Guidelines to Plan your Trip

Here we would like to share some important tips for your trip to Tioman. What you have to keep in mind before and when you arrive at Tioman. 

1. When is the best time to plan you visit:

Between November and March, the monsoon season will be at peak every year. Hence, you can expect more rain and rough seas during the time period and as a result most ferry transportation services will interrupt and many resorts will be closed. So keep this in mind when you plan your trip. 

2. Immigration

Citizens from the following countries are required to have a visa to visit Malaysia : North Korea, Cuba, Vietnam and the People's Republic of China. Nationals other than those stated will receive a visa upon arrival or are allowed to enter Malaysia without a visa for a visit not exceeding one month. However, it is recommended that visa enquiries are made at the Malaysian embassy or Malaysian consulate closest to you, as regulations are subject to change. Also check http://www.imi.gov.my/ for updated information.

3. Currency and Credit Cards:

The Malaysian currency unit is Ringgit (RM) and sen, where 100 sen equals one Ringgit. US$ 1 is roughly RM 3.20 (Check www.oanda.com for up to date exchange rates). Foreign currency can be converted at banks and money changers at the airport and in Semporna.Visitors are not permitted to take more than RM 1000 in Malaysian currency out of the country and no more in foreign currency than was brought in. 
There are no banks and only one ATM on the island, in Tekek, but it only accepts Malaysian cards (with the Bankcard logo). Some resorts and dive centres accept VISA and Mastercard but it is best to have enough cash with you to cover your expenses while at the island. The closest ATMs and banks can be found in Mersing, a 10-15 minutewalk from the jetty

For tourist information services, you have to contact the Malaysian Tourism Promotion Board. http://www.tourism.gov.my/ 

Things to See and Do in Tioman

Duty free shopping

Well, the natural beauty is the main attraction of that particular place. Similarly, Tioman's natural beauty is it's main attraction. What you have to do there is, relax and get back in touch with nature in the untamed rain-forest, on the golden beaches or amidst the coral reefs in the clear water surrounding the island. 

Let us guide all our readers, on how to keep yourself busy in Tioman. 

Rock Climbing 

Round Island Tour

Water Falls

Scuba Diving

Spa

Snorkeling 

Golfing

the land of golden sand

People might wonder why this blog is named 'land of golden sand'. Well,there is a reason behind that. I (Nafha Hussain) am from a country which is famous for its natural beauty, especially the sea and white sand beaches. Located in Indian Ocean, the country, Maldives, is a series of ancient corals that grew up around the sides of towering prehistoric volcanoes. These immense structure have long since sunk into the ocean, leaving behind coral islands of incredible natural beauty. 

After i came to Malaysia, i have traveled to few places in here. So far I have been to, Redang Islands, Langkawi, Afamosa Resort Malacca, Penang, Genting Highland and Camaron High lands. There were a lot to experience in terms of culture and its unique beauty. The major difference I found when compared with my home country's islands, here, in Malaysia, I did not see white sand beaches. Instead, it is mostly gold, which I adored and it was amazing. :) That is why we chose to name this blog as 'the land of golden sand' 
Truly, I love being here in Malaysia.

the Genting Highland, loved it here 

ready to go into the air, @ Langkawi

Me in Redang Islands 

finally, me n Umar in Malacca

in Penang 

in Camaron Highland

Keep following us people

Hey guys, this is our blog about the funny and splendor trip to Tioman Island. Though me (Umar Abdu) and my counterpart were absent in the excursion, we still heard all about the island and places visited, which friends and colleagues portrayed as fabulous, marvelous, fantastic,luxurious, funny, magnificent, and inspirational as well, Hurray!!!! Keep following us, to hear more about about Tioman Island.

Eid Greetings!!

Wishing all Muslims around the world a very happy and peaceful Eid. May Allah accept our good deeds, forgive our sins and ease sufferings of people around the globe. 

Eid Mubarak!!

Tioman, Here we go

An Experience to die for

The following is a video created by my friend (Ahmed Anas, who shared the pictures with me. Thank you again Anas) and his friends while they were in Tioman Islands. It is so very inspirational and after watching this, I am sure, anyone would want to experience the island by themselves.

ENJOY Peeps..