Perhentian Islands

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Pulau Perhentian is situated about 20 km to the south east of Kuala Besut.Terengganu. It lies in the jurisdiction of the Besut District Office.

Pulau Perhentian/ Perhentian Island consists of a group of islands namely:

1.Pulau Perhentian Besar

2.Pulau Perhentian Kecil

3.Pulau Susu Dara and

4.Other smaller islands.

The Perhentian islands total area covers approximately 1,392.15 hectares. Perhentian Islands have plenty of golden sandy beaches although they are mainly made of hills and cliffs which can reach from 70 up to 300 metres high.

There are about 1,000 rooms from 42 chalets and resorts. The rooms are of various categories including luxury resorts, middle and low class chalets, dormitories and camping sites with rent rates ranging from RM50 to RM300 per day.

The clarity of the sea water with the varieties of marine lives and the suitability of the place makes the tourism center popular with activities such as snorkeling, surfing, camping and watching turtles laying eggs.

The originality and beauty of untouched nature like the sea, land, sand and rocks, caves, hills, jungle and natural growths make it possible for activities to be held such as jungle tracking, researches and many others.