Surau beach

Surau is a beach in the southwest of Kapas Island, Malaysia. This is the best beach on the island. In addition, the main pier is also located here - hosting boats arrived from the mainland. There are many trees and palms, while sea water is azure with comfortable swimming and great snorkeling with fish and turtles. Koko Restaurant and JT Cafe are among the best on the island. Shore and seabed: sand, stones. [edit]

Coordinates: 5.216079, 103.262521

Hotels [edit]

Captain's Longhouse, Duta Puri, Pak Ya Seaview and Longsha Campsite are the major accommodation options on Surau Beach. Rooms' fares start from as low as US$20 per night. Conditions are basic in most cases, but value for money is good enough.

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 Marang town, and get by speedboat to Kapas 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 Kapas island is a dry season from March to August.

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