Located 60 km south of Kuala Terengganu lies Rantau Abang, one of only six beaches in the world where the Giant Leatherback turtles come to nest. Weighing more than 375 kg and up to 2.5 metres in length, these gentle giants lumber ashore between May and September.
To see the turtles up close, you can go to the hatchery or keep a vigil between midnight to dawn, when the turtles can be seen swimming ashore to lay their eggs.
Visitors who want to spend some time at Rantau Abang can find quaint chalets nearby.