Langkawi
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Malaysia
Langkawi, often referred to as the ‘Jewel of Kedah’, comprises an archipelago of 99 islands. In 2007, this legendary destination earned the UNESCO Global Geopark status. From ancient rock formations to a treasure trove of flora and fauna, the Langkawi Geopark experience is an absolute must for nature enthusiasts. Langkawi is also a duty-free island – the perfect retreat for savvy shoppers.
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Getting Here
Located about 30 km off the coast of Kedah, Langkawi is easily accessible by ferry from Kuala Kedah, Kuala Perlis and Penang. Additionally, direct flights are also available from Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, and Singapore.
- 35 minutes from Penang
- 1 hour from Kuala Lumpur
- 1 hour 20 minutes from Johor Bahru
- 1 hour 30 minutes from Singapore
- 45 minutes from Kuala Perlis Jetty to Kuah Jetty, Langkawi by ferry
- 1 hour from Satun Jetty, Thailand to Kuah Jetty, Langkawi by ferry
- 1 hour 45 minutes from Kuala Kedah Jetty to Kuah Jetty Langkawi by ferry
- 2 hours and 30 minutes from Penang Island Jetty to Kuah Jetty, Langkawi by ferry
- 5 hours from Kuala Lumpur to Penang
- 6 hours from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Kedah
- 7 hours from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Perlis
- 10 hours from Singapore to Kuala Kedah
- 11 hours from Singapore to Kuala Perlis
- 5 hours from KL Sentral Station, Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar Train Station and then 20 minutes to Kuala Kedah Jetty by Taxi
- 6 hours from KL Sentral Station, Kuala Lumpur to Arau Train Station (Perlis)
- 20 minutes drive from Langkawi International Airport
- 45 minutes drive from Kuah Jetty
Attractions
An open-air themed lifestyle complex at the foothills of Mount Mat Chinchang, and home of Langkawi SkyCab and Langkawi SkyBridge.
Gondola-style cable cars, some with glass bottoms, with rides to the peak of Mount Mat Chinchang.
Curved suspension bridge offering scenic walks between mountaintops high above the trees.
A picturesque waterfall and several natural pools draw visitors to this hiking and swimming spot.
Attraction with beginner, intermediate, advanced high-ropes courses and zip lines in the rainforest.
Boasting an expansive young mangrove forest that graces the northern coastline of Langkawi.
The birthplace of Langkawi’s handmade batik. It consists of a batik workshop, batik showroom, art gallery, and handicraft section.
The resting place of a beautiful maiden who was accused of adultery and linked to a subsequent mythic curse on the island.
A unique night attraction that offers the spellbinding fusion of an immersive night walk with multi-sensory technology.
Nature park featuring mangrove forests, lagoons, beaches, with river tours and a floating restaurant.