Jul
15
The Impiani resort is probably the most luxurious resort on Pulau Perhentian Kechil, off the northeastern coast the the Western Malaysian peninsula. Long known as a haven for the backpacking diver crowd, it has changed little in the last 20 years and retains the rustic, idyllic charm and peaceful ambience. Which means no television, no cable, no internet.
But this resort, built along a hillside, extending from the beach up the hill, boasts octagonal cottages which boast beautiful views and privacy, with most cottages boasting french doors that open up to your own personal terrace. The toilets are modest but functional. And the lack of television means you’ll have all the time in the world to engage your partner, or tan by the beach, even swim in the crystal clear waters.
The resort restaurant serves piping hot fresh food that has more than a hint of home cooking, which is not a bad thing. It’s not overspiced, there’s no hint of artificial seasoning and the beautiful panoramic view of Coral beach and the whiff of salt on the sea breeze can really lull one into that vacationing mood. Plus the bbq every other night really makes one never want to leave.
The resort boasts it’s own resident PADI accredited dive centre, the Watercolours Dive Centre, which is known for the small size of it’s classes and the instructor’s excellent knowledge of the surrounding waters.
There’s no roads to speak of on the island. There is a network of trails which leads to the Fisherman’s village, where the locals reside, and Long beach, where most of the resorts on Pulau Perhentian Kechil are, and where most of the buzz is. Most people would opt to take the water taxis between beaches, but beware, there’s little light after sun-down, and in inclement weather, the water taxi service can be cancelled, and if you’re having dinner on long beach, do remember to make your way back before sun-down or risk getting stranded on Long beach.
All in all, this resort holds a special place in my heart, for an unforgetable vacation, and being the outdoorsy kind who loves a little pampering after sundown, you would love it too.
Watercoloursworld.com - Operator or the Impiani Watercolours resort.
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