Cherating
Malaysia
Cherating is a left point break with a sand bottom that delivers remarkably consistent rides for Malaysia. Waves typically run from chest height to around four and a half feet, with the ability to hold shape for 100 to 500+ meters down the sand bar. The wave is characteristically mellow and mushier than the more powerful breaks to the north in Terengganu, making it well-suited to beginners and longboarders seeking long, rolling sections. It works across all tidal stages, with northeast swell and west-northwest wind producing the cleanest conditions. Peak season runs from mid-December through February, though surfable waves appear consistently from November through April during the monsoon-driven wet season. Cherating emerged as one of Malaysia's first established surf destinations, gaining popularity during the 1980s when the broader Malaysian surf scene was developing. The area established itself as a training ground and still operates multiple schools and camps, including the long-running KamSurf operation founded in 1990. Its role as an early center for Malaysian surfing has given it a historic foothold despite not receiving the attention of more remote or dramatic breaks elsewhere. The village sits about 30 kilometers north of Kuantan on the peninsula's east coast. Originally a fishing settlement, it has shifted toward tourism and backpacker accommodation without becoming heavily crowded even during peak swell windows. Multiple schools and rental operations provide straightforward access for visiting surfers and first-timers.
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Malaysia
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Teluk Cempedak
Malaysia
Teluk Cempedak is a surf spot near Kuantan on Malaysia's East Peninsula. The break features a sandy bottom and presents rip currents as a hazard to swimmers and surfers.