Relax at Scenic Monkey Beach
Penang, Malaysia • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
24°C – 32°C, warm and sunny with occasional light showers, medium crowds, peak season
24°C – 32°C, warm and sunny with occasional light showers, medium crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Not wheelchair accessible; hiking and stairs involved.
Not wheelchair accessible; hiking and stairs involved.
Value for money
Medium
Entrance fees and boat rides are moderately priced.
Entrance fees and boat rides are moderately priced.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples loved the secluded beach and jungle trek; perfect for a day out.
Secluded Paradise
Visitors found the beach ideal for escaping the crowds and enjoying nature.
Beautiful Scenery
The golden sands and lush jungle created a perfect backdrop for couples.
Murky Waters
Some couples noted the water quality wasn't ideal for swimming; jellyfish.
Trek Troubles
The hiking trail was sometimes closed, affecting accessibility for some.
Mischievous Monkeys
Couples should watch their belongings; macaques can be a nuisance.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
24-30°C
December marks the beginning of the dry season with reduced rainfall and temperatures ranging from 24°C to 30°C.
December marks the beginning of the dry season with reduced rainfall and temperatures ranging from 24°C to 30°C.
Open
Higher demand may require advance bookings for accommodations and activities.
Higher demand may require advance bookings for accommodations and activities.
Recommended
December offers favorable weather for beach activities at Monkey Beach, but expect larger crowds and higher prices due to peak tourist season.
December offers favorable weather for beach activities at Monkey Beach, but expect larger crowds and higher prices due to peak tourist season.
January
MEDIUM
24-32°C
Warm and sunny with occasional light showers.
Warm and sunny with occasional light showers.
Open
Higher demand may lead to limited availability; early booking recommended.
Higher demand may lead to limited availability; early booking recommended.
Recommended
January offers warm and sunny weather with minimal rainfall, making it a favorable time to visit. Tourist activity is moderate, particularly around New Year celebrations, leading to higher prices and limited availability. Early booking is advisable.
January offers warm and sunny weather with minimal rainfall, making it a favorable time to visit. Tourist activity is moderate, particularly around New Year celebrations, leading to higher prices and limited availability. Early booking is advisable.
February
MEDIUM
24-32°C
Warm and sunny with low humidity and minimal rainfall.
Warm and sunny with low humidity and minimal rainfall.
Open
Increased demand during Chinese New Year may affect availability; early booking recommended.
Increased demand during Chinese New Year may affect availability; early booking recommended.
Recommended
February features warm, sunny weather with low humidity and minimal rainfall. Tourist activity is moderate, particularly during Chinese New Year, leading to higher prices and potential availability issues. Early booking is advisable.
February features warm, sunny weather with low humidity and minimal rainfall. Tourist activity is moderate, particularly during Chinese New Year, leading to higher prices and potential availability issues. Early booking is advisable.
March
MEDIUM
24-32°C
Warm and sunny with increasing humidity and occasional showers.
Warm and sunny with increasing humidity and occasional showers.
Open
Generally good availability with standard pricing.
Generally good availability with standard pricing.
Recommended
March offers warm, sunny weather with increasing humidity and occasional showers as the dry season concludes. Tourist activity is moderate, and availability is generally good with standard pricing.
March offers warm, sunny weather with increasing humidity and occasional showers as the dry season concludes. Tourist activity is moderate, and availability is generally good with standard pricing.
How to get there
Walking
Recommended
Boat
Bus
Car
Taxi
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required