Pangkor Island, Perak's popular 'island in the sun' is an island in north-west Peninsular Malaysia and can be reached by ferry from Lumut, a small coastal town that is approximately 90 km. south-west of Ipoh. Pangkor Island is an idyllic and beautiful island resort for a carefree and relaxing holiday. Its natural scenery of green hills and palm-fringed beaches of fine white sand lapped by the warm blue waters of the Straits of Malacca is truly magnificent.
The main island of Pangkor is mainly populated by fisher folk who occupy the eastern coastline. The island is famous for its 'ikan bilis' (anchovies) and squids. The real attraction here however is the enchanting beaches, marvelous for swimming or just basking in the sun, in complete privacy admits tranquil surroundings. Along with its quaint fishing settlements, it also presents visitor the rare chance to live near fishermen and observe their lifestyle.
Pangkor Laut Island, a smaller island off the southwestern coast of Pangkor Island, is also a famous resort island.
Pangkor Beaches:-
Pasir Bogak
This narrow stretch of beach with white sand is one of the most popular spots for tourists from the mainland and gets crowded during holiday seasons and weekends. There are shallow, crystal clear waters and areas of still unspoilt coral reefs for snorkelling enthusiasts.
Teluk Ketapang
North of Pasir Bogak is Teluk Ketapang, or Turtle Bay, where the turtles make an annual pilgrimage to lay their eggs. The best months for turtle watching are between May and July.
Teluk Nipah
Teluk Nipah further north has a wider beach and is less crowded. It is a beautiful strip of beach, and at a place known as Coral Bay, the water is of beautiful emerald green.
Pantai Puteri Dewi
This beautiful beach paradise was named Pantai Puteri Dewi (Beach of Lovely Princess). Pangkor Island Beach Resort (formerly Pan Pacific Pangkor Island) has a prime location along this stretch of beach and offers elegant rooms and facilities, including a sports complex and a golf course. There are some wildlife to be found here, including monkeys, lizards and hornbills.
Emerald Bay
On the nearby island of Pulau Pangkor Kecil is the Pangkor Laut Resort, an international standard resort. The beach at Emerald Bay is touted as one of the best Malaysian beaches |