The Perhentian Islands (Terengganu, Malaysia) are a snorkeling paradise. Crystal-clear waters surround Pulau Perhentian Kecil and Besar, exposing vibrant coral reefs teeming with tropical fish and megafauna . These “Maldives of Malaysia” offer easy shore-entry snorkeling as well as boat tours to rich reefs. This 2026 guide covers Mat & Man’s private snorkeling tours (with contact info), top snorkel locations on both islands, the best seasons/times to go, and the marine life you’ll likely encounter.
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Mat & Man Private Snorkeling Tours
Mat and Man are local brothers born and raised on Perhentian Kecil, with over 25 years of guiding experience perhentianprivatesnorkeling.com. Both are certified SSI freediving and PADI snorkeling/scuba instructors perhentianprivatesnorkeling.com, so safety and relaxed, family-friendly trips are a priority. They offer custom private boat charters around both Perhentian Kecil and Besar perhentianprivatesnorkeling.com, allowing you to set your own pace (early starts, longer stays, etc.). Key services include:
Private snorkeling tours and boat charters around Perhentian Besar & Kecil perhentianprivatesnorkeling.com.
Boat-taxi transfers between popular beaches (Coral Bay, Long Beach, Kampung Nelayan, etc.) perhentianprivatesnorkeling.com.
Island snorkeling trips to nearby Rawa Island or Redang Island (private or shared) perhentianprivatesnorkeling.com
Underwater photography/video add-on (Mat can shoot photos or video during your snorkel) perhentianprivatesnorkeling.com.
To book, contact Mat via WhatsApp at +60-19-917 9257. Advance booking is recommended (especially in peak season)perhentianprivatesnorkeling.com. All tours include snorkel gear and life jackets.
Contact Mat (Book Early Morning Private Snorkeling)
Private Snorkeling Perhentian by Mat & Man
📱 WhatsApp (Mat): +60 19-917 9257
👉 Book / WhatsApp: https://bit.ly/MatPerhentianPrivateSnorkeling
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/privatesnorkelingperhentian
🌐 Website: http://www.perhentianprivatesnorkeling.com
✅ Advance booking is recommended, especially during peak season and weekends.
Top Snorkeling Spots (Kecil & Besar)
Both islands offer excellent snorkel sites just offshore. For example, Teluk Keke on Perhentian Besar is a shallow coral-fringed bay where you can spot clownfish, triggerfish, parrotfish and even turtles or rays . Nearby Turtle Beach (Pantai Tiga Ruan) on Besar is famous for frequent green sea turtle sightings On the smaller island, easy-entry spots around Coral Bay and Long Beach have reefs rich in colorful fish and waving anemones. Adam & Eve Beach (northwest Kecil) is another good site known for fish life. Mat’s boat tours also often visit uninhabited islets like Serenggeh, Susu Dara or Rawa – sites where travelers have seen parrotfish, clownfish, stingrays, giant Napoleon wrasse, and more
Best Times to Snorkel Perhentian
Perhentian’s dry season (March–October) is ideal for snorkeling. The monsoon rains hit from roughly November through January, shutting many services . In contrast, March through early November sees calm, clear seas . Peak tourist season is April–June and September (July–August are especially busy) . Many locals note that late-February, March, and October are “shoulder” months with quieter waters. For best visibility and weather, book between April and September, but even off-peak months (Feb, Mar, Oct) can be rewarding for snorkeling
Marine Life You’ll See
Below: Snorkeling off Perhentian reveals vibrant coral reefs and marine life. Typical sightings include sea turtles, colorful clownfish and parrotfish, eagle rays, and even reef sharks . The coral gardens are healthy, often swarming with tropical fish – it can feel like swimming in an aquarium . Boat trips routinely encounter big fish and megafauna: travelers report seeing parrotfish, clownfish, stingrays, and the giant “Napoleon” wrasse (humphead wrasse) . Divers (or deep snorkelers) also note occasional blacktip and white-tip reef sharks, barracudas and large humphead parrotfish in deeper spots . In short, Perhentian snorkeling offers a chance to drift amidst brightly colored coral and meet many of Malaysia’s iconic reef creatures.
Tips, Booking & Contact
What’s included: Tours provide masks, snorkels, fins and life jackets. Mat & Man’s boats are shaded and equipped for safety. You only need to bring swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen, and water.
Timing: Morning snorkels (9–11am) often have calmer water and fewer boats . Midday can get busy with tour boats. Mat’s private tours let you avoid crowds by starting early or scheduling by request.
Book early: Mat’s trips fill up in peak season. Send your date, guest count, and preferred island to WhatsApp +60-19-917 9257 well in advance to secure your spot.
Day planning: You can combine snorkeling with island hopping. For example, a half-day snorkeling trip might hit 2–3 sites (e.g. Besar’s Turtle Beach and an off-shore islet). Mat can arrange full-day or multi-day tours too.
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