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Aur IslandJohor · 330 kmRemote reefs and lagoons! Pulau Aur lies about 76 km east of Mersing Town and is part of the Johor Marine Park. Its corals, lagoons and offshore pools make it a tourist attraction, and it…
Bagan Lalang BeachSelangor · 70 kmWeekend picnic and camping by the sea! Bagan Lalang in Sepang District, Selangor, lies close to the Negeri Sembilan border (Port Dickson) and is popular for weekend picnics and camping. Its…
Batu Ferringhi BeachPenang · 350 kmPenang's prime beach destination! A 4 km stretch of beaches along the northern coast of Penang Island, about 11 km northwest of George Town, lined with beach resorts and high-rise hotels…
Besar Island, MelakaMelaka · 150 kmA short boat ride from Melaka! Pulau Besar lies about 13 km off the coast of mainland Melaka. Private motorboats from Pernu and Umbai take about 15 minutes, and scheduled ferries from…
Besar Island, MersingJohor · 300 kmAn island escape off Johor's east coast! Pulau Besar lies in Mersing District, Johor — part of the chain of islands off Mersing that makes up the state's island getaways.
Cherating BeachPahang · 300 kmTurtle sanctuary on the East Coast! This bohemian beach town is famous for sea turtle conservation - watch baby turtles released to the sea! Great surfing waves, firefly tours, and…
- Desaru CoastJohor · 350 km
Malaysia's NEWEST beach resort destination! Just opened luxury integrated resort with pristine 17km beach. Adventure waterpark, world-class golf, luxury hotels, and family attractions. Easy…
Gaya IslandSabah · 1,600 kmKota Kinabalu's big island! Pulau Gaya covers 1,483 hectares as part of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, with ridges rising to 300 m. Historically it was the settlement harbour of the British North…
- Island Hopping - Sapi & ManukanSabah · 1,600 km
Crystal-clear water just minutes from the city! Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park's islands - Sapi and Manukan - are a 15-minute boat ride from Kota Kinabalu, offering powder-white beaches…
- Kapalai IslandSabah · 1,900 km
A resort on stilts over the reef! Pulau Kapalai, about 15 km off Sipadan, is known for its scuba resorts. Erosion has worn the island down to a sandbar, and the buildings stand on stilts on…
Kapas IslandTerengganu · 450 kmThe 'Cotton Island' lives up to its name! Soft white sand, calm turquoise waters, and laid-back vibes make this Terengganu gem perfect for families. Affordable accommodation, excellent…
Klebang Beach, MelakaMelaka · 150 kmMelaka's sunset beach! Pantai Klebang faces the Strait of Malacca at the end of the Klebang Peninsula, right next to 1Malaysia Square — easy to combine with a day in historic Melaka.
Lang Tengah IslandTerengganu · 500 kmA quieter alternative to Redang! Pulau Lang Tengah lies in Kuala Nerus District, Terengganu, and is reached by ferry from Merang on the mainland.
Langkawi IslandKedah · 470 kmThe JEWEL of Kedah! This island paradise offers pristine beaches, dramatic limestone formations, and legendary tales. Cable car to Langkawi Sky Bridge for breathtaking views, island-hop to…
- Mabul IslandSabah · 1,900 km
A fishing-village island beside Sipadan! Mabul has been a fishing village since the 1970s and gained popularity with scuba divers after the 1990s thanks to its closeness to Sipadan, about…
Mantanani IslandsSabah · 1,550 kmSwim with DUGONGS! These remote Sabah islands are one of few places to spot gentle sea cows in their natural habitat. Pristine beaches, excellent diving, and untouched beauty await…
Mataking IslandSabah · 1,900 kmHome of Malaysia's first underwater post office! Pulau Mataking in the Celebes Sea is joined to Mataking Kecil by a narrow sand bank. It is a private island belonging to a dive resort with…
- Morib BeachSelangor · 70 km
A quiet seaside close to the capital! Morib Beach in Kuala Langat, Selangor, is a small beach that is suitable for swimming. It was one of the first landing points on the west coast for…
- Pangkor IslandPerak · 230 km
The CLOSEST island paradise to KL! Just 3.5 hours away, this charming island offers beautiful beaches, fresh seafood, and peaceful kampung vibes. Visit the historic Dutch Fort, spot…
- Pantai Cahaya Bulan (PCB)Kelantan · 495 km
Moonlight Beach lives up to its poetic name! This East Coast stretch of casuarina-lined sand near Kota Bharu is a favourite for family picnics, kite-flying, and fresh grilled seafood at the…
- Perhentian IslandsTerengganu · 500 km
Paradise for snorkelers! Crystal-clear waters teeming with sea turtles, colorful coral reefs, and tropical fish. Two main islands - Perhentian Besar (Big) for families and Perhentian Kecil…
- Port DicksonNegeri Sembilan · 100 km
KL's favorite beach escape! Just 90 minutes from the city, PD offers family-friendly beaches, waterfront resorts, and the iconic Army Museum. Perfect for quick weekend getaways. Lots of…
Rawa IslandJohor · 380 kmExclusive PRIVATE island paradise! This tiny gem off Johor's coast offers crystal waters without the crowds. Only two resorts on the entire island mean serenity guaranteed. Snorkel vibrant…
- Redang IslandTerengganu · 480 km
Marine park PERFECTION! One of Malaysia's most beautiful islands with powder-white sand and turquoise waters. Protected marine park means incredible snorkeling and diving with vibrant coral…
- Semporna Archipelago, SabahSabah · 1,900 km
Gateway to world-class diving! Semporna town is the launchpad for Sipadan, Mabul and Kapalai — turquoise waters teeming with turtles, reef sharks and coral gardens rated among the planet's…
Sibu IslandJohor · 320 kmA marine-park island off Mersing! Pulau Sibu, off the coast of Johor's Mersing District, was declared a marine park in 1993 — a good choice for snorkelling and beach time.
Sipadan IslandSabah · 1,700 kmWorld's TOP dive site! This oceanic island rises 600m from the sea floor, creating a marine wonderland. Encounter hammerhead sharks, barracuda tornadoes, and sea turtle highways. Limited…
Tanjung Bidara BeachMelaka · 130 kmWhere hawksbill turtles come ashore! Tanjung Bidara, in Masjid Tanah (Alor Gajah District), Melaka, lies south of Pengkalan Balak Beach and is one of the state's important landing sites for…
Teluk BahangPenang · 350 kmFrom fishing village to seaside getaway! Teluk Bahang, 13.6 km west of George Town near the north-western tip of Penang Island, grew up as a fishing village and now draws visitors with a…
- Teluk Batik Beach, LumutPerak · 230 km
A sixties favourite by the sea! Teluk Batik in Perak's Manjung District became popular in the 1960s and has grown quickly to welcome larger numbers of visitors. Lumut, the jetty town for…
Teluk Cempedak Beach, KuantanPahang · 250 kmKuantan's 'Palm Beach'! Teluk Cempedak (Cempedak Bay) is a white sandy beach lined with casuarina and pine trees and rocky promontories facing the South China Sea, about 5 km east of…
- Tenggol IslandTerengganu · 430 km
The last of the east-coast island chain! Pulau Tenggol is around 24 km off the Terengganu coast — the last island in the string that includes Perhentian and Redang. It is reached by ferry…
- Tiga Island (Pulau Tiga) National ParkSabah · 1,650 km
Islands born from mud volcanoes! Tiga Island Park, north of Kuala Penyu, has been protected since 1933 (as a forest reserve) and became a park in 1978. It covers 158 square kilometres of…
Tioman IslandPahang · 200 kmLegendary beauty that inspired Bali Hai! This volcanic island offers dramatic jungle-covered peaks, hidden waterfalls, and world-class diving. Abundant wildlife including monitor lizards…
Tip of Borneo, KudatSabah · 1,700 kmStand at the top of Borneo! Tanjung Simpang Mengayau, in Kudat District, is the northernmost tip of Borneo, where the South China Sea meets the Sulu Sea.
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