Kuantan, Malaysia

Cruise Port

Kuantan

State capital city and district capital in Pahang, Malaysia.

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Overview

Kuantan is a cruise port in Malaysia. It lies on the coast at approximately 3.817, 103.333.

About Kuantan

Kuantan is a city and the state capital of Pahang, Malaysia. It is located near the mouth of the Kuantan River. Kuantan is the 12th largest city in Malaysia based on a 2020 population of 548,014 and the largest city on the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Kuantan — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Kuantan

Kuantan - view from Menara 188 at blue hour - May
Kuantan - view from Menara 188 at blue hour - May
Kuantan River
Kuantan River
Pahang state mosque
Pahang state mosque
Kuantan Municipal Council
Kuantan Municipal Council

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 31°C in May and coolest around 28°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
28°
23°
Feb
28°
23°
Mar
29°
23°
Apr
30°
24°
May
31°
24°
Jun
30°
24°
Jul
30°
24°
Aug
30°
24°
Sep
30°
24°
Oct
30°
24°
Nov
29°
23°
Dec
28°
23°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Kuantan the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Kuantan, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →