Pantai Pasir Panjang (Long Sand Beach)
Pantai Pasir Panjang (Long Sand Beach), in Balik Pulau, is one of the beaches and islands in Penang in the Where2Go guide. Below are its address, opening hours, prices and directions, checked in October 2026. Hours and prices can change, so confirm before you go.
| Address | Beyond Pulau Betong village, Balik Pulau |
|---|---|
| Details | Open daily; go in daylight Free |
| Area | Balik Pulau |
| Typical visit | About 1 h 30 min |
| Listed in | Penang Beaches and Islands |
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| Verified | Verified October 2026 |
About Pantai Pasir Panjang (Long Sand Beach)
Pasir Panjang is a 600-metre stretch of pale sand on the rural south-west coast, past the village of Pulau Betong. It faces due west, so it is a good place to watch the sun go down over the Andaman Sea, and it sees few visitors. A military facility sits behind the beach and parts of the land are restricted, so follow the signs and do not go past the checkpoint.
There are no facilities: no food, drinks, toilets or lifeguards, and mobile signal is patchy. The current is strong, so swimming is not advised. Plastic washed in by the sea collects along the tideline. Get a Grab to the end of the road, or take bus 403 to Pulau Betong (RM1.40) and walk about 40 minutes. Eat at the small restaurants in Pulau Betong village.
Pantai Pasir Panjang (Long Sand Beach) Location
Nearby
- Gertak Sanggul โ Beach & island, 1.9 km away
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