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About Pangkor island

Sandy beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Pangkor island. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!

General information

The coastline of Pangkor island is deeply indented, it looks like a constant struggle of sea and land for dominance, the latter yielding or pushing back the sea rival, forming innumerable bays, inlets and peninsulas of various shapes and sizes with numerous beaches. Many of them have such an important feature, like a natural shadow. This is far from uncommon here.

Regarding location, Pangkor island is dominated by beaches outside urban areas in a natural setting. They may not be convenient for all categories of travelers (you can use filtering by access type or audience), primarily due to possible access difficulties. But they always give you extra points due to the amazing natural views, so isn't that why most of us go to the beach?

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Pangkor island Best beaches

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Good for Relax

Teluk Nipah Beach

Pangkor Island 1.7 km

8.3
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
4.4 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Teluk Nipah Coral Beach

Pangkor Island 2 km

8.3
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
3.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Bogak Beach

Pangkor Island 1.7 km

7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Protected from wind
2.7 Amenities index

Coral Beach

Pangkor Island 2.6 km

7.8
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Crowded in season • Large low tide • Distant parking
0.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Teluk Belanga Beach

Pangkor Island 3.2 km

7.8
Hotel guests only • Hotel beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Large low tide
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Ketapang Beach

Pangkor Island 1.9 km

7.7
Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Protected from wind
1 Amenities index

Popular types of Pangkor island beaches

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 8 beaches in the island.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Pangkor island.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Pangkor island, they are as follows:

  • The island's beaches are mainly wide, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 5 such beaches.
  • An important clarification, 5 beaches in the island have a long intertidal zone, which means that during low tide hours you may have to travel a considerable distance. This is also something to consider if you don't want to suddenly be in the water at high tide.
  • Some beach bays can be densely occupied by motor boats or yachts, which usually negatively affects water pollution. There are about 3 beaches in Pangkor island, where a significant number of ships can be observed from time to time.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Pangkor island is less than 500 meters. 7 beaches are relatively easy to access, 1 beach are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance.

The vast majority of Pangkor island beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Some beaches in Pangkor island attract every year not only relaxation lovers but also those travelers who prefer outdoor activities and, first of all snorkeling lovers, kayakers.

So, let's see what activities you can do on the beaches:

  • Snorkeling. For admirers of the inner beauty of coastal waters, it is essential to know that about 3 beaches in Pangkor island are popular with snorkelers. According to our users, the best locations are: Teluk Nipah Beach, Teluk Nipah Coral Beach, Coral Beach.
  • Sea kayaking is an excellent alternative to long walks along the coast. Instead of being bored on the beach, you can go for a leisurely journey and discover the beauty of the neighboring coves, inlets and wild beaches. Remember, the main gems are always accessible only from the water. Kayaking is an excellent active lifestyle solution for both professionals and beginners. About 2 beaches in Pangkor island can be interesting for kayakers, the most popular are: Teluk Nipah Beach, Teluk Nipah Coral Beach.

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Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the island is March - air temperature during this time warms up to 31.4°C and water up to 31.4°C in May. The coldest month is November - air temperature drops to 29.6°C and water to 30.5°C. Air and water temperature allows you to relax comfortably in the island all year round, which is enjoyed by tourists and locals.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Pangkor island? In total there are 8 beaches and the most popular is Teluk Nipah Beach.

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