The Perhentian Islands are two islands named Pulau Perhentian Kecil (Small Perhentian Island) andPulau Perhentian Besar (Large Perhentian Island). The Malay name Perhentian is translated as “place to stop” and this is exactly what these two islands were for traders travelling between Malaysia and Bangkok in years gone by. These islands are still a gorgeous place to stop and rest today, albeit for tourists disconnecting from the stress and routine of everyday life and not for weary seafaring traders. Pulau Perhentian consists of 2 main islands which are located about 25km away from the town of Kuala Besut. The smaller island is known as Perhentian Kecil and bigger one is called Perhentian Besar. If you are not familiar with Bahasa Malaysia, "Kecil" means small and "Besar" means big. Unlike the bigger and more developed islands of Pangkor or Langkawi , these 2 islands are still seeing a slower pace of development where there are no roads or airport facilities.Accessibility to the islands and getting from one part of the island to another is by ferry or boat. Electricity is generated by using the local generators located on the island itself. There isn't any 5 Star Resort accommodation on these two islands.
If you are looking for a place to snorkel, scuba diving, swimming or just spending some time away from the routine of everyday life, these beautiful islands are worth considering visiting. Due to the North-Easterly Monsoon season, most resorts are opened only from February to October. The best months to go are between June to August.
The island status as part of Pulau Redang National Marine Park means that most of the marine life are still intact until today. You will have to pay a token sum of RM5/adult and RM2.50/child as conservation fees to enter the islands. Take note that fishing, littering, collecting of corals or polluting the environment are strictly prohibited here.
Snorkelling & Scuba Diving At Pulau Perhentian
Perhentian Kecil Island
The Kampung Pasir Hantu village is located on this island where you will be able to see some wooden houses, a school, a clinic, a mosque and a police station.
The Pasir Panjang beach which is located at the east of the island is one of the better beaches around here. You will be able to see long stretch of white sandy beach and crystal-clear water. As this is the main beach around, there are many activities here.The resorts located here are cheaper compared to Perhentian Besar, hence this is the place to stay if you are in your youth or tight on budget. Prices foraccommodation ranges from RM20 to RM200 per night.
Pulau Perhentian Besar
Teluk Pauh at the North West of the island is a beautiful half-moon bay beach. Snorkel here and notice the turtles, sharks and other marine life. After your snorkelling, take a rest at the beautiful stretch of white sandy beach. Shark Point and Tanjung Basi are two other good places to do your snorkelling. Teluk Dalam is located at the South of the island and is a big curved bay with sandy beach. There are casuarinas tree along the beach though most of the corals have been damaged.Most of the resorts are concentrated on the west coast of the island. As such, taking a boat to a less crowded beach is a good idea if you prefer to spend some private moments on your own.
The resorts on this island is of higher standard than Perhentian Kecil, hence staying here with your family is a better choice. Prices for accommodation ranges from RM50 to RM350 per night.
Best Time To Visit
Between March and October. Take note that most resorts are closed during the North-east Monsoon, which blows from November to February.
By Air
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) fly direct to Kota Bharu or Kuala Terengganu Airport. Get a taxi or bus from Kota Bharu Airport to Kuala Besut (boat jetty). Distance is approximate 60km. And from Kuala Terengganu Airport to Kuala Besut jetty is approximately 100km away.
By Public Transport
From Kuala Lumpur, take a bus from Hentian Putra Bus Station to the town of Jerteh. From here you can either take a taxi or bus to Kuala Besut Jetty which is approximately 15km away.
note: Some bus companies travel direct from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu where you have to take a taxi to Kuala Besut jetty.
Hotel/Resort Accommodation
Location: Beachfront
Address: Perhantian Island, Terengganu, Malaysia
Shari-La Island Resort is situated on one of the famous beaches on the islands. An above-average resort judging from the price. Location is very strategic, near the beautiful beach of Teluk Aur, which to our guest is the best beach on the island. The chalets are cleverly built between natural vegetation and blends well with the surroundings. There is a good patch of coral garden right in front of the resort.
Development here is still generally low-key with most accommodation consisting of low-rise chalets and bungalows. The island therefore retains much of their original forest cover and within the resort itself it is possible to see monitor lizards, spectacled languor monkeys and flying squirrels.
The surrounding crystal clear waters of the South China Sea are home to an abundance of coral and marine life including green and hawksbill turtles, moray ells, beaches combined with a very relaxed atmosphere make this a mecca for scuba divers, snorkellers and those just wanting somewhere "to get away from it all".
The charge rate is around from RM107-RM469 per night/room for normal season
Boat Schedule The resort reserves the right to reschedule the timing due to sea, weather & tide conditions Return Boat Fare: RM80 per adult, RM40 per child | |
Kuala Besut Jetty to Perhentian Island | Perhentian Island to Kuala Besut Jetty |
8.00am, 12.00pm, 4.00pm | 7.00am, 11.00am, 3.00pm |
Perhentian Island Resort ( 106 rooms) 3 stars rating
Location: Beachfront
Address: Pulau Perhentian Besar, Daerah Besut, 22200 Besut, Terengganu
Perhentian Island Resort is an ideal beach resort for a leasurely family vacation. Surrounded by lush greenery, facing white sandy beaches and a warm blue sea, Perhentian Island is a paradise not to be missed. Perhentian Island, or Pulau Perhentian as the locals call it, is well known as a marine paradise and forms a part of the National Marine Park of Malaysia.In the surrounding areas of Perhentian Islan Resort, a family on vacation will find many things to see and do. Take a jungle trek up the hills under a canopy of large trees, and you might see wild magpies, giant fruit bats or the Nicobar pigeon. Pulau perhentian lies along the flight path of this migratory bird. You might also see the harmless monitor lizard or even a mousedeer or two.
More than just a resort on the Perhentian Island, with lush forest backdrop and beautiful coral reefs right in front of the resort, you will be surrounded by beauty in every direction. Whether you are looking for a perfect dive resort, or weekend beach escape, Perhentian Island Resort is a perfect gateway for business and pleasure.
The charge rate is around from RM145-RM470 per night/room for normal season
Boat Schedule The resort reserves the right to reschedule the timing due to sea, weather & tide conditions Return Boat Fare: RM80 per adult, RM40 per child | |
Kuala Besut Jetty to Perhentian Island | Perhentian Island to Kuala Besut Jetty |
8.00am, 12.00pm, 4.00pm | 7.00am, 11.00am, 3.00pm |
The budget is estimated will be around from RM 335 (without snorkeling)-RM 1020 (including diving and snorkeling) per pax.
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