LAPPED by the gentle waters of the Straits of Malacca, Pengkalan Balak Beach is perfect for a family getaway with a host of activities such as swimming, long walks by the beach, camping out or just enjoying the view of the sunset.
The stretch of beach here invites sun-seekers to sink their feet into its golden sands and tiny pebbles. As they say, walking barefoot by the beach is a wonderful way to de-stress while enjoying the waves and the breeze.
And what’s more, sand provides resistance and makes walking barefoot a great workout for the arches and leg muscles. Plus, sand acts as a natural exfoliant, so, kick off those sandals and sink your feet into the sand.
Pengkalan Balak Beach also offers tranquil views of fishing villages and lots of seafood restaurants. Speaking of which, the only real ‘problem’ with dining out in Pengkalan Balak is selecting from the enormous range of choices that are available.
With its location along the coastline and proximity to fishing villages, seafood tops the chart with lip-smacking offerings.
Pengkalan Balak is situated in the district of Alor Gajah, about 10 km from Masjid Tanah.
It is also one of the important landing sites of the hawksbill turtles in Melaka. A turtle conservation and information centre was set up by the Department of Fisheries at fishing village Kampung Padang Kemunting to protect the species.
The beach features turtle sculptures, which were installed by Alor Gajah Municipal Council on December 28, 2020. Many tourists frequented there for outdoor activities such as picnic, swimming, fishing and camping.
Pengkalan Balak coast is free for all. The beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, toilets. It is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season, this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
