4 days in Kuantan Itinerary

The capital of Malaysia's third-largest state, busy Kuantan remains generally untouristed, yet continues to grow as a residential urban community.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Kuantan: Gambang Water Park (in Gambang), Bukit Panorama (in Sungai Lembing) and Cherating (Cherating River & Cherating Fire Fly). The adventure continues: browse the different shops at East Coast Mall and discover the riches below the earth's surface at Sungai Lembing Mines.

To see photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Kuantan journey planning app.

Genting Highlands to Kuantan is an approximately 3-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of bus and flight. January in Kuantan sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive back home.