Highly rated on independent travel websites and recommended by the Lonely Planet Guidebooks, Tuna Bay is located in the southwest of Pulau Perhentian Besar (Big Island) surrounded by tropical jungle, on a broad and long powdery white beach. The resort commands a breath-taking view of Perhentian Kecil and the South China Sea right at the doorstep. The ambience here is one of peace and relaxation geared towards the ultimate getaway. 

Rooms and Facilities

Tuna Bay offers 44 spacious rooms in wooden chalets set either right on the beach front, shaded by coconut palms, or around a pretty garden area. 15 of the chalets are interconnecting and are perfect for family use. All chalets are just a minute walk from the beach.

The wooden chalets on stilts are air-conditioned with a covered terrace, laid out with bamboo furniture. The best rooms command a sea view land are located right on the beach or jungle / garden view. All rooms are laid out and decorated in comforting beige and white tones and well lit thanks to a large aluminum sliding window and white painted walls. The well appointed interior includes wooden and bamboo furniture, King or twin sized beds, pretty paintings on the wall, and adjustable reading lights.All bathrooms have hot showers, fresh towels and basic bathroom amenities provided throughout your stay. Digital safe deposits are also provided for guest to keep their valuables and important travel documents.

Food and Beverage

Meals are both asian and western mouthwatering cuisine. An ala carte menu is also available if you do not select a package. The food here is delicious and there is also a BBQ menu. There is also a laidback seaside bar where you can order a cold beer or your favourite cocktail.

Cost

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Full board 3D/2N package
Rates per person. Valid 2008 (till 31 Mar 2009)

Occupancy	RM
Single	610
Twin	460
Triple	440
Child(4 - 12 years)	280
Additional night (RM) / person
Single	200
Twin & Triple	160
Child (4 – 12 years)	120

Surcharges

Weekends (Friday and Saturday) - 20

Malaysia School Holidays - 30

Public Holidays - 40 (10-12 April/14-16 April; 30 Aug-01 Sept)

Super peak - 60 (30-31 Mar, 5-7 Apr, 30 Apr-02 May, 1-2 June, 9-11 Aug, 30 Aug-01 Sept)

We also have non-package based rates (per room per night). Email us separately.

What does it include?

• Welcome drinks
• 2 night accommodation in Deluxe Garden Chalet
• 2 breakfast; 2 lunch; 2 tea break; 2 dinner
• Return speed boat transfer
• 2 snorkelling trips around Perhentian

Additional night includes

1 night accommodation in deluxe garden chalet, 1 breakfast / 1 lunch / 1 tea break /1 dinner. No extra snorkeling.

Note: for triple sharing - third person will be provided with an extra mattress. Maximum of 2 adults and 2 children per room, or 3 adults per room.

What does it exclude?

Cost of marine park conservation fee (RM 5) and rental of snorkelling equipment.

Best time to visit

The resort is closed from November till February yearly

Getting here

Perhentian island is easily accessible by a 50 min flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to Kota Bahru, Kelantan. Malaysia airlines (www.mas.com.my) and AirAsia (www.airasia.com), the region’s low cost carrier have daily flights to Kota Bahru. Airport transfers can also be arranged from Kota Terengganu, Terengganu.

Boat schedule

Our Say

We handpicked this resort for being one of the finest resorts in Perhentian. It avoids the large fan fare of big budget hotels and shabby backpacker resorts. Its quality stems from being family owned and managed resulting in efficient service, staff try their utmost best to ensure that all their guests have a memorable stay. It has a lovely stretch of beach with clear and calm waters. The food is very good catering to both Western and Asian tastebuds. It also happens to be one of the highest independently rated resorts on Perhentian. This place is suitable for families and couples wanting a quiet holiday. Book this with us today!