay, Marine Park

The round island trip will take you to the other side of Tioman. You will stop at Mukut Waterfall where you can swim and do some jungle trekking. After that the boat will take you to Juara on the other side for lunch and sunbathing. Monkey Bay is a beautiful secluded bay perfect for relaxing and swimming. The last stop is the Marine Park. There you will get the chance to snorkel amongst the thousands of fish that swim there. Toast can be bought at the Marine Park to feed the fish.

2. Coral Island Approx. RM 50 per person (minimum 4 persons)
Stops: Coral Island, Malang Rock, Salang Village, Marine Park, Renggis Island

This is the favourite among the boat trips, as it is perfect for snorkellers and sunbathers alike. You will see some of the most beautiful snorkelling spots around the island and you will also visit the islands called Tulai Coral Island and Renggis which are visible from the balcony of most rooms at The Swiss Cottage.

3. Waterfall Approx. RM 65 per person (minimum 4 persons)
Stops: Mukut Village, Paya Village, Renggis Island

This is a shorter version of the round island trip for travellers who enjoy jungle trekking and some snorkelling. Renggis island is a small island just of the coast. It is famous for sharks, turtles and stingrays.

4. Fishing Trips can be arranged on request. Please contact us for details about night and day fishing.

5. Boat Charter. We offer the possibility to charter a boat if there are less than 4 persons who would like to do a specific trip. This way you will not miss out on seeing the beautiful sites.

Prices depend on the size of the boat and on the driver, however prices are typically within this range: 1. Round Island RM 470-520 per boat
2. Coral Island RM 300-350 per boat
3. Waterfall RM 390-440 per boat

All trips inclusive of snorkelling gear and life jackets. The price for children is 50% off the normal rate except for boat charter. Boat trips are offered upon availibility and also depend on the weather.

Jungle Trekking
There is a jungle path that connects both sides of the island. The village on the other side is called Juara and has small restaurants and some resorts. On the trek you will get the chance to see monkeys, iguanas, many different types of butterflies and even snakes if you are lucky. The plant world boasts giant trees, bamboo and other exotic plants. There is even a small waterfall midway.The walk is approximately 7 kilometres long and will take around 2 and a half hours. We recommend that you leave early in the morning to avoid the heat and wear long trousers with proper shoes. As there are no shops or restaurants on the way please bring enough water and maybe a snack along with you.

Other Activities
If you are interested in other activities, please let us know and we would be happy to help.

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