A direct translation in English would be, Nine Islands.      |
 Just 10 miles south of Pulau Pangkor lies a cluster of nine island called Pulau Sembilan; Pulau Agas, Pulau Payung, Pulau Nipis, Pulau Rumbia, Pulau Lalang, Pulau Saga, Pulau Buluh, Black Rock and White Rock. Seclude and uninhabited, they are popular with campers during weekends and public holidays. Some of the islands, has a refreshing clear stream and soft sandy beach ideal for camping. For snorkeling and diving, the channel between Pulau Rumbia and Pulau Lalang is especially excellent. Just 15 metres deep, its sandy bottom is embellished with a myriad of colourful corals. Among the many exotic marine life found here are groupers, snappers and barracudas. Another great site is the channel between Pulau Buluh and Pulau Saga, which is named 'Grouper Country' by local fishermen. Strewn with big boulders, green tree coral can be found at a depth of 10m. In the waters on the eastern side of Pulau Buluh, there are small rocks, hard corals and coral fish. Also recommended is White Rock, where jacks and barracudas are commonly sighted. In the crevices of the coral and rocky substrate, many large groupers and snappers are frequently spotted. HOW TO GET THERE Approximately 82km from Ipoh, 300km from Kuala Lumpur, 250km from Penang via North-South Expressway through Ipoh-Lumut Expressway. Boat ride from Lumut will take about half an hour to the islands. *Advance reservation is Recommended. Schedule is subject to change due to uncertain circumstances and changes of weather. WHAT TO WEAR Appropriate attire and footwear for outdoor activities is required. Your clothing should be suitable for outdoor comfort. Loose-fitting and lightweight clothes and non-slippery shoes are recommended. Always be prepared with suitable rain gear for example rain jacket, poncho, waterproof/water resistant carrier. BASIC RECOMMENDED GEARS TO BRING ALONG Long and short pants, long socks, sweater, swim attire, rain gear, towel, sunglasses, sun block, insect-repellant, torchlight and spare batteries, whistle, first-aid kit, toiletry kit, camping stove, lightweight camping cookware, pocket knife/lightweight multipurpose tool, tent and sleeping bag. As for fishing activities, fishing rods and baits. SERVICES AND FACILITIES Nature Guide, boat, boatman, tent, food and beverages. *Campsites are available by making reservation far in advance. Please be sure to know the dates you wish to camp and have an alternative if those dates are not available* ACTIVITIES Fishing, camping, boat ride, snorkeling, diving, swimming and jungle trekking. |
