Minang Cove is one of Tioman’s most romantic resorts. With only 20 rooms and a coral beach all to themselves, escape to pure peace and tranquility here.
The resort has been designed and built by the owners Tony and Lina to meet the high standards expected by international guests. The three villas and nine chalets are all air conditioned with ensuite facilities, set in a wonderful tropical location.
The coral beach at its doorstep houses a large variety of reef fishes including resident green turtles, and blue spotted stingrays. The house reef is on one of the few places in Tioman where the corals are still growing and makes excellent snorkelling.
About Tioman Island
Tioman Island is located 56km off the East Coast of Peninsula Malaysia. Culminating at 1040 meters above sea level, it is surrounded by reefs. The island approximately half the size of Singapore, has only one road which is 2km long and runs between the island’s only airport and the Berjaya Tioman Resort. Tioman Island is located in one of the most outstanding areas of marine bio-diversity in the world. The whole island is a marine park, and fishing is done two nautical miles from the island. Everything in between is protected this also includes sea shells and all other plants and organism. The Island itself is covered in tropical rainforest.
Rooms and Facilities
Minang Cove was designed and built by the owners in traditional Island style with local materials. The Villas and Chalets have been built with verandas overlooking the cove and blend beautifully with the tropical surroundings. The buildings may be traditional but the facilities meet the high standards expected by international guests.
Our range of accommodation is air conditioned with ensuite bathrooms. Rooms are spacious and well appointed so you can enjoy a comfortable stay.
Beach Front Villa
This villa is right on the beach and at high tide the water goes under the verandah. The master bedroom has a king size bed and on suite bathroom. The second bedroom has a queen size bed, the third bedroom has a double and single bed. The hall hosts the second bathroom and a small kitchen with mini bar and tea, coffee making facilities. The large verandah has a three piece lounging chairs and coffee table, as well as a six chair dinner table. The villa will sleep 7 people in comfort. We can supply high chairs and cots for families at no extra charge.
Minang Chalets
The Minang Chalet is a comfortable air conditioned, ensuite single story bungalow, built to traditional styling with local wood furniture. The rooms are spacious and include their own veranda with stunning views over the cove. Each chalet can sleep upto 4 people in comfort. We can supply cots and high chairs for families at no extra charge. Please advise us of your requirements when booking to ensure availability
Families
Our accommodation is well suited to families with a range of options open to you. We also supply cots, high chairs at no extra charge.
Children under 12 years 50% Off Adult Prices.
Tioman Dive Centre
Minang Cove has a prime dive area around the southern tip of Tioman Island which is generally less dived by other the other Dive centres. You are also able to dive from the jetty and enjoy the plentiful marine life.
Food & Beverage
The restaurant is the centre of Minang Cove with impressive views of the ocean and stunning sunsets. The restaurant and bar is open throughout the day. Cuisine served is a mixture of western and local to suit all palates. There is an ala carte menu for lunch.
Cost per person per night for 2008
Standard sea-view chalet
| Single |
RM 349 |
| Double Sharing |
RM 219 |
| Triple Sharing |
RM 189 |
| Quad Sharing |
RM 169 |
Deluxe sea-view chalet and deluxe beach front chalet
| Single |
RM 374 / 449 |
| Double Sharing |
RM 279 / 299
|
All rates above Include Half Board - Breakfast, Afternoon Tea and Dinner
* Extra bed half board : RM 155 ( Adult ) RM 125 ( Child )
If you would like to rent a full villa that can accommodate up to 7 persons, email us separately.
Speedboat transfers
Transfers by Speedboat from Tioman Airport or Mersing (1 way): RM 75/40 per adult / child (under 12)
Tioman island to Mersing (1 way): RM 45/40 per adult / child (under 12)
Getting Here
By Air - Kuala Lumpur & Singapore
Air services to Tioman are operated by Berjaya Air, which has a daily service. The flight leaves Kuala Lumpur for Tioman, then heads to Singapore, from where it returns to Tioman and then Kuala Lumpur. For up-to-date schedules and cost of flight tickets, check http://www.berjaya-air.com/ The schedule is as follows:
By Coach/Bus
Kuala Lumpur - Mersing
Transnasional operates direct from KL to Mersing from Puduraya Bus Station. Departures are at 11.00 am, 10.30 pm and 11.00 pm. Travel time is approx. 7 hours.
Singapore – Mersing
Transnasional operates direct from Singapore to Mersing from the Kallang Bahru/Lavender Street junction (lorry park). Departures are at 9am, 10am and 10pm. Travel time is approx 4 hours. Call Pan Malaysia Express: 65 6294 7034.
An alternative route is via Johor Bahru from the terminal at Queen St/Ban San St. Take the Singapore-Johore Express directy to Larkin Bus Terminal in JB, Malaysia. From LBT, take Adik-beradkik Express service at 9.00am, 10.00am, 9.00pm and 10.30pm (ticket counters no 6 & 30) or Transnasional service at 10.00 am, 11.00am, 10.30pm and 11.00 pm.
By Road - Self Drive
From Kuala Lumpur take the Highway to Johor but exit at Ayer Hitam. (2hours, 30min) From the Ayer Hitam exit, turn right towards Kluang and then on to Mersing. Total journey time approximately 6 - 7 hours.
**Minang Cove offers a private transfer services with an MPV from key destinations in Malaysia. Please enquire with us.
Ferry/Sea Transfer Mersing – Tioman
A ferry service takes 1 hour 15 min direct to island but has to be pre booked though Minang Cove. You can collect your ticket from our office opposite ferry terminal. Normally ferries depart at 10:00am and 12:00 noon. Actual timing depends on tide.
Pick up Service from Tioman Airport
Speedboat from Tioman Airport to Minang Cove is RM75.00 per person, one way. Journey time is 30 minutes
Our Say
We’ve handpicked Minang Cove for its overall quality and providing the ultimate romantic retreat. If you are seeking a real private getaway and want to feel like you are the only guests on the whole of the island, this is the ideal island resort! The resort is clean, comfortable and exclusive since there is a private beach. The sea facing chalets are very romantic are absolutely gorgeous.
The coral beach is great for the afternoon or evening snorkel and the resort’s jetty houses a large variety of common reef fish such as the striped Sergeant Fish. Tony and his staff will do their utmost in ensuring you have a great stay. This was our experience and you will feel the same.