List of shopping locations at Kelantan.

Some of the traditional handicrafts that can be found at Kelantan.

While the other states are famous with their large shopping mall, the situation is quite different at Kelantan because the main tourist's attraction is not the shopping mall but the duty free zone. One of the must visit place is the border town of Rantau Panjang. It is located near the Thailand-Malaysia border just across Sungai Golok and one of the biggest duty free zone at Kelantan. The town of Rantau Panjang is a popular duty free shopping zone selling various type of goods from electronic goods, toys, cigarettes, clothes, cosmetics, perfume, chocolate, watches and general goods. The prices offered is much lower than any other places. In addition, the prices stated are still not fixed because customers can make their offer. For those who are really good in negotiating, Rantau Panjang is surely a right place for you. Pengkalan Kubur is another border town with a tax free zone that attracts bargain hunters from both sides of the border after the cheap prices for electrical items, kitchenware, glassware, accessories, clothes & shoes. The main attraction here are kitchenware and glassware. Most of them ware imported and of course, the quality is guaranteed. 

Kelantan is popular with many interesting places to be visited and most of them are recreation places.  Located in the north-eastern corner of the peninsula, its main attraction is surely the beaches and island. There are many  peaceful and beautiful beaches in Kelantan and some of them are:

Pantai Bisikan Bayu

Pantai Bisikan Bayu located near semerak, in the district of pasir puteh, 50 km away from kota bahru, is famous for its tall casuarinas offering cool shades for picnickers. Its name means 'beach of the whispering breeze'.

Pantai Cahaya Bulan

This lovely stretch of shimmering sand is perhaps Kelantan's most famous beach. Its very name conjures up images of romance, of lovers strolling hand in hand. Fringed by swaying casuarinas and coconut palms, it is the perfect gateway for the world-weary. It is 10 km north of Kota Bharu and is accessible by taking SKMK Bus No.10 which departs from the Central Market every 20 to 25 minutes.

Pantai Dasar Sabak

Pantai Dasar Sabak is the beach where the japanese landed in december of 1941, before making their way down south towards singapore. The local Fishing Village, a rustic malay kampung, is worth a visit.








Pantai Irama

Pantai Irama or the 'beach of melody' is located 25km south of kota bahru in the district of bachok. It is reputed to be the most beautiful beach along the entire east coast and is popular with picnickers and campers.






Pantai Seri Tujuh

Another lovely beach 7 km north of kota bahru is the venue of the annual malaysian international kite festival. It is situated close to the Kelantan-thailand border. Visitors will be enthralled by the scenic coastline fringing the south-china sea en-route to Pantai Seri Tujuh.



In addition, Kelantan's emerald forest boast of a number of picturesque waterfalls that provide ideal spots for picnicking and relaxation. Most of these waterfalls are located in the district of pasir puteh about 35km from Kota Bharu.








Jeram Pasu

Located at kampung padang pak amat nd accessible by car, is far the most popular. A dip in its crystal clear icy-waters will sooth even the most weary traveler.








Jeram Linang

Situated at pasir puteh far south of kota bharu. it is a 12 metre high waterfalls with icy cool waters at its base pool. The area and its scenic surroundings have attracted many visitors and it is a favourite place for the locals.


Lata Beringin
The jewel in the crown is undoubtedly Lata Beringin which is noted for its 120m high waterfall. Located at the sungai pas kesedar scheme, it is accessible via a dirt track leading off from the kuala krai-gua musang highway, lata beringin is famous for its magnificent view and lush surroundings that make it a popular camping spot.






Gunung Stong

Gunung Stong, also known as Gunung Setong, Dabong in the district of Gua Musang, Kelantan stands at 1,433 metres high. Up at the top, there is the highest waterfall in South Asia.

Getting there by Air

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has daily flights to and from Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor Bahru.

Air Asia, Asia's first "no-frills" Airline only has daily flights to and from Kuala Lumpur.

FireFly, Malaysia's first community Airline has been granted the rights to fly to Kota Bharu from the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang from Nov 17th, 2007.

These airlines fly straight into the Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, atPengkalan Chepa, Kota Bharu.

Getting there by Bus

There are several bus operators serving the Kota Bharu route. Among them are Transnasional Ekspres, Ekspres Mutiara, Ekspres Sani, Ekspres Budaya and Ekspres Darulnaim.

My personal recommendation would be the Transnasional Ekspres. They're comfortable, reliable and punctual.

The time table for the Transnasional Ekspres is as follows:

From : Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu

Distance : 512 km

Duration : 8 hrs 30 mins

Frequency : Daily (Monday - Sunday)

Time : 9:00am, 9:30am, 10:00am, 10:15am, 10:30am, 9:00pm and 9:30pm.

Fare (Adult) : RM 30.80

Fare (Children): RM 15.40

Transnasional Ekspres departs from Hentian Bas Putra terminal (opposite the PWTC), KL, and arrives at the Kota Bharu Bus Station atJalan Pendek.

Transnasional Phone (Kuala Lumpur) : +603-40438984, +603-40449072

Transnasional Phone (Kota Bahru) : +609-7482807, +609-7474330

Getting there by Rail

There are 2 railway stations in Kota Bharu. The Wakaf Bharu station and the Sungai Golok station. I would personally recommend that you use the Wakaf Bharu Station. Express trains depart daily from various destination throughout Kelantan and major towns in the Peninsular, right up to Singapore.

Getting there by Road

If you're the type who likes adventures and explorations, you can choose to drive yourself to Kelantan. There are several routes you can take to get to Kelantan Darul Naim if you're coming from Kuala Lumpur.

First, you can choose to drive eastward along the Karak Highway toKuantan in the state of Pahang, passing through the Temerloh and Maranexits. This will take about 3 hours. Then from Kuantan, head north along the coast passing through picturesque villages and scenic palm-fringed beaches overlooking the azure waters of the South China Sea. You will be passing through places likeKemaman, Kerteh, Dungun, Marang and Kuala Terengganu before you get to Kota Bharu. This will take you roughly 4 hours 30 minutes.

Alternatively, you could take the inland route to Kota Bharu whereby you exit the Karak Highway at Bentong and proceed northwards to Raub, Gua Musang and Kuala Krai before reaching Kota Bharu. Another option would be that you exit the Karak Highway at Temerloh and head towards Jerantut, Benta, Gua Musang and Kuala Krai before finally reaching Kota Bharu.