Pulau Lang Tengah is a very small island located between Perhentian Island and Redang Island. This little island is accessible by a 30-minute boat ride from the Merang jetty.
According to locals, Lang Tengah takes its name from 'Lang' which comes from helang which means 'eagle' in the Malay language, and tengah, meaning 'middle'. Thus, Lang Tengah means eagles resting on the middle island.
The island is small. Very small. A round-island trip by speed boat takes only 10 minutes. The beach is narrow and land is limited. However, Lang Tengah Island gains its advantages from its size. Due to the limitation on the land, there are only 4 resort operators on the island, ensuring a peaceful visit.
Kuala Terengganu airport is located 20minutes from the main town of Kuala Terengganu. Then proceed to Merang jetty which 40minutes drive north of Kuala Terengganu by the coastal road. The journey will take approx. 40minutes by speedboat and one and 1 ½ hrs by slow boat and ferry services are also available.
