Chermin Island

Island Small island off Brunei's coast

Chermin Island 01.jpg
Chermin Island 02.jpg
Temburong Bridge 27 July 2023 09.jpg
Visit to the Brunei Darussalam Maritime Museum - 88.jpg
Visit to the Brunei Darussalam Maritime Museum - 89.jpg
Chermin Island
4.9333, 115.0167

How to Get to Chermin Island #

Access is by small boat from Bandar Seri Begawan or nearby coastal communities. Boat transfers are the practical option; schedules are informal and often arranged with local skippers.

Tips for Visiting Chermin Island #

  • Coordinate boat transfers with local marinas in Bandar Seri Begawan; public transport options are limited.
  • Respect local rules about fishing and reef access - some areas are community-managed.
  • Bring snorkeling gear if planning to explore the shallows; the waters around small Bruneian isles can be surprisingly clear.

Best Time to Visit Chermin Island #

Visit during the dry season for calmer seas and better conditions for snorkeling and boat travel.

Dry season
February-April · 25-32°C
Calmer seas and clearer water for snorkeling.
Wet season
October-January · 24-30°C
More rain and choppy water; fewer visitors and lush inland vegetation.

Weather & Climate near Chermin Island #

Climate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

Weather

2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

February

Weather

2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

March

Weather

2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

Weather

2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

May

Weather

2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

June

Weather

2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

July

Weather

2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

August

Weather

2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

September

Weather

2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

Weather

2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

November

Weather

2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

December

Weather

1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

Nearby Attractions to Chermin Island