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Rawa Island Safaris Resort

Mersing, Mersing 86800, Malaysia
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Rawa Island Safaris Resort
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Johor Bahru, Malaysia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Great place great resort great foods great service, is a must go, very relaxing place, i would like to return someday. Tips: For those who wanna relaxing peacefully, Sunday till Thursday is good for you, just dont go on peak time.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

White sand, beautiful water, nice jungle on a small mountain, great food, excellent cocktails, go around the island in 60' with the canoe and enjoy some bats in the caves, snorkel to see some colorful fish (especially under the wooden pier)... We had a nice bungalow built on piles, with a fantastic terrace facing the blue water. At high tide,... More

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Johor Bahru, Malaysia
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Our 2nd visit and stayed at the Fragipanni Villa for 4 nights, a bit far from the restaurant and activities but we like the quiet and the 5 mins to the villa, there is also a small quiet beach perfect for reading and swimming for the little ones in front of the villa. The 2 water slides at the jetty... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Stayed for 2 nights 3 days in one of the coral view villas. On this island, nature delivers. The beach and water is very nice. Another area that stood out was the food. The buffe offering is limited but what they offer is well executed and personally I prefer less well done than an overambitious poorly executed food offering. Staff... More

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Singapore
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4 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

We visited Rawa Island Safaris Resort in April and we absolutely loved it. The beach is beautiful and clean with a coral reef for snorkelling where there are lots of interesting fish. You can hire snorkelling equipment for 18ringgit for the day. We were very happy with our room, comfy beds and well-maintained. Food was fantastic, steaks, fish, prawns, mussels... More

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Kampong Tanah Merah, null, Singapore
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5 hotel reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

If you're searching for a quick getaway near Singapore, then this beach will do. First off, the travel is quite far and unless you are really patient with doing a long land travel, then I suggest you go to Bintan instead. Unluckily, the bus we got from Singapore was scheduled far apart from our boat ride to Rawa, so we... More

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Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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37 hotel reviews
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71 helpful votes 71 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

From the reviews of TA, it seems that guests either love the resort or hate it. I believe this is due to its mediocre service, despite having a very realistic expectation as fellow Malaysian who travels quite a fair bit. There are very few reviews from Malaysians as the resort is more popular with Singaporeans due to its close proximity;... More

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Batu Pahat, Malaysia
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4 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Just visited Rawa Island Safaris Resort, Mersing on 17-4-13 and check out on 18-4-13 for a night stay in one of the beach front chalet. Transportation included in the package by a speed boat to the island at the Mersing Jetty is very convenient upon checking in at the management office and the leaving time from jetty is very punctual... More

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Cheltenham, UK
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013 via mobile

Whilst just a little rock jutting out of the South China Sea, Rawa does have coral white sands and turquoise waters, with a reef only 20m from the shore. If you fancy a relaxing (that is relaxing, not a 5 star spa resort) few days on the beach in nice (not luxurious) accommodation just metres away and good food, then... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

I’ve visited rawa island with my family 3 times already. Once when I was 8, 15 and 20. And I have loved all the trips. We’ve seen the little island turn into a beautiful paradise worthy of a 5-five resort rating. Staff are friendly and personable to the point of them being like friends after 3 days there. Lodging is... More

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Also Known As:
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Rawa Island Safaris Hotel
Rawa Island Safaris Mersing
Rawa Island Safaris Resort Mersing, Johor, Malaysia
Address: Mersing, Mersing 86800, Malaysia
Region: Malaysia > Johor > Mersing District > Mersing
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