Cherating Travel Guide
Cherating is a beautiful beach town in Pahang, Malaysia, and is full of things to do and see. The beach itself is a stunning stretch of golden sand, lapped at the shore by waves and set in a pleasant town.
- Worth It?
- This is a really nice spot to visit and is definitely worth the trip.
- What to Do
- relax on the beach, swim, fish, river cruises, visit the turtle sanctuary, make your own batik paintings, shop, surf and explore the local village.
- Best Time to Go
- February through May is the driest period.
- How Long?
- A week is perfect for enjoying the sun and the sea as well as the local attractions.
- Trivia
- Cherating is home to the first Club Med in Asia.
The whole area of Cherating is great for nature lovers and fans of the outdoors. As well as relaxing in the sun and swimming in the sea, there are lagoons, rivers, animals and birds as well as shops and restaurants to enjoy.
Cherating is home to Asia's first Club Med resort, a turtle sanctuary and a cultural village. Visitors can learn how to do batik and design sarongs, t-shirts and scarves with their own designs. The river is a popular place to witness the unique, glowing fireflies and fishing is another favorite pastime.
Travel to Cherating - Getting There
Cherating is only 47kms north of Kuantan town and taxis and buses run all day to and from the area. Kuala Lumpur (133kms away) welcomes many international flights, with the East Coast Expressway providing a great route from the capital to Cherating. You can also from from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan's domestic airport and then take a bus or taxi.
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