Kuala Besut Jetty to Perhentian Island Ferry

Whether you are a local commuter, a business traveller, or a tourist planning a quick getaway or a longer vacation to explore the scenic beauty of Malaysia. Travelling from Kuala Besut Jetty to Perhentian Island has never been easier. The ferries operating in the route offer the perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and affordability. You can book this ferry ticket at cheaper than counter rates only on redBus.

Perhentian Island is beautiful, and it is known for its magnificent sunsets all over the world. You can book a Kuala Besut to Perhentian Island ferry during the evening to enjoy the spectacular scenery.

Kuala Besut is a small town in Malaysia that is part of the country's eastern coastline. You can take a speedboat or a ferry from any of the coastal towns of Malaysia to Kuala Besut. Once you reach Kuala Besut, you can take a ferry to Perhentian to explore the beautiful islands. The town is also known for its peaceful beaches. Therefore, if you are looking for an exciting weekend getaway, Kuala Besut is a good option.

Perhentian Islands are pretty famous as they are coral-fringed and beautiful. These islands are a part of northeastern Malaysia. You can easily take a Kuala Besut to Perhentian island ferry to reach these islands and explore the place. The islands have some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The best time to visit these islands is between February and October. You can book a water taxi to explore the regions around the island. Two essential islands make up Perhentian Island: Perhentian Kecil and Perhentian Besar. Buy ferry tickets online to Perhentian islands using the redBus app and enjoy the journey.

Things to do on Perhentian Island

Once you reach the islands via Kuala Besut to the Perhentian island ferry, you must explore the islands. There is a plethora of things that you can try out on the Perhentian Islands. Some of these things include:

• Take a stroll at the best beaches and unwind while lying on the warm sand.
• Go for a hike to the beautiful gills covered with the rolling jungle
• Visit the Coral Bay beach on the island and enjoy the spectacular view during the sunset
• Enjoy the fauna of the place while watching the harmless monitor, lizards, monkeys, etc.
• Try Scuba Diving when you are on the islands.
• You should also try out snorkeling if you haven’t tried it out before

You must try to book slots for these activities in advance, so you don't experience any hassles during the busy season.

Ferry Services between Kuala Besut and Perhentian Island

The Kuala Besut to Perhentian island ferry schedule is quite dynamic. Hence, you can use the redBus app to keep a tab on the ferry schedule. Most ferries ply between 8 am to 5 pm. Also, a ferry to Perhentian takes around 45 minutes to reach its destination. Most operators that have an operational ferry to Perhentian islands charge around RM 30 to RM 60 based on your package.

You can keep checking the redBus app to track schedule changes for a ferry from Kuala Besut to Perhentian. You can also check the list of amenities before booking the ferry.

Boarding and Drop-off Points

There are multiple ferry drop-off and boarding points in Perhentian Islands. However, the two most common drop-off points for any ferry to Perhentian Islands are the Coral Bay Jetty and the Snorkelling Discovery Point.

The boarding point within Kuala Besut is called the Kuala Besut Jetty . You can select your preferred boarding and drop-off points on the redBus app before you make payments for your ferry tickets.

Popular Ferry Operators for Kuala Besut to Perhentian Island

Several ferry operators have ferries running from Kuala Besut to Perhentian Islands. You can check a complete list of Kuala Besut to Perhentian island ferry operators on the redBus app, along with their prices and all kinds of inclusions. Some of the most popular Kuala Besut to Perhentian island ferry operators are:

• Perhentian Trans 
• Said Bonaza 
• Kaki Perhentian 

All these operators take almost 45 minutes to reach Perhentian Islands. You can book ferry tickets online to any of them on the redBus app.

Book Ferry Tickets for Source to Destination on redBus

When purchasing ferry tickets from Kuala Besut to Perhentian Island, you must use redBus. Using the redBus app is very convenient. You can reserve your tickets in advance and steer clear of last-minute problems. You can also check the price and ferry operators' schedules on a single platform. As a result, the app enables quick comparisons that you may use to make your final reservation. Additionally, redBus has several promotions that you can utilize to lower the cost of ferry tickets. For a simple ferry booking process, use redBus.

Tourists visiting Marine Parks Malaysia have to pay a nominal conservation charge as required by the Fees Act 1951, Fees (Marine Parks Malaysia) Order 2017. The revenue collected from the charge goes to the Marine Parks and Marine Reserves Trust Fund to manage and maintain the parks, and to provide facilities and comfort to visitors.

People with disabilities are exempted from the charge, and residents living on islands surrounded by Marine Parks are also exempted.

Marine Park Fee for MYKAD Holders -

Adults - RM 5

Children (aged between 6 to 12 years old) and Senior citizens (aged 60 years old and above ) - RM 2

Disabled - Free

Marine Park Fee for Non-MYKAD Holders -

Adults - RM 30

Children (aged between 6 to 12 years old) and Senior citizens (aged 60 years old and above ) - RM 15

Disabled - Free

Additionally, there are different fee rates for activities like camping, research, commercial filming/documentary, scuba diving, and cruising. Please check the Official Department of Fisheries Portal Malaysia for more information.

Tourists visiting Marine Parks Malaysia have to pay a nominal conservation charge as required by the Fees Act 1951, Fees (Marine Parks Malaysia) Order 2017. The revenue collected from the charge goes to the Marine Parks and Marine Reserves Trust Fund to manage and maintain the parks, and to provide facilities and comfort to visitors.

People with disabilities are exempted from the charge, and residents living on islands surrounded by Marine Parks are also exempted.

Marine Park Fee for MYKAD Holders -

Adults - RM 5

Children (aged between 6 to 12 years old) and Senior citizens (aged 60 years old and above ) - RM 2

Disabled - Free

Marine Park Fee for Non-MYKAD Holders -

Adults - RM 30

Children (aged between 6 to 12 years old) and Senior citizens (aged 60 years old and above ) - RM 15

Disabled - Free

Additionally, there are different fee rates for activities like camping, research, commercial filming/documentary, scuba diving, and cruising. Please check the Official Department of Fisheries Portal Malaysia for more information.

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