Merang , getting there : journeymalaysia.com

Merang - getting there

By Car

-From Kuala Lumpur

Head east towards Kuantan. You will be driving on the Karak Highway (Highway 2) all through to Kuantan, which takes approximately 3 - 3½ hours. You know you're on the right track when passing Templer's Park on the right-handside and a little way down the highway, the turning off to Genting Highlands after the tunnel. Once arriving on the outskirts of Kuantan town, it can get a little tricky. Head towards the Northeast, on highway 3 (the coastal road) or Highway 14 which will lead you to Kuala Terengganu.

-From Penang

Head towards Kota Baharu via the East-West Highway (highway 4). Perhaps one of the most scenic routes found in the Peninsular, the East-West Highway is one of the last frontiers to be conquered, so to speak. A stronghold for the communists in the 60's and 70's where terrorist activity was rampant in the area then. This may be the reason why going through this part of Malaysia seems a little alien. There are neither plantations nor housing development lining the highway. Zip back 60years and this would probably have been the landscape for most parts of Malaysia. Little trunk roads splitting dense forests, with no evidence of civilisation far into the horizon.

Look out for the 'Elephant Crossing' Signs. Wild elephants forage at night and may cross the highway to other feeding grounds within their roaming range.

-From Kota Baharu

head South for Merang. This is a seaside village just outside of Kuala Terengganu. If you're unfamiliar.Kuala Terengganu is Terengganu's capital city. Merang is really where you should be going to catch a boat to Redang but you may have a bit of problem leaving your car as there are few long-term carparks. Ask your tour agent or arrange with Jmtours for further information on safe park.

-From Johore or Singapore

travel north on the North-South Highway and exit at Yong Peng. From Yong Peng, take highway 1 to Labis and later onto Segamat. Segamat will lead you to Highway 12 and all the way to Kuantan. From Kuantan, head towards the Northeast on highway 3 (the coastal road) or Highway 14 which will take you to Kuala Terengganu.

-At Kuala Terengganu

either park your car at a designated safe park (a daily parking rate of RM4 - 7 fee will be levied) and then hitch a ride on the connecting shuttle to Merang village .all hassle free and arranged by your travel agent . OR make your own way to Merang village and park at the seaside restaurant and resort for a fee of RM4 per day.

By Air

please refer to the malaysia airlines website or AirAsia for more info on flight schedules to and from Terengganu

By Coach

Please refer to Terengganu for coach schedules.

From town, grab a local bus to Merang from the bus terminal although it may be infrequent and often waits till there are enough passengers before leaving.

back to Merang article...

Kuala Terengganu & Surrounding Day Tours ~ Terengganu

Tours (ex - Kuala Terengganu)	Hrs	Day of Operations	Departure		Min adult	Include	Rate (Nett)
Tours (ex - Kuala Terengganu)	Hrs	Day of Operations	AM	PM	Min adult	Include	Adult (RM)	Child (RM)
Terengganu River Safari & Heritage Trip *Itinerary	4	Daily	8.00	-	2	Transportation, driver / guide	209	105
Kuala Terengganu City Tour *Itinerary	5	Daily	11.00	-	2		145	75
Terengganu River Safari *Itinerary	4	Daily	8.00	-	2		189	95
Terengganu Countryside Tour *Itinerary	5	Daily	10.00	-	2		149	75
Cemerong Waterfall & Pasir Raja Trip *Itinerary	9	Daily	8.00	-	2		179	90
Sekayu Waterfall & Terrapin Conservation Centre Trip *Itinerary	5	Daily	11.00	-	2		149	75
Fireflies Night Trip & Penarik Fishing Village Trip *Itinerary	5 1/2	Daily	-	17.00	2		220	110
Candat Sotong/Squid Jigging Trip *Itinerary	3	Daily	-	1800	6		239	239
Marang River Safari Trip *Itinerary	4	Daily	8.30	-	2	Land/boat transportation , refreshment , driver/guide	139	69.50
Kenyir Lake Day Tour *Itinerary	5	Daily	10.00	-	2	Transportation, driver / guide	250	140
Rantau Abang Hidden Treasure Day Trip *Itinerary	4	Daily	-	7.00	3		149	75
Kapas Island Day Tour *Itinerary	5 1/2	Daily	9.30	-	2		215	108
Bidong Island Day Trip *Itinerary	7	Daily	8.00	-	2		465	232.50
Tenggol Island Day Trip *Itinerary	6	Daily	9.00	-	10	Land/boat transfer, lunch, snorkeling trip with equipment	230	161

Please Note:

~ The seat-in-coach can only be conducted with the minimum number of person/adults required
~ Pick-up and drop-off service from major hotels at Kuala Terengganu town centre
~ For other pick up and drop off services in areas other than Kuala Terengganu, please advise us. Additional surcharge will be accorded
~ Services of an English Speaking Driver / Guide
~ Touring by air-conditioned car, van or coach (depending on the group size)
~ Rates are inclusive of entrance fees where applicable
~ Child age between 4-11 years old
~ Any unused services are non-refundable, non-exchangeable and non-deductible
~ 100% cancellation charge applies for NO SHOW OR CANCELLATION within 48-hrs
~ In the event of unforeseen circumstances, the local operator reserves the right to alter, amend or withdraw the package anytime with or without prior notice.

Redemption Instructions :

~ 24 hours prior to travel date, please call our local tour representative (during working hours) to reconfirm your booking details. Pick up time is required 30 minutes prior to tour departure time.

Postponements of Trip:

* Please be advised that the trip will not be allowed to be postponed unless we are advised of any changes at least 3 working days before trip commencement date

**Please Note that there will be a non-refundable handling charge on payment made. Conditions apply.

Accommodation and Holiday Packages to Kuala Terengganu, Merang, Marang, Kapas Island, Tenggol Island, Gemia Island, Redang Island, Lang Tengah Island, Bidong Island, Penarik, Rantau Abang, Kenyir Lake, Tanjong Jara, Dungun, Paka and Surroundings

Accommodation & Holiday Packages :
Kuala Terengganu	Budget Inn \| Hotel Grand Paradise \| Ping Anchorage Backpackers Lodge Motels \| Batu Buruk Beach Resort \| Ming Star Hotel \| Motel Desa \| Hotel Kenangan \|Qurata Riverside Resort \| Seri Indah Resort \| Seri Malaysia Hotel \| Hotel YT Midtown \| Hotels \| Felda Residence \| Hotel Grand Continental \| Permai Hotel \| Primula Beach Resort \| Hotel Apartments \| Sumai Hotel Apartment \| Day Trips \| Terengganu River Safari & Heritage Trip \| Kuala Terengganu City Tour \| Terengganu Countryside Tour \| Terengganu River Safari \| Cemerong Waterfall & Pasir Raja Trip \| Sekayu Waterfall & Terrapin Conservation Centre Trip \| Fireflies Night Trip & Penarik Fishing Village Trip \| Candat Sotong/Squid Jigging Trip \| Overnight Packages \| 3 Days 2 Nights Terengganu, Firefly & Penarik Fishing Village \| 3 Days 2 Nights Kuala Terengganu & Setiu Wetland \| 3 Days 2 Nights Kuala Terengganu & Cemerong Waterfall \| 3 Days 2 Nights Kuala Terengganu & Marang River Safari \|
Pulau Duyung	\| Awi's Yellow House \| Pak Haji Abdullah's Chalets \|
Marang	\| Seri Malaysia Hotel Marang \| Marang River Safari\|
Rantau Abang	\| Rantau Abang Hidden Treasure Day Trip \|
Pulau Kapas	\| Kapas Island Day Tour \| Makcik Gemuk Chalet \| Kapas Garden Resort \| The Light House \| Duta Puri Island Resort \| Yellow Beach Resort \| Kapas Island Resort \|
Pulau Gemia	\| Gem Isle Resort \|
Merang	\| Kembara Inn \| Aryani Resort \| Sutra Beach Resort \| Merang Suria Resort \|
Pulau Redang	\| Ayu Mayang Resort \| Coral Redang Island Resort \| Laguna Redang Island Resort \| Mutiara Beach Resort \| Redang Bay Resort \| Redang Beach Resort \| Redang Camping Adventure \| Redang Kalong Resort \| Redang Lagoon Resort \| Redang Pelangi Resort \| Redang Reef Resort \| Redang Holiday Beach Villa \| Sari Pacifica Resort & Spa \| Pulau Redang Day Trip ~ \| Redang Island Day Tour \|
Pulau Bidong	\| Pulau Bidong Island \|
Pulau Lang Tengah	\| D'Coconut Lagoon Resort \| Redang Lang Resort \| Lang Sari Resort \| Sari Pacifica Resort & Spa \|
Penarik	\| Terrapuri Penarik \| Penarik Inn \| Fireflies Night Trip \| Sekayu Waterfall & Terrapin Conservation Centre Trip \|
Besut	\| Bukit Keluang Bach Resort \|
Volunteer Programmes	\| Terengganu Turtle Conservation Expedition \| Perhentian Turtle Conservation Volunteer program \| Turtle Conservation Centre \|
Tanjung Jara	\| Tanjong Jara Resort \|
Kenyir Dam	\| Kenyir Lake Day Tour \| Lake Kenyir Resort & Spa \| Musang Kenyir Resort \| Uncle John Resort \| Kenyir Lake Plus (Houseboat) \| Kenyir Tourist Resort \|
Pulau Tenggol	\| Tenggol Island Beach Resort \| Tenggol Day Trip \|
Dungun	\| Hotel Kasanya \| Ulek Beach Resort \| Cemerong Waterfall & Pasir Raja Tour \|
Chukai & Kemaman	\| River Garden Hotel \|
Paka	\| Residence Resort \| Rumbai Resort Villa \|
Kijal	\| Awana Golf and Beach Resort \|