Do you plan to have a full-day excursion on some coastlines? You can include Cherating for your next trip’s destination. As a coastal town in Kuantan District, Pahang, Malaysia, Cherating is home to lots of beaches along the Chendor Beach with many hotels and resorts. This popular tourist destination has also attracted travelers from around the world with a cultural village selling traditional textiles and handicrafts. Besides, nature enthusiasts would be pleased by a turtle sanctuary in Cherating’s beaches, where they can witness the turtles lay their eggs.

Not only turtle-watching, you can also do other activities on the town’s beaches, such as surfing, kitesurfing, batik painting, Cherating river cruise, and exploring local culinary delights. From December to February, Cherating beach is a recommended spot for surfing, since it’s one of Peninsular Malaysia’s beaches with waves good enough to do this kind of water sport. Meanwhile, during the dry season (July to September), you’d have a chance for kitesurfing, as the winds are fine; and the sea would be flat and shallow. Get ready to be thrilled by the diverse water activities Cherating has to offer. Here’s some helpful info to plan your perfect Cherating trip:

How to Get to Cherating

If you arrive in Kuala Lumpur, there are 4 ways to get to Cherating. Below are several transport methods you can choose:

1. Bus via UMP Gambang

From Terminal Bersepadu Selatan, take a bus via UMP Gambang to Kuantan. The trip would probably take 4 hours, starting from RM 23,08. Then, flag down a taxi from Kuantan to Cherating at about RM 100,98; you’d reach Cherating in around 38 minutes with this trip. This is the best way to go from Kuala Lumpur to Cherating, anyway.

2. Car

The second recommended way to get to Cherating from Kuala Lumpur is by driving a car due to the cheapest journey’s rate. You can reach Cherating in only 3 hours, starting from RM 54,15 for fuel.

3. Night Bus

From Terminal Bersepadu Selatan, take the Mara Liner bus via TBS Kuala Lumpur-Kemaman to Kemaman Bus Terminal. This trip may last for 4 hours and 35 minutes and cost around RM 29,00. Then, proceed to Cherating from Kemaman by taxi. At around RM 28,85, you can reach Cherating in 11 minutes.

4. Taxi

If you prefer the fastest way to reach Cherating, consider choosing a taxi from Kuala Lumpur. However, you may spend quite a lot of money for this journey.

Best Hotels in Cherating

Made it to Cherating yet? Opt for an accommodation to settle in first. Observe several hotels’ lists below to pick one out:

1. The Kasturi

Check-in and check-out time: from 3 pm, before 11 am

The Kasturi is a 5-star resort located at Chendor Beach, offering the perfect view to the sunrise, over the forested of Tanjong Geliga and off to the South China Sea. You can have this luxury panorama from your fully-furnished rooms and other hotel’s facilities: a fitness center, pools, and spa. Surrounded by all those eudaimonic perspectives, you’d have unprecedented stays in Cherating.

2. Royale Chulan Cherating Villa

Check-in and check-out time: from 3 pm, before 12 pm

Another excellent accommodation in Cherating is Royale Chulan Cherating Villa. It’s the perfect getaway nestled in novice surfers’ haven embraced by lush greenery. Along with 34 accommodation options: Villas, Beach Chalets, and Premier Suites, you’d also obtain the hotel’s pristine facilities, like exceptional dining, infinity pools, watersports, and meeting amenities.

3. Holiday Villa Beach Resort & Spa Cherating

Check-in and check-out time: from 3 pm, before 12 pm

Secluded by a palm-fringed beach fronting the South China Sea, Holiday Villa Beach Resort & Spa Cherating provides the ideal facility for a family traveler, honeymooners, corporate meeting, and team buildings. In addition to those utter amenities, the hotel also features many things to do for the guests: a fitness center, karaoke, sauna, spa, and pools.

4. Lavilla by Holiday Villa Cherating

Check-in and check-out time: from 3 pm, before 12 pm

Lavilla by Holiday Villa Cherating is a 4-star hotel featuring both great facilities and services. Situated on the charming beach of Cherating on the east coast of Peninsula Malaysia with views of the South China Sea, this property boasts 12 pool villas of 1 and 2 bedrooms. Hot tubs and gardens are recreational spots to get rid of boredom during your stays.

5. eRYA by SURIA Cherating

Check-in and check-out time: from 3 pm, before 12 pm

Although a 3-star accommodation, eRYA by SURIA Cherating is a laid-back style beach resort suitable for you to take some rest after a day of water adventures. The 114 spacious rooms with picturesque views of the garden and the South China Sea and large swimming pools of all ages are at your fingertips anytime. Besides, the hotel gives you spots for badminton, fishing, snorkeling, and table tennis.

6. Royale Chulan Cherating Chalet

Check-in and check-out time: from 3 pm, before 12 pm

If you seek a budget hotel in Cherating, go for Royale Chulan Cherating Chalet for convenient and cost-effective stays at once. Whether you opt for queen or twin beds, your needs would be fulfilled with a separate living area, private balcony, AC, and TV. Get into other experiences, like Fireflies Tour or Mangrove Cruise near the hotel.

7. Eastana Cherating Beach Resort

Check-in and check-out time: from 3 to 7 pm, check out from 11 am to 12 pm

A great choice for budget-conscious travelers, Eastana Cherating Beach Resort provides traditional Malay chalets with a private terrace and free WiFi. fitted with tiled flooring, simply-furnished rooms feature neutral cream and light brown colors. They also come with ACs, TVs, and a private bathroom. During the stays, you can use the karaoke room, and arrange watersports, like snorkeling and kayaking.

8. Samsuria Beach Resort & Residence

Check-in and check-out time: from 3 to 9 pm, check out from 8 am to 12 pm

Wishing a private beach area in your accommodation? Look no further than Samsuria Beach Resort & Residence. With well-equipped rooms–some of them with kitchens–you can also have access to the fitness center, garden, and balcony. If this is a place where you stay in, don’t forget to visit the nearby attractions: batik workshops and local restaurants serving salted fish and keropok lekor.

9. Pelangi Beach Resort

Check-in and check-out time: from 2 to 11 pm, check out from 7 am to 12 pm

Pelangi Beach Resort is only 200 meters away from Cherating Beach, so if the beach is one of your itineraries, this is where you should lodge. Non-smoking and family rooms, terraces, and WiFi throughout the property would keep you restful during the stays. Besides Cherating Beach, some cafes and bars would also accept you with open arms.

10. Homestay Pokdin

Check-in and check-out time: from 3 to 8 pm, check out from 11 am to 12 pm

Homestay Pokdin is even nearer to Cherating Beach. With only a 90 meter distance from the beach, the hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, a living room, TV, an equipped kitchen, and bathrooms with a bidet and bath. Other than spending days on the beach, visit the nearby Limbong Art for an immersive art experience with batik!

Other Recommended Attractions in Cherating

Beyond the beach scene lies a treasure trove of experiences. Discover other highlights of Cherating to make the most out of your adventures, like:

1. Night Market Cherating

After a day at the beach, unwind and discover hidden treasures at the lively Cherating Night Market. Open from 5.30 to 9.30 pm, the area’s main attraction is food. This is why you can already sense various sweet-smelling dishes from a distance. If you’re here already, try chicken rice, huge samosa, nasi campur, and any desserts galore.

2. Cherating Mangrove River Cruise

During an 1.5 hour cruise, you’d adventure through a coastal mangrove river in Cherating, venture down the town’s tree-lined waterway, and spot native wildlife: crabs, lizards, snakes, and monkeys. You can also learn about mangrove conservation and its significance in Malaysia.

3. Limbong Art

For art aficionados, Cherating also has a place for you! Limbong Art is where you’d rather be; providing an opportunity to learn and paint batik, you would experience a 2.5 hour class to make batik from scratch. You can also make your own tie dye t-shirts or dresses and bring them home!

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