comparing pulau redang (terengganu) and tangalooma (brisbane)




moreton island, on which tangalooma is located, is similar to pulau redang in a number of ways:

both are about one and a half hours by ferry from the mainland, in terms of distance, about 40 km; clean, clear water (without doubt redang's is clearer) and white sand; swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving are the main activities. as for marine life, redang has a richer marine life;
turtles are found in both places; both are designated protected marine parks; opportunities for nature walks and rambling; accommodation available (redang has a wider range, and cheaper)

what are not available at redang: dolphin feeding and sand tobaganning

choose between the two: i will pick redang any time. at redang, the reef is right at your doorstep, literally. you do not need to take a boat out at all. the abundance of marine life means that there is more to see. when we were snorkelling at redang, we saw nurse sharks near the shore and further out, we came face to face with a metre long grouper.