An Overview

We offer land transfers via our private cars from Villa Samadhi Kuala Lumpur to both the Mersing as well as the Tanjung Gemok jetty. This road trip takes around 5-6 hours. From the jetty you will then hop onto either the public ferry or our private boat to JapaMala, which will take close to 1.5 hours.

Your experience begins however, even before you arrive in Tioman Island!
 

This road & boat trip is tailored to show you a blend of urban and rural Malaysia, giving you a chance to experience both the bustling city and the tranquil countryside way of life before we sail you off across the South China Sea.

Proposed Road Adventure

Recommended : Option A

Kuala Pilah-Muadzam Shah-Tanjung Gemok

This coordinated road adventure from Kuala Lumpur to Tanjung Gemok is via two small towns called Kuala Pilah and Muadzam Shah.

• Total Distance: Approximately 270 km
• Estimated Travel Time: 4.5 to 5 hours (depending on traffic and roadconditions)
• Private Car Transfer: RM1600 nett one way with maximum of three persons per trip

Kuala Pilah (100km from KL around 1.5 to 2 hours travelling time) is a quaint town rich in cultural heritage, dotted with traditional Malay houses and ‘kampung’ (local village) eateries, makes a worthy pit-stop for a local snack or coffee! Continue en route to Tanjung Gemok jetty passing through Muadzam Shah’s scenic village route.

Sailing Out from Tanjong Gemok to Japamala Resort

Get onboard our private JapaMala   as our captain and crew waits on you with refreshing cold towels & a a sweet drink. Throughout the cruise, keep an eye out for dolphins, false killer whales and other marine life commonly seen in these waters!
 

• Total Distance: Approximately 50 nautical miles (93 km)
• Estimated Travel Time: 1.5 depending on sea conditions
• Private Boat Charter: RM1180 nett return per person with minimum two persons per trip

Option B

Kuala Lumpur-Mersing Jetty

Estimated travel time and distance is about the same as the recommended road trip except via a different route to the sleepy Mersing town where the public ferry terminal is situated. Your chauffeur will make pit-stops along the way as you please.
 

• Total Distance: Approximately 270 km
• Estimated Travel Time: 4.5 to 5 hours (depending on traffic and road conditions)
• Private Car Transfer: RM1500 nett one way with maximum of three persons per trip

Sailing Out from Mersing to Japamala Resort

All boat-transfers via the Mersing jetty are public ferries. Please be informed that boat times are indicative as they are subject to tide and sea conditions. We will contact you as early as possible should there be any major time changes.

• Total Distance: Approximately 50 nautical miles (93 km)
• Estimated Travel Time: 1.5 depending on sea conditions
• Tickets: Our team will guide you to purchase tickets online.
   

MARINE CONSERVATION FEE

To enter Tioman Island, there is a fee go RM30 nett (per person) which goes towards a trust fund for the management of the island. This fee needs to be paid in cash directly to the local authorities at the Mersing Jetty. 

For more information, please consult our Concierge team at reservations@japamalaresorts.com