Hostel · Perhentian Islands
Perhentian Chomel Chalet (Kecil)
9.3
445 reviewsBeachfront, sea views, dorms and female-only dorms, on-site restaurant.
- Wi-Fi
- Female dorm
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Perhentian Islands
Peninsular Malaysia · Malaysia
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- A day
- ~US$30
- Best
- Mar–Oct
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Island paradise
Why Perhentian Islands
- Among the cheapest places in the world to get PADI certified (RM 1,100 / ~$245)
- Pristine snorkeling right off the beach — turtles, reef sharks, clownfish
- Perhentian Kecil has a genuine backpacker community feel with beachfront chalets and bars
The Perhentian Islands — Kecil (small) and Besar (big) — are two jungle-covered islands off Malaysia's northeast coast with crystal-clear water, vibrant coral reefs, and some of the cheapest diving in the world. Kecil is the backpacker island with budget chalets and beach bars, while Besar caters to families and mid-range travelers. The islands shut down entirely during monsoon season (November–February).
Where to stay in Perhentian Islands
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- PCPerhentian Chomel Chalet (Kecil)
9.3 · beachfront, sea views, dorms and female-only dorms, on-site restaurant
- FCFauna Chalet (Kecil, Coral Bay)
9.1 · cheap, basic, social, popular with backpackers
- MBMonkey Beach Camp (Kecil)
8.7 · basic beach bungalows, hammocks, remote feel
- PCPanorama Chalet (Kecil, Long Beach)
7.1 · budget chalets right on the sand
Hostel · Perhentian Islands
Fauna Chalet (Kecil, Coral Bay)
9.1
56 reviewsCheap, basic, social, popular with backpackers.
- Wi-Fi
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Monkey Beach Camp (Kecil)
8.7
373 reviewsBasic beach bungalows, hammocks, remote feel.
- Wi-Fi
Hostel · Perhentian Islands
Panorama Chalet (Kecil, Long Beach)
7.1
358 reviewsBudget chalets right on the sand.
- Wi-Fi
Things to do in Perhentian Islands
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- KA
- NI
- SL
- SC
- TT
Water · Perhentian Islands
Get PADI Open Water certified
Get PADI Open Water certified (RM 1,100 / ~$245 for 3 days; Turtle Bay Divers, Bubbles, Monkey Dives)
- Price
- US$245
Water · Perhentian Islands
Hike the jungle trail from Long Beach to Coral Bay, then to the lighthouse viewpoint
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Kayak around the island
Kayak around the island (RM 20–30/hour)
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Night snorkeling to see bioluminescent plankton
Night snorkeling to see bioluminescent plankton (ask dive shops)
Water · Perhentian Islands
Take a snorkeling boat tour to Turtle Point, Shark Point, and Fish Garden
Take a snorkeling boat tour to Turtle Point, Shark Point, and Fish Garden (RM 50 / $11, full day)
- Price
- US$11
Getting to Perhentian Islands
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