The Best Underrated Beaches to Visit in Malaysia
Malaysia is well-known for its beautiful beaches such as Tioman Island, Redang Island, and Batu Ferringhi beach, but there are beaches that are more secluded, if you’re hankering for a relaxing experience, with tranquil, scenic views. Here are the best underrated beaches to visit and relax on while you’re in Malaysia.
Kerachut Beach
Kerachut Beach is one of the more secluded beaches in Penang. You need to take a two-hour hike through the Penang National Park to get there, or you can hire a boat near the entrance of Penang National Park, Teluk Bahang. You will spot a meromictic lake which has two layers of salt and fresh water that are mixed together.
Visit the Pantai Kerachut Turtle Conservation Centre to learn more about how the turtles are nurtured, and how their eggs are hatched before they are returned to the sea.
Monkey Beach
Similar to Kerachut Beach, you can either hike through or take a boat from Penang National Park to visit the scenic Monkey Beach. You will see some long-tailed macaques that give this beach its name, hanging around looking out for food. There are cafes if you’re hungry, and you can also have a picnic or camp overnight at Monkey Beach.
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