Club Med Cherating is currently closed for an exciting renovation and transformation, with the resort expected to partially reopen in December 2027 and bookings expected to open from March 2027. More updates will be shared as the renovation progresses and further details become available.
If you’ve been wondering what a Club Med Cherating itinerary looked like before the renovation, this four-day sample gives you a feel for the pace. There was plenty to do, but also room to relax. Activities were optional, so a busy morning could easily give way to a slow afternoon.
Cherating’s appeal was its mix of beach, rainforest and easy-going resort life: climbing or paddling for the energetic, quieter corners for a break, and time together for families. The photos, venues and programme below describe that pre-renovation experience, not activities available during the closure or a confirmed programme for the reopened resort.
What Was Included Before the Renovation?
Before the closure, a typical stay brought these elements together in the package. Future inclusions will depend on the published reopening arrangements and the package booked:
- Accommodation
- All meals at the restaurants
- Drinks and snacks at the bar
- Non-motorised sports and group lessons (think sailing, yoga, and trapeze)
- Daily shows and nighttime entertainment
- Kids clubs for ages 4 to 17
- Wi-Fi
That flexibility was a big part of the appeal. You didn’t have to plan every second; meals, a few favourite activities and some downtime gave the day its rhythm.
Which Extras Were Charged Separately?
The former package also had optional extras, which were charged separately or depended on the booking:
- Spa treatments
- Batik painting
- Private lessons
- Excursions
- Laundry service
- Boutique purchases
- Childcare for children under 4 years
- Premium meals and drinks
- Transport to and from the resort
- Travel insurance
These categories are useful for thinking about a holiday budget, but they are not a price list for a future Cherating stay. Check the inclusions, extra charges and transport arrangements on the actual quotation when bookings become available.
What the Pre-Renovation Experience Offered
For the Adventurous
Rock climbing, sailing, kayaking, zip-lining and the flying trapeze gave energetic guests plenty of choices in the former programme. Tennis lessons and outdoor fitness classes added variety. Participation depended on the activity’s age, height, safety and weather requirements.
If You Just Want to Chill
The quieter side of the former resort included yoga, forest walks, time by the adults-only Zen Pool and optional spa treatments. The rainforest setting made an unhurried afternoon just as much part of the holiday as the sports.
For Families
Kids clubs and Amazing Family sessions helped families balance time together with activities for different ages. Teen programmes offered a separate space for older children. The reopened resort’s club ages, hours and activities will need confirmation rather than being assumed from this earlier programme.
Foodies, Rejoice
The former dining experience mixed buffet stations and changing themes, with Enak Restaurant offering another option. Reservations were needed for some dining experiences. Restaurant names, meal hours and booking arrangements may change after renovation.
Pre-Renovation Sample: 4 Days 3 Nights Club Med Cherating Itinerary
This is a pre-renovation sample, kept as inspiration rather than a timetable to follow now. All times, venue names and activities in the four tables are historical examples. They do not confirm what will operate after reopening. The useful idea is the balance: one or two activities, proper meal breaks and time to do nothing. Asterisks mark extras that were chargeable in this sample; future prices and inclusions must be confirmed.
Day 1: Arrival and Welcome
| Historical time | Activity | Pre-renovation example |
|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | Check-In | The sample began with check-in, a welcome from the GOs, orientation and settling into the room. Arrival procedures and room-access times will need reconfirmation after reopening. |
| 16:00 | Late Lunch | Enak Restaurant was the late-lunch stop in this sample, with noodles before an easy first afternoon. |
| 17:00 | Yoga / Table Tennis / Mahjong | Yoga or stretching offered a gentle start; table tennis and mahjong were sociable alternatives. |
| 18:00 | Live Music and Snacks | Live music, a drink and a snack at the bar eased the transition into the evening. |
| 18:45 | Buffet Dinner | The buffet brought together Chinese, Western, Malay, Indian, Japanese and Italian stations in the former dining programme. |
| 21:00 | Theatre Show | The GOs’ evening shows varied, with comedy, musicals, dance and circus-style performances among the examples. |
| 21:45 | Night Event | Dancing, Club Med’s signature moves and drinks at the bar rounded off the first evening. |
Day 2: Adventure and Exploration
| Historical time | Activity | Pre-renovation example |
| 0715 hours | Breakfast | Breakfast left time to ease into the morning before choosing an activity. |
| 0830 hours | Yoga / Excursion* | Yoga or stretching provided a gentle option; excursions were optional extras at additional cost. |
| 0830 hours | Kids Club Registration | The former Club Med Kids Club routine included registration and suitable clothes for sports and swimming. Future check-in and collection arrangements will need confirmation. |
| 0930 hours | Rock Climbing School / Zen Pool / Kayaking / Standup Paddle | The former resort train ran from behind Enak to the Pantai Beach area. Climbing, the adults-only Zen Pool and water sports offered different ways to spend the morning, subject to eligibility and conditions. |
| 1200 hours | Buffet Lunch | A buffet lunch provided a break between the morning and afternoon activities, with pizza and Japanese dishes among the choices. |
| 1400 hours | Live Music | Live music and a drink at the bar made for an unhurried afternoon pause. |
| 1530 hours | Nature Walk | Guided nature walks introduced guests to the surrounding forest, plants and wildlife. |
| 1600 hours | Amazing Family / Flying Trapeze School / Batik Painting* | Amazing Family sessions brought parents and children together. Trapeze lessons and batik painting offered alternatives; batik materials and ink were chargeable. |
| 1645 hours | Pick up children from kids club | This sample allowed time to collect children from their club and hear about their day. |
| 1700 hours | Badminton / Squash | Badminton or squash offered a sociable late-afternoon workout in the former programme. |
| 1800 hours | Live Music and Snacks | Another session of live music and snacks led into dinner. |
| 1845 hours | Buffet Dinner | The former buffet mixed international favourites and local dishes. |
| 2000 hours | Mini Club @ Theatre | The sample included a Mini Club theatre session for children. |
| 2100 hours | Theatre Show | An evening show by the GOs followed dinner. |
| 2145 hours | Night Event | The signature Crazy Signs dancing brought guests together at the end of the evening. |
Day 3: Wellness and Exploration
| Historical time | Activity | Pre-renovation example |
| 0715 hours | Breakfast | Coffee and a buffet breakfast started another day at the former resort. |
| 0830 hours | Kids Club Registration | Families checked children into the former club programme before their own morning activities. |
| 0915 hours | Pilates | A Pilates class offered a quieter fitness option. |
| 0930 hours | Tennis School | Beginner tennis lessons covered the basics with an instructor, from grip and stance to forehand practice. |
| 1000 hours | Sailing Lessons (Theory) / Botanical Walk | Sailing theory introduced wind, navigation and boat handling; a botanical walk offered a land-based alternative. |
| 1130 hours | Aqua Gym | Aqua gym added a pool-based fitness session to the former programme. |
| 1200 hours | Buffet Lunch | Lunch was a chance to take a break before the afternoon’s choices. |
| 1400 hours | Sailing School / Spa* | Sailing at Pantai Beach depended on suitable tides, wind and safety conditions. A spa treatment was a quieter alternative at additional cost. |
| 1600 hours | Amazing Family / Abs & Bum Class / Archery | Amazing Family, an Abs & Bum fitness class and archery were choices in this sample, with activity-specific participation rules. |
| 1645 hours | Pick up children from kids club | The sample included time to collect children from their club. |
| 1700 hours | Yoga / Stretching | Yoga or stretching provided a slower finish to the active part of the day. |
| 1800 hours | Live Music and Snacks | Live music and snacks offered time to relax before dinner. |
| 1845 hours | Buffet Dinner | The former choices included the buffet or dinner at Enak. Enak dinner required reservations; this is not a confirmed future restaurant arrangement. |
| 2000 hours | Mini Club @ Theatre | A Mini Club theatre session was part of this earlier evening programme. |
| 2100 hours | Theatre Show | Another GO theatre show followed dinner. |
| 2145 hours | Night Event | Music, dancing and time with fellow guests brought the evening to a close. |
Day 4: Wind Down and Goodbye
| Historical time | Activity | Pre-renovation example |
| 0715 hours | Breakfast | A final breakfast left time for a relaxed departure morning. |
| 0830 hours | Power Walk | A group power walk was an optional way to start the day. |
| 1000 hours | Room Check-Out | The former sample used a 10:00 room check-out. It also recorded a Pahang State Sustainability fee of MYR3.00 per room per night. That is a historical figure, not a verified current or reopening charge; confirm applicable taxes, fees and check-out terms for the actual booking. |
| 1030 hours | Dance Lessons / Step Class | Dance lessons or a step class offered one last activity in the former programme. |
| 1130 hours | Freshen Up | The former late-departure lounge was below the Orchid Bar. Its future location and availability are not confirmed by this itinerary. |
| 1200 hours | Buffet Lunch | The sample included a final buffet lunch. Any meals or facility access after room check-out will depend on the booked departure arrangements. |
| 1430 hours | Depart from Resort | The sample ended with departure from the resort; future transfer timing will depend on the booking. |
FAQs about the Club Med Cherating Itinerary
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Final Thoughts about Club Med Cherating Itinerary
The Club Med Cherating itinerary above captures the former resort’s mix of active mornings, family time and relaxed evenings. It can help you decide what matters most in a future stay, without treating the old schedule as a promise. Travelution Holidays can help compare confirmed arrangements when they are available.
For now, keep your wish list flexible. A favourite sport, time with the family and a little space to unwind are a good starting point. ❤️
Can travellers use this Club Med Cherating itinerary while the resort is closed?
This itinerary describes the former Club Med Cherating experience and should be treated as historical planning inspiration while the resort is closed for renovation. Check the current reopening page for confirmed dates and facilities, or compare Club Med Borneo, Bintan and Phuket for an available regional alternative.
