Sanctuary Resort - Local Tours

See Giant Turtles: Chendor Beach Cherating is among the favorite spots to watch the giant leatherback turtles nesting and laying their eggs on the shore at certain times of the year, normally during early May to October.

BESERAH: Situated ten kilometre from Kuantan, Beserah is a fishing village and is well-known for salted fish. A unique practise of the Beserah fisherman is to employ water buffaloes (which are not normally seen on the beach for they are always used to plough paddy fields or to pull heavy carts), to transport fish from the boats to the processing area.
It also boasts a batik factory, many cottage handicraft workshops producing items made mostly of sea shells and plant materials such as dried nuts and leaves.

Beserah is also situated south of Balok. It is a rustic fishing village and a good place if you want to just laze around and watch the comings and goings of the local fishermen who occasionally pass by, busy with their own business. It is quite interesting to watch a fisherman using a triangular net to catch fish, patiently trawling the shoreline. If you're lucky, you can see water buffaloes used to haul the fishermen's catch from the boat to land.
Batik printing cottages can be found at Kampung Beserah and Tanah Putih. Apart from watching the printing or painting process, you could try your hand at designing your very on batik. Beserah has several batik factories and cottage industries which produce handicraft from sea shells and pandanus leaves.

See The Sleeping Budda "The Charah caves have always been the site of a revered Buddhist sanctuary. The caves continue to serve as solitary meditation retreats for Buddhist monks and nuns."

The Charah caves have always been the site of a revered Buddhist sanctuary. The caves continue to serve as solitary meditation retreats for Buddhist monks and nuns. Visitors may explore some of the caves and gorges, including one that houses an impressive stone sculpture of the reclining Buddha. If you are into rock climbing or bouldering, the Charah Caves is an ideal climbing spot, which takes approximately 15 minutes to scale to the top. For the more intrepid adventurer , there are a myriad of other caves to explore.

Sungai Pandan Waterfalls: About 25 km from Kuantan is the Sungai Pandan Waterfalls. Spanning 11 hectares, it is easily accessible by main road and a 10-km stretch of paved road. The waterfalls is about 100 metres high and consist of a series of cascading rapids, culminating in a large sparkling pool, excellent for revitalizing the senses after a dip. Enjoy the serenity of nature under the shade of tropical foliage.

There are lots activities that you can do at this waterfalls. Due to its cool and shady surroundings, you can enjoy having a picnic here with your family, lulled by the musical sound of birds chirping incessantly above you. You are also able to find a secluded spot where you can try your hands at fishing. If you wish to be one with the green around you, you can trek your way through the relatively easy treks in the jungle.
Whatever your choice of activities at the waterfalls, you are guaranteed of a good time with your family and friends.

A visit to the Sungai Lembing Museum calls to Sungai Lembing's glory days as Pahang’s richest manufacturer of tin, before the drop in the price of that commodity in 1984. The museum is located in the former residence of a mine officer - the building still retains its British architectural features.

The tin mine in Sungai Lembing was the deepest and longest underground mine in the world, and was once commercialized on a big scale, contributing much to the nation’s economy. The Sungai Lembing Tin Museum displays various mining paraphernalia used in underground mining, including a drilling machine, railway tracks and mining gear.

Royal Pekan. 48km drive south towards the Royal Town. See the resplendent setting of the Palace of The Sultan of Pahang, polo field, an old locomotive, the Royal Stables, Museum, Mosque and a silk-weaving centre

Kuantan City Tour
Mingle with the folks at the fishermens' jetty. Visit the blue pastel coloured mosque and a Hindu temple. Watch how the experts turn a piece of white cloth into a piece of lovely art by deftly interspersing dye and wax in the skillful process of batik-making.

Lake Chini Tour: A 1 ½ hour's drive from Kuantan. Board the motorized sampan at Kg Belimbing to cross Sungai Pahang and Sungai Chini. The boat cuts across the lake to an Orang Asli settlement for a blowpipe demonstration. Explore the area.

Handicrafts
If you are into handicrafts, Kampung Pandan along the alternative road from Kuantan to Kemaman, Terengganu is a must stop. You will find an assortment of souvenirs made from woven pandan (pandanus) leaves. Else, you may want to consider visiting Kampung Sungai Karang where you can find other items like kites and handicrafts made from seashells. Pahang silk is produced at the Pahang Silk Weaving Centre at Sungai Soi in Kuantan and Pulau Keladi in Pekan. At these centres, you will also get a chance to watch the actual silk weaving process



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Local Tours Facilities & Services Family Days Accomodation Conference Functions Seminars The Location Enquire Online Home	Local Tours Kuantan/Cherating In the Kuantan and the surrounding area is full of culture, the Kuantan coast offers an easy glimpse into everyday Malay life. We have an abundant with exotic flora and fauna - wild orchids and exotic birds, multicoloured butterflies and even families of monkeys have made their home nearby. Any trip to the area requires at least a quick tour of the town of Kuantan, even if the beach is your main goal. The town is remarkably friendly and easily to explore on foot. Mosques give the town's architecture an exotic feel. The colonial-styled Courthouse and Handicraft Center adds contrast, and a reminder of British rule. Old Kuantan is still alive, and a walk down Jalan Besar (literally "Big Street") will take you back in time a little. The town's Hindu and Buddhist temples are located in this area. Teluk Chempedak is about 3 miles from the town of Kuantan. It is among the more developed beaches in the region, with several world class hotels. And whatever beach fun you happen to be looking for -- sailing, surfing, skiing or just sunbathing -- Teluk Chempedak has it. Without straying too far afield you can also visit the more isolated Pelindung Beach in nearby Teluk Chempedak Forest Reserve. And if you are up to a little hike, there are waterfalls and a mini-zoo in the area. WIND SURFING About 9 miles north of Kuantan is Balok Beach -- a paradise for wind-surfing fanatics. Tropical breezes and long stretches white sand blend with the crystal blue South China Sea to make relaxation impossible to resist. Further north, 28 miles from Kuantan is Cherating where the beaches are wider and seem to extend up and down the coast forever. The bustle of city life fades. A variety of tourist services in the Cherating area, is also nice, inexpensive . Beserah Beach is a local fishing village where you can watch the fishermen use water buffaloes to haul their catch from the shore to a processing area. The community is about 6 miles from Kuantan and includes a batik fabric factory and several handicraft shops. Snorkeling and scuba diving are excellent around the the Island on 900 Meters out from Sanctuary Resort. About 6 miles past Cherating, Chendor Beach is best known for its turtles. From early July to September, the green turtles (and occasionally a giant leatherback) come ashore to lay eggs. Pahang State boast a number of pristine beaches there on the South China Sea of which Sanctuary Resort Malaysia is situated beside one of the best of these. WHITE WATER RAFTING Heart pounding, gut-wrenching, totally exhilarating! How else would you describe a ride on nature's roller-coaster? For some, a run down churning, thundering rivers is the ultimate adventure. For these thrill seekers, Malaysia has rivers that would put any amusement park ride to shame. Pahang also has a few of its own. No less scintillating and certainly no less indignant. If you manage to tear your eyes away from the chaos around you, one may just catch some of the magnificent foliage that line these majestic waterways, replete with bemused jungle folk gazing down at your thrill seeking and often thought of as insane excursion. Guides are always on hand to assist. The journey down the rapids can be on an inflatable dinghy, bamboo raft, or the traditional sampan (dugout canoe). The best river wilds can be found in Sungai Padas, Sungai Papar, Sungai Tamparuli, Sungai Kiulu in Sabah, Sungai Skrang in Sarawak, Sungai Tembeling and Jeram Besu in Pahang, and Sungkai river in the State of Perak. Tasik Chini, a remote natural lake which is home to a large settlement of Orang Asli aborigines, and Gua Cheras, a remarkable Thai-Buddhist cave temple with a 9-metre reclining Buddha. For those who like jungle trekking, you can trek through Teluk Chempedak Forest Reserve to the idyllic Pelindung Beach. More trekking is available on the route from the beach to the mini zoo nearby at Taman Teruntum, which offers some real jungle environment. Before you do anything; Check with our tour desk as we can provide and range of excursions Excursions * We recommend Island of Ular by boat (1/2 day) Typical Malaysian Villages (1/2 day) Evening market Lake Chini by bus Useing Sanctuary Resort as your base you can see many other Sights & Activities. Visit Cherating: tour of Cherating. The main attractions are the sight of trained monkey plucking coconuts, mengkuang leaves being weaved into bags, mats, and other local handicrafts. See Giant Turtles: Chendor Beach Cherating is among the favorite spots to watch the giant leatherback turtles nesting and laying their eggs on the shore at certain times of the year, normally during early May to October. BESERAH: Situated ten kilometre from Kuantan, Beserah is a fishing village and is well-known for salted fish. A unique practise of the Beserah fisherman is to employ water buffaloes (which are not normally seen on the beach for they are always used to plough paddy fields or to pull heavy carts), to transport fish from the boats to the processing area. It also boasts a batik factory, many cottage handicraft workshops producing items made mostly of sea shells and plant materials such as dried nuts and leaves. Beserah is also situated south of Balok. It is a rustic fishing village and a good place if you want to just laze around and watch the comings and goings of the local fishermen who occasionally pass by, busy with their own business. It is quite interesting to watch a fisherman using a triangular net to catch fish, patiently trawling the shoreline. If you're lucky, you can see water buffaloes used to haul the fishermen's catch from the boat to land. Batik printing cottages can be found at Kampung Beserah and Tanah Putih. Apart from watching the printing or painting process, you could try your hand at designing your very on batik. Beserah has several batik factories and cottage industries which produce handicraft from sea shells and pandanus leaves. See The Sleeping Budda "The Charah caves have always been the site of a revered Buddhist sanctuary. The caves continue to serve as solitary meditation retreats for Buddhist monks and nuns." The limestone formation of the Charah Caves is located about 25 km northwest of Kuantan. The Charah caves have always been the site of a revered Buddhist sanctuary. The caves continue to serve as solitary meditation retreats for Buddhist monks and nuns. Visitors may explore some of the caves and gorges, including one that houses an impressive stone sculpture of the reclining Buddha. If you are into rock climbing or bouldering, the Charah Caves is an ideal climbing spot, which takes approximately 15 minutes to scale to the top. For the more intrepid adventurer , there are a myriad of other caves to explore. Sungai Pandan Waterfalls: About 25 km from Kuantan is the Sungai Pandan Waterfalls. Spanning 11 hectares, it is easily accessible by main road and a 10-km stretch of paved road. The waterfalls is about 100 metres high and consist of a series of cascading rapids, culminating in a large sparkling pool, excellent for revitalizing the senses after a dip. Enjoy the serenity of nature under the shade of tropical foliage. There are lots activities that you can do at this waterfalls. Due to its cool and shady surroundings, you can enjoy having a picnic here with your family, lulled by the musical sound of birds chirping incessantly above you. You are also able to find a secluded spot where you can try your hands at fishing. If you wish to be one with the green around you, you can trek your way through the relatively easy treks in the jungle. Whatever your choice of activities at the waterfalls, you are guaranteed of a good time with your family and friends. A visit to the Sungai Lembing Museum calls to Sungai Lembing's glory days as Pahang’s richest manufacturer of tin, before the drop in the price of that commodity in 1984. The museum is located in the former residence of a mine officer - the building still retains its British architectural features. The tin mine in Sungai Lembing was the deepest and longest underground mine in the world, and was once commercialized on a big scale, contributing much to the nation’s economy. The Sungai Lembing Tin Museum displays various mining paraphernalia used in underground mining, including a drilling machine, railway tracks and mining gear. Royal Pekan. 48km drive south towards the Royal Town. See the resplendent setting of the Palace of The Sultan of Pahang, polo field, an old locomotive, the Royal Stables, Museum, Mosque and a silk-weaving centre Kuantan City Tour Mingle with the folks at the fishermens' jetty. Visit the blue pastel coloured mosque and a Hindu temple. Watch how the experts turn a piece of white cloth into a piece of lovely art by deftly interspersing dye and wax in the skillful process of batik-making. Lake Chini Tour: A 1 ½ hour's drive from Kuantan. Board the motorized sampan at Kg Belimbing to cross Sungai Pahang and Sungai Chini. The boat cuts across the lake to an Orang Asli settlement for a blowpipe demonstration. Explore the area. Handicrafts If you are into handicrafts, Kampung Pandan along the alternative road from Kuantan to Kemaman, Terengganu is a must stop. You will find an assortment of souvenirs made from woven pandan (pandanus) leaves. Else, you may want to consider visiting Kampung Sungai Karang where you can find other items like kites and handicrafts made from seashells. Pahang silk is produced at the Pahang Silk Weaving Centre at Sungai Soi in Kuantan and Pulau Keladi in Pekan. At these centres, you will also get a chance to watch the actual silk weaving process Details at the Tour desk.
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