Endowed with breathtaking beauty and superb underwater attractions, Perhentian Island is made up of two main islands, namely Perhentian Besar (big island) and Perhentian Kecil (small island) – both surrounded by white sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and lush green forests. A popular location among backpackers and families, Perhentian Island is often rated as one of Malaysia’s top tourist attractions.
Perhentian Besar is regarded as more “affluent” as it mainly comprises of resorts, attracting honeymooners and families. But don’t let the “affluence” fool you, the packaged prices can be very competitive to its neighbor, Perhentian Kecil.
Perhentians Kecil’s Long Beach is popular with backpackers. Accommodation here is very basic which are typically purchased on walk-in basis. If you’re up for parties. Long Beach is where you want to be. Or else, you can walk 15 minutes across the island to Coral Bay. A sweet spot between the parties at Long Beach and serenity at Perhentian Besar. 🙂
Perhentian means stopping point in Malay, a definite pitstop in your itinerary for the underwater explorer if you are ever around Peninsular Malaysia.
Where is it : Terengganu, Peninsular Malaysia’s East Coast
Number of dive sites : 30
Type of Diving : Guided – shore, boat, wreck, night, drift, deep diving
Skill Level : Beginner to advanced
Main Diving Attraction : Pinnacle coral formations, tropical fishes (barracudas, sweetlips, parrotfish, pufferfish, boxfish), moray eels, black tip sharks, turtles, and wreck diving.
Average Water Temperature : 27°C (80.6°F) to 32°C (89.6°F)
Seasonality : March to October (Peak July to August)
Typical Visibility : 10m (32ft) to 25m (82ft)
General Current Conditions : Low to moderate
Family / Non-Diver Friendly : Yes
Availability of Other Leisure Activities : Snorkelling, Beach Hopping, Sea Kayak, Bars and Restaurants, Jungle Trekking.
Availability of ATM / Foreign Exchange Bureau : None on the island
Availability of Medical Facility : Island clinic located at Perhentian Kecil’s main village.
Endowed with breathtaking beauty and superb underwater attractions, Perhentian Island is made up of two main islands, namely Perhentian Besar (big island) and Perhentian Kecil (small island) – both surrounded by white sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and lush green forests. A popular location among backpackers and families, Perhentian Island is often rated as one of Malaysia’s top tourist attractions.
Perhentian Besar is regarded as more “affluent” as it mainly comprises of resorts, attracting honeymooners and families. But don’t let the “affluence” fool you, the packaged prices can be very competitive to its neighbor, Perhentian Kecil.
Perhentians Kecil’s Long Beach is popular with backpackers. Accommodation here is very basic which are typically purchased on walk-in basis. If you’re up for parties. Long Beach is where you want to be. Or else, you can walk 15 minutes across the island to Coral Bay. A sweet spot between the parties at Long Beach and serenity at Perhentian Besar. 🙂
Perhentian means stopping point in Malay, a definite pitstop in your itinerary for the underwater explorer if you are ever around Peninsular Malaysia.
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