Beach at Batu Batu Resort in the Besar Islands with coconut palms and ketapang ground cover on the foreshore.

Introducing the Besar Islands Marine Parks

The Besar Islands are a cluster of small islands close to the Malaysian peninsula. Part of the broader Mersing archipelago, all the islands in the Besar cluster are Marine Parks.  

Come to Pulau Besar for a relaxing tropical holiday where the resorts and village feel like one community. Learn about the island's sustainability initiatives, and its unique culture.

Escape to Pulau Rawa or Tengah for a more private paradise getaway, while helping to support habitat restoration projects. 

Marine Park tourism ideas for a sustainable holiday

What's special in the Besar Islands?

At first glance, the Besar cluster seem like typical holiday resort islands. But beyond that, there is more to discover - from passionate conservationists, surviving native culture, and remnants of wartime history. 

Vibrant marine life

Coral reef in the Besar Islands

Turtles & habitats

Turtle basking in the waters of the Besar Islands

Pulau Besar culture

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Sustainable tourism

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Any holiday can be a sustainable holiday

Going on a short holiday to the Besar Islands?

Find the information you need on our map to make sustainable choices in Pulau Besar, Tengah and Rawa. Explore our map layers for more guidance.