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Wednesday 23 May 2012

INTRODUCTION


ABOUT PULAU PANGKOR Pulau Pangkor is an island off the coast of Perak in north-west peninsular Malaysia, reached by ferry from Lumut (a small coastal town that links to Ipoh, or from Sitiawan). Buses from many parts of the country arrive frequently in Lumut at the bus station which is opposite of the Lumut Jetty. Cars must be left on the mainland, there are a number of car parks in Lumut. There are no bridges connecting the island to the mainland because there exist a policy to control the number of vehicles on the island partly due to no real necessity and partly due to space constraints. This has brought about much positive effects in preserving a natural environment free from toxic fumes, dust, noise, congestion and traffic hazards. All these have contributed to the preservation of wildlife in the tropical rain forest where many rare species still exist, including hornbills and monitor lizards. Pulau Pangkor land area of only 8 square kilometers, and a population of approximately 25,000 islanders. Pulau Pangkor villagers totally Malay, Chinese & Indian. It is heavily promoted as a low-key tourist destination by the Malaysian Government, but fishing and fish products remain major industries.
Pulau Pangkor lies a cluster of fabulous islands with unquestionably some of the best coves and beaches on the western coast of peninsular Malaysia. These can be visited via the road running around the island. The jungle-clad hills of the interior, though, are virtually untouched. Pulau Pangkor is facing of our Malaysia Navy Dockyard and Teluk Batik. Pulau Pangkor was a bit-player in the battle to control trade in the Selat Melaka (Strait of Melaka). In earlier times, the island was a favourite refuge of fishermen, sailors, merchants and pirates. In the 17th century, the Dutch built a fort here in their bid to monopolise the Perak tin trade, but were driven out by a local ruler before returning briefly some 50 years later. In 1874 a contender to the Perak throne sought British backing and the Pulau Pangkor treaty was signed. As a result, British Resident James WW Birch was installed in Perak and the colonial era on the peninsular began.


Pulau Pangkor
villagers live in scattered fishing settlements along the coast especially on the eastern side, and their catch comprises mainly cuttlefish and anchovy. Fishing and dried fish products are still a major industry for the island, particularly on the east coast, with most tourist development confined to the west coast. The modern facilities make it an ideal gateway.


Pangkor Town History


Largely inhabited by fisher-folk who live in fishing settlements scattered along the coast, Pulau Pangkor - in stark contrast to Malaysia's fast-paced progress - remains a haven for those seeking to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Here, visitors can bask in the sun on her golden beaches and catch sights of fishing boats rocking gently on calm blue waters.

Situated 7 km from historic Lumut town across the Straits of Malacca, it has for centuries enthralled visitors with her charming beauty, idyllic bays, pristine beaches, and vibrant tropical forests. Hence it comes as no surprise that she has been a welcome stopover for the sea weary, pirates, and adventurers in the old days. In fact, it was at one time ruled by European conquerors such as the Dutch and British yet her natural wonders have remained unscarred and her environment as tranquil and harmonious as ever.

Without defining the size of population to qualify a township, in Pulau Pangkor there are 3 distinct townships and 4 settlement areas. These small settlements here are referred as villages in local language "Kampung". With the exception of Kampung Teluk Nipah that is located on the west coast, 6 of them were on the island's eastern side facing the calmer waters of the channel. The town with most activities will the first arrival point, Kampung Sungai Pinang Kecil.












Here, the fishing industry sent out its produce and received the much needed supply from the main land
The urban areas in Pulau Pangkor looked exciting. Narrow streets with few vehicular traffic. If there are - it is dominated by 2 wheelers.


Today's Pulau Pangkor is a thriving tourist destination that does not reflect her turbulent past.

Walk around town to savour some cruisine and native sights. If your timing is right, you may ever see the fisherman pulling in their catch. Have a visit at the seafood factories producing dried cuttle fish, anchovies, satay fish and dried shrimps.

The mystique of this pretty fishing village has never failed to charm tourists from all over the world. Past the Pulau Pangkor Jetty is the main village offering a wide variety of fresh and dried seafood and souvenirs crafted from seashells and local materials.









Don't forget to visit Sungai Pinang Besar village where this village is popular for boat building and repairs.

Teluk Nipah

Further down the road, is the increasingly popular Teluk Nipah. Accommodation here caters much to the middle to lower-ranged budgets and can be a little dissapointing to those who have something of a romantic notion of island getaway in mind. Chalets, restaurants and motels line the streets and even the small alleyways and during the peak seasons, it's jam-packed with tourists. The main road lies between the beach and the motels and chalets so don't expect to get any rooms on the beach itself.

Just off the main street, towards the end of alleyways sits the borderline of the forest reserve. In the evenings, if you're lucky, you can witness a flock of hornbills flying in for handouts left out by local operators. You also can see by our local people feed them with bread or papaya fruit. Always shy but these hornbills seem to think that there may be some truth in safety in numbers.

From the beach, you can also take a short boat ride to the nearby islands the area for snorkling area at Pulau Giam and Pulau Mentaggor and if you're really for some exercise, you can rent kayaks for a paddle out to these islands.

Pulau Pangkor, Teluk Nipah is a popular local resort. It can get very crowded on weekends and holidays when prices are highest, but during the week the beaches are almost empty. A wide range of sun and sea activities are available such as Banana Boat, Fishing Trip, Jetski, Kayak, Scuba Diving, Snorkling.




HOW TO GET HERE?




Buses from many parts of the State arrive frequently in Lumut at the Bus Station<--Click which is opposite of the Lumut Jetty. Cars must be left on the mainland, there are a number of car parks in Lumut. There are no bridges connecting the island to the mainland because there exist a policy to control the number of vehicles on the island partly due to no real necessity and partly due to space constraints.

This is boat at Terminal Lumut Jetty.


BY BOAT
Konsortium Mesra Duta Ferry (+605683 5800) & Pan Silver Ferry (+605683 2188) runs between Lumut to Sungai Pinang Kecil (SPK) & Pulau Pangkor Town every 30 to 45 minutes between 7.00 am - 8.30 pm. All ferries from Lumut stop at Sungai Pinang Kecil (SPK) before reaching Pulau Pangkor Town, so don’t get down at Sungai Pinang Kecil (SPK), there no taxi at Sungai Pinang Kecil (SPK), you have to get down at the second stop Pulau Pangkor Town. Return tickets (valid for one month) on all three boats cost RM10; just check which service is leaving first.
Mesra Ferry

Duta Ferry

Pan Silver Ferry

Ferry Schedule

BY AIR



Berjaya Air (+605685 5828) has flights every day except Tuesday and Thursday between KL’s Subang airport and Pulau Pangkor airport at Teluk Dalam.

PULAU PANGKOR TRANSPORTATION

There are no public buses available to tourists, so you will be obliged to use Pulau Pangkor’s candy-pink minibus taxis, which operates between 6.30 am and 9.00 pm. Just tell them sent you to Nipah Bay Villa, told them that you already make reservation at Nipah Bay Villa.

NIPAH BAY VILLA FACILITIES & SERVICES


Our Facilities : Cafe, Library (Sell & Change Book), Surau, Rooftop (Eagle Nest View & Place To Have A Drink and Chat) & Free Wi-fi provided.

Our Services : Bus Ticket Booking, Jungle Trekking, Water Sports Activities (Banana Boat, JetSki, Kayak, Round Island By Boat, Snorkeling & Fishing Trips), Traditional Massage, Motorcycle & Car Rental, Laundry, Taxi Services,Private Transport To Any Destination Within Malaysia, Private Air Transport & Shisha / Hookah Services.


Outside cafe Wi-Fi zone area


Inside cafe Wi-Fi zone area


Rooftop side area


Ground floor area at rooftop side


Surau for Muslim Prayer


Library area with place to relax


From different angle


This area place to have a drink with eagle nest view behind of you.(No Wi-Fi coverage)


Eagle nest just near from Nipah Bay Villa.


From rooftop angle view


Bus ticket booking services


Traditional Massage


Car Rental

Scooter Rental


OUR ROOM RATE 2016

ROOM TYPE
LOW SEASON

HIGH SEASON

PUBLIC HOLIDAY

ECONOMY ROOM
2 PERSONS
RM 90
RM 110
RM 140
STANDARD ROOM
2 PERSONS
RM 100
RM 130
RM 160
STANDARD CHALET
2 PERSONS
RM 150
RM 170
RM 240
DELUXE TERRACE
3 PERSONS
RM 150
RM 200
RM 250
DELUXE CHALET
3 PERSONS
RM 170
RM 220
RM 270
FAMILY ROOM A
3 PERSONS
RM 120
RM 170
RM 200
FAMILY ROOM B
4 PERSONS ( 3 TYPE )
RM 150 / RM 170 / RM 200
RM 200 / RM 220 / RM 250
RM 260 / RM 280 / RM 310
FAMILY ROOM C
5 PERSONS
RM 190
RM 270
RM 280
FAMILY ROOM D
6 PERSONS ( 2 TYPE )
RM 220 / RM 280
RM 250/ RM 350
RM 300 / RM 390

PRICE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

RATES ARE EXCLUDING MEALS
ALL UNITS ARE FULLY AIR-CONDITIONER , TV( ASTRO ),HOT SHOWER
ROOMS ONLY BE ASSURED IF FULL CASH PAYMENT BEEN RECEIVED
PAYMENT MADE NOT REFUNDABLE

CHECK IN TIME : 3.00 P.M                                                             CHECK OUT TIME : 12.00 P.M

ROOM PICTURE

All units are fully air-conditioned, bathroom attached with hot shower & TV ( Astro Channel )
We do have a Keattle but you have to put deposit RM 50, when you return back the Keattle we will return back your RM 50.



Individual Standard & Deluxe Chalet Type



Chalet type is individual chalets



Inside chalet


Standard Chalet type for 2 person king size bed



Standard Chalet type for 2 person, 2 single bed



Deluxe Chalet type for 3 persons 1 king size bed and 1 single bed




Terrace Deluxe Chalet For 3 Persons




Terrace Deluxe Chalet type with different colors match ( Green and Black )



Purple and Black ( Standard Chalet )



Yellow and Black ( Terrace Deluxe Chalet )



Pink and Black ( Terrace Deluxe Chalet )



Economy Room with queen size bedStandard Room ( 2 Pax ) 2 Single bed




One big building with separate rooms at rooftop ground floor area


Ground floor


First floor



Family room A (3 Persons)


Family Room B (4 Persons)Family Room C ( 5 Persons )


Family Room D (6 Persons)