Discover Perhentian Island! A must-visit in Malaysia!

Hey guys! I just got back from Perhentian Island, and my 3-day, 2-night experience was amazing! 😭 The island is small but full of natural charm, with wildlife everywhere—squirrels 🐿️, monkeys 🐒, lizards 🦎... Plus, prices are super low, and accommodation, food, and entertainment are all great! It's a beautiful place with few people, mostly Western tourists, where you can truly connect with nature! 🌳 🚗 Here's a travel guide! 1️⃣ From Kuala Lumpur, fly directly to Sultan Mahmud Airport in Kuala Terengganu, which takes only 1 hour! ✈️ There's also a closer airport—Kota Bharu Airport, but we wanted to drive along the coast, so we chose Kuala Terengganu. A self-driving guide will be available later, so stay tuned! 🚗 2️⃣ After landing, take a Grab to Kuala Besut Jetty, which takes about 1.5 hours! 🚕 3️⃣ Buy a ticket at the jetty and take a boat to Perhentian Island. No need to book in advance! Someone will sell you a ticket at the jetty, and it's MYR 35 per person for a one-way trip, so don't get ripped off! Remember to buy a return ticket too! 🛳️ 🏨 Accommodation recommendation! The best hotel on the island—PIR! Right by the most beautiful beach! 🏖️ When I booked, it was about MYR 600 per room per night, and the rooms by the sea are amazing, with the ocean right outside the door! If you want to stay there, book early, or it'll be sold out! 😮 The hotel also offers cash exchange with a good rate! 💰 🍽️ Food recommendation! The restaurant at the Coral View Resort next door is cheap and delicious! 😋 It may not look like much, but the taste is amazing! After eating, you can take photos on the swing at the hotel entrance, which is beautiful! 📸 🤿 Snorkeling experience! You can book various sea activities at the hotel! I only tried snorkeling this time, which was about MYR 40 per person for 2-3 hours, and we went to three snorkeling spots on other islands. The water is super clear, and the coral and fish are beautiful! 🐠 That's all for now! My three happy days on Perhentian Island were much more than this! Feel free to ask any questions! 😄