Chagar Hutang beach

Chagar Hutang is a beach in the north of Redang island, Malaysia. It is also known as Turtle Beach. You can get here by boat from any hotel of the island. The official name is Chagar Hutang Turtle Sanctuary. It is managed by the University of Terengganu (UMT). UMT employees provide tours telling a lot of interesting facts about turtles. You can also swim with turtles and make a snorkeling. This is a great experience and definitely worth a visit. Shore and seabed: sand, stones. [edit]

Coordinates: 5.812582, 103.008666

See also: Redang island

Hotels [edit]

There are no hotels near Chagar Hutang Beach, while overnight camping is prohibited. However, you still may ask the national park staff about overnight stay options. Especially if you are interested in turtles night watching.

How to get there [edit]

Fly to Kuala Lumpur international airport (KUL). Next get by domestic flight to Kota Terengganu airport (TGG). Then get by taxi to the pier of Kampung Penarik town, and get by speedboat to Redang island.

Attention! You should always ask your hotel about transfer options, as well as to book boat in advance for exact time and exact pier.

When to go [edit]

The best time for a holiday in Redang island is a dry season from March to August.

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