Pangkor Island is an island in Manjung District, Perak, Malaysia. It has a population of approximately 25,000. Nearby islands include Pangkor Laut Island, Giam Island, Mentagor Island, Simpan Island, and Tukun Terindak Island. The major industries of the island are tourism and fishing.

Pangkor Island has a land area of 18 km2 (6.9 sq mi) and is 3.5 kilometres (2.2 mi) from Peninsular Malaysia. The interior of the island is forested and is home to 65 reptile species, 17 amphibian species, and 82 total herpetofaunal species.

In addition to the beaches of Pangkor Island with clear water and fine sand, the local cheap five-star accommodation is also an important factor in attracting tourists. Teluk Nipah and Coral Bay on the northwest coast of the island are popular destinations for backpackers from Europe.

Island

Island in Manjung District, Perak, Malaysia

Coastline, Locality and Landform

Perak, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Location Info

In the area

Localities

Kampung Teluk Nipah
Neighbourhood

Sungai Pinang Kechil
Neighbourhood

Pasir Bogak
Neighbourhood

Sungai Pinang Besar
Neighbourhood

Landmarks

Bukit Pangkor
Peak, 1¼ km north

Surau Teluk Nipah
Mosque, 1½ km west

Packages

Sandy Beach Resort

5/5

From RM240-RM1229