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Langkawi, Malaysia Guide

Posted by pktan on May 16th, 2007
Filed Under: Kedah & Perlis, Langkawi

Langkawi
Langkawi Sunset

LANGKAWI

  • Things to do
  • Where to Stay
  • Where to Eat
  • Nightlife
  • Transport
  • Langkawi Photos

The island of Langkawi, Malaysia is an exotic holiday destination that offers accommodation of all kinds (from budget beach chalets to the most sybaritic five star resorts) and amenities sitting side by side with idyllic beaches, ancient rainforests and quaint villages. Langkawi Malaysia is an archipelago of 99 tropical islands (or 104, depending on tide) off the north-western coast of Peninsular Malaysia, about 30km from Kuala Perlis on the mainland. They’re accessible by boat from Penang, Kuala Perlis, Kuala Kedah and Satun, Thailand, or by air from Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore.

The only island with any real settlement is the eponymous 478sq km Pulau Langkawi; the only other inhabited island being nearby Pulau Tuba. The archipelago has some of the world’s most pristine rainforests, limestone and karst formations, caves with stunning stalactites and stalagmites, and among the world’s most beautiful beaches washed by clear emerald waters teeming with marine life.

Langkawi Fun Map
Langkawi Fun Map

Langkawi, Malaysia is warm and sunny all-year-round. Humidity is high and the annual average temperature is 25C – 32C. The island was named after two Malay words – ‘lang’ (eagle) and ‘kawi’ (reddish brown), hence the imposing eagle statue at Dataran Lang (Eagle Square), welcoming visitors who arrive on the island through the Kuah Jetty.

There’s so much to see and to do in Langkawi; diving and snorkeling in the pristine water filled with rich marine life tops the list for most people. You can also take a cable car ride up the mountain that offers a breathtaking 360 degrees panoramic view of the islands, the rural lowlands and the seas as far as Thailand. For nature lovers, you can explore the lush forests and appreciate the unique wildlife of the islands from a different perspective.

Public transport on Pulau Langkawi is limited, so you usually need to call a cab or rent a car, motorbike or bicycle – all are readily available.

There’s a huge variety of food available on Pulau Langkawi, ranging from cheap and good hawker food to a splurge for gourmet food in the restaurants. The famous laksa is not to be missed.

Langkawi, Malaysia is a duty-free shopping destination. Other than cameras, branded items, electronic gadgets, shop for lovely silk batik, handicraft and local products, especially those from the fishing villages.

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13 Responses »

  1. Johnny Ong on May 20th, 2007 at 5:17 pm:

    maybe u cld start a small column on first class travel in msia. am sure lots of ppl wld like to pamper themselves in such travels (1 of them is me)

  2. pktan on May 22nd, 2007 at 10:10 pm:

    Hi Johnny, That’s definitely a good idea. But i hardly have any epxerience in flying with 1st class :) ) heh, the closest I got to is a free upgrade to Business class many years ago.

  3. Jayce Ooi on August 7th, 2007 at 2:31 pm:

    I can contribute some of Langkawi photo if you need. :)

  4. pktan on August 8th, 2007 at 8:04 am:

    Hi Jayce, That will be great : )) Let me know what i can use : ))

    Hmm, maybe you will like to join the “Malaysia Photos” Flickr group ( you can find the link near the top right MTG Logo ), host your photos there ^^ I will go grab them !

    Thanks alot.

  5. methasit on January 15th, 2008 at 3:44 am:

    I am planning to visit Langawi during CNY with some friends. From JB, where can I book the ticket? We are a group of 4-5 persons.
    Thanks,
    Regards,
    Methasit

    Note: We are coming from JB.

  6. Sudden on January 24th, 2008 at 8:21 am:

    methasit, I also plan to travel to Langkawi during CNY from Spore. Not sure how can we arrive there.

  7. venus on January 26th, 2008 at 3:38 pm:

    Hey there,

    I am planning to go to langkawi island during chinese new year. But im looking for good accomodation with reasonable price. Does anyone wont mind to share it with me?

    Merci beaucoup=)

  8. MIKO on April 17th, 2008 at 12:37 pm:

    i’ve been to langkawi n its tottaly fun

  9. Abdul Hafiz Mohamad on May 15th, 2008 at 10:43 am:

    Great guide. Nice introduction. Perhaps information on the accommodations there would be nice be great add.

  10. Rajan on May 22nd, 2009 at 3:24 am:

    I would like to travel to Langkawi from 05/06/09 to 07/06/09
    please advise on travel mode, hotel facilities/charges and local tour

    contact details and etc

  11. Satadru Sen on June 5th, 2009 at 10:13 am:

    Hi, I would like to stay at Langkawi from 02OCT09to 04OCT09
    Please advise some budget beach hotes and local tour .

  12. stella on July 31st, 2009 at 6:34 am:

    sounds totally awesome and i love the map. Im going there soon!

  13. saima on October 31st, 2009 at 6:23 pm:

    hey thanks the information is awesome!!. i will be travelling malaysia by airaisa from 2nd to 9th nov, i want to visit KL, penag & lakawai. need your advise on low cost accomodation, transport and sight seeing. my husband n my 7th month baby will be with me. can you reply me fast, cause i ve not made any plan but running out of time now/

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