Your Best Choice · Kuala Besut Jetty

Your trusted link between land and sea.

Daily boat and land transfers from Kuala Besut Jetty to Perhentian Island, Kota Bharu, and beyond. Safe, punctual, and refreshingly easy to book.

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10+: Years serving
45 min: Fastest crossing
5★: Guest experience

Welcome to Besut Ferry

Your travel transportation specialist on Malaysia's east coast.

We provide daily boat and land transfers from Kuala Besut Jetty — starting from picking you up at the airport or city centre, taking you to the jetty, and bringing you across to the island. Enjoy your vacation with pleasure.

Our story

Distance

20 km · 45 min

Where we take you

From Kuala Besut Jetty — to the places you've been dreaming about.

20 km · 45 min

Perhentian Island

One of the most beautiful islands on Malaysia's east coast — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving and jungle trekking. Two islands to choose from: Pulau Perhentian Besar and Pulau Perhentian Kecil.

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Iconic red archway in Kota Bharu Kelantan

Van shuttle

Kota Bharu City Centre

Kelantan's state capital is famous for its museums, traditional architecture, and unforgettable street food. We run van shuttles between Sultan Ismail Petra Airport and Kuala Besut every day.

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Why choose Besut Ferry

Six reasons travellers keep coming back.

Best Packages, Fair Prices

Complete packages priced honestly, with clear inclusions and no hidden fees.

Confirmed Bookings

Reserve your seats over WhatsApp and receive instant confirmation. Zero booking-day stress.

Fast & Safe

Punctual departures and experienced captains who know these waters by heart.

Professional Support

A friendly team ready to guide, advise, and help you plan the perfect holiday.

Our Commitment

Affordable, convenient, excellent service — every guest, every trip, every time.

10+ Years on the Water

Thousands of happy travellers have trusted Besut Ferry as their gateway to paradise.

Snorkeler exploring a coral reef in the Perhentian Marine Park

Featured experience

Perhentian Snorkelling Discovery — five points in one day.

Sharks, turtles, coral gardens, and a fisherman village lunch. All the highlights in a single, well-paced trip — with free snorkelling gear included.

Shark Point
Turtle Point
Fish Point
Coral Garden
Fisherman Village
Gear included

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What our guests say

Real stories from travellers who chose Besut Ferry.

"Smooth pickup from KB airport, easy check-in at the jetty, and the boat left right on time. Honestly the most stress-free start to a Perhentian trip."

Aina R. · Kuala Lumpur

"The snorkeling day trip was incredible — five points, gear included, and the crew were so friendly. Saw a turtle within the first ten minutes."

Marcus L. · Singapore

"Booked over WhatsApp in five minutes. The team replied fast and confirmed everything clearly. Will definitely use Besut Ferry again next year."

Siti A. · Johor Bahru

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Postcards from Perhentian.

Book now and start your Perhentian vacation.

Reserve your seat in seconds over WhatsApp — our team replies fast, seven days a week.

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