Pulau Kapas, Terengganu: The Most Underrated Island in Malaysia!

Kapas Island is a laid back tropical hideaway just a few miles from the mainland of Terengganu.

The speedboat ferry service from the fishing village of Marang takes about 15 minutes to cover the 6km distance to the island.

Kapas is the Malay word for cotton and refers to the pure white sandy beaches found here.

All the beaches and accommodation are on the western side of the island facing the mainland. It is possible to take a short jungle trek over the low hill on the island to the eastern coast for a view of the sunrise.

The turquoise seas hereabouts contain plenty of rocks, some patches of coral and a couple of shipwrecks.

Snorkelling and diving are popular pursuits apart from during the monsoon season which runs from November to March.

Other activities are hiking, swimming, windsurfing, kayaking, boating and fishing. Night fishing for squid (squid jigging) takes place during the months of April to September.