The Perhentian Islands are located 10 nautical miles northeast of Malaysia in the state of Terengannu. Two large islands make up the chain: Pulau Perhentian Kecil (Small Perhantian) and Perhantian Besar (Big Perhentian). The name originates from "henti," meaning "stop," as for centuries fisherman from the mainland used the islands for shelter and rest during storms.
Visitors travel to the Perhentians to experience crystal clear waters, unspoiled tropical jungles and exotic wildlife. Resort hotels supply guided diving and jungle excursions, modern facilities and traditional style and service.
The Perhentian Island Resort is on the eastern side of Peninsular Malaysia, between Kelantan and Terengganu, facing the South China Sea. Access is via boat from Kuala Besut, a small fishing village in northern Terengganu.
The resort is a private beachfront hotel offering a variety of chalets on 25 acres of lush tropical rainforest. Rooms include private balconies, international direct-dial phones, air conditioning, 24-hour electricity and hot water. Facilities include a patio pool, a beach-view restaurant serving Malaysian and Western fare from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., and an open air beachfront cafe that offers drinks and barbecue service. The resort offers activities such as diving, snorkeling, kayaking, canoeing, jungle treks and karaoke.
Perhentian Island Resort
Perhentian Island Resort Sdn Bhd,
22nd Floor Menara Promet,
50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
+603-2144-8530
perhentianislandresort.net
The Bubu Long Beach Resort is located on Long Beach on Pulau Perhentian Kecil, 13 miles off the Terengganu shore, accessible via the Kuala Besut jetty.
This island's single deluxe resort combines local architecture with modern facilities, including oceanside and ocean-view rooms with private balconies or patios. All rooms come with air conditioning, bathrooms and hot showers.
Services include on-site PADI registration for diving courses. Guided jungle treks are available with rainforest biodiversity studies and survival courses. Open beach massages and cabana refreshments are standard. Dining includes local and Western cuisines with buffet and barbecue, with al fresco beach tables and palm parasols for open-air nighttime dining.
Bubu Long Beach Resort
G-1, Ground Floor, Wisma SPS
No. 32 Jalan Imbi,
55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
+603-2142-6688
buburesort.com
The Senjay Bay Resort consists of three levels of traditional beachfront huts, connected by wooden walkways and bridges, nestled into a hill overlooking the South China Sea, and is accessible by a 30-minute speedboat ride from the fishing village of Kuala Besut, near Kota Bharu. Nature lovers and honeymooners will appreciate the quiet beach and abundant wildlife, which includes monitor lizards, geckos and red-tailed squirrels.
The air-conditioned rooms include ocean views, wireless Internet, bathrooms and hot water. The resort specializes in diving, with a shop offering lessons and guides. Other activities include snorkeling, canoeing and karaoke. Western and Asian dishes are available 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily at a 50-seat restaurant.
Senja Bay Resort
Senja Bay Resort Sdn Bhd
Coral Bay, Pulau Perhentian Kecil
22300 Besut, Terengganu, Malaysia
+609-691-1799
senjabay.com
