SUN, SAND AND SEA

Malaysia is blessed with a myriad of beautiful white, sandy beaches, especially on the East Coast, where the warm crystal clear waters of the South China Sea never cease to amaze those whose home waters may have originated in ‘Arctic’!
With sunshine and temperatures in the high eighties almost all year round, one of the many excellent resort-hotels would have to feature high on any list of recuperative options.

East Coast Beaches

Redang

Pulau Redang, located 45km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu, is the largest of a group of nine protected islands dotting the South China Sea off the Terengganu coast. The island offers crystal clear waters and numerous dive sites for enthusiasts. Sheltered within the Pulau Redang Marine Park, the waters here are rich in marine life. At midday when sun rays penetrate the sea, brilliant hues of coral, anemones and fish can be seen.
Perhentian Islands


Popular among Malaysian and international travellers alike, this blissful island is surrounded by clear waters rich in marine life. A selection of smaller islands just north of Redang, the Perhentians are very popular with budget travelers. The beaches are totally unspoilt, with a wide variety of beach huts right on the shore. A favorite for diving and snorkeling, the Perhentians are a great place to earn your scuba diving certificate.

Tanjung Jara Beach

Nestled near the South China Sea, Tanjung Jara Beach has a prominent stretch of golden sand, with powerful waves striking its shores. Catch the sunrise or sunset with the winds whipping in your face, albeit with a gentle breeze.

Rantau Abang

This is the place to watch leatherback turtles lay their eggs and their babies take their first walk out to sea. Rantau Abang, 60km south of Kuala Terengganu. There, visitors can lie quietly in wait from midnight to dawn to watch giant leatherback turtles come ashore to lay their eggs. The turtles, lumbering slowly up the white sandy beaches to lay eggs, are a memorable sight.

Cherating Beach

The laid-back beach village of Cherating is a perfect mix of mellow atmosphere, good beaches and great seafood.

The old Cherating Village has a blend of the modern and traditional. A stretch of road about 1km long runs parallel to the beach, dotted with charming and comfortable chalets, many of which face the beach front. Cherating has the perfect combination of great surf, a wide stretch of white-sandy beach, a wealth of accommodation, dining choices and a classic surfers' nightlife scene. Surfers linger for days and even months in this small enclave to catch the best waves and chill out with fellow surfers, exchanging the day's conquests at one of the chic bistros or bars.

Tioman Island

Tioman Island, an alluring holiday paradise in the South China Se and a snorkeling and divers paradise. The abundant coral reefs off the northern coast of the island are home to a huge variety of colorful tropical fish within easy reach of the shore. About 56km off the coast of Pahang lies Acclaimed as one of the best island getaways in the world. Tioman was the location of the Hollywood musical, 'South Pacific' in 1959.

West Coast Beaches

Langkawi

Langkawi has been designated a UNESCO Global Geopark, Southeast Asia's first, and Malaysia's pride. This cluster of 99 islands offers beautiful beaches, world-class infrastructure, ultra-cheap duty-free shopping and fascinating myths and legends. There is a much wider variety of hotels, restaurants, and shops on this tourist hot spot. Langkawi has the added advantage of being available all year round – no monsoon closures for this northern island.

Pangkor Island

Pangkor, with its charming mix of fishing settlements and resorts, is a fascinating and convenient holiday destination. It presents the visitor with a rare chance to live near fishermen and observe their lifestyle and also to simply enjoy the fine beaches and resort amenities. Pangkor is within an easy drive from KL – a great option for a weekend escape. There are several large hotels around Pangkor Island including Pangkor Laut which is a privately owned island resort with stunning over-water bungalows, and 5-star service.

Once you have selected your ideal beach for your recuperation you can contact us to get information on hotels nearest to it.

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