Beach Sanctuary

A private beach resort set amidst peaceful surroundings with only the sound of waves breaking the tranquility. If that’s what you’re looking for, head to Berjaya Redang Beach Resort.

Dreaming of powder-white beaches and crystal clear blue seas, you go on a holiday at a beach resort, only to find yourself sharing limited beach space with fellow vacationers. As you look around, you see that the beach isn’t all that pristine either. That’s when you realize that choosing the right resort is just as important as choosing the destination. So when it comes to vacationing in Rdang Island, home to a magnificent underwater kingdom of hundreds of species of fish and corals, the natural choice is Berjaya Redang Beach Resort. Located 45km off Terengganu, Redang Island is famed for its beaches, clear waters and lush rainforests, making it a tropical haven for both enthusiastic divers and tourists seeking some serious R&R.

WATER WORLD
The highlight of any island resort is the host of water activities on offer. But Berjaya Redang Beach Resort goes one step further-it is a convenient one-stop center for all your excursion and recreational activities, where registered operators are on hand to advice and help you select activities best suited to you. The resort is located at a secluded calm bay, making it an ideal site for water sports.

TURTLE WATCHING
The best time to view these shy and majestic creatures is between 10am-11am. Board a glass-bottomed boat out to sea and let the boatman take you to popular spots for turtle sighting. The more adventurous can even swim with the turtles. Don’t forget to buy some fresh fish to feed the turtles. It’s bound to be an unforgettable experience! From May to October, a makeshift jetty is set up at the hotel, allowing you to walk right out to the ocean to board a boat.
Price RM60 per adult, RM40 per child.

SNORKELING
Feast your eyes on the amazing underwater life at any of the four snorkeling spots. According to Siti Fatiema, activity coordinator at the resort, the most popular destinations are Turtle Bay, Pasir Panjang, Teluk Mak Delah and Teluk Rotan. You can charter a boat with a minimum of 6 people. The necessary equipment is provided, so all you have to do is sit back, relax and get ready for some astonishing sights!     
Price RM95 per adult, RM50 per child.

ISLAND HOPPING
If you find that one island is not enough to satisfy your wanderlust, you can make a stop at three islands with the island-hopping service, which also comes with snorkeling opportunities. The first stop is Redang Island, followed by Perhentian Island, about an hour away by boat. Lunch is provided for an additional fee, or you can pack a picnic lunch to enjoy on the way to the last stop, Lang Tengah Island.
Price Unavailable. 

WATER TAXI TO PASIR PANJANG
One of the most popular beaches on Redang Island is Pasir Panjang, a fun and vibrant place with numerous restaurants and gift shops. Beat the heat with an ice-cold beer while you enjoy the warm sea breeze on your skin and pristine sand under your feet, serenaded by local bands playing popular numbers. And even if you’ve forgotten to pack your swimming gear, you can always get them at one of the shops in Pasir Panjang. There are also plenty of souvenirs to bring home to envious friends!
Price for the water taxi: RM50 per adult, RM30 per child.

HAVEN FOR DIVERS
The resort houses a diving center, the certified 5-star PADI Gold Palm Resort Dive Center, which offers a wide array of dive courses for both amateur and advance divers. You will also have access to the best in diving expeditions as Vincent Toh, PADI course director and his team takes you to popular spots where you can dive into a ship wreck or see turtles and other marine life up close. As long as you’re able to float and snorkel, you’re set for an out-of-this-world experience.

PADI DISCOVER SCUBA PROGRAMS
If you’re never gone diving, this introductory experience will have you hooked and wanting more as PADI- qualified instructors take you on an underwater journey. It takes about 30 to 45 minutes for first-time divers to learn the basics. This is followed by 45 minutes of shore diving where you start walking further out to sea until you’re about 6 meters deep. Safety is a priority, so there is one instructor to every three divers.
Price per person: RM183 (shore dive), RM360 (shore + 1 boat dive) - inclusive of equipment and instructions.

PADI CERTIFIED DIVE COURSES
For the novice, a three-and-a-half-day course is all you need to embark into the world of diving. If you want to take your experience further, there’s the 9-day Instructor Development Course. Book your places in advance, as the courses are only available in March/April and October.
Price Beginner-RM1,090 inclusive of equipment, Instructor course-RM3,300 inclusive of equipment, use of facilities and examinations.

TRULY LUXURIOUS SPA EXPERIENCE
The Ayura Spa is located in a rustic setting, drawing inspiration from a fusion of Malay and Balinese influences. It offers traditional Malay massages by trained therapists from Bali, using oils imported from Australia. Farahanita Rusli of Ayura Spa says the treatments popular with vacationers include.

• Ayura Signature Massage-a heated poultice of aromatic herbs and spices is applied on the meridian points of the body to soothe sore muscles, followed by an invigorating massage with an Oriental Spice aromatherapy blend.
• Aromatherapy-take your pick from a choice of oil blends such as Relaxing (lavender), Exotic (ylang ylang), Balancing (jasmine) and Refreshing/Energizing (lemongrass).
• Coffee & Cocoa Scrub-a special blend of local coffee beans and cocoa makes an excellent skin exfoliant; the rich aroma is bound to awaken your senses and lift your spirits.
• Nature’s Recipe Facial-a gentle and nourishing facial to replenish and rejuvenate dull and tired skin.

The spa also offers manicures and pedicures in a quite, open area, safe from prying eyes, where you can sit back and enjoy your session of sheer pampering.
Price Call the spa at 60(9) 630 8888 for reservations and price.    

A VIEW TO KILL FOR
A good night’s sleep ensures you are revitalized for the next day’s activities, and the Premier Suite at the resort gives you more than that. A strategically placed Jacuzzi right next to the windows affords a breathtaking view of the South China Sea, as you soak away the aches and pains from earlier explorations. At 100 square meters, the suite is spacious and equipped with gadgets and amenities to make your stay comfortable and memorable. The unique and sleek Budji designer furniture provides an understated elegance to your home away from home. The Premier Suite can be adjoined with a Premier Room, so you are always close to one another. Personalized service is also provided for guests of the Premier Suites to cater to your need.
Price RM2,800 per night. The resort is currently offering the second night free until further notice.

GLORIOUS FOOD!
What’s vacation without sumptuous meals to tantalize your taste buds? Here at the Berjaya Redang Beach Resort, you get to savor different mouth-watering cuisines in different settings to suite your moods.

• Palms Restaurant Situated beside the swimming pool, it serves local and western cuisines with a different, international-themed buffet dinner every night. On Wednesday and Saturdays, a barbeque dinner is served by the poolside.
• The Beach Restaurant A semi fine-dining restaurant right by the white sandy beach, it serves Western and Japanese cuisine and is a hit with honeymooners and couples out for a romantic night.
• Ocean Terrace Listen to your favorite pop music as well as music from the yesteryears by the resident live band while enjoying either a full table service or self-service buffet of Malaysian and Western fare.
• Bayu Bar This is a casual kampung-style dining concept by the beach. Serving favorites such as pizza, and boasting a full bar service, this is the ideal place to kick back and relax after a long day out at sea!

PRESERVING OUR NATURAL HERITAGE
This beautiful tropical island is well known for its amazing marine life and more than 30 popular diving spots. The waters surrounding the Redang Archipelago have been gazetted as Pulau Redang Marine Park to safeguard its underwater heritage. Ranked as one of the best coral reefs in the world, expect to see coral fish, moray eels, giant garupas and all kinds of corals! Do remember to stick to a few basic rules to help retain the beauty and equatic flora and fauna for future generations:

• Don’t step on the corals
• Don’t litter, especially with plastic bags. These may look deceptively like jelly fish to marine life, which could be killed if they swallow the bags
• Don’t take corals as souvenirs

How to get there
Berjaya Air flies direct to Redang Island from Kuala Lumpur (Subang Airport) and Singapore (Seletar Airport). For flight schedules and fares, ticket bookings and holiday packages, log on to www.Berjaya-Air.com.