Langkawi Area Guides

Everything you Need to Know about Langkawi Areas

Langkawi’s beaches and islands are some of the most beautiful in Southeast Asia. Picture this; white sand glistening in the light of the tropical sun, calmed by the gentle sea breeze as gulls and eagles soar in the sky. For sand or surf, you won’t be disappointed with what Langkawi has to offer.

Datai Bay

Hidden by a tropical rainforest, the Datai Bay offers an exclusive retreat for the rich and famous. Some of the country’s most expensive resorts are located such as the luxurious Datai Langkawi Resort. Read More...

Kuah Town

Kuah town regularly receives visitors who flock to the centre to purchase tax-free goods. Kuah is today a hubbub of commercial activity; luxury hotels, business complexes, banks, duty-free shops, and shopping malls litter the landscape. Read More...

Padang Matsirat

Padang Matsirat beach is very peaceful and the waters are usually calm and inviting. The airport is the only point of major activity in this area, Pantai Cenang and Pantai Tengah are located close-by. Read More...

Pantai Cenang

The most popular beach in Langkawi is carpeted by fine, white grains of sand that doesn’t stick to you. Delightful coconut trees and elegant casuarinas line the 2 km (1.2 miles) stretch of sand with resort. Read More...

Pantai Kok

A beautiful sweeping bay, Pantai Kok may be relatively far, but the pay-off is ultimate seclusion in a beautiful, serene beach. Limestone hills with mysterious caves can be explored here with the help of a guide. Read More...

Pantai Tengah

Pantai Tengah is separated from Cenang Beach by a small cape but retains the same quality of sand with an extra degree of quietness. You can rent boats to visit near-by islands. Read More...

Rebak Island

This is a private island owned by the Rebak Marina Resort. The hotel authorities have built their marina while maintaining the island’s natural splendour, preserving the environment and offering eco-tourism activities such as marine park tours and trips into the jungle. Read More...

Tanjung Rhu

Tanjung Rhu, located in the north, is also known as the ‘Casuarina Beach’ for its abundance of Casuarina trees rather than the usual palms and coconuts. Tanjung Rhu is sheltered by the curve of the bay while its waters are shallow and warm. During the low tide, it is also possible to walk across a sandbank to some nearby islands; Pulau Pasir and Pulau Gasing. Read More...

Burau Bay

Mutiara Burau Bay

This stunning beach lined with rocky outcrops is located at the West Coast of Langkawi. Several world-class hotels operate in this area which offers a peaceful and tranquil environment for relaxation and quiet meditation. The near-by Burau island is also a roosting place for migratory birds – a treasure trove for bird-watchers.

Payar Island

A collection of four islands about 35 km (22 miles) south of Langkawi, the waters around the marine park is a dazzling display of corals and aquatic species such as moray eels, rock groupers, black-tip sharks and clown fish (think Nemo). The island is a fantastic place for diving or snorkeling. Land-lubbers who don’t want to set foot in the water can ride in boats with transparent fiberglass bottoms to watch the life below.

Pulau Payar Beach Excursion

The Pulau Payar Marine Park is located off Langkawi Island and is the choice destination for snorkeling and diving activities while here. This little island is a tropical paradise with thousands of colourful fish swimming in the immediate waters by the beach. A coral garden starts several meters away, providing ample snorkeling activities. Read More...

Langkawi Area Guides

Everything you Need to Know about Langkawi Areas

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