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terry57 · 26-10-2007, 08:20 PM

Following on from Malacca we will travel by bus up to KL, fly on to Kota Bharu in the far north east corner of Malaysia, take a taxi down to Kuala Besut, ( 1 hour ) and then on to the Perhentian Islands by boat. ( 30 minutes)

A boat trip of 20 klm from " Kuala Besut ", ( the closest port ) will take us to the beautiful Islands of the Perhentian's.

These are arguably the most beautiful islands in Malaysia, with crystal clear waters full of quality coral and abundant marine life.

Ive been to many islands in my travels but i must say the Perhentians where a big surprise and we will kick it of from Malacca and the bus that took us up to KL.

Enjoy the trip.

cheers

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 08:22 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 08:25 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 08:29 PM

We paid 90 ringit for a deluxe room with all the fruit, this was exceptional value and money goes along way in this part of Malaysia.

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 08:32 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 08:36 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 08:37 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 08:42 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 08:46 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:29 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:40 PM

There is cheap backpacker accommodation available as well as better resorts. You will see in the following photos.

The Perhentians consist of 2 islands very close together and one is aimed at back packers and the other goes for a different market.

The backpackers stay on Palau Kecil , the others stay on Palau Besar and you can catch a boat between the 2 for 10 ringit.

We stayed on Palau Kecil where there was a bit more happening but being low season there was only a handful of punters there.

This was good for us as we scored a great bungalow looking down the beach for 90 ringit with aircon and hot water.

Begbie · 26-10-2007, 09:40 PM

Where's the special brew then Terry ?

Looks interesting, never heard of the place.

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:42 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:45 PM

^

Sorry beggars,

Im a tad busy at the moment, but i will post a picture of the " Special Brew " again just for you.

cheers

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:51 PM

This place is much like Samui was back in the 80's so i suggest if any of you fellas want a flash back, id be heading down here.
Dont expect any Waccy Tabbacy as its not very kosher but you can get a nice cold beer.

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:54 PM

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terry57 · 26-10-2007, 10:05 PM

26-10-2007, 08:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	Perhentian Islands. North East Malaysia. Following on from Malacca we will travel by bus up to KL, fly on to Kota Bharu in the far north east corner of Malaysia, take a taxi down to Kuala Besut, ( 1 hour ) and then on to the Perhentian Islands by boat. ( 30 minutes) A boat trip of 20 klm from " Kuala Besut ", ( the closest port ) will take us to the beautiful Islands of the Perhentian's. These are arguably the most beautiful islands in Malaysia, with crystal clear waters full of quality coral and abundant marine life. Ive been to many islands in my travels but i must say the Perhentians where a big surprise and we will kick it of from Malacca and the bus that took us up to KL. Enjoy the trip. cheers __________________ saving life and property in the city of perth.

26-10-2007, 08:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	Bus from Malacca to KL

26-10-2007, 08:25 PM	#3 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	Arriving in Kota Bharu on Air Asia

26-10-2007, 08:29 PM	#4 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	Crystal lodge. Stay here if you ever go to kota bharu. We paid 90 ringit for a deluxe room with all the fruit, this was exceptional value and money goes along way in this part of Malaysia. Last edited by Marmite the Dog : 26-10-2007 at 10:01 PM. Reason: Duplicate photo removed to aid faster loading

26-10-2007, 08:32 PM	#5 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	It was Ramadan and fire works were going off everywhere.

26-10-2007, 08:36 PM	#6 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	In the taxi on our way to Kuala Besut 1 hour away from Bharu

26-10-2007, 08:37 PM	#7 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	This boat has lost its way.

26-10-2007, 08:42 PM	#8 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	Arriving at Kuala Besut ready to go to the Perhentians.

26-10-2007, 08:46 PM	#9 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	The boat was powerful and fast but too bad if it rained.

26-10-2007, 09:29 PM	#10 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	Our first view of the perhentians and we were not let down.

26-10-2007, 09:40 PM	#11 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	There is cheap backpacker accommodation available as well as better resorts. You will see in the following photos. The Perhentians consist of 2 islands very close together and one is aimed at back packers and the other goes for a different market. The backpackers stay on Palau Kecil , the others stay on Palau Besar and you can catch a boat between the 2 for 10 ringit. We stayed on Palau Kecil where there was a bit more happening but being low season there was only a handful of punters there. This was good for us as we scored a great bungalow looking down the beach for 90 ringit with aircon and hot water.

26-10-2007, 09:40 PM	#12 (permalink)
Begbie Shiver me timbers Last Online: Yesterday 11:21 PM Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Lagrangian Point Posts: 7,781	Where's the special brew then Terry ? Looks interesting, never heard of the place.

26-10-2007, 09:42 PM	#13 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	Lovely bays with cheap bungalows.

26-10-2007, 09:45 PM	#14 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	^ Sorry beggars, Im a tad busy at the moment, but i will post a picture of the " Special Brew " again just for you. cheers

26-10-2007, 09:51 PM	#15 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	Secluded bays with only a few bungalows. This place is much like Samui was back in the 80's so i suggest if any of you fellas want a flash back, id be heading down here. Dont expect any Waccy Tabbacy as its not very kosher but you can get a nice cold beer.

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26-10-2007, 09:54 PM	#16 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	Pulau Besar where there is a better class of accomodation.

26-10-2007, 09:57 PM	#17 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	Palau Besar.

26-10-2007, 09:59 PM	#18 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	These bungalows are in a brilliant location and it dont come much better.

26-10-2007, 10:02 PM	#19 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	This is how you get to the Island as there aint no piers yet.

26-10-2007, 10:05 PM	#20 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 03:52 PM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,348	There building the piers now so they will be in action next year.