Terengganu, Malaysia
Perhentian Islands
Cheap diving, clear water, no roads and no hurry.
$–$$$easy accesslow adventureBest: Mar–OctShoestring → Comfort
Why go
Why this island
Two islands off Malaysia's east coast: one for chalets and quiet bays, one for hostels and beach fires.
- Among the cheapest quality diving in Southeast Asia.
- Shallow reefs and turtles a swim from the sand.
- Genuinely car-free.
At a glance
- Country
- Malaysia
- Region
- Terengganu
- Best season
- Mar–Oct
- Access
- easy
- Known for
- Turtles, Diving courses, Beach huts, Snorkelling
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