Are you heading to the Perhentian Islands? How wonderful, it’s such a beautiful part of the world. Now you’ve decided to go, you may want to consider booking a Pulau Perhentian package.
Often a 2-3 day Perhentian diving package or a Perhenitan snorkelling package will save you some money, as well as just make planning your holiday easier.
When it comes to a package for your Perhentian Island trip, there is a range of options to choose from. You can choose either a Perhentian Kecil package or a Besar package, depending on which island you want to stay on. You can also include things such as meals and diving or snorkelling trips.
There are options for budget resorts as well as luxury resorts – the choice is yours.
In this article, I’ll help you find the best package in the Perhentian Islands, Malaysia no matter what your budget or activities you like to do. Plus I’ll include all the practical information, so you’re in the best position possible to decide which is the ideal Perhentian package for you.
Note: These packages were all correct at the time of publishing. Please check when booking that the package hasn’t changed and is still as you expect.
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Current Top Deals
At the time of publishing, the current top Perhentian Island packages are:
Comparison of the Best Pulau Perhentian Package Options
| Resort Name | Package Type | No. of Nights | Price Guide | Book |
| Bubu Resort | Snorkel | 3D2N | $$$ | Click here |
| Alunan Resort | Everything! | 1+ | $$$$ | Click here |
| Perhentian Island Resort | Snorkel | 3D2N | $$ | Click here |
| Perhentian Island Resort | Full Board | 3D2N | $$ | Click here |
| Tuna Bay Island Resort | Snorkel | 3D2N | $$$ | Click here |
| Tuna Bay Island Resort | Dive | 3D2N | $$$$ | Click here |
| Tuna Bay Island Resort | Open Water Dive Package | 4N5D | $$$$ | Click here |
| Flora Bay | Honeymoon | 3D2N | $ | Click here |
| The Barat | Retreat Package | 3D2N – 4D3N | $ | Click here |
| The Barat | Diving | 3D2N – 4D3N | $$ | Click here |
What to Expect in a Pulau Perhentian Resort Package
Package deals for the Perhentian Islands usually cover accommodation, breakfasts and dinners, some lunches, and an excursion or two.
Many of the packages are for two-night trips, but you’ll be able to book a Perhentian Island package 4D3N as well. In some cases, packages are available for even longer stays.
There are plenty of great things to do on the Perhentian Islands including snorkelling, jungle trekking, and scuba diving. However, be aware that during the wet season, tourist activity on the island shuts down.
Schedule your trip between late March and early October for the best experience. Read more about the best time to visit here.
If you still aren’t sure where you want to stay in the Perhentian Islands and want to read more about the different islands and beach areas, read our full guide to where to stay here.
Top Packages for a Pulau Perhentian Trip
Bubu Resort Perhentian Island Package
Bubu Resort is on the popular Long Beach of Kecil Island. It’s separated into two areas, the resort and the villas.
The resort offers 38 ocean-view rooms, and 18 villas, many of which have a private beachfront terrace or lovely garden views. Rooms offer air-conditioning and a wide variety of bedding configurations.
The resort grounds have a spa and recreation centre. There are also three restaurants to choose from. You’ll also receive free Wi-Fi in selected areas.
2N3D Retreat in Full Board Snorkelling Package
This Bubu Villa Perhentian package is perfect for anyone looking to do a little snorkelling or hiking during a two-night stay. The package includes:
- Accommodation for two nights
- All meals – Two breakfasts, two 2-course lunches and two 3-course dinners
- Welcome drink and an evening cocktail at cocktail hour between 5 and 6 p.m
- Snorkelling excursion (equipment not included)
- Two-way boat transfer from Kuala Besut Jetty
Check here for more information and to check current pricing.
Alunan Perhentian Resort Package
The Alunan Resort is located on the southern part of Perhentian Kecil on a less visited and more relaxed beach. Set between the water and the jungle, it’s in a gorgeous location.
Rooms are a high standard with double, twin, quad or family rooms on offer. They all have great sundecks with gorgeous views, air conditioning, bathrobes, TVs and tea and coffee making facilities.
This resort is home to a restaurant and a bar as well as a day spa and library.
Alunan Unlimited
Alunan Resort is a bit different to others as instead of set package deals for a certain number of nights, no matter how many nights you are staying at Alunan, you can pay an extra change for each night to add Alunan Limited.
I think it’s the best Perhentian package offer.
If you do this, you get the following for all your stay:
- Unlimited dining – including snacks, drinks and selected alcholic drinks
- Unlimited excursions – snorkelling tour, kayaking, snorkelling equipment hire and more
- Be part of the Alunan Coral Project – you can even adopt a baby coral and plant it in their coral nursery
- Two-way boat transfer from Kuala Besut Jetty
- Daily boat transfer to the village on Perhentian Kecil
- RM50 spa voucher
- 4 items laundered a day
Check here for more information and to check current pricing.
Perhentian Island Resort Package
The Perhentian Island Resort is a stunning large 3-star property located on Perhentian Besar (the Big Island). Facilities here include an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant, bar, cafe, day spa, tennis court and a range of water sports on offer.
On-site there are 106 modernly decorated rooms all which are air-conditioned and open out to balconies – some with ocean views. Rooms sleep up to 3 people with the option of a roll away bed at an additional charge.
The resort is looking tired and the cheaper room types need a renovation badly, so they aren’t recommended.
However, the resort could not be in a more stunning location.
Read our full review on the Perhentian Island Resort here.
Perhentian Island Snorkeling Package
For those interested in snorkelling there is an all-inclusive 3D2N Perhentian package which includes the following:
- Welcome Drink
- 2 Nights Accommodation
- 2 Breakfast
- 2 Lunches
- 2 Dinners
- 2 Snorkelling trips inclusive of snorkelling gear
- Return Boat Transfer from Kuala Besut Jetty
Check here for more information and to check current pricing.
Perhentian Island Discovery Package
This is similar to the one above, but is for people who don’t wish to snorkel. It includes:
- Welcome drink
- 2 Nights Accommodation
- 2 Breakfast
- 2 Lunches
- 2 Dinners
- Return Boat Transfer from Kuala Besut Jetty
Check here for more information and to check current pricing.
Tuna Bay Perhentian Package
This is a 2-star resort on the southwestern side of Perhentian Besar features 55 tranquil chalets. Some chalets face the beach, and others are nestled into gardens. Each has its own covered terrace.
There is also a family chalet that features two rooms with a connecting door. You can choose a king, queen, single, or twin bed configuration.
The resort grounds have a restaurant and nightclub. Island hopping, snorkelling, and fishing excursions are offered as well as equipment rental for fishing and snorkelling.
Rooms are on the basic side, but this resort is very good value.
2N3D Snorkel Package
This is another great 2N3D snorkelling package, including:
- Accommodation for two nights
- Welcome drinks
- Two breakfasts, two lunches, two afternoon teas and two dinners (1 x asian dinner and 1 x BBQ)
- Two-way boat transfer from Kuala Besut
- Two snorkelling excursions with gear
There is also a three night option.
Check here for more information and to check current pricing.
2N3D Dive Package
There are two types of 3D2N dive packages offered by Tuna Bay: Fun and Discovery. For the fun package, you must be a certified diver. The discovery package, on the other hand, is for beginners and includes training and one dive. You also get a snorkelling excursion.
Both packages include:
- Accommodation for two nights
- Welcome drinks
- Two breakfasts, two lunches, two afternoon teas and two dinners (1 x asian dinner and 1 x BBQ)
- Two-way boat transfer from Kuala Besut
- Four dive trips for certified divers. One dive trip and one snorkelling trip for fun package.
Check here for more information and to check current pricing.
4N5D Open Water Dive Package
This 4N5D dive package is designed to help you learn everything you need to become a certified diver. This package features:
- Accommodation for four nights
- Welcome drinks
- Four breakfasts
- Two-way boat transfer from Kuala Besut
- Open Water Dive Course with PADI certification, a diving manual, and gear
Check here for more information and to check current pricing.
Flora Bay Perhentian Package
This casual beachfront hotel is on the south side of Pulau Besar. Guest rooms provide air conditioning, a refrigerator, a safe, Wi-Fi, and a separate seating area. Some rooms offer ocean views, while others are surrounded by lush greenery.
There’s a restaurant and gift shop on the property and popular snorkelling spot, Teluk Keke, is only a few minutes away.
The rooms are old and cleanliness standards aren’t what they should be. The beach is not the best here either.
2N3D Honeymoon Package
This is a budget 2N3D honeymoon package to consider. It features:
- Accommodation for two nights
- Flowers and fruit basket
- Three meals a day including candlelight dinner
- Snorkelling trip
- Trip to the wind turbines and solar hybrid
- Two-way boat transfer from Kuala Besut
Check here for more information and to check current pricing.
The Barat Perhentian Package
The Barat is a 3-star resort offering beachfront chalets on the western side of Pulau Besar. There are 54 rooms and three suites available. There are both garden and beach chalets in different sizes, including a superior family chalet.
Rooms feature televisions, air conditioning, fans, minibars, and Wi-Fi. Complimentary bottled water is available as well.
On the property, you’ll find a dive centre, a rejuvenating health therapy centre, and a nice restaurant with ocean views.
The beach isn’t the best, but it’s easy to get to better beaches. Some rooms need a facelift.
Retreat Package
This great all-inclusive package is available for a two or three-night trip. The 3D2N package features:
- Accommodation for two nights
- Two breakfasts, one lunch and two dinners
- Two snorkelling excursions
Check here for more information and to check current pricing.
Diving Package
If you’re after a diving package, at the Barat, you can choose between a two-night diving package, a three-night diving package, and a three-night diving package that includes training.
The first two package types require you have diving certification. With the two-night package, you’ll get:
- Accommodation for two nights
- Two breakfasts, one lunch and two dinners
- Three dive excursions
Check here for more information and to check current pricing.
Find more accommodation options for the Perhentian Islands here. There are also full descriptions on each of the areas where you can stay in this article.
I hope you found this guide to the top Perhentian Island tour package options useful. Read our list of the top things to do in the Perhentian Islands during your visit here or read our guide on the best Tioman Island packages here.
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