When you think of Cherating, you'd think of sandy beaches.
When you think of beaches, you'd think of sea activities.
Well, you're not that far from wrong with that one.
I had the pleasure to do some of them during my stay at the Legend Resort Cherating and hopes this post will benefit some people at least. Here goes my top 10 things to do in Cherating. (Not in any particular order) =)
1. Visit the Turtle Sanctuary (10 minutes drive from the Legend)
Price: RM40.00/adult (min 3 people)
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Let's see how the experts do it. |
We were briefed on the various species of turtles found on the shores of Malaysia. They also shared which species were rare and which were extinct. (Sorry, I'm not that much of a note taker). This sanctuary also stores turtle eggs which they help to protect until they hatch. Some live turtles are also kept here in case you want to see the real deal.
I suggest you also join the turtle watching activity done during the nights at activity number two.
2. Turtle Watching (from April to August - the season of turtles mating)
Price: RM55.00/adult (min. 3 persons)
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Hell no! You won't see a free show of turtles mating! |
This experience was emotional to me. I mean, I felt miserable seeing how earnest the turtle was in laying her precious eggs whilst being spied on by many spectators. How do you feel if you were in her place? Do you like strangers peeking under your skirts? LOL. I felt sorry for the mother turtle.
This activity includes you watching turtles lay their eggs and freeing baby turtles to the sea. My baby turtle was named Leonardo, a girl.
If you're interested to join this activity, do make sure you keep your lights switched off. It disorients the turtles when they struggle to get back to sea.
3. Mangrove River Cruise (Cherating River)
Price: RM50.00/adult (min. 3 people)
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An educational river cruise. |
A guide who steers the noiseless motorboat will explain all there is about mangroves. If you're lucky (like me), you'll spot some animals on the way such as squirrels, a few species of snakes and a family of jumping monkeys.
4. Firefly Ibok River, Kemamam
Price: RM50.00/adult (min. 3 people)
-----Sorry no picture as it was so dark there! -----
My advise: Go when there are no moon rays lighting up the sky. And leave your cameras at home. Its dead weight. Hint: Pitch dark.
5. ATV Jungle Adventure
Price: RM50.00/adult (min 4 people), only at Legend Resort.
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Love it to death! Need I say more? |
6.
The Hunt for Authentic Keropok Lekor
Price depends on your luck. Cherating is so close to Kemamam, Terengganu that the keropok lekor is authentic as it gets. =p
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I just happen to buy my stock from Kamal (Pak Die) Keropok Lekor. |
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Trip to Snake Island
Price: RM35.00/adult
I believe this is the only island found at Cherating. Do expect to get really, REALLy wet when you join this experience and wear slippers!
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You'll also be jungle trekking in your WETNESS! He he he. |
There's another small rockery island with a single tree on it. You'll find an eagle flying in and out once in a while. FYI, that eagle is the sole inhabitant of that island.
8. Snorkeling
Price: RM260.00 per boat (min. 6 people)
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Spotted some people snorkeling during my Island Trip. |
I don't highly recommend this because of possible jellyfish in close proximity. But yeah, feel free to try it.
9. Visit Fisherman Village & Kemaman Town
Price: RM35.00/adult for three hours
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Witness yourself the proud catches of fishermen in the village. |
Other activities to note in the village are buying fresh seafood, go fishing, built your own fibre boat and other fishery related activities. They could also arrange for you to cook your catches with your friends or families.
10. Swimming
FREE of charge in the right hotel/resort of course. If you despise or got tired of swimming in saltwater, you could always swim in the swimming pool. Hik hik hik.
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The Legend Resort Cherating has one of the best pools in town. Mind you! |
So there goes my list of 10 ten things to do in Cherating which I have personally enjoyed or at least saw other people enjoyed. =)
Lastly before I end this post, do enjoy your stay at Cherating!
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