One of Malaysia’s pre-eminent East Coast states, Terengganu is known for a picturesque 225km stretch of white sand beaches and the paradise islands just off its mainland shores.Sekayu Waterfall is a great place for a picnic. You’ll find this site near Kuala Berang after a delightful drive through some lush jungle hills. Campgrounds and chalets are also available.
The beach at Rantau Abang is nice, but most tourists flock to see the leatherback turtles that wade ashore to lay eggs. Best time to go is March through November.
If you’ve an aversion to sea travel, mainland Terengganu has some great beaches at Tanjung Jara and Pasir Pajang.
But if it’s wonderful islands you are looking for the Terengganu islands are the ones to visit. Known for their white sands and relaxed atmospheres, some of Terengganu’s islands are more commercialized and serviced than others. The most popular are the Perhentians (Kuala Besut jetty), Kapas, Redang, and Lang Tengah (Merang jetty), and Tenggol (Dungun jetty). The white sands of Terengganu (mainland and island) are famous, but you’ll also feel a sense of ‘slow living’ throughout the State. Find yourself a beach chair, set it into the sands, and let your troubles melt away.The pristine settings above the waterline of Terengganu are only half its beauty; open your eyes to the undersea worlds. The reefs are teeming with life, easily accessed by snorkellers, while divers can reach some truly amazing dive sites.
Not just a hopping off point for air travelers, capital city Kuala Terengganu has some attractions that make it worth staying before heading to the beach or an island. Chinatown and its shop houses attract many tourists, while Central Market at the end of Jalan Bandar bustles with vendors selling all sorts of wares and sundries.
