Tanjung Jara

Tanjung Jara embraced by the blue-green waters of the South China Sea, this is one of the more striking beaches. Long, wide stretches of golden sands sloping gently into the greenish blue waters are prominent.

Apart from its breathtaking sunsets, its openness to the powerful waves from the South China Sea creates fascinating sand dunes. Steady winds and reasonably dramatic surf provide an exciting and diverse array of water activities, such as wind surfing, boating and sailing, while the wide, open waters permit kayaking, snorkeling, deep-sea fishing and diving.

Located here is the Tanjung Jara Beach Resort. Styled after a Malay palace, but with all the modern amenities one could wish for, the resort is the recipient of the prestigious Aga Khan award for the best hotel architecture. Seven-time Formula One world champion Michael Schumacher took a well-deserved break there after a disastrous season opener in Melbourne. Guests get a taste of the Malay way of life from the wooden chalets and herb garden to traditional spa treatments.

It even caters for "turtle watch" at night between May and September when the turtles visit the beach to lay eggs. The visitors can just tell the reception, that they want to be called, if they have spotted a turtle coming on the beach and they will phone them at night in their room. A little van will take them to the right place on the beach. From here one can even catch a boat to visit some of the fabulous islands off the coast, in particular Pulau Tenggol.


By Car:
If you are driving from Kuala Lumpur, head east towards Kuantan. Use the Karak Highway all the way to Kuantan. The journey should take about three to 3½ hours. Once you arrive in Kuantan, head north-east on highway 3 (coastal road) and you will get to Dungun.
From Kota Baharu, head South down highway 3 - coastal highway all the way to Chukai.

By Bus:
Buy a bus ticket at Hentian Putra Bus Station, Kuala Lumpur to Dungun, Terengganu.
Local bus: Take a bus from Dungun Bus Station to Tanjung Jara.

By Air:
There are flights Kuala Terengganu by Malaysia Airlines. From the airport, grab a taxi to Tanjung Jara. Or you could arrange with the resort for a limousine pick-up.



1. Tanjung Jara Resort
2. Dungun Desa Golf Club
3. Sura Hotel
4. Rumbia Resort Villa, Paka
5. Awang Beach Resort & Restaurants



1. Restoran Warisan Bonda
2. Karimas Sulong Restaurant
3. Mek Har Restaurant
4. Nabila Khan Restaurant
5. Paka Restaurant