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Perhentian Islands

Malaysia travel guide

What to see in the Perhentian Islands

Two islands of turquoise water and reefs with turtles, open from March to October.

Updated 18 October 2026 · How we make our guides

  • 5 must-see places
  • Best time: from April to October
Photo: Lijun · CC BY-SA 3.0

Perhentian Islands highlights

The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.

  1. Long Beach

    On the small island.

  2. Snorkelling with turtles

    Turtle Point.

  3. Diving

    Coral reefs.

  4. Coral Bay

    Sunsets.

  5. Jungle trails

    Between beaches.

Day trips from the Perhentian Islands

We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.

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When to travel to the Perhentian Islands

The months with the fewest warnings to travel to the Perhentian Islands are from April to October. If you can, avoid from November to February (islands closed by the monsoon).

  1. Jan with strong warnings
  2. Feb with strong warnings
  3. Mar with warnings
  4. Apr no warnings
  5. May no warnings
  6. Jun no warnings
  7. Jul no warnings
  8. Aug no warnings
  9. Sep no warnings
  10. Oct no warnings
  11. Nov with strong warnings
  12. Dec with strong warnings
  • from November to February

    Islands closed by the monsoon

    From November to February the monsoon closes almost all accommodation and there are no ferries to these islands.

    What to do: At that time of year, go to the west coast (Langkawi, Penang) or Borneo.

  • from November to February

    Monsoon on the east coast

    From November to February the monsoon hits the east coast (Perhentian, Tioman, Redang): many islands close.

    What to do: In those months, the west coast (Langkawi, Penang) is better.

  • February, March

    Ramadan (approximate dates)

    During the day many restaurants close or open less and museum and shop hours change. The evenings, with iftar, are very special.

    What to do: Out of respect, don’t eat or drink in the street during the day; book dinner for after sunset.

Where and what to eat

To eat like a local: a hawker centre or a kopitiam (traditional coffee shop). The dishes you can’t miss are in the Malaysia guide.

Frequently asked questions about the Perhentian Islands

What to see in the Perhentian Islands?

Long Beach, Snorkelling with turtles, Diving, Coral Bay and Jungle trails.

What to see in the Perhentian Islands in one day?

Don’t miss Long Beach, Snorkelling with turtles, Diving, Coral Bay and Jungle trails. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.

What’s the best time to travel to the Perhentian Islands?

The months with the fewest warnings to travel to the Perhentian Islands are from April to October. If you can, avoid from November to February (islands closed by the monsoon).

What day trips can you take from the Perhentian Islands?

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Guide reviewed 18 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.