Kapas Island (Pulau Kapas) is
situated offshore about 30 minutes by slow boat or 10 minutes by fast boat from
Marang jetty, 20 minutes south of Kuala Terengganu, is located 5 km offshore in
Terengganu,
east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is a lovely small island with beautiful,
quiet, unspoiled sandy beaches; cool and clear blue waters, swaying coconut
trees and caves with swallows’ nests. Its waters are home to beautiful marine
life such as fish, turtles, corals and others. It is a great place for
swimming, snorkelling, diving, wind surfing, kayaking, boating or just pure
relaxation. Accommodation varies from deluxe and budget chalets offering air
conditioned or fan.
The waters around the island abound
with sea-shells, fish and turtles. Snorkelling and underwater diving are
popular along stretched of shallow coral reefs of the island's western shore. A
World War II shipwreck located 5 nautical miles offshore is the key attraction
to divers. During the months of May to August, you can go squid fishing.
Kapas Island (Pulau Kapas) or Cotton
Island inherited its name from the native because of its incomparable white
beaches. Surrounded by crystal clear ocean, Pulau Kapas promises a spectacular
getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life to quiet natural retreats with
abundant sunshine and crisp clean air.
An island renowned 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 sea-shells, 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.
Where a myriad of corals, shell fish and turtles flourish in the waters. The
waters around the quiet and secluded beaches offer ideal spots for snorkeling
and scuba diving. Basic but comfortable accommodation is available. Not
recommended during the monsoon season between November to March.
JM
