Islands in Terengganu, Malaysia
Getting around Perhentian Islands
How to get around Perhentian Islands
You arrive by speedboat from Kuala Besut, then walk or take water taxis between beaches. There are no roads on the islands.
Ways to get around Perhentian Islands
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Speedboat from Kuala Besut | About RM35–40 each way | 30–45 min; operators leave when full |
| Water taxi | About RM10–50 per beach hop | Agree the price; shared boats cheaper |
| Jungle path walks | Free | Between Long Beach and Coral Bay in about 15 min |
Taxis in Perhentian Islands
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No cars, taxis or apps on the islands. Use shared boat taxis and agree fares before leaving.
Arriving in Perhentian Islands
Kota Bharu (Sultan Ismail Petra) (KBR)
Taxi to Kuala Besut jetty about RM60–90, 1 h, then speedboat 30–45 min.
Via Kuala Lumpur or Terengganu (KUL)
Overnight bus from KL to Kuala Besut about RM50–80, 7–8 h; KL flights land at Kota Bharu.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the left. Visitors can drive on an English-language licence; otherwise carry an IDP. Scooters need a motorcycle-class licence.
- Onward travel in Malaysia: KTM's ETS electric trains link KL with Ipoh and Butterworth (for Penang); express buses go everywhere; cheap flights reach Penang, Langkawi and Borneo.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Perhentian Islands?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No cars, taxis or apps on the islands. Use shared boat taxis and agree fares before leaving.
What's the best way to get around Perhentian Islands?
You arrive by speedboat from Kuala Besut, then walk or take water taxis between beaches. There are no roads on the islands.
How do I get from the airport to Perhentian Islands?
Taxi to Kuala Besut jetty about RM60–90, 1 h, then speedboat 30–45 min.
Is Perhentian Islands walkable?
Walkable center.
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