Tropical Islands in Malaysia By State
Here is the list of islands in Malaysia categorized
Major islands in Malaysia
Islands over 250,000 square kilometers
Borneo (shared with Indonesia and Brunei)
Islands over 200 square kilometers
Sebatik, Sabah (shared with North Kalimantan, Indonesia)
Banggi, Sabah
Bruit, Sarawak
Langkawi, Kedah
Penang, Penang
Disputed islands
Spratly (South China Sea islands)
Minor islands
Islands below 200 square kilometers
Other island groups, conservation areas, and national parks by State
Sabah
- Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park
- Tun Sakaran Marine Park
- Sugud Islands Marine Conservation Area
- Turtle Islands National Park
Sarawak
- Tanjung Datu National Park
- Talang Satang National Park
Kedah
- Kilim Geoforest Park, Langkawi
Tropical Islands in Malaysia By State
Islands on the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia
Kedah
- Payar Island
- Perak Island
- Tukun Perak Island
- Langkawi Island
Penang
- Aman Island
- Betong Island
- Gedung Island
- Jerejak Island
- Kendi Island
- Rimau Island
- Tikus Island
- Penang Island
Perak
- Jarak Island
- Lumut Island
- Pangkor Island
- Tukun Tengah Island
Selangor
- Carey Island
- Che Mat Zin Island
- Crab Island
- Indah Island
- Klang Island
- Pintu Gedung Island
- Tengah Island
Melaka
- Big Island
- Malacca Island
Islands on the South West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia
Johor lies at the southern end of the Malay Peninsula and is separated from Singapore Island by the Johor Strait.
Popular as a weekend getaway from Singapore, there are ten beautiful islands off the coast of Mersing.
Singaporeans can reach the island by driving to Mersing and a short ferry ride to the islands.
As popular destinations, the islands are great places for diving, snorkeling, and beach vacation.
Johor
- Aur Island
- Big Island
- Dayang Island
- Kukup Island
- Rawa Island
- Pemanggil Island
- Pisang Island
- Sibu Island
- Tengah Island
- Tinggi Island
Islands on the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia
The east side has the best known islands: Pulau Tioman, Pulau Redang and Pulau Perhentian.
These islands are, in general, easy to reach and have the characterization of a beautiful place for peace.
Here you will experience the ultimate ‘tropical vibe.’
Terengganu
- Bidong Island
- Duyong Island
- Kapas Island
- Lang Tengah Island
- Perhentian Island
- Redang Island
- Tenggol Island
- Wan Man Island
- Pahang
- Tioman Island
Kelantan
- Rusa Island
Islands on East Malaysia State
Borneo (Indonesian: Kalimantan) is the third-largest island in the world and the largest in Asia.
At the geographic center of Maritime Southeast Asia, about major Indonesian islands, it is located north of Java, west of Sulawesi, and east of Sumatra.
Malaysia Borneo is shared with Indonesia and Brunei.
The two largest islands located in Malaysia are Banggi Island in Sabah and Bruit Island in Sarawak.
The second-largest, the Sebatik Island in Sabah, is shared with Indonesia.
Islands of Sabah
With stunning beaches, crystal blue sea, lapping waves, and abundant coral reefs make these islands in Sabah are an ideal paradise for a short gateway.
You will be spoilt for choice as there are nearly 400 islands in Sabah.
Sabah
- Batik Island
- Balambangan Island
- Banggi Island
- Berhala Island
- Bodgaya Island
- Bohayan Island
- Boheydulang Island
- Bum Bum Island
- Dinawan Island
- Enoe Island
- Gaya Island
- Jambongan Island
- Kalumpang Island
- Kapalai Island
- Kalampunian Island
- Lankayan Island
- Layang Layang Island
- Libaran Island
- Ligitan Island
- Mabul Island
- Mengalum Island
- Malawali Island
- Mamutik Island
- Manukan Island
- Mantanani Island
- Mataking Island
- Montokud Island
- Pababag Island
- Sakar Island
- Sapi Island
- Sebatik Island (shared with North Kalimantan, Indonesia)
- Selingan Island
- Sepanggar Island
- Sipadan Island
- Sulug Island
- Tabawan Island
- Tiga Island
- Tigabu Island
- Timbun Mata Island
- Sebatik Island
- Manukan Island
- Pom Pom Island
Gaya Island derived its name from the Bajau word “Gayo” which means big.
Islands of Sarawak
Pulau Talang Besar and Pulau Talang Kecil are located 30 minutes offshore from Sematan in Southwest Sarawak.
These tiny islands serve as sanctuaries for Green and Hawksbill Turtles.
Sarawak
- Bruit Island
- Centre Island
- Kukus Island
- Hujung Island
- Satang Island
- Sempadi Island
- Big Simbu Island
- Bawai sland
- Talang-Talang Island
Islands of Federal Territory of Labuan
Federal Territory of Labuan is a small archipelago that includes Labuan Island and six smaller islands off the coast of Sabah in East Malaysia.
Labuan
- Kuraman Island
- Labuan Island
- Daat Island
- Papan Island Island
Malaysian Islands
Malaysia has 878 islands, ranging from the inhabited, accessible to the lonely and remote – others smack of luxury and hit the high notes.
Malaysia’s beautiful beaches and islands are easily accessible from Kuala Lumpur.
Luciano Pavarotti gave a private performance for just 250 guests on the Malaysian island of Pangkor Laut.
There is a Malaysian island for every budget tourist class.
Malaysia’s hundreds of islands are pretty, more accessible but less busy than those across the borders.
Malaysia’s islands offer more than just a relaxing holiday on a tropical beach or snorkel among beautiful coral.
You can choose to soak up the culture of colonial towns and breathe in the clean mountain air of the Malaysian rainforest.
List of Islands in Peninsular Malaysia
Within a few hours from Kuala Lumpur, you can find inexpensive accommodations and a relaxed atmosphere, and the famous island destinations of Langkawi, Penang, and the Perhentian Islands on the East Coast.
From Penang’s street food, colonial architecture, and pristine rainforest to the Duty-Free Shops and luxurious pampering in Langkawi – you can choose from one island destination to another with ease.
Backpackers head to the laidback Perhentian Islands
You can have the two island holidays for the price of one: Perhentian Besar and Perhentian Kecil.
These two islands offer excellent diving and snorkeling spots accessible just off the beach.
While the ‘Big Perhentian’ attracts families primarily, ‘Small Perhentian’ is popular among backpackers.
The islands have beautiful white sandy beaches and affordable hotels and guesthouses with a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere,
Travel Tips: Most places are closed during the monsoon season (October-March)
The Perhentian Islands are islands in Besut District, Terengganu, Malaysia.
The Wonderful Penang Hills of Penang Island
‘The Pearl of the Orient, Penang Island is best for nature and culture lovers.
The turtle-shaped island date back to 1786 has plenty of well conserved British-colonial architecture and heritage shophouses converted to cafes promoting strong coffee culture.
Penang’s capital Georgetown earned a UNESCO World Heritage site designation.
Stroll through the wet markets, visit the colourful temples, and eat the best banana leaf rice in Little India.
Take a trip in a cable car to the top of Penang Hill to enjoy the tropical rainforest or head to the smaller islands around Penang for the unspoiled beaches.
Search 100s of Top Hotels in Penang at the Best Price
Travel Tips: Plan your visit to coincide with George Town UNESCO Heritage Day for free access to all the temples and historical buildings in the inner city.
Welcome to Penang Island.
Pampering At luxury hotels in Langkawi
For a bit of extravagance, exclusivity, and sophistication, the luxury sanctuary in Langkawi
are determined to outshine each other in the pampering stakes.
If you’re looking for privately-owned beaches and secluded coves, Langkawi’s five-star resorts offer some of the best accommodations.
Langkawi hotel has traditional settings with modern comforts, landscaped gardens.
Some have a complete program of activities and sports such as jungle trekking, caving, diving, snorkeling, jet-skiing, and parasailing.
Round-the-clock butler services, award-winning spas, internationally-acclaimed restaurants, teakwood jungle villas, breathtaking rainforest, and sea views are on the menu in Langkawi.
Langkawi is an archipelago of 99 islands in the Andaman Sea.
