Have you planned your holiday on Tioman Island but missed the last ferry of the day?
Worry not!
There is another alternative to reaching Tioman Island.
Aside from the public ferry that runs 2–3 times a day, Tioman is also accessible through private speedboats.
These private boats are an option for travellers who missed their ferry rides and can instead hire a private boat to Tioman island.
Read on to know more about the private boat from Mersing to Tioman Island.
1. Private Boat From Mersing To Tioman Island
2. Mersing To Tioman Private Boat Route
3. Speed Boat Mersing To Tioman Ticket
4. Boat Ride From Mersing To Tioman Schedule
1. Private Boat From Mersing To Tioman Island
If you missed the public ferry to Tioman island and you don’t want to spend an extra night at Mersing Harbour, your next best option is to hire a private boat to Tioman island.
However, a private boat to Tioman island is typically more expensive than a ferry ride, thus making it a more expensive alternative for your journey.
Travel Time: Around 90 minutes (depending on weather conditions)
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2. Mersing To Tioman Private Boat Route
The private boat from Mersing Jetty heads straight to Tioman Island.
Private boat route: Mersing Jetty > Tioman Island
Moreover, aside from Tioman Island, private boats can also access nearby islands that are not served by public ferry.
If you hire the local speedboat, you can visit other islands nearby Tioman, though keep in mind that certain islands may require a permit before entering.
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The route from Mersing Jetty can also access the following islands:
- Rawa Island
- Tengah Island
- Tinggi Island
- Pemanggil Island
- Aur Island
- Dayang Island
- Harimau Island
- Sibu Besar Island
- Sibu Hujung Island
- Rahsia Island
- Raja Island
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Sail with no worries, as the speedboat always provides life jackets to all passengers due to potential weather changes at sea.
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3. Speed Boat Mersing To Tioman Ticket
The average price for a one way trip from Mersing to Tioman Island using a local private boat ranges from RM600 to RM800 for a small boat, which can fit around 6-8 people.
While a bigger boat that fits up to 12 people will cost between RM1000 and RM1500.
Since the costs are expensive, it is advisable that you find other people who also missed their ferry to share the costs of a private boat.
If there is no one to share the rides with, then you will need to shoulder the full price of the boat, so it’s better to find a friend to help distribute the cost to make it more affordable.
Please be aware of additional charges, such as:
- Marine Park Entrance Fee for Singapore visitor: Adult (RM30), Children/Senior (RM15)
- Johor National Park Fee for Singapore visitor: Adult (RM20), Children/Senior (RM10)
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4. Boat Ride From Mersing To Tioman Schedule
Aside from boat rides provided by resorts or travel agencies, there is no fixed schedule for private boats.
The private boat rides is operated upon your requests and do not have flexible departure timing.
However, due to unforeseen weather circumstances, private boats may reschedule or cancel boat rides for safety reasons.
Note:
- Keep in mind that boats don’t run from November to February (monsoon season).
- The peak season for boat trips is from March to September
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