Fees · Destination Guide
Tenggol Island Malaysia
Tokong pinnacles, wrecks, and a quiet marine-park island off Terengganu
Updated Feb 13, 2026 • 13 sources
Fees And Permits
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Fees You Can't Skip
- Marine Parks Malaysia conservation charge (visitor fee) - Adult: RM 5 (MyKad) / RM 30 (non-MyKad). Child age 6-12 or senior 60+: RM 2 / RM 15. Disabled: Free.
- Malaysia Tourism Tax (TTx) for accommodation - RM 10 per room per night (foreign passport holders)
- Typical payment pattern: Budget for the Marine Parks Malaysia conservation charge (paid by visitors to marine parks) and, if you are a foreign passport holder staying in registered accommodation, Malaysia's Tourism Tax.
What people usually pay
Budget for the Marine Parks Malaysia conservation charge (paid by visitors to marine parks) and, if you are a foreign passport holder staying in registered accommodation, Malaysia's Tourism Tax. Your resort or dive operator can usually advise how these are collected for Tenggol transfers.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marine Parks Malaysia conservation charge (visitor fee) | Adult: RM 5 (MyKad) / RM 30 (non-MyKad). Child age 6-12 or senior 60+: RM 2 / RM 15. Disabled: Free. per visit (keep ticket/receipt during stay) | Visitors to Marine Parks Malaysia (including Pulau Tenggol), except residents living on islands surrounded by marine parks | Marine park counter at the departure jetty or collected via your resort/dive operator | Carry cash in small denominations in case card payment is not available at the jetty. Keep the proof of payment accessible during your stay, as checks can happen within the marine park. |
| Malaysia Tourism Tax (TTx) for accommodation | RM 10 per room per night (foreign passport holders) per room-night | Foreign tourists staying at registered accommodation in Malaysia | Collected by the accommodation operator or your online booking platform (depending on booking/payment method) | Ask your resort whether TTx is already collected in your booking. Malaysian citizens (MyKad) and permanent residents are generally exempt. |
| Camping fee (Marine Parks Malaysia, where permitted) | RM 10 per night per camping site (up to 4 people) per night | Campers in designated marine-park camping areas | Through Marine Parks Malaysia / site management (where available) | Camping is not the standard Tenggol experience and may be limited or not offered at all sites. Confirm availability and rules before relying on it. |