Tioman Island
Native name: Pulau Tioman ڤولاو تياومن | |
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Tioman Island | |
| Geography | |
| Location | South China Sea |
| Coordinates | 2°49′N 104°11′E / 2.817°N 104.183°E |
| Area | 136 km2 (53 sq mi) |
| Coastline | 245 km (152.2 mi) |
| Highest elevation | 1,038 m (3406 ft) |
| Highest point | Gunung Kajang (Ribu) |
| Administration | |
| State | Pahang |
| District | Rompin |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 2023 (2016 Census) |
| Ethnic groups | Malay, Chinese |
Tioman Island (Malay: Pulau Tioman) is 32 kilometres (20 miles), off the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, more specifically off the east coast of Rompin District, Pahang, Malaysia. It is 39 kilometres (24 miles) long and 12 kilometres (7.5 miles) wide and has seven villages, the largest and most populous being Kampung Tekek on the central western coast. The densely forested island is sparsely inhabited, and is surrounded by numerous coral reefs, making it a popular scuba diving, snorkelling, and surfing spot. There are many resorts and chalets for tourists around the island, which has duty-free status.
The island is accessed via ferry service from the coastal town of Mersing and Teluk Gading, as well as by air, run by a regular private service from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (formerly Subang International Airport) in Selangor.