Explore thewhite-sand beaches, adventure in the crystal-clear waters and unwind in theancient forest surrounds of this tropical island near the border of Thailandand Malaysia.
Pulau Langkawi is the largest island of the Langkawiarchipelago, boasting some of the most beautiful beaches in Malaysia. Theperfect place to relax and unwind, Langkawi Island is known for its peacefulisolation, breathtaking surroundings and vibrant sea life.
The beaches, located along the western and northerncoasts of Langkawi Island, are most easily reached by car or motorbike. Theferry terminal at the southern settlement of Kuah has vehicles for rent.Although possible to arrive by taxi, it can be a very expensive ride.
There are several tropical beaches to explore, eachwith their own unique attractions. Pantai Cenang is Malaysia’s most developedwest-coast beach, the perfect place to find restaurants, pubs and beer gardens.For a more remote location, Pantai Kok is encircled by forests and mountains. Datai Beach is a unique blend of bothnature and comfort. Luxury resorts and spas are nestled in an ancient forest,and are bordered by white sand and clear blue waters of the sea, perfect for asnorkel.
Swim with lobsters, barracudas and black-tip reefsharks in their underwater coral garden home. There are many dive companies onLangkawi to take you on an underwater exploration. For a truly exceptionaldiving experience visit Pulau Payar Marine Park, about an hour away from themain island. For a more private experience, set off in search of your ownstretch of beach, easily discovered by sailing boats available to rent on theisland.
Take advantage of the duty free shopping on Langkawiwith a day spent in Kuah, the main settlement. Here, you’ll also have access toa wide range of restaurants where you can taste the local seafood andtraditional Malay, Indian, Thai and Chinese cuisines. Malaysians are veryenthusiastic about their food the exciting food culture is a result of theirpassion and their diverse ethnicity.
