Situated 10 nautical miles from the coasts of Terengganu, visitors disembarks from Kuala Besut jetty, for a half and hour speedboat journey to the island. The jetty is just a scenic two hours journey up north from Kuala Terengganu. Pulau Perhentian is actually a group of islands comprises of Pulau Perhentian Besar, Pulau Perhentian Kecil, Pulau Rawa, Pulau Serenggeh, Pulau Susu Dara Besar and Pulau Susu Dara Kecil.

The islands offer an amazing snorkeling experience in crystal clear waters. Spectacular marine lives and diverse species of hard and soft corals in the clear, aquamarine waters will definitely thrill snorkelers and divers. Here, manta rays, reef sharks, barracudas and turtles roam freely in their natural habitat, un-amazed to the flashing lights of the diver’s underwater camera. For the less adventurous, the beaches are an ideal location just to laze around and do practically nothing.

How To Get Here

By Air
There are regular and daily flights from Kuala Lumpur by Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia or Firefly. Journey from Kuala Terengganu airport takes 1 ½ hours driving. Taxis and car rentals are available at Kuala Terengganu Airport. Similarly those on flight arrivals from Kota Bharu Airport can arrange for an airport taxi or car rental to Kuala Besut which takes only 1 hour.

By Bus
There are bus services available from most major cities and towns in Peninsular Malaysia. Bus service from Kuala Lumpur takes 6-7 hours to reach Kuala Besut. Kuala Besut jetty is the entry point to Pulau Perhentian. Perhentian Island can be reached in 20 minutes by speed boat which costs RM70.00 per person return. There are a number of low budget hotels for those who plan to stay overnight in Kuala Besut or in case of bad weather conditions.

By Train
Those travelling by train from Kuala Lumpur should stop at either Tanah Merah or Wakaf Baru Train Terminal in bordering State of Kelantan. There are taxi services to Kuala Besut which takes around 1 hour.

By Car
Leisure driving from Kuala Terengganu through coastal road takes around 1 ½ hours to Kuala Besut. Situated 120 km north of Kuala Terengganu, the coastal road offers greeneries and beaches along the way. There are ample parking spaces at reasonable fees. Resort and travel agent offices are available at the jetty.

Where To Stay

1. Arwana Perhentian Resort
2. Bubu Long Beach
3. Coral Bay Chalet
4. Panorama Chalet
5. Perhentian Island Resort
6. Tuna Bay Island Resort

Where To Eat

1. Santai Restaurant
2. Coral Bay Restaurant
3. Panorama Chalet Restaurant
4. Perhentian Resort Island Restaurant
5. Tuna Bay Island Resort Restaurant

Source: Tourism Terengganu