Famous for its beautiful beach, Kuantan is the largest city on Malaysia’s east coast. Although not as exciting as some of Malaysia’s big cities, this is a pretty place to relax for a day or two.
This area of intense natural beauty stretches for quite a distance along the coast and has a lot to offer visitors such as sparkling waterfalls, cool caves, parks and of course, delicious fresh seafood. Walk along the esplanade in the evening and enjoy the cool breeze from the beach before retiring to a seaside bar to relax with a beer or two.
If you enjoy trekking, walk the two miles along the coast to Teluk Cempedak, where you will find the very pretty Gelora Park. Take a walk in the park, relax on the beach and cool off with a refreshing swim before walking back to Kuantan’s center.
Visitors to Kuantan will never go hungry as there is a great range of food available. A tasty local specialty is sata, which is fish paste and grated coconut wrapped in coconut leaves and barbequed. Satay chicken and beef is also popular while traditional spicy Malay curries are available at any time.
Getting There & Away
The majority of people fly into Kuantan from Kuala Lumpur via Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, which is located approximately 15kms southwest of the city and the flight takes just 40 minutes.
Things to Do
Kuantan Attractions
- Teluk Chempedak
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Is kuantan’s main beach area and a great place for kayaking and boating.
- Balok
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Windsurfers travel from all over the country to ride the waves here.
- Taman Teruntum
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This beautiful beach town features a mini zoo and golf course.
- Pulau Ular
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This pretty island’s name translates as ‘snake island’ and derived from a local legend.
- Panching Caves
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Trek to these pretty caves located in a limestone mountain near the picturesque panching village.
- Bukit panorama
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Trek to the top of this mountain to see the sunrise and spectacular views of the surrounding area.
- Berkelah falls
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Located nine miles from kuantan, these pretty falls are a great place to swim and relax.