Ma'Daerah Turtle Sanctuary

Ma'Daerah Turtle Sanctuary is a turtle conservation and information centre located at Kampung Ma Daerah near Kerteh in Kemaman District, Terengganu. Operated by the Department of Fisheries Malaysia, it protects nesting green turtles along the east coast. The sanctuary features a hatchery, exhibition gallery, turtle pools and educational displays focused on marine turtle conservation and research.

Visitors can expect a small coastal conservation facility with an exhibition hall displaying turtle biology, conservation information and specimens, outdoor turtle pools holding rescued and juvenile turtles, and a sandy hatchery area where eggs are incubated and hatchlings are released seasonally. The setting is a quiet beachfront village area with simple buildings, shaded walkways and views of Ma Daerah Beach. Guided explanations are often available from staff.