An
island known only to a few, Gemia Island covers
about 9 acres and its closest neighbour is Pulau Kapas.
The island is a 15-minute boat ride away from the Marang.
Gemia Island retains its peaceful, mysterious and quiet
atmosphere and is the nest site for sea eagles, reef
herons and many other birds. In an effort to save wildlife
one of the beaches on the island is used as a turtle
hatchery.
Gemia Island is the few places where
turtles ( including the giant Leatherback)
come ashore to lay their eggs. On the island the green
turtle is the most common. But the Hawksbill and Olive
Ridley turtle are regular visitors. The
rugged rock face of Gemia Island invites exploration
and provides an ideal spot for bird watching and has
an abundance of fascinating marine life. Gemia is the
tiny island surrounded by coral garden that abundance
with marine life. |