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A beach town in the bountiful Pahang state, Cherating boasts a cultural village, clear
waters and somemuch needed pampering. Just 47kmnorth of Kuantan, the town is a
perfect place to achieve that golden sun-kissed tan. Ahaven for foodies, beach lovers
and surfers; it’s time you traded in your leather shoes for some flip flops.
WANDER
Sand, Beach and
the Cherating Waters
Discover
TurtleSanctuary
It’s your one-stop destination to all things
turtle-y. Learn all about the different
types of shelled creatures and watch little
hatchlings see light for the first time. You’ll
also learn a lot about rare and soon-to-
be-extinct species. Meant to educate,
this attraction offers an informative and
exciting look into the lives of turtles.
Night Turtle Watching at the Turtle
Sanctuary
Take a little night stroll with the turtle-
people and watch as momma turtles
venture to shore to lay their eggs. You
can even help set the incubated baby
turtles free in the clear Cherating waters.
Remember to keep lights to a minimum
so as not to disorientate the poor momma
turtles.
Adventure
MangroveRiver Cruise
A quiet boat ride along the Cherating
River. If nature, trees and the occasional
animal spotting is your idea of fun, you’ll
W o r d s :
L y l a M u r u g a y a h
love it here. Hop on board a silent (so they
say) motorboat and learn all about these
mangrove trees. Keep your eyes peeled for
the occasional jumping monkeys!
Firefly, IbokRiver, Kemamam
If you’re a fan of bugs with fiery bottoms,
you’ll love this little excursion. Best left to
a night when themoon rays aren’t lighting
up the sky, pitch darkness aids to the
beauty of these glittery fireflies. Watch as
these magnificent creatures dance about
the night.
Snake Island
Don’t be alarmed by its name. You’ll hardly
ever spot a snake, unless you look a little
too hard. But, get ready to be soaked on
this trip. Hold tight, it’s going to be bumpy
and extremelywet. The island itself is lush,
and you’ll be expected to do some serious
jungle trekking. P.S. Bring extra clothes.
Flying Trapeze, ClubMed Cherating Beach
Resort
Club Med Cherating is a perfect holiday
spot for the entire family with its variety of
activities that cater to various age groups
and interest. From jungle walks to flying
trapezes, there is always something for
everyone.
Eat
KeropokLekor, (Kamal) PakDie
The store is not a hard find. Nestled
between the lush coconut trees, visitors
can take shade under their beach-style
tables and enjoy an authentic taste of the
infamous fish snacks. Plump fish crackers,
cooked to perfection and served with a
side of sweet chilli sauce. Deffo amust try!
DuyongRestaurant
Raised on stilts at the western end of
the beach, this quaint restaurant offers
beautiful views of the turquoise bay.
Expect a delicious array of seafood, meat
and even vegetables for the vegetarians.
The food is great but nothing beats the
phenomenal unbroken views. Try the
Tom
Yam
soup for a spicy kick!