About Langkawi

This gorgeous cluster of 99 islands lies on the Andaman Sea, just south of Thailand. Langkawi, noted for its legends and beautiful views, is the most developed in the group. It has good beaches, abundant marine life and offers an idyllic retreat from the urban jungle. A duty-free port, this island of scenic, tranquil landscapes, has become a favorite destination for local and international visitors alike. Langkawi is accessible by ferry from either Kuala Kedah (75 minutes) or Kuala Perlis (45 minutes). Ferries usually leaves on the hour from 7.00 am to 6.00 pm. Both ferry terminals offer ample parking facilities at just RM5 per day.

You can also easily reach this island via Malaysia Airlines or Silk Air in about one and a half hours from Singapore. It takes less than that from Kuala Lumpur via Malaysia Airlines or Air Asia. Numerous international airlines offer non-stop flights to either Kuala Lumpur or Singapore from Asia, Australia, the Middle East, Europe and North America.

Your first glimpse of the island from the air reveals a tranquil hideaway with shimmering blue waters, sun kissed beaches and swaying casuarinas trees. This tropical paradise's landscape is painted with miles and miles of white sandy beaches, marbled mountains, vast paddy fields and rural villages, secret caves, and pockets of virgin rainforests dating back millions of years. Langkawi is a feast for your eyes and your soul. There are lots of enjoyable activities that you can do during your stay in Langkawi.

Langkawi limestone cliffs and caves are geological masterpieces, believed to be 500 million years old. The island is home to some of the oldest mangrove river swamps and ancient rainforests where rich flora and fauna abound. This beautiful mystical island has its own legends and there are some fascinating stories connected to several tourist attractions.


 Langkawi 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).

The islanders are Malay, Chinese, Indian and Thai descent and many still live a languid lifestyle, reminiscent of their ancestors. Islam is the dominant religion, although there is freedom of worship. The official language is Bahasa Malaysia, but English is widely spoken.