About This Spot
Pulau Perhentian Kecil / Long Beach, Malaysia is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Malaysia.
Situated in Asia, the spot offers Shallow and Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NE winds, peaking from January to December, Pulau Perhentian Kecil / Long Beach, Malaysia delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Only working in NE monsoon, so mainly from December till March. Winds generally picks up to the 10-15 knot range, so bring your bigger kite. In this period it is always onshore, so be careful for trees and people. In SW monsoon you have offshore wind. Always watch out for sudden appearing squalls.
When to Go
Weather is tropical, so always 35+ °C. Very warm water so no need for a wetsuit.
What to Expect
Crystal blue and green. The tide is minimal. In NE Monsoon some waves and chop (November to March).
Wind & Conditions
NE
Best wind direction
Only working in NE monsoon, so mainly from December till March. Winds generally picks up to the 10-15 knot range, so bring your bigger kite. In this period it is always onshore, so be careful for trees and people. In SW monsoon you have offshore wind. Always watch out for sudden appearing squalls.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Crystal blue and green. The tide is minimal. In NE Monsoon some waves and chop (November to March).
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Airplane to Kuala Trengganu or Kota Bahru, then taxi to Kuala Besut (1h) where you take the boat to the island Perhentian Kecil (1/2h).
Location
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