The "Stopping Point" of Malaysia – Perhentian Islands, Terengganu

More travelers love to go to Perhentian kecil for the cheaper facilities costs instead of Perhentian Besar which offers more expenses to be spent on the facilities and services provided. However, most families who on holiday with their children more prefer to spend their vacation here.

Perhentian Islands are definitely a perfect holiday destinations for you too. This is due to the fact that this islands are located far away from main centre of Terengganu, compared to Redang Island and Kapas Island. Besides, it is more cloistered with bunches of tropical jungles. This is also one of the reason why Perhentian Islands are less crowded and get less publicity or being commercialized.

The islands are located approximately 21 kilometers away from Terengganu and can only be reached by riding special boat services from Kuala Besut harbor. From Terengganu, you need to take a cab or bus which will take more or less one or one a half hours to reach there, before you take another 30 to 45 minute by boat to arrive here.

Tips for you: The most unforgettable beautiful moment for enjoying your vacation days in Perhentian Island is when you hear the sea waving like buzzing bees’ sounds. At this moment, you could really feel the freshness of the air and the bountifully beauty of the white sandy beaches.

Yet, you should reconsider your schedule before make a visit to Perhentian Island because of the northeast monsoon which usually occurs between November and February. In most islands in the eastern coast of Malaysia, almost every accommodation and services are strictly limited in this period of time, hence, it is advisable for you for not visit.