RBFC Thailand 2015 Classic Sport Fishing Tournament

The most expensive prize for fishing tournament in Asia will held at Offshore of The Similan Islands. Anglers team from Australia, Canada, Singapore, Brunei, Hong Kong, USA, Germany, UK also Oman have confirmed their participate, at least 20 boat have confirmed.

For more information, please contact person in charge; Warren Crowe (Tel: +66 (0) 812 704 291) or email : info@rawaibeachfishingclub.com

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Pangkor Island

     The name Pangkor may have originated from the Thai word Pang Ko meaning 'beautiful island'. However others believe it may have been a memorial to Pang Koi, a legendary Chinese adventurer said to have lent his skills in seamanship to the bands of pirates this island once sheltered.

Pangkor's main attractions are undoubtedly the wonderful offerings of its pristine beaches on the western coastline. Named after a legendary lovelorn princess, Golden Sands Beach or Pantai Puteri is one of the most popular beaches on the island. Located on the northwest of Pangkor, this 1.2km stretch boast warm turquoise water fringed with tall swaying coconut palms. The beach here is ideal for sunbathing and recreational as fishing or bird watching. Look out for hornbills said to roam the area.

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Langkawi Island

      Langkawi is the largest of a multitude of islands that lie off the coast of Kedah state, in the far northwest of Peninsular Malaysia. The island compromises a jewelled setting of 99 islands. Langkawi is a versatile holidays destination with world-class infrastructure and facilities - a modern international airport, excellent roads, state-of-a-art marinas, budget hotels to award-winning, luxurious resorts, superb golf courses and a host of a recreational activities especially fishing.

Visitors arriving by sea will disembark at the jetty in the main town of Kuah. Located southeast of the island, the town houses many hotels and shopping centres. A large prominent statue of an eagle, situated at the popular Eagle Square is visible from afar when approaching the island. According to local folklore, Langkawi derived its name from the eagle or helang.

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Royal Pahang Billfish International Challenge 2014

The RPBIC logo created on 2013. 

RPBIC 2014

Royal Pahang Billfish International Challenge is an annual off-shore fishing challenge since 2004 organized by Unit Joran of Berita Harian one of the popular daily newspaper in Malaysia. This event is the largest fishing competition in Malaysia currently which involved many local and overseas participants.This event has the full support of Pahang Government State, Tourism Malaysia, Tioman Development Authority, Board of Tourism Pahang and other various parties, in collaboration with Malaysia Anglers Association (PeMM).

The RPBIC has successfully attract a tourist from all over the world, especially angler to Rompin, Pahang for take part in RPBIC every year. This event generate about 1.5 million Malaysia Ringgit to state annual revenue,  and attract around 5.5 million tourist from oversea and local.

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Fishing at Lake Kenyir, Terengganu

     The monsoon rainy season offer a special opportunity to fisherman to go after sebarau and other species in the largest manmade lake in Peninsular Malaysia.Lake Kenyir consists of more than 340 islands surrounded by a vast rainforest containing unpolluted clear river, waterfalls, magnificent limestone formation and pre-historic caves. Huge specimens of freshwater fish thrive here, making it a popular haunt for anglers. Houseboats, floating chalets and lakeside resorts are available. 

After a heavy downpour, some of the river mouth could see large number of sebarau congregating there foraging on baitfishes and foods swept down from upstream. You have to be lucky to be there at the right time and right place to enjoy these feeding frenzies, though.

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Pulau Jarak Sea Fishing ( Malacca Straits)

Located 34km southwest of the town of Lumut, Perak, is Pulau Jarak, Malaysia's fishing spot and also popular dive destination. This tiny island (barely 8 hectares in size) rises 50m above sea level and is covered with lush vegetation, where many sea eagles nest. There is no beach on Pulau Jarak, only granite sloping down to the sandy sea bed with small patches of stony, encrusting and soft corals. The island's boulder-strewn coastline makes it virtually inaccessible, leaving Pulau Jarak's pristine wonders mostly unexplored.

Its underwater enchantment includes brightly coloured cup corals, football sized Pink-mouth Murex, purple Crown-of Thorns Starfish and many other sea creatures in a multitude of colours, shapes and sizes.

The lure of this island beckons divers to penetrate its natural barricades and probe into the mysterious and astounding underwater realm that Pulau Jarak has to offer.

Pulau Jarak (off Perak) and the surrounding water is a hub for great varieties of species, including GT, cobia, tuna, sailfish, and reef species such as grouper and snapper. This part of the sea is not seriously affected by the year end northeast monsoon, compared to the South China Sea.

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Monsoon Kelong Fishing.

Where to fishing when the monsoon season arrive? The first two or three month of a new year also mean the Northeast Monsoon will be roaring in the South China Sea for the next few months.

What is kelong?
A kelong is a Malay word to describe a form of offshore platform built predominantly with wood, and can be found in waters off Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia, while only a handful remains around Singapore due to rapid urbanisation. Kelongs are built by fishermen primarily for fishing purposes, although larger structures can also function as dwellings for them and their families.

Though not favourable to boat fishing, the South China Sea is actually best fished during this time on the kelongs built on solid woodwn stakes located along the east coast of Southern Pahang, Johore and Melaka.

This is the time to go after the biggies which often come near to these wooden platform for shelter as well as for food. The common species to be caught includes all kinds of baitfishes, such as selar, tamban. bigeye scad (lolong). as well as barracuda, ebek, tenggiri and many species of fish in Malaysia. The squids are also always there for the taking

Some of the popular kelong includes :

Johor (Off Pulau Sibu)
Kelong Ah Fatt (Tel: 019-755 4356, 019-751 8858)
Kelong 511 (Tel: 013- 721 2332, 012-771 1775)
Kelong Wing Sing (Tel: 019-771 2879, 019-766 9215)
Hot Boys Fishing (Tel: 019-745 3016, 65-988 03436)

Pahang
Acheh Kelong (Tel: 019-779 2684, 019-777 2684)
Inu Kelong (Tel: 012-770 1959, 012-722 5685)

Selangor (Bagan Lalang)
Mahmod Kelong (Tel: 019-661 1448)

The platform use for fishing

One of the Kelong

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Fishing spot damaged at Penang.

The illegal salvage work on sunken ships off Penang island has outraged anglers, fishermen and historians in the state, with many condemning the move to remove the wrecks.

‘The shipwrecks have been a lifeline to the many small-time fishermen around Penang who use hand-lines to make a living. They are rich fishing grounds,” said local fisherman Ahmad Kamal.

“We can make between RM250 and RM350 on a single outing to the sites on a good day. Today, many of us have lost much of our income due to the illegal salvage work to remove the wrecks which have destroyed marine life around it.”

Andrew Barber, historian and author of Penang at War, said the illegal activities had destroyed the state’s history, as the Kuma was known to be a war grave for families of Japanese sailors who died in the battle of Penang during World War II.

He said although the grave has not been officially declared a war memorial, Japanese families would return to the site annually to perform simple rituals and prayers for their loved ones who died at sea.

He said the government should step up efforts to preserve and conserve underwater war memorials in Malaysia instead of allowing it to be plundered.

Pulau Betong state assemblyman Muhamad Farid Saad also said the collection of scrap metal had affected the livelihood of about 4,500 fishermen in the area.

“I have received complaints from fishermen and anglers who claim that the collection of scrap metal from the sunken ships had resulted in poor catch.

“As such, I want the authorities responsible to investigate the matter to protect marine life and the livelihood of the fishermen,” he told a media conference yesterday. Source

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Spanish Mackerel anyone?

The tenggiri (other name for Mackerel in Malaysia) season is now open and anglers seeking excitement and challenge should head north to Yan, Kedah.

The sea off this small fishing village, some 37km from Alor Setar, is now teeming with many types of fish aside from tenggiri, or Spanish mackerel, which is one of the preferred game fish among local anglers.

Although the season started in late January and early February and will run until June, its peak is in March and April.

During these two months, the tenggiri cab be found here, they are much bigger and more aggressive, and the catch can be quite weighty, between six and eight kilogrammes.

Fishing  tenggiri in Yan evolves around the tukun — a man-made fish-aggregating device.

The many tukun found here are made from palm leaves, tied to the rope and long bamboo sticks on the top, and anchored to giant concrete sinkers on the seabed.

Concrete balls, old trawlers and unwanted car chassis are also sunk near the tukunfor the fish to shelter and breed, thus populating the spot.

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World Kite Festival

This annual kite festival will held at Bukit Layang-Layang, Taman Bandar Paswir Gudang, Johor.Its stary from 19th February to 34rd Fabruary 2014.Participant from over 30 countries to showcase their incredible flying skill and colourful and creative kite design.

For more info: Phone: + 607 251 3720 / 21 / 22

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Pearl of the Orient

The powerbial melting pot of culture, traditions, heritage and cuisine. Pulau Pinang or Penang known as the ' Pearl of the Orient' to most people, has charmed many tourist, drawing them back year after year. Founded by English captain Francis Light, the beautiful and exotic island formed part of the Straits Settlement together with Melaka and Singapore with the Penang maritime port being one of the busiest in the regions. Its prosperity drew settlers from all over the region resulting in unique heritage of Baba Nyonya, Peranakan, Eurosians and mixed races of Chinesse, Indian, Siamese and Malay, providing for an exciting and amazing holiday destination.

The capital George Town, named ofter King George III of England was formally inscribed as a UNESCO Heritage Site in 2008. A treasure trove of heritage, a lot of effort and money has been invested to preserve the beautiful colonial structure and trades of the early residents.

The Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, otherwise known as the Blue Mansion is a striking structure in the heart of George Town. Described as a 'Grand Mansion conceived and constructed by a Grand Man' the two storey courtyard house built in the hope of housing nine generatios of Cheong Fatt Tze's descendents is now a owner hosted residential home stay.

Perched on the backwaters of George Town, the Weld Quay Chan Jetties are the settlement of Chinese immigrants who arrived on the island more than a hundred years ago. Today, the rickety jetties where the older generation still live are a living heritage of the port's maritime past.

Little India is an enclave that boasts a rich living history spanning two centuries with its characteristically vibrant and thriving places of worship, restaurant and a row of florists, barber, herb dealers, astrologers and millers.

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Islands, islands, islands....

Johor can easily claimed to be an islands paradise as there are more than 50 islands sprawling over its water waiting to be explored. Many of the enchanting islands are in the northeastern district of Mersing.

Sea sport like fishing,diving and others water activity and marine life are almost synonymous with islands in Mersing. In fact most of the island have already been declared as sanctuary for the coral reef community as well as the underwater wonders.

A marine park centre was built at Pulau Tinggi, is an information and exhibition centre for the benefit of visitors.

Island in Mersing.
It is useful to note that the Malay word for island is pulau. For practical purposes the islands off Mersing could conveniently be grouped into 3 clusters: northern, southern and eastern clusters. The main islands within each cluster, arranged in order of geographical position are as a follows:

Northern
Pulau Harimau, Pulau Mensirip, Pulau Gual, Pulau Rawa, Pulau Hujung, Pulau Tengah and Pulau Besar.

Southern
Pulau Tinggi, Pulau Apil, Pulau Mentigi, Pulau Sibu Besar, Pulau Sibu, Pulau Tengah, Pulau Sibu Kukus and Pulau Sibu Hujong.

Eastern
Pulau Pemanggil, Pulau Dayang and Pulau Aur.

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Melaka, 'The Historic State'.

Having the honour as the country's Historic State, Melaka is small in size but big in culture, heritage and unique fusion cuisines.

Melaka city was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008 fir it's legacy as the origin of Malay civilisation and location of the earliest Malay sultanates beginning with founder Parameswara over 600 years ago. After becoming an important international trading port, the city was colonised by yhe Portuguese, Dutch and English over the centuries leading to an abundance of historical attraction and Eoropean heritage.

To immerse yourself in Melaka's colonial history, start your heritage trail at the Dutch Square. Resplendent with their red facades is Christ Church(1753) with hand-made pews dating back 200 years and the Stadthuys(1650) which has been turned into historical museum. The buildings are testament to the Dutch masonry and architectural skills.

Standing between these two buildings are the Melaka Clock Tower(1886) and the Queen Victoria Fountain made from English marble, which was built in 1904 to commemorate Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee. From here visitor can hire one of the brightly decorated trisaw to take you on a leisure ride around the town.

Not far from Dutch Square is the A Famosa, one of the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Asia. The entrance know as Porte de Santiago was part of a mighty fortress built by the Portuguese after their arrival in 1511.

For a spot of shopping head over to Jonker Street, a haven for antique collectors and bargain hunting. Here you can find authentic artefacts and relics dating back 300 years. In the evening, the street is lined with hawker stalls serving local delicacies.

Close to Jonker Street is The Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, a museum showcasing the Peranakan lifestyle of Chinese nobles who have adopted Malay customs. Guides tour are available by appointment.

Located within the Portuguese Settlement is the Portuguese Square, a replica of a tiny town in Portugal. Here you will find restaurant, food stall, bars and pubs offering Portuguese and local fares. On Saturday evening, you can watch traditional Portuguese dances and performance by the community.

Founded in the 1600s, Cheng Hoon Teng is the finest Chinese temple in Malaysia and was built to serve the religious needs of the early Chinese settlers. The temple remain significant site in Southeast Asia.

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Negeri Sembilan, another attraction for Angling Tourism.

Negeri Sembilan is located on the western of Peninsula Malaysia, just south of Kuala Lumpur. Literally meanung 'Land of Nine States'. Home to the small beach town of Port Dickson the state often associated with rhe influences of Minangkabau migrants from Sumatra is full of old world charm. The capital Seremban is easily accessible by road or train and from there you can begin to explore this rather sedate state which has much to offer.

Negeri Sembilan Attraction

Port Dickson is about 33 kilometres west of Seremban is a resort town with plenty of resort and sandy beaches. There are many open beach and private beach,normaly hotel

and resort operator  not allowing public to enter their beach.It's open to their guest only.Port Dickson is the nearest places for angler from Kuala Lumpur to fishing other than Klang (Selangor).There are more than 3 public beach for angler to throw away the bait to the sea. Go and explore beaches around Port Dickson.

For those looking relieve some muscle or body ache, the Pedas Hot Springs offers you a chance to take a dip in the hot water from underground springs that are believed to have medicinal values.

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Legoland Malaysia

Legoland Malaysia is a new attraction places in Johor Bharu. This theme park is first in Asia, is situated in Nusajaya, Johor. Built on 76 acres of land, the park is the sixth such open park to open in the world.

Over 40 interactive rides, shows and attractions.The main attractions here is the Miniland. More than 30 million lego bricks are used in the building of the monuments including the Petronas Twin Towers, The Merlion Statue, Taj Mahal and many more.

Legoland Water Park which can be enjoyed seperately or in combination with the theme park has more than 20 slides and water based attractions and boasts 70 LEGO models. Highlights of this unique LEGO themed water park are :

Joker Soaker.
A fun interactive play structure in the wade pool where children can aim water cannons at one another. But watch out. The huge bucket will pour 250 gallons upon everyone every few minutes.

Built A Raft.
A unuque concept where children customize their own raft made from LEGO soft bricks before floating down the lazy river.

Lego Wave Pool.
Families can ride the waves or simply cool off in this pool where swimmers of all ages will enjoy making a splash.

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