Pulau Aur, Malaysia

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Located about 60 kilometres east of Mersing on Johor's east coast, Pulau Aur is the place to be if you are a dive enthusiast. It has been widely acclaimed as one of the best scuba diving spots in Malaysia. Much of its reputation has been credited to the deeper waters surrounding Pulau Aur as compared to other isles in the Johore Marine Park, closer to the mainland.

Do keep in mind that because Pulau Aur is a marine park, tourists to the island must adhere to rules and regulations.

How to get there

From Kuala Lumpur, head south on the North-South Expressway heading towards Singapore. Take the turn-off to Air Hitam. From here, drive towards Kluang, then towards Kahang town. From there, just follow the signs to Mersing. Another route on the North-South Expressway is to take the Senawang turn-off and head towards Tanjung Gemuk, before making south again on the coastal road to Mersing. Either way, the trip takes five to six hours and cuts through some deserted countryside, so make sure your tank is full and your car is in decent condition.

To get to Pulau Aur, 70km off Mersing, you can take a boat from the Mersing jetty (the same one that takes you to Pulau Tioman) or Sedilli fishing port. ItÂ’s a slow boat ride over some four hours, although some resorts have started using speed boats that cut travel time by half.

When to visit

The best time to visit Pulau Aur for diving is between April and October, when the sea is calmer and visibility is at its best.

Source: http://allmalaysia.info/

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