Forested hills, white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters greet visitors to tropical Palau Langkawi, the largest of the 99 islands in Langkawi archipelago. Also known as “Legendary Island” thanks to the myths associated with its ancient geological formations, it drifts serenely in the azure Andaman Sea alongside Malaysia. Sample local cuisine at the night markets, hike to dramatic waterfalls or dive into an underwater marine park. Access is available via ferry or flights from Kuala Lumpur. It is also the venue of Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA).
Pulau Langkawi, approximately 30 km from Kuala Perlis, Perlis and 51 km from Kuala Kedah, Kedah. The island is a duty free island where goods such as perfumes, cigarattes, liquor, cosmetics, leather wear and confectionery are sold without duty imposed by the government. Langkawi Mall, Langkawi Fair Shopping Complex and Jetty Point Duty Free Complex are some of the shopping complexes that offer lots of goods for your selection.
Good beaches that you can explore and swim include Kok Beach, Cenang Beach, Tengah Beach and Burau Bay Beach which are all located at the west coast of the main island. Go round the island of Dayang Bunting and experience the cool breeze and breathtaking view of Langkawi.
Once a sleepy backwater hampered by inaccessibility, it comes as no surprise that Langkawi was touted as ‘Malaysia’s best kept secret’. Then in 1987, when the island was granted tax-free status with the intention of promoting tourism, the island’s airport was upgraded and ferry links were increased. Our Langkawi accommodation makes a fantastic base, for many of the recreational activities available to you, from cave and waterfall adventures, to jungle treks deep into the lush forest.
Today the many Langkawi resorts compete with nearby Penang, for the much sought after title of Malaysia’s largest tourist draw. There is a host of Langkawi hotels and 5 star resorts, which line the stunning white sandy beaches of this exquisite Island. Langkawi beach resorts are then without a doubt, the perfect way to experience what has been touted by many, as the true ‘Pearl of the Orient’.
Holiday Villa Beach Resort & Spa Cherating is situated along one of the finest beaches off the east coast in Malaysia. Here is where giant leatherback turtles used to return annually to lay eggs between the month of May to September. These days, the hawksbills and green turtles are more commonly seen during this time of the year.
Visit the Eagle Square, Ayer Hangat Village (Warm Water Village), Kota Mahsuri (Memorial in honour of Mahsuri) and Oriental Village. Try Langkawi Cable Car and see the spectacular view of the area. If you are for fishes but are not able to find the time to do your own diving or snorkelling, visit Underwater World Langkawi at Cenang Beach and experience the more than 5,000 types of aquatic life.
Some of the beautiful scenes of Langkawi as recorded by visitors of this vacation spot