Pulau Tioman

Pulau Tioman, the largest among the group of 64 volcanic islands, dottering around the South China Sea. Tioman is a magnificent island which is blessed with crystal-clear water and great reefs for diving . It is the ideal destination for divers staying in Singapore or for stop over travelers passing through Singapore.

According to legend, Tioman is the resting place of a magical dragon princess, who was on her way from China to visit her prince in Singapore. From a distance many believe that Tioman looks like a sleeping dragon just waiting to be awoken.

The diving season in Tioman Island is from March to November and the water temperature ranges from 26 to 32 degrees celsius with visibility ranging from 8m to 25m. Currents are generally light, about1 - 3 knots. The North - East monsoon starts from mid-November to February and during this period most diving operations stop because the sea can be rough.

Beaches & Resorts
There are many beaches on Pulau Tioman, however Planet Scuba visits Paya Beach Resort as Paya is one of the quieter more relaxing beaches.

Paya Beach Resort, Paya Beach:
It is a well established resort with facilities like swimming pool, spa and massage services, beach bar, pool table and a restaurant that serves excellent Western and Chinese meals. It is an ideal get away for everyone with activities from diving, snorkeling, trekking or simply laze on the beach and enjoy the sun, sea and sand.

Dive Boats Custom-Built For Your Comfort, Oxygen tanks and medical
first-aid kits permanently located on board all dive boats.

Weekly Schedule March - November:
Friday Night

1900hrs Meet at Tanjong Pagar Plaza
1930hrs Depart for Mersing
(Licensed Tour Coach Singapore-Mersing-Singapore)
2330hrs Arrive at Mersing and check into Hotel in Mersing

Saturday
0700hrs Depart Mersing for Pulau Tioman via Speedboat
0930hrs Arrive Pulau Tioman
3 Day boat dives
1 Night boat dive (For Advanced Divers & above)

Sunday
2 Day boat dives
1500hrs Depart Pulau Tioman via Fast Ferry
1700hrs Arrive in Mersing and transfer via coach back to Singapore
2130hrs Arrive at Lavender MRT Station, Singapore

Fees: $350/-

  • Coach Transfer, Singapore - Mersing - Singapore
  • 1 night accommodation in a Mersing Hotel
  • 1 Night Quad share accommodation Paya Beach Resort
  • Fast Ferry Transfer Mersing - Tioman - Mersing
  • 2 Breakfast, 2 Lunch, 1 Dinner
  • 5/6 Dives (Night Dive for Advanced & Above)
  • Dive Guide
  • Weights, Weight Belt, Tank

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