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Terengganu, with its exotic and scenic sandy coastline is famed for its 244 km stretch
of unpolluted and panoramic beaches, extending from the district of Besut in the north
to the district of Kemaman in the south. The coastal landscape, overlooking the South
China Sea where archipelagos of emerald islands such as Perhentian, Lang Tengah,
Redang, Bidong, Gemia, Kapas and Tenggol offer dazzling clean, powdery white sandy
beaches and lush green jungle while the turquoise waters are dotted with coral reefs,
teeming with marine life. The tranquil hideaway islands are the enticing factor that sees
flocks of travelers seeking fun in the sun, sand and sea, escaping the reality of the
concrete jungle for a truly memorable holiday in the tropics.
Pantai Kelulut
Pulau Redang
Pantai Penarik
Pulau Bidong
Pantai Kemasik Pantai Batu Buruk
PULAU PERHENTIAN
Located 21 km off the coast of Pulau Perhentian was chosen
Terengganu, Pulau Perhentian by a CNN survey in 2013 as
consists of the islands the 13th Best Beach in the
of Perhentian Besar (Big world. In 2010, The Lonely
Perhentian) and Perhentian Planet Travel Guide Book
Kecil (Small Perhentian). The recognized Pulau Perhentian
name Perhentian means as the 5th Best Beach to
‘stopover point’ in Malay, Swing the Hammock. Both
referring to the islands’ the islands offer options of
traditional role as a sanctuary accommodation and facilities
for fishermen and ancient that suit discerning holiday
traders plying the eastern makers of all ages and
and western sea routes. budgets.
Both islands are covered by
untouched jungle, a stopover Must do:
for migratory birds, fringed ·· Try island-hopping
by powdery white sandy ·· Go diving at Tokong Laut to
beaches, windswept palms see bamboo sharks
and surrounded by sapphire ·· Go on a banana boat ride or
blue waters. Its excellent try canoeing
underwater seascape is lush ·· Enjoy the sun and sea
with a wide variety of soft breeze
and hard coral gardens, sea-
turtles, and diverse marine life.
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PULAU REDANG
Approximately 45 km off Kuala
Terengganu, lies Pulau Redang.
The island is reachable either by a
one and a half hour journey by ferry
from Shahbandar Jetty in Kuala
Terengganu or by a 40 minute
speedboat ride from the Merang
Jetty.
Must do:
·· Go snorkelling at the Marine Park
·· Explore the 31 dive sites on the
island
·· Take a walk along the breathtaking
Long Beach
·· Play beach volleyball
·· Enjoy a jungle walk to explore the
natural ecosystem including the
island’s wildlife.
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PULAU BIDONG
PULAU KAPAS
Kapas Island is the smallest and the nearest
How to get there
island to the mainland. It is accessible with a 10 The tourist jetty in Marang
minute speedboat ride from Marang Jetty, which town is a mere 20
is situated 18 km south of Kuala Terengganu. minutes drive south of
Kuala Terengganu. The
This little haven in the South China Sea has speedboat ride takes just
attracted backpackers and local family groups for 10 minutes as Kapas is
a pleasant getaway especially during weekends the nearest island to the
mainland and it costs
for relaxation, sun bathing, diving and snorkeling. RM40.00 per person for a
The vicinity of Kapas Island is also well known for return trip.
the squid breeding grounds where annual squid
jigging activities take place from March - August.
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PULAU GEMIA
Gemia Island or Gem Island is a smaller
island sharing the same waters in the
vicinity of Kapas Island. It is one of the
few privately owned islands in Malaysia
How to get there
with accommodation that blends into Regular boat services
the island’s superb natural beauty. It is are available from
located in a Marine Conservation Park Marang Jetty and it
takes 10 minutes by
with crystal clear waters, a spectacular speedboat to reach the
underwater seascape of corals and island.
marine life as some of its natural wonders.
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PULAU TENGGOL
Pulau Tenggol lies within a 45 minute
boat ride from Kuala Dungun, a
quaint fishing town 68 km south of
Kuala Terengganu. With three resorts
offering moderate accommodation
and diving facilities, it is a favourite
among hardcore divers looking for
thrilling night dives and shipwrecks.
Pulau Tenggol is famous as the
feeding ground for migratory whale
sharks, it is a rare sight to behold the
divers to be ‘up-close and personal’
with whale sharks in their natural
habitat.
PANTAI PANDAK,
CHENDERING
About 6 km south of Kuala
Terengganu, Pantai Pandak in
Chendering is yet another preferred
beach in Kuala Terengganu with
a great view. The coved beach
along shallow water in between the
rocky section provides a suitable
atmosphere for family camping trips.
This stretch of beach is ideal for
bathing especially during low tide
but be extra cautions not to go in too
deep to avoid undercurrent. Fresh
seafood products are available at the
food stalls here.
PANTAI KEMASIK
Slightly further north of Chukai,
Kemaman is Kemasik Beach which
looks dazzling and inviting. This
beach is a good place to take a stroll
and enjoy the breeze coming off the
South China Sea. There are some
nice rock formations at the end of
the beach which provide a scenic
photographic background.
PANTAI KELULUT
Located between Marang and Rantau
Abang, Kelulut Beach is the preferred
weekend destination for locals. It has all
the basic facilities and is an ideal picnic
spot for family members to enjoy. It is
also a favourite stopover for travelers
plying the coastal route. The row of
colourful food stalls offer everything from
local delicacies to Thai and western
cuisine. With Pulau Kapas offshore in
the background, visitors to this beach
will be captivated by its natural beauty
and serenity. The weekly night market is
held here attracting locals and foreigners
alike.
PANTAI PENARIK
Visitors seeking a place to unwind far away
from the hustle and bustle of city life will
immediately be drawn to Pantai Penarik in
Setiu district. This is yet another ‘postcard-
perfect’ setting, complete with fishing villages
and typical Malay traditional houses. The
beachfront fringed with swaying coconut
and pine trees with scenic islands offshore
provides a picturesque view. Watch local
fisherman with their catch of the day return to
shore where you can buy some freshly caught
fish, crabs or prawns for an unforgettable
barbeque dinner by the sea.
Teluk Kerma
Tanjung Besi
Batu Nisan
Tiga Ruang
Tanjung
Batu Chaping
Wreck
Tanjung
Teluk Nyatoh Tanjung
Tanjung Suit Tukas Darat
Tanjung Gua Kawah
Ayer Gemuroh
PULAU
PULAU REDANG PAKU PULAU
BESAR LIMA
PULAU
PAKU KECHIL
Tanjung Bertigi
PULAU
FAMOUS
KERENGGA
KECHIL
Teluk
Lelong DIVE SITES
in Terengganu
PULAU EKOR TEBU
PULAU
Terumbu Kili LING
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Tanjung
Batu Jong Tanjung Nibong
PULAU NYIREH
Gua Rajawali
Tanjung Telunjok
Batu Chachang
Batu Artificial
Pak Aji Reef
Teluk Jawa
Berakit Reef Teluk
Jawa II Southern Reef
Silent Reef
Southern
Tip
Bomba Reef
PU EM
G
LA IA
The Lost
Reef
U
Umbrella Rock
Octopus Coral
Reef Garden
Coral Garden II
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Essential Information
Pulau Perhentian Besar Pulau Perhentian Kecil Redang Kalong Resort (3 orkid)
t +609-622 1591
Perhentian Island Resort (3 star) Shari La Island Resort (3 star)
www.perhentianislandresort.net www.sharilaresort.com Redang Lagoon Chalet (2 orkid)
t +609-691 1111 / 2 / 3 / 4 t +609-691 1500 t +609-827 2116
Arwana Perhentian Resort (3 star) Ombak Dive Resort (2 star) Redang Reef Resort (2 orkid)
www.arwanaperhentian.com.my t +609-691 1021 t +6011-1929 9199
t +609-778 0888
D’Rock Garden Resort (1 star) Sari Pacifica Redang
Coral View Island Resort (2 star) t +6012-325 2162 www.saripacifica.com
www.coralviewislandresort.com t +603-8942 8888
t +609-691 1700 Mohsin Chalet (2 orkid)
t +609-691 1363 Redang Island Resort
Flora Bay Resort (2 star) www.berjayahotelresorts.com
www.florabayresort.com Matahari Chalet (1 orkid)
t +603-2149 1870
t +609-691 1666 / 7 t +609-691 1363
Laguna Redang Island Resort
Abdul Chalet (2 star) Senja Bay Resort www.lagunaredang.com.my
t +609-697 7058 www.senjabay.com t +609-631 0888
t +609-691 1790
Tuna Bay Island Resort (2 star) Redang Bay Resort
t +609-690 2902 Panorama Chalet t +609-620 3200
t +609-691 1590
Mama’s Place (1 star) Redang Pelangi Resort
t +609-690 4500 D’ Lagoon Chalet t +609-624 2158
t +6019-985 7089
New Coco Hut Chalet (1 star) Redang Mutiara Beach Resort
t +609-697 4982 Moonlight Chalet t +609-653 1158
t +6019-985 8222
Watercolour Resort (1 star) Redang Paradise Resort
t +609-691 1852 Bubu Long Beach t +603-9100 5488
t +609-690 3080
Bubbles Resort & Dive Centre (1 star) Pulau Lang Tengah
t +609-690 2233 Pulau Redang
Lang Sari Resort (2 orkid)
Cozy Chalet (1 star) The Taaras Resort & Spa (5 star) www.langsari.com
t +609-697 4982 www.thetaaras.com t +603-2166 1380 / 1
t +609-630 8888
Flora Bay Chalet (3 orkid) Sari Pacifica Lang Tengah Resort
t +609-697 7266 Redang Beach Resort (3 star) www.saripacifica.com
t +609-623 8188 t +603-8942 8882
Samudera Beach Chalet (3 orkid)
t +609-691 1677 Coral Redang Island Resort (2 star) Summer Bay Resort
www.coralredang.com.my www.summerbayresort.com.my
Fauna Beach Chalet (2 orkid) t +609-623 6200 t +609-623 9911
t +609-691 1607
Redang Holiday Beach Villa Resort D’ Coconut Island Resort
(2 star)
t +609-624 5500 www.dcoconutlagoon.com
t +603-4252 6686
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Pulau Kapas Permai Hotel Kuala Terengganu (3 star) Hotel KT Mutiara (1 star)
www.permaihotelkt.com.my t +609-622 2655
Gem Island Resort & Spa (3 star) t +609-622 2122
www.gemisland.com.my Mini Indah Hotel (3 orkid)
t +603-6205 5555 Gem Beach Resort (3 star) t +609-622 9053
www.gembeach.com.my
Kapas Island Resort (1 star) t +609-669 5910 KT Beach Resort (3 orkid)
www.kapas-island-resort.com t +609-631 5555
t +609-631 6468 Felda Residence Kuala Terengganu
(3 star) KT Travellers Inn (3 orkid)
Makcik Gemok Beach Resort t +609-632 1111 t +609-623 2692
www.kapasisland.com
t +609-624 5120
Hotel Tanjong Vista (3 star) Sea View Hotel (3 orkid)
www.hoteltanjongvista.com.my t +609-622 1911
Qimi Private Bay t +609-631 9988
t +6019-951 8159 Intan Beach Resort (3 orkid)
Grand Puteri Hotel (3 star) t +609-631 8899
Kapas Turtle Valley Chalet t +609-621 5555
t +6013-354 3650 Kenangan Hotel (3 orkid)
Sumai Suite Hotel & Apartments t +609-622 2688
(3 star)
Pulau Tenggol www.sumaihotel.com Seri Hoover Hotel (3 orkid)
Tenggol Island Dive Resort & Spa t +609-631 0099 t +609-623 3823
www.tenggolisland.com Hotel Seri Malaysia Kuala
t +609-848 4862 Indah Hotel (2 orkid)
Terengganu (2 star) t +609-623 3023
Tenggol Island Beach Resort www.serimalaysia.com.my
www.pulautenggol.com t +609-623 6454 Qurata Riverside Resort
t +609-849 4822 t +609-617 5500
Batu Burok Beach Resort (2 star)
Kuala Terengganu www.bbbr.my Hotel Sentral KT
t +609-622 1410 t +609-622 8888
Primula Beach Hotel (4 star)
www.primulahotels.com.my YT Midtown Hotel (2 star)
Terengganu Hotel
t +609-622 2100 www.hotelytmidtown.com.my t +609-622 2900
t +609-622 3088
Hotel Grand Continental Sri Terengganu Hotel
Kuala Terengganu (4 star) Seri Indah Resort (2 star) t +609-622 1628
www.grandcontinental_hotel.com t +609-622 1564
Hotel Sri Tanjung
t +609-625 1888 Ming Star Hotel (2 star) t +609-626 2636
Duyung Marina Resort (4 star) www.mingstarhotel.com
t +609-622 8666 Ming Paragon Hotel & Spa
www.ri-yazheritage.com.my t +609-623 9966
t +609-627 7888 Motel Desa (2 star)
Tawaquf Inn Jerteh Riverside Chalet & Restaurant Sekayu Rest House
t +609-662 7377 t +609-690 4054 t +609-681 1259
Lake Kenyir Development & Tourism Division t +609-666 8498 f +609-666 8979 w www.ketengah.gov.my
(Central Terengganu Development Authority)
Malaysia Airports Berhad Kuala Terengganu t +609-662 6667 f +609-662 6670 w www.malaysiaairports.com.my
Emergencies
Police / Fire / Rescue t 999
Royal Malaysian Police Terengganu Contingent t +609-635 4722 f +609-622 6941 w www.rmp.gov.my
Hospital Sultanah Nur Zahirah Kuala Terengganu t +609-621 2121 f +609-622 1820 w www.hsnzkt.moh.gov.my
List of Airlines
Malaysia Airlines Kuala Terengganu t +609-662 6600 f +609-662 6604 w www.malaysiaairlines.com
Malaysian Association of Tour & Travel t +609 631 6468 f +609 631 1469 e wansupian@matta.org.my
Agents (MATTA) Terengganu Chapter
Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) t +609 622 2100 f +609 622 6039 e mazuki_husin@yahoo.com
Terengganu Chapter
Malaysian Budget Hotel Association (MBHA) t +6019 974 7372 f +609 631 0134 e ty6256@yahoo.com
Terengganu Chapter
Terengganu Tourism Association (PPNT) t +609 622 1891 f +609 624 2572
Terengganu Nature Guide Association t +609 697 4887 f +609 697 4887 e trgnatureguide@gmail.com
(TENAGA)
Other Services
MBKT Bus Terminal t +609 627 1291 f +609 622 6570 w mbkt.terengganu.gov.my
By Road
Terengganu is accessible via intercity expressway networks from all major towns and cities in Peninsular Malaysia, Thailand
and Singapore. The new East Coast Highway and the Simpang Pulai Highway via Tasik Kenyir offers a convenient and
scenic journey. Driving by car with friends or loved ones can be an interesting trip. Aside from the greenery that can be
seen throughout your journey, the fresh air and unpolluted countryside can offer a captivating experience. Once you get to
the Terengganu road, the beautiful beaches and blue waters welcome you. Travelling from the south through the Segamat
Highway offers an exciting trip as well. Luxury double-decker coaches, taxis and rental cars are available from all major
cities in Peninsular Malaysia.
By Air
Flight Point of Departure to Sultan Mahmud Airport, Kuala Terengganu
MAS From Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)
Air Asia From Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA 2) and from Changi Airport, Singapore
Firefly From Subang Skypark, Selangor
Malindo Air From Subang Skypark, Selangor
You Wings From Kota Namu International Airport, Medan, Indonesia
Tourism Terengganu
Terengganu State Secretariat
9th Floor, Wisma Darul Iman
20503 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Darul Iman, Malaysia.
t +609-623 1553
f +609-631 0273 Tourism Terengganu
e tourismterengganu2014@gmail.com TourismTerengganu
w tourism.terengganu.gov.my
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