Banyak Island Lodge

Banyak Islands


The only land-based accommodation on Pulau Tuangku is this surf lodge situated in the so-called Bay of Plenty. Rates include transfers and full board. There are five fan-cooled bungalows with twin beds and mozzie nets overlooking Gunters and Camel Back waves out front. The lounge serves local and Western dishes to the accompaniment of surf chat.


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