There are few places on earth as pristine as this, a place where bushwalks through lush ancient jungles lead to magnificent clear ocean views. The waters are rich in sea life, while rare and unique bird roost and potter everywhere, unfazed by the occasional human who passes by
Terengganu is one Malaysian state truly blessed with a wealth of charming landscapes and natural wonders. Its 225 kilometres coastline of white sandy beaches, quaint fishing villages, captivating offshore islands and aquamarine waters make it a great holiday destination.Yet Terengganu, a UNESCO World-Heritage-listed Chinese Peranakan culture treasure, is rich in human history, too – even if it was one of the places on earth to be settled.
Pulau perhentian meaning “stop over island” is not to be missed. Some 21 kilometres from the coast of Terengganu, it comprises the islands of Pulau Perhentian kecil and Pulau Perhentian Besar. Covered by virgin jungle, windswept, palms and powdery white beaches and surrounded by sapphire blue waters. Pulau Perhentian is a sanctuary to fishermen, migratory birds and holiday makers.
On the edge of the Pulau Redang Marine park, Pulau Perhentian ‘s coral fringed waters provide excellent underwater seascapes for snorkelling and scuba diving. Arrangements can also be made for island cruises and boats can be hired to look for small bays and secluded caves in which to swim. A trip to these tropical island is a must as well for those who enjoy windsurfing, sailing, canoeing and deep sea fishing.
On the edge of the Pulau Redang Marine park, Pulau Perhentian ‘s coral fringed waters provide excellent underwater seascapes for snorkelling and scuba diving. Arrangements can also be made for island cruises and boats can be hired to look for small bays and secluded caves in which to swim. A trip to these tropical island is a must as well for those who enjoy windsurfing, sailing, canoeing and deep sea fishing.
Of the two islands, Pulau Perhentian Kecil is the more secluded and isolated with only minimum facilities of forested peaks with luscious coral lagoon of “Lata Air Berani” .With hardly any roads or cars, no mobile reception and limited wi-fi, coming here comes very close to literally getting away from it all. While Pulau Perhentian besar has been carefully developed to cater the visitors.
“Living on the island is incredible.“ the first thoughts uttered from my mouth. I personally thought as travelling here’s in Perhentian Kecil is a lot more trust, a lot more freedom. It’s really nice to lead a much simpler, easier life.
From Kuala Terengganu, my family and I take a taxi to the fishing port of Kuala Besut. Then, board the boat at the Fisheries Complex for Pulau Perhentian. The boat rides take over an hour to reach the island.Beneath its water is the world coastline coral reef haven, formed by a fortuitous sweep of current that bring warm waters and coral larvae. It’s an underwater wonderland of vibrant coral – blues, purples, yellows, brilliant whites- and reef fish in dazzling.
Diving and snorkelling at the five attraction spots such as fish point, turtle point, shark point, stunning lighthouse and romantic beach, a quick boat trip from shore, reveals all this and more; big gigantic turtles, variety range of fish, black sea cucumber. Reef sharks are also often seen unaggressive .My experienced through snorkelling in Perhentian is similarly rewarding, but no boat is needed to snorkel-cliff-fringed on the island despite the needs of snorkel, diving fin and snorkel mask. A reef just off the sand shows plenty of sea life including occasional turtles, although Pulau Redang is usually rated best for turtles. Perhentian is more renowned for the countless fish that converge on eagle, hoping to be hand-fed pellets sold at the beach side.
I own an incredibly adventurous trip on the island back then. We get on boat to Perhentian Kecil’s jetty and show up and be there till the boat came back. We tend to explore everything on the island . But the sort of holiday we had was the sort of holiday people have now. Very little different – I don’t come here for new attractions. My family and I went for fishing, see the reef, climb a hill for the windmill view, come back and eat way too much for dinner.
Windmill day-long hike and staircase to the Blue Lagoon is a visitor highlight. Climbing to the summit involves skirting on a narrow path beside sharp drop to the way sea below, and sometime using fixed ropes to haul yourself up rock faces. And we does it with sports shoes on, thanks to a hardy free-range island childhood. I fully admitted that it’s a special place which provides tranquillity and serenity alongside with the view.
“I just fall in love with the island,” I explains simply. “It’s a good spot to live. It’s pretty laidback. Then another kind of return will become possible – not islanders drawn back to their ancestral home by its siren call of beauty and simplicity, but fauna with no other place on earth to be.
We stayed for 3 days and 1 night in Perhentian Island Resort on the island as it provides chalets, dormitories and campsite for its guests. Those wishing to stay will find the accommodation to be basic yet comfortable.
Despite of the extravagance and marvellous of the island, I witnessed the unprecedented pickpockets incident that happened at Long beach. This aroused abrupt awareness, concerned and sympathy within myself towards the victims. The victims lost their personal belongings and turned the joy into grievance and sadness. They tried to look around and seek help for three consecutive days but the staff on long beach became very unfriendly and harsh towards them. Most of them lost their smartphones, cameras, passports and even money. Thus, we should always be careful with our valuables as to avoid for being stolen. You should always be ready towards the warning signals you’re about to be pickpocketed. There are some tips to identify that a pickpocket is about to stole your personal stuff and how to avoid them.
Firstly, never display you wealth. This is because pickpockets like to target wealthy people. Shuffling through a large wad of cash is an excellent way to attract their attention. If you’re travelling to an area that’s known for pickpockets, leave your fancy jewellery and designer watches at home.
Besides, avoid hanging your belongings on chair. While this is perfectly acceptable in a restaurant or an area you’re familiar with, you may not want to do it in a unfamiliar or crowded spot. Skilled thieves can stroll by and snatch up a backpack strap without even slowing down. Instead, keep your belongings where you can see them. Better yet, loop your bag or backpack strap around the leg of the chair you’re sitting in to ensure that it will be gone after a single tug.
In addition, avoid rocking out your tunes. This is because technology is the ultimate distraction. If you have your earphones in, you’re much less aware of your immediate surroundings, which makes sneaking up on you all too easy. It’s effortless for thieves to unplug earphones from a phone and snatch the latter. People usually think something has gone wrong with their phone or earphones before realising they’ve been robbed. The thief will be long gone before the victim discovers their phone is missing.
Moreover, be aware of someone who invades your personal space. In large, bustling crowds or on public transport, being close to strangers is often inevitable, and pickpockets take advantage of that. One of the most clichéd pickpocketing is the old jostle-and-snatch-someone bumps into you and they or another pickpockets snatches your wallet. If someone gets up close to you, especially if you’re face-to-face, try moving somewhere else. Alternatively, look direct at them and avoid to move while turning your back on them.
Lastly, the mindset that it can’t happen to you would be the one that harms yourself the most. This is because, most pickpockets are experts and the greatest advantage pickpockets have it the most people think it can’t happen to them.
I hope that this pickpockets incidents would never happened to me and anyone as together we should be aware of the thieves during travelling.
I hope that this pickpockets incidents would never happened to me and anyone as together we should be aware of the thieves during travelling.
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