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The Redang archipelago has been designated as
Pulau
Redang Marine Parks Malaysia as to conserve the islands’
unique ecosystem. There are 500 species of live corals,
more than a thousand species of invertebrates and almost
3000 species of fishes which includes manta rays,
stingrays, sharks and whale sharks, all living in
harmony in the reefs fringing the islands. It is a real
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Diving
enthusiasts and underwater photographers will definitely be
entranced by the sights of the islands, which are ranked
among the best coral reef in the world. Among the
attractions at the twenty over different diving spots, there
are shipwrecks near Pinang Island, black coral garden as
well as the mysterious submerged chamber, both located in
the vicinity of Lima Island. And not Forgetting is the Mini
Mount situated between Kerenggan Besar Island and Kerenggan
Kecil Island. Redang waters also contains two historic
shipwrecks. The H.M.S Prince of Wales and H.M.S. Repulse
were sunk here during the WWII, setting the stage for the
Japanese occupation of Malaya.
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Redang is renowned for its natural beauty but it is the
coral reefs located primarily around these offshore
islands that will lure you to one of the best diving
destinations in the world, the Redang archipelago.
Suitable substrates, clear water with temperatures
ranging from 27 ° to 31.5 ° C as well as salinity in
range of 31 to 34 ppt are conducive to coral reef
development and healthy growth of marine life. These
conditions are just as suitable for you to explore the
underwater realm of the following islands in comfort and
ease.
Visibility generally depends on sea conditions but is
excellent from the months of April till October. All
dive spots are located within a 30 minute speedboat ride
from the Island.
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