Introduction
Situated north of Kuala Penyu, opposite the largely swampy Klias Peninsula, is a group of islands with coral reefs and sandy beaches. Pulau Tiga Park is a fascinating spot rarely visited by tourists. Gazetted in 1978, it covers 158 square kilometers, most of which is sea. It comprises three small islands - Pulau Tiga, Pulau Kalampunian Besar and Pulau Kalampunian Damit (snake island). The islands has been dubbed 'Survivor islands' from a television series which was filmed here in 1996.
The park is named after the largest island, Pulau Tiga, whose name is derived from three undulating humps visible from a distance when approaching the island. The islands were designated a forest reserve in 1933. The Park has particularly interesting flora and fauna and a rich marine life, with good diving and snorkelling over the reefs.
The administrative centre of the Pulau Tiga Park is in the Pulau Tiga island, however there is an administrative offices branch in Kuala Penyu town.
Opening Hours
Opening Hours : 8.00am - 5.00pm (Monday to Sunday)Pulau Tiga Park, Kuala Penyu
Updated conservation fees.
Category | Fee |
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International aged 18 years old and above | RM20 / person / day |
Foreign visitor aged 17 years old and below | RM12 / person / day |
Malaysian aged 18 years old and above | RM6 / person / day |
Local visitor aged 13 to 17 years old | RM2 / person / day |
Local visitor aged 12 years old and below, 60 years old above & person with disability | Free of charge |
Volcanic Mud Bath Fee
Updated fees.
Category | Fee |
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International (all categories) | RM10.00 / person / first 3 hours & RM10.00 / person for subsequent hours |
Malaysian aged 18 years old and above | RM8.00 / person / first 3 hours & RM8.00 / person for subsequent hours |
Malaysian aged 13 to 17 years old | RM5.00 / person / first 3 hours & RM5.00 / person for subsequent hours |
Malaysian aged 12 years old and below, 60 years old above & person with disability | Free of charge |
Islands
# | Islands |
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01 | Tiga Island |
02 | Kalampunian Besar Island |
03 | Kalampunian Damit Island (Pulau Ular) |
Kalampunian Damit/Snake Island
Located north-east of the main island and comprising of mixed sandstone, limestone and shale, this very small island is dominated by Pisonia trees and some figs. A breeding ground for amphibious sea snakes, the island hosts thousands of Laticauda colubrina which come up to mate and nest.