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  • Tioman Surf Festival: Juara Beach Waves & Events

    Tioman Surf Festival: Juara Beach Waves & Events

    Tioman Surf Festival, Malaysia

    Join the excitement at the Tioman Surf Festival in Malaysia, where surfers from around the world gather to showcase their skills. Experience thrilling competitions, beachside festivities, and the vibrant surf culture of Tioman Island.

    A Celebration of Surfing Excellence

    The Tioman Surf Festival, held annually on the stunning Tioman Island in Malaysia, is a premier event that attracts surfers from across the globe. This vibrant festival, celebrated amidst the island’s picturesque beaches and azure waters, showcases some of the best surfing talent and offers an exhilarating experience for both participants and spectators.

    Event Highlights

    The festival features a series of thrilling surf competitions where surfers of all skill levels compete for top honors. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a novice, the event caters to all, with different categories and challenges that highlight the diverse talents of the surfing community.

    Beyond the competitive edge, the festival is a lively celebration of surf culture. Attendees can enjoy a range of activities including live music performances, beach parties, and local food stalls that offer a taste of Malaysian cuisine. The festival also provides opportunities for visitors to engage with surf industry brands, participate in workshops, and learn more about the sport.

    Why Attend?

    The Tioman Surf Festival is not just about surfing; it’s about embracing the island’s vibrant culture and natural beauty. The event takes place against the backdrop of Tioman’s pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters, making it an ideal destination for those looking to enjoy both the sport and the serenity of the island.

    Plan Your Visit

    For those interested in attending, it’s advisable to check the festival’s official website for the latest updates on dates, schedules, and ticket information. With its combination of world-class surfing, cultural festivities, and breathtaking scenery, the Tioman Surf Festival promises an unforgettable experience.

    Whether you’re a surfing enthusiast or just looking for a unique and lively event in Malaysia, the Tioman Surf Festival offers something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this exciting celebration of surf culture and island life!

    Surf Boards

    The monsoon season in Tioman brings good swell from the Northeastern Hemisphere to the South China Sea creating perfect conditions for surfing and other wave and wind sports. Tioman has plenty of wave breaks for surfers but also plenty of small waves for beginner’s and is a perfect place to learn surfing. The best time to plan your surf trip is between November and early February with the surf season normally coming to end with Tioman Festival.

    Whether you want to do something new, improve your skills or just rent a board, come and check us out.

    Reviews

    Tioman Surf Festival 2019

    The Tioman Surf Festival or Surfestival 2019 took place at Kampung Juara on the east side of the island. This video shows a summary of what happened and what the atmosphere is like during the event. This is also the 8th year that the Surfestival is taking place here. This year’s surfing festival saw slightly over 100 participants from around Malaysia and even the Maldives taking part in multiple categories. Overall, the two-day festival was a success with over 500 people attending the surf event.

    The main sponsor for this even is RipCurl Malaysia, Tioman Board riders Club, and also The Barat Resort, where the festival took place on the private beach here. As Malaysia is slowly growing the surfing sport, more people are getting into this hobby, and more surf events and festivals are taking place in Cherating, Terengganu and even in Kudat, Sabah Borneo.

    For surfers out there, get ready for the next Tioman Surfestival 2020, which will take place at the same location. I hope you enjoyed this simple video done on behalf of The Barat Resort, and if you liked it, do give it a thumbs up and subscribe to my video channel. The Surf Festival 2019 was held on the 1st and 2nd of February, as the tail end of the monsoon season.

    Asian Explorer | youtube,com

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    How much it cost to surfing in Tioman Island?

    Based on Tioman Cabana, the prices to surfing are as follows:

    • Surf Lesson for beginners – RM180 per person (includes board, 2-hour lesson, rash guard, snacks & hot drinksurf promo)
    • Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Lesson for beginners – RM180 per person (includes board, 2-hour lesson, rash guard, snacks & hot drink)
    • Surfboard (Shortboard) Rental – RM80 per day.
    • Longboard Rental – RM100 per day.
    • Bodyboard Rental – RM80 per day.
    • Surf or SUP Tour – RM150 per person (includes board, rash guard, snacks & hot drink)

    **min 2 person booking. Email us for more information

    Visitor Information

    Tioman Cabana Beach Bistro,
    Kampung Tekek,
    86807, Pulau Tioman,
    Pahang, Malaysia
    Telephone: 09-4191045 (OFFICE) / 013.717.6677 (WHATSAPP)

  • The Barat Tioman Resort: Juara Beach, Pool & Rooms

    The Barat Tioman Resort: Juara Beach, Pool & Rooms

    The Barat Tioman Beach Resort

    Plan your stay at The Barat Tioman Beach Resort. Explore beachfront chalets on Juara Beach, swimming pool amenities, and dive packages.

    Overview

    Hidden away on the east coast of Pulau Tioman, Juara Beach retains the charm of a secluded, unspoilt 2km long golden sand beach, voted by CNN as the No.21 most beautiful beach in the world, amidst the peaceful village of Kampung Juara. Here, discover the warm and welcoming ambience of The Barat Tioman Beach Resort.

    Located on 5 acres of sprawling beachfront property, The Barat Tioman invites you to stay in air-conditioned comfort in one of our 56 spacious rooms with modern amenities. After an exciting day of discovering nature-inspired adventures, cool down by the swimming pool with a refreshing drink from our rooftop Skybar, or enjoy delicious bites against an ocean view at Barat Restaurant with your family and friends before heading back to your room for a hot shower and relaxing time as you watch TV.

    Things to do

    Discover Juara Beach

    Kampung Juara is the only village on the east coast of Pulau Tioman that is accessible by road. This relatively undiscovered part of the island features the quiet and tranquil Juara Beach, which is the ideal venue for sea and water sports activities.

    Here, you can swim, kayak, surf, or stand up paddle board on the clear blue waters. Under the sea, the fascinating marine ecosystem beckons you to snorkel or scuba dive to explore the wonders of the ocean. A trip to the waterfalls will leave you feeling refreshed while a jungle trek through the tropical rainforest will allow you to discover the local wildlife. You can also learn more about turtle conservation at the neighbouring turtle sanctuary or play a game of beach football or beach volleyball as you enjoy the warmth of the soft, smooth sand under your feet.

    Visit The Barat Tioman’s Recreation Centre to explore all these adventures and more with the help of our experienced recreation guides.

    Discover Pulau Tioman

    Pulau Tioman is teeming with marine life and coral reefs, and is a haven for nature lovers to enjoy and explore. The island’s sandy golden beaches, warm seas, lush rainforest, and endless sunshine make it one of Southeast Asia’s most attractive travel destinations. According to legend Pulau Tioman which is located on the east coast of Pahang in Malaysia, was the rest stop of a beautiful dragon princess who whilst flying to visit her prince in Singapore fell in love with the surrounding waters and decided to settle there permanently by transforming her body into an island. The twin peaks, Pulau Tioman’s famous landmarks, are believed to resemble the ears of the legendary princess.

    Hidden within Pulau Tioman’s tropical rainforests you can spot macaques, black giant squirrels, and various bird species which feed on local fruits. During the day, giant Asian water monitor lizards surface in search of food while colourful snakes and agamid lizards that resemble small dinosaurs play hide and seek among large tree trunks. At night, watch out as slow lorises, brush-tailed porcupines, civets, and mouse deers come to life as you listen to the sound of katydids and cicadas fill the air.

    Pulau Tioman’s duty-free status is another attraction as tourists can buy chocolates, alcoholic beverages, and cigarettes at duty free prices.

    Reviews

    Perjalananku ke Pulau Tioman. The Barat Tioman Beach Resort. Tioman Island, Malaysia. 2020

    Perjalananku ke Pulau Tioman bersama keluargaku. Perjalanan dari Jeti Mersing dengan menaiki feri ke jeti Kampung Tekek, Pulau Tioman mengambil masa 2 jam perjalanan. Setelah sampai Kampung Tekek, Pulau Tioman kami menaiki kereta pacuan empat roda menuju Kampung Juara iaitu di mana kami bermalam Di The Barat Tioman Beach Resort. Perjalanan sejauh 8km dalam masa 20 minit. Kami sekeluarga menginap di Barat Tioman Beach Resort selama tiga hari dua malam.

    Amri Najib | youtube.com

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    What to discover when you are at Pulau Tioman, Malaysia

    You can discover nature-inspired adventure, discover Juara Beach (also known as The Long Beach of Pulu Tioman) and discover the island rich in flora and fauna in Pulau Tioman.

    Visitor Information

    The Barat Tioman Beach Resort,
    Lot 438 Kampung Juara Pulau Tioman,
    26800 Kuala Rompin, Pahang

    Reservation Hotline: +6010-252 6888
    Resort Call: +609-419 3288
    Resort Fax: +609-419 3233
    Email: [email protected]
    http://www.thebarat.com

  • Pulau Payar Dive Center, Langkawi: Must-Visit Attraction

    Pulau Payar Dive Center, Langkawi: Must-Visit Attraction

    Scuba Diving Courses at Pulau Payar Dive Center, Langkawi

    If you want to learn scuba diving course, Pulau Payar is one of the best places to go. There are many dive centers here in Pulau Langkawi and we provide a complete information about diving centers and how to contact them. Read here for the best destinations in Malaysia.

    Overview

    The Langkawi Dive Sites

    A short boat ride takes you from Cenang beach to the beautiful soft coral reefs of Langkawi. Dive sites like The Stables and Tanjung Intan are great places to see beautiful colorful soft-corals, anemones with clownfish, lionfish, razorfish and frogfish. A school of barracudas is hanging out at Pulau Cepu and we have spotted colorful nudibranchs, whip coral shrimps, pipefish and seahorses at White Coral Corner. These dive sites are only 10-20min away from Cenang and Langkawi Scuba is the only dive center that dives on these sites.

    The Visibility

    Let’s face it, Langkawi is not known for crystal clear water. Visibility is usually only 2-4m, but we love diving here! Because the soft-corals and fish are very colorful there is plenty to see. And there are days that we are lucky and do get 5m+ visibility. Because we would like to be able to show you all the amazing creatures, we only dive with only 2 divers per PADI instructor.

    The Dive Trip

    After checking your equipment and the dive-briefing at our beach shop at 9am, we leave on our boat for our first dive of the day. If your air-consumption allows, we can stay 1 hour under water. The surface interval will be on one of the beautiful beaches of the islands of Langkawi, we will bring coffee/tea and some local snacks. After our second dive we get back to Cenang around 1:30pm. In high season, when the weather is good, there will be an optional 3rd dive in the afternoon.

    Safety

    With limited visibility in Langkawi, we don’t want you to be worried about losing your buddy. And because we would like to be able to show you all the amazing creatures, we only dive with only 2 divers per PADI instructor and we use buddy-lines. Emergency oxygen and a first aid kid are always on our boat. And of course, we will bring spare equipment, just in case.

    Our Season

    From October till May the water around Langkawi is flat. In June to September the monsoon makes the waves too big for us to go diving, the water will be brown, and we will close our dive shop.

    More Exciting Activities

    Try Dive in Langkawi

    Introductory Diving is open to everyone who wants to try diving in Langkawi. Please take note that to ensure fun, all dives are conducted on Pulau Payar Marine Park and to ensure safety this dive programme is conducted is a very small group by our certified SCUBA instructors and Divemasters.

    Safety and Equipment and Diving Instructor

    Safety and equipment briefings complete, instructors will give an overview of the general knowledge of scuba diving, including some practical demonstrations on the basic skills you’ll need to complete when in the water. On arrival at the Marine Park, you will be provided with diving equipment and are shown how to put on your scuba gear.

    Langkawi Scuba Diving Course Your Instructor will be with you every step of the way. On entering the water, they will make sure you are comfortable and that your mask is fitted correctly. When you are ready, you will descend with the instructor to one (1) meter under the water. Here you stop, so you can practice breathing through your regulator and get used to not coming up for air (an unusual experience / sensation for first timers).

    Once you are comfortable, you descend another few meters and stop again, to become familiar with your new surrounds. Once you have indicated to the dive instructor that you are ready, they will take you by the hand on your Introductory Scuba Dive around the Great Barrier Reef, where you can get close to the fish and may even see a turtle! Once you have completed your basic in water skills on your first dive, you do not need to complete them on subsequent dives on that trip.

    However, if you travel another day, you will need to complete the whole process again. If you have done upwards of 50 Introductory Dives (and there are people who have) we recommend you consider completing your Open Water Certification.

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    *Credit: langkawi-info.com, langkawi-scuba.com, scubaclublangkawi.com

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    What other scuba diving sites in Langkawi?

    The most popular dive sites include the Coral Garden, Sunken Boat Point, Grouper Farm, Sponge Reef, Lembu Rocks, Shark Point and House Reef, where you can see schools of large fish and exciting marine life, including manta rays, seahorses, sweetlips, angelfishes and snappers.

    Pulau Kaca is a popular alternative to Pulau Payar, housing a wreck diving site named Kaca Sunken Wrecks. Here, you can find several sunken fishing boats that are home to a variety of soft and hard corals, as well as marine life such as clownfish, black tip sharks, barracuda and scorpion fish. Due to the high density of plankton in Pulau Kaca, water visibility is between 5 and 20 meters, depending on the season.

    When is the best time for scuba diving in Pulau Payar, Langkawi?

    While Pulau Payar scuba diving is available all year round, Langkawi experiences heavy rainfall due to monsoon winds in the months of September and October. While showers are sometimes accompanied by violent thunderstorms, the weather in Langkawi is mostly good, even at this time.

    Why must you join diving and snorkeling excursion Pulau Payar Marine Park with Scuba Club Langkawi (SCL)?

    Join our excursion to Pulau Payar Marine Park with our custom 32-footer dive boat. To ensure safety and fun we only take a small group of 8 to 10 persons (combination of divers and snorkelers). The SCL Scuba Club Langkawi (SCL) team consist of 3 dive instructors, 2 divemaster, 1 skipper and 2 administrators which makes our team one small happy family that WE share the same great passion, the ocean and SCUBA diving.

    All of our dive instructors have broad experience in teaching scuba in various locations, especially Southeast Asia. Most of us have clocked hundreds of hours underwater and have taught many different diving courses from beginner to professional level. Our sales office is located at Airis Sanctuary Resort, Pantai Tengah, Langkawi. Feel free to drop by for a chat or drop us a chat on “WhatsApp”, our friendly crew would be more than happy to assist you anyway we can.

    Would you like to know why other people choose Langkawi Scuba?

    Langkawi Scuba is the only certified PADI Dive Resort in Cenang! PADI certified guides/instructors. Personal & professional scuba dive trips: Only 2 divers per instructor and only 6 divers on our boat. Well-maintained equipment and spares on the boat and emergency oxygen and first aid kit on the boat. Dive-staff who are passionate about diving/teaching, and love to have a good time during diving.

    Visitor Information

    Our shop is located in Cenang on the beach in front of Motel Melati Tanjong. Open 5:00-6:30pm every day for information and booking.

    Langkawi Scuba beach kiosk
    Cenang beach,
    Langkawi, Malaysia
    WhatsApp: +60 19-904 9040
    Telephone: +60 19-953 8876

    Scuba Club Langkawi
    Airis Sanctuary Resort
    Pantai Tengah, Jalan Teluk Baru
    Mk Kedawang 07000 Langkawi
    Office Hour: 10am – 6pm
    Telephone: +601110565202 (Main) +601135736097 (Secondary)

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