Sixteen
kilometres off the coast of Mersing is Pulau Rawa. Famed for its white
coral sand, tall palm trees and coral reefs with neon-coloured fish and
other exotic marine life.
This quiet island only has 2 choices of
accommodation on it. The wooden chalets nestled amongst coconut groves
complement the island's reputation as a quaint hideaway.
Key
Tips
The sea gets rough and murky during the east coast's monsoon (November
- March), so try to time your visit outside of this period.
How
to get there
By Road From
Johor Bahru city centre, take the Johor Bahru-Kota Tinggi trunk road
and on through the Kota Tinggi-Mersing trunk road (Highway 3). From the
North-South Expressway, take the Ayer Hitam exit (Interchange 244) and
drive towards Kluang and onwards using the Kluang-Jemaluang trunk road
(Highway 50). After Jemaluang town, get onto the Kota Tinggi-Mersing
trunk road, heading towards Mersing. Look out for signboards that will
lead you to the Mersing Jetty.
Who
to contact
For more information about Rawa Island, please contact the Johor Marine
Park Information Centre in Mersing at 607-7991161 or the Mersing
Tourist Information Centre (METIC) at 607-7995212.
Accommodation
Overview
Rawa
Safaris' has 63 chalets and bungalows and has a restaurant and pub. Le
Club Rawa has a private beach with a small cluster of chalets tucked in
front of a jungle.
