Pulau Kapas, Malaysia
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Pulau Kapas, Malaysia

Pulau Kapas is a small island located only about 6km off Marang in the east coast state of Terengganu (about 1h north of Kuala Terengganu). It has quite and relaxed atmosphere because it is bypassed by the majority of the backpacker circuit looking for a more remote place like the Perhentian Islands. Pulau Kapas only get fairly busy on the weekends when locals come to island. There are a few good snorkeling spots around the island. All accommodations and beach are on the west coast facing the mainland. The west coast is the weather side has no sand beach, only rocks - it can be reached after a short walk through the jungle. Pulau Kapas shuts down during the monsoon season between November and February.

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Kapas Beach Chalets (KBC)
Chalets, Pulau Kapas
backpacker friendly chalets on Pulau Kapas ... more
Mak Cik Gemuk Beach Resort
Hostel, Pulau Kapas
Makcik Gemuk Beach Resort has 63 chalet with basic facilities. Next to KBC ... more
Kapas Turtle Valley Beach Resort
Resort, Pulau Kapas
dutch-run romantic boutique resort with 6 private bungalows and 2 family rooms. ... more
Kapas Island Resort
Resort, Pulau Kapas
biggest resort on Pulau Kapas ... more

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