
Cherating is well known as the most popular destination in Malaysia among tourists. It is popular because of its beautiful scenery when sunset and sunrise, nice white sandy shore and gulf shore with 3 kilometres long. Tourists can also experience the tradisional fisherman village environment in Cherating. But instead of all that have been mentioned earlier, the top reason why Cherating is always been the most chosen place to be visited is because of its 'surfer heaven' status.
A lot of surfers from around the world have tried surfing in Cherating. For them, Cherating is unique compared to the other places that they have been for surfing. The perfect time for surfing at Cherating is between November till January every year. Surfing makes Cherating become alive throughout the year.
Among photographers and artists, the most favorite time for them when they are in Cherating is when sunrise. The beautiful scenery makes them inspired to put it into pictures and paints.
A lot of things can be done in here such as see how they create wau and batik,watch baby turtle hatch at night with the help of villagers, see how they make 'keropok Lekor' a favourite food among Malaysians, catch fish and a few more activities. Most of the time, tourists will spend about 3 days 2 nights and stay at 3 stars hotel or even 5 stars hotel. They also can try the homestay programme. But some of them also prefer more to camping and stay at chalet.
For those who are interested, you can call Tourism Malaysia Pahang ( 09-5177111/113) for more details.