Introducing Tioman Island Marine Park

Tioman Island is a relatively large island and a popular tourist destination. Visitors have a number of beaches to choose from around the island, each with its own local village, giving tourism a community vibe. 

Known to scuba divers for its vibrant coral reef, Tioman also has lush rainforest with endemic species. The island rises to steep peaks, the most prominent of which are the 'dragon's horns', drawing rock climbing enthusiasts. With many ecotourism options to choose from, let us help you plan a sustainable trip. 

Experiences in nature to suit any holiday length

Eco-tourism adventures in Tioman to support conservation

Tioman is an eco-tourism gem, with a rich and resilient coral reef underwater and thick jungle on land. Choose your adventure with local nature guides, dive centres, and sustainable tourism operators. Mix it up with chill beach days and you'll have enough things to do for weeks!

Tioman tourist season

March: Monsoon ends
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Shoulder season

Weather and sea conditions may still be variable. Turtles begin nesting.

Suitable for...

Weather and water visibility improves for snorkelling and diving. Surfing conditions ending in Juara beach. 

Volunteer: Juara Turtle Project

May: Dry season
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Peak period

Sunny weather and good visibility. Lucky tourists may encounter migrating whale sharks.

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Suitable for...

In the sea: Scuba diving and snorkelling. 

On land: Beach time and rock climbing.

Volunteer: Juara Turtle Project

September: Dry season ends

Turtle nesting season ends

Turtle hatchlings continue to emerge into October. Monsoon winds begin, sea conditions turn variable.

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Suitable for...

Quieter beach days and hiking. Surfing conditions return in Juara beach.

Volunteer: Juara Turtle Project

November: Monsoon season
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Low period

Rainy weather and rough sea conditions with frequent storms.

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Suitable for...

Surfing and hiking in the rainforest.

Any holiday can be a sustainable holiday

Going on a short vacation to Tioman?

Find the information you need to make sustainable choices in Tioman Marine Park on our map.