Hi friends
I am back! My mind still swaying with the coconut leaves that line the beach front. Behind this, dense jungle in it vibrant shades of green. As I gaze…..
Well, we were all waiting at the pool front at University Malaya. Then, our transport arrived, 2 four-wheelers and a Perdana. Many pulled out at the last tinkle as personal agendas took priority. There were only 11 of us from the expected 15. We left at about half past midnight. I was in the Rexton. Our first stop was at the Temerloh R&R and then a straight drive to Dungun jetty.
Part of the crew!
We reached Dungun, at about 5am and pulled up at a so called restaurant infested with cockroaches running up your feet. There we had nasi lemak and some drinks. We then headed to the nearby mosque and later to the beachfront. As we reached this beautiful site, we witnessed sunrise and suddenly,…………….
My legs buckled! My eyes almost popped out. I was in tears as pain rushed across my abdomen weaving its way along the length of my intestines, intermittently. I could feel every urge to open my bowels. The cramps got stronger as I managed to get my friend to bring me to a nearby run-down hotel. What a way to start my trip, I told myself as I self diagnose to have food poisoning! Luckily, I came prepared with medications!
The ride on the slow boat was painful as it took almost two hours to reach the island, Tenggol.
The other half of the crew!
The boat
The promise of paradise
Tenggol, was paradise! The resort was on a quiet beach strip within a lagoon. It was the last undisturbed paradise. I was in heaven and suddenly I felt better!
A tree top view.
I was happy that this island was left away from the eyes of our ever greedy politicians! For once there was still an unmolested island but for how long I wonder!
The resort rooms were average in standard, losing its’ stars for the poor water supply and the food served. I would say the food was okay but the water pressure was too low to have a decent bath!
The dive centre, Discovery Divers, manned by Mr Zol, was excellent with good facilities and excellent care for divers.
The dives – well should I say more! Magnificent!
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