Major city · Malaysia
Rawa
Spend one night on Rawa Island; 30‑min speedboat from Mersing, then walk the beach and snorkel – skip if you need more services.
Rawa is a tiny island with two resorts, white‑sand beach and coral reef. One overnight covers beach, snorkeling and a relaxed nap; longer stays add little.
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More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MYR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Schedules reduced in off‑season; check boat times.
- Airport
- JHB
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 5Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Malaysia ↗Most foreign visitors must submit the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online shortly before arrival; use only the official immigration site.
- Malaysia ↗Remove shoes before entering mosques, temples and homes; cover shoulders and knees, and use the robes on loan at major mosques.
- Malaysia ↗Cards and e-wallets are common in cities; keep some ringgit in small notes for hawker stalls, taxis and tolls.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Rawa999 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Rawa, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Malaysian ringgit (MYR, RM); cards and e-wallets are widely used in Kuala Lumpur.Malaysia-wide
- SIM or eSIMCelcomDigi, Maxis, U Mobile and Unifi sell tourist SIMs at KLIA with passport registration.Malaysia-wide
- Tap waterTreated in cities, but most people filter or boil; bottled water is cheap.Malaysia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Nothing if 10% service charge is added; otherwise round up.Malaysia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 240 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Malaysia-wide
- SafetyRawa is generally safe; limited medical facilities, jellyfish risk while snorkeling, and no fresh water on island – bring supplies.
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- RestroomsWestern and squat toilets side by side; water hose instead of paper; some public toilets cost RM0.20–1.Malaysia-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 994 fire · 999 ambulance
- Sundays & holidayscheckKelantan, Terengganu and Kedah have Friday–Saturday weekends; Johor Saturday–Sunday since 2025 — check…Malaysia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportJHB Senai International Airport (Transfer by taxi or bus to Mersing, then boat).
- Getting aroundNo vehicles – walk the 15‑min beach path or rent a canoe for a short paddle.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Sit-down mealBuffet dinnerRM 58+
- Street or quick mealFried rice/noodleRM 13+
- BeerCan of beerRM 10
A day, not counting the bed: Budget RM 80–120 · Mid RM 150–250
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- JHB Senai International Airport (Transfer by taxi or bus to Mersing, then boat)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Feb
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33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Mar
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
May
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jun
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest Jun (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Rawa: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Feb
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
Apr
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
May
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
8 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
8 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11 rd
Dec
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
No vehicles – walk the 15‑min beach path or rent a canoe for a short paddle.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Mersing
goDoor to door: 30–60 min
Speedboat 30 min or ferry 1 h from the island jetty
Arrange return boat in advance, especially off‑season.
Tioman
cautionDoor to door: About 2–3 h
Boat via Mersing or direct transfer from Rawa (check)
Possible as a multi‑island trip; confirm schedules.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Alang's Rawa (Le Club)
Triple rooms RM550/night; beach‑front RM500; A‑Frame hut RM650; cash‑only – 2026 rates check
Rawa Island Resort
Full‑board from RM260 per person low season; higher in peak – 2026 rates check
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- RM 80–120 excl. bed
- Mid
- RM 150–250 excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Mineral water 1.5 L bottle | RM 7 |
| Can of beer | RM 10 |
| Fried rice/noodle | RM 13+ |
| Buffet dinner | RM 58+ |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Boat schedules drop to 1‑2 trips per day in off‑season – check ahead.
- No drinking water on island; bring enough (≈2 × 1.5 L per person per day).
- Jellyfish can appear while snorkeling.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Fire
- 994
- Ambulance
- 999
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Emergency
- Police999
- Fire994
- Ambulance999
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi Mersing → jetty: ≈ RM 30–40
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Rawa. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Schedules reduced in off‑season; check boat times. · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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