Langkawi

About Langkawi

Langkawi is one of the simplest Malaysian island holidays: short flights from Kuala Lumpur or Penang, compact roads and plenty of family-friendly activities.

The SkyCab cable car and Sky Bridge are the headline attractions, while boat trips around the Tunku Abdul Rahman islands of Langkawi and the mangroves keep the days full.

The island is duty-free, which makes it popular for shopping, and the west coast beaches such as Pantai Cenang offer the widest choice of dining and accommodation.

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Highlights

• Langkawi SkyCab cable car and Sky Bridge
• Island hopping around Pulau Dayang Bunting
• Mangrove and eagle-watching cruises in Kilim
• Duty-free shopping in Kuah town
• Beach evenings at Pantai Cenang and Pantai Tengah

Attractions and experiences

• Sky Bridge

  A curved pedestrian bridge suspended above the rainforest, reached by the SkyCab cable car.

• Pantai Cenang

  The island's busiest beach strip, with water sports, cafés and duty-free shops.

• Kilim Karst Geoforest Park

  Mangrove boat tours through limestone waterways and eagle feeding areas.

• Langkawi Oriental Village

  The base station for the cable car, with dining and small attractions for families.

Good to know

Language

Malay, with English widely spoken

Currency

Malaysian Ringgit (RM)

Time zone

GMT+8

Best time to visit

December to April for the driest beach weather

Flying time

Domestic – about 1 hour from Kuala Lumpur (sample information)