Pulau Perhentian!!!!! My Dream:)

 

After less than an hour on a boat from the east coast of Malaysia, the laid-back atmosphere and the natural beauty of the Perhentian islands immediately transport you to a different world. The white sand is dotted with sun-worshipping holiday makers, some retreating to the shade for a glass of freshly squeezed juice. A group of scuba divers are boarding a boat to venture out into the turquoise waters and submerge themselves in the underwater wonderland. Later, as the sun sets, a quiet buzz of music and chatter fills the air, together with the thin wisp of smoke from the barbeque fire. 

            Pulau Perhentian is located on the north-eastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia, about 21km off the coast of the quaint town of Kuala Besut , lie lovely unspoiled islands amidst exquisitely clear waters. The Perhentian Islands are two islands named Pulau Perhentian Kecil (Small Perhentian Island) and Pulau Perhentian Besar (Large Perhentian Island). The Malay name Perhentian is translated as “place to stop” and this is exactly what these two islands were for traders travelling between Malaysia and Bangkok in years gone by. These islands are still a gorgeous place to stop and rest today, albeit for tourists disconnecting from the stress and routine of everyday life and not for weary seafaring traders. 

        The islands remain relatively untouched and the only permanent inhabitants live in a small fishing village on Perhentian Kecil. Apart from footpaths that cut through the jungle, there are no roads on the islands. The only way to get around is by walking through the jungle or taking a sea taxi. If you tread carefully, you may even encounter some of the islands’ shy wildlife on the way, such as monitor lizards, fruit bats, squirrels or even the elusive mouse deer. Simple chalets and some moderately luxurious resorts line the picturesque beaches along with restaurants, dive centres and boat operators advertising their services with hand-painted signs. 

            Perhaps it is the stretches of white beach or the crystal clear water and the superior scuba diving. Perhaps it is the untouched forests or the relaxed atmosphere and unspoiled charm. There was a lot of resort or chalet we can choose to stay there. Firstly, the resort that we can stay is Perhentian Island Resort, one of the best resorts in Perhentian Island. It located at Teluk Pauh Beach, famous beach with their white sandy beach and best spot for snorkelling trip. Has own Dive Shop and you can snorkelling just in front the resort. Pulau Perhentian also well known as a marine paradise and form a parts of National Marine Park of Malaysia.

               And of course, underneath the crystal clear waters around the island, corals and amazing marine life are welcome you. If we love challenging activities, we can take a jungle trek up the hills under a canopy of large trees, and you might see wild magpies, giant fruit bats or the Nicobar pigeon. Perhentian Island lies along the flight path of this migratory bird. Besides that, Coral View Island Resort also one of the best resort on Perhentian Besar after Perhentian Island Resort. It located at Tanjung Genting, between Perhentian Island Resort and Tropical Reef. Same beach with Perhentian Island Resort (Teluk Pauh Beach) the best beach on Perhentian besar, white sandy beach and a good patch of coral garden right in front of the resort. The facilities are provided same with Perhentian Island Resort. But, Coral View Island Resort has a huge inventory of rooms.
                So, for the conclusion we should go to Perhentian Island if we are haven’t been there. We like to think that is a little bit of all of this that makes the Perhentian Islands the perfect place to stop and take some time out.