Sunday, December 28, 2014

Kelong Fishing In Malaysia


Kelong Fishing @ Kelong Greenway Pulau Ketam (Crab Island)


Kelong Greenway is situated off Pulau Ketam, Selangor. Pulau Ketam is easily accessible by ferry/speedboat from Port Klang's South Port jetty. It is approximately 40 km from the capital city of Kuala Lumpur. The best way to get there is through the Federal Highway route. The drive there takes about one hours through Petaling Jaya-Subang-Shah Alam-Klang-Port Klang-South Port. The journey by ferry takes approximately half an hour long to the main jetty of Pulau Ketam. You can choose the speedboat ferry service which costs RM 7.00 per way but please remember, the ferry service halts at 6 pm so you have to plan your trip early. If you a driving there, there is ample space in the car-park at South Port jetty where you can park your car overnight for a cost of RM 6.00 only. There will be caretakers who take care of the car-park 24/7.


Kelong Fishing and Recreation in Sabak Bernam
If you are into fishing and would like to have a good place to spend your holiday cum fishing, head for Kelong Fishing in Sabak Bernam, Selangor. The name of the resort is Kelong Paradise Waterfront Resort which The Bagan Nakhoda Omar beach is where the jetty to the resort is located and it takes about 2 hours drive from Kuala Lumpur. The time taken to reach the kelong by speedboat is about 15 minutes. Built at a cost of RM10 million in 2000 by Selangor State Government, this huge structure is currently managed by Kelong Paradise Waterfront Resort.
Anglers had been able to get fishes such as thread fin (senangin), golden snapper (janahak), stingrays, grouper, bawal and tenggiri. Fishing package for a 24 hours stay is available which include 2 way boat transfer between Bagan Nakhoda Omar Jetty to the kelong and all meals.
Deep sea fishing packages are also available for big groups (10 persons) that will take you to other islands on the Straits of Malacca such as Pulau Sembilan. Weekdays packages (Monday to Wednesday except for public holidays) are cheaper compared to weekends.

Kelong Paradise Waterfront Resort


The resort office at Bagan Nakhoda Omar beach.
is built 15 nautical miles off the coast of Sabak Bernam.


Poseidon Oysterbay Resort

Poseidon Oysterbay Resort is one of the famous fishing kelong in Johor. It is a floating resort built almost entirely by Chengal Wood. The room rate is RM260 per night which includes transport from Teluk Sengat Jetty, breakfast and taxes.
With only 2 minutes boat ride from Teluk Sengai Jetty, you can get to Poseidon Oysterbay Resort that sits 1km off the village from Teluk Sengat. For Singaporeans, pick-up cruise can be arranged from Changi Ferry Terminal to Tg. Belungkor Ferry Terminal.



Poseidon Oysterbay Resort Off Teluk Sengat Jetty

The resort boasts 2 floors. The ground floor has an oyster bar and a semi-open dining area. Air conditioned rooms are located at the upper floor and each features a private balcony overlooking the Senai-Desaru bridge, sunset, sunrise and Johor river.

The resort’s highlight is their high grade oysters produced in their eco-farm, namely Gillardeau tw and Belon yw. Also, the prawns, fish, mussels and crabs which captured nearby are often rated excellent by their guests in terms of freshness and quality.

Besides that, you can fishing at Poseidon Oysterbay Resort. It is ultimate place for you with friends or with your family to enjoy a peaceful and relaxed weekend.

Address: Teluk Sengat, Kota Tinggi 81920, Johor
Map: goo.gl/KsVylX
Contact: +6019 – 269 9566
Facebook: Poseidon Oysterbay Resort


Kelong Acheh Mersing

Sometimes all you need is to escape from the city and all its modernism. A trip out of town to Kelong Acheh is just what you need. It is a fishing outpost that is widely known for its untouched charm where you will have a great time to relax and unwind in a serene off-shore resort of its kind.


Kelong Acheh Mersing

The gently rolling waves, the beautiful views, the sea breeze and the amazing sunsets will make this a getaway to remember. This floating resort also offers you some of the best fishing in the whole of Peninsular Malaysia.
Apart from that, you can enjoy the rest of Mersing’s attractions including the clean beach at Pulau Acheh.
Address:
East Cost Island Service Agency (JM0191009-U)
4A, Jalan Emas 29, Taman Sri Putri,
Skudai 81300, Johor DarulTakzim.
Contact: +607 – 557 5045
Facebook: Kelong Acheh

How to get there
Coming from Singapore, cross the Straits to Johor Bahru, then take the Kota Tinggi highway to Mersing and on to Tg Resang. Proceed to Penyabong and head to the jetty which will be at the end of the road. Park your car there and a 7 minute’s boat ride will get you to the resort.


Chia Soon Kelong

This Kelong is set towards the southeast of Johor just after Pulau Tekong. It is fully functional all throughout the year and visitors are always welcome. Due to its excellent location amidst sheltered islands, the Chia Soon Kelong is safe from the monsoons at all times.


Angler at Chia Soon Kelong

It is just near the maritime border between Singapore and Malaysia. It is a wonderful getaway from busy city lives and a few days here will clear your mind and give your body the rejuvenation that it needs.
Here you will find magical experiences to relax your body. It is a good place to bond with family and friends as you dip your hooks over the Kelong’s railings.


Contact: +65 – 6492 9203 / +65 – 9616 9883 / +65 – 9671 4721

How to get there
You can opt to take a taxi to Changi Point Ferry Terminal. From there, you can take a boat to the Tg Pengelih Jetty for customs and immigration processing and onward to Chia Soon Kelong. Alternatively, you can take the scenic route through Johor Bahru and onward to Tg Pengelih Jetty; a journey of about 80 or so kilometers and thereafter take a boat to Chia Soon Kelong.

Kukup Kelong


Kukup Kelong is a 100 year old off-shore fishing village. It inhabitants are mostly of Chinese origin as it has been for all these years.
Over time, people came to the Kelong for its fresh and delicious seafood and its off-shore location. Soon people came to spend weekends here and chalets to accommodate them were put up.


kukup kelong
You can bring your family or friends here for some time away from their hectic lives. With great accommodation, exotic setting, splendid sea food and sea views to die for, the Kukup Kelong is one place you must visit this year.