Getting to Tioman Island

 From Kuala Lumpur
Take North-South Highway, head south towards Johor (from KL or North) . Exit at Ayer Hitam (exit 244) After toll gate, take a right turn at the traffic junction and head towards Kluang. Before entering Kluang town, there's a roundabout, take 3 O'clock. Follow signs to Mersing or Route 3.

Approximate travelling time : 5 hrs from KL

From JB / Singapore
Take Jalan Wong Ah Fook and this will lead you through Johor Bahru City passing City Square shopping mall on your right. Look out for the overhead Bridge with the sign 'Kota Tinggi - Desaru'. Follow this sign leading you to route 3 . Route 3 will take you towards Kota Tinggi and Mersing. Just follow the signs.

Approximate travelling time : 2 / 2.5hrs from JB

From Terengganu/Kuantan
Take Route 3(coastal road), heading south towards JB. For roadmap, please visit: www.jputra.com

Approximate travelling time from Kuantan, 3+ hours

    Turtle Season

Pulau Tioman is also known as the turtle island of Malaysia. From May - September sea turtles come to the beaches of this island off the south-western coast of Malaysia to lay their eggs.  If you're travelling to Tioman between May - September there's a chance of spotting sea turtles laying their eggs on the beach.                                              more