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LANGKAWIMystical legends, abundant beaches, duty-freeshopping sprees... the list just goes on. Onthis island shrouded by breathtaking nature,
adventure and plenty of fun, you will find yourown piece of paradise.
MAKAM MAHSURI
Entombed within is the legendaryfallen maiden, Mahsuri, who wasfalsely accused and cursed the islandfor seven generations.
Daily, 9am–5pm
RM10 Adult, RM5 Child. RM7
MyKad, RM2.50 MyKid. Taxi or rental car
www.naturallylangkawi.my
FUN FACT!
Mahsuri’s restored home, a museumand a theatre are also within thecomplex.
IBRAHIM HUSSEIN MUSEUM &
CULTURAL FOUNDATION
The creativity of the late national artist
shines in this modern gallery on a hillclose to Pantai Pasir Tengkorak.
Daily, 9am–6pm
RM12 Adult, Free–Child under 12.
Taxi or rental car
+6049594670
FUN FACT!
It took Ibrahim Hussein 11 years andRM5 million to build the museum,launched in 1992 and opened to thepublic in 2000.
CRAFT CULTURAL COMPLEXCatch local craftsmen at workand don’t forget to bring home amemento or two in gleaming silveror silky batik.
Daily, 10am–6pm
Free
Taxi or rental car
www.kraftangan.gov.my
SMART TIPIt’s worth passing by the nearby PantaiPasir Hitam (Black Sand Beach) onyour way to the Craft Complex.
ART, CULTURE & HERITAGE
GALERIA PERDANA
A collection of gifts received byTun Dr Mahathir Mohamad—theesteemed former Prime Minister ofMalaysia—this astounding galleryanswers the question “What do yougive a man who has everything?”
Daily, 8:30am–5:30pm
RM12 Adult, RM4 Child (6–12). RM2 Camera. RM5 VideoCamera.
Taxi or rental car to KampungKilim
www.jmm.gov.my/en/museum/ galeria-perdana
FUN FACT!
The collection includes a Formula 1 carand an impressive array of vintagecars.
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NATURE, ADVENTURE &THE OUTDOORS
ISLAND HOPPINGVisit Pulau Payar Marine Park, the
legendary Dayang Bunting (PregnantMaiden Lake), the beaches of PulauBeras Basah, and the migratory birdroost Burau Island.
Varies depending on touroperator. Pulau Payar MarinePark: RM5 Adult, RM2.50 Child
Boat schedules depend on touroperator. 45mins–1hr boat fromKuah Jetty→ Pulau Payar
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FUN FACT!Legend has it that the Pregnant MaidenLake boasts special fertility powers—women who bathe in it will most likelyget pregnant easily.
KILIM GEOFOREST PARK
This UNESCO Geopark offers ecotourismactivities like visiting the fish farm,exploring the bat cave, and feedingeagles by the river. Best to go around on
a rented boat, as tours are offered as perrequest and requirements.
Varies. Contact your tour operator.
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FUN FACT!
You can have fresh seafood at the floatingrestaurant called ‘Hole In The Wall’!
LANGKAWI
Stingray feeding at Kilim Geoforest Park© Tourism Malaysia Pulau Dayang Bunting ©Tourism Malaysia
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ORIENTAL VILLAGE AND PANORAMA
LANGKAWI
This colourful Asian-themed villageis your entry point for the cable carride and the Skybridge, one of theworld’s longest curved suspensionbridges hanging from a single pylon.
Taxi or rental car to Pantai Kok
Oriental Village
Daily. Village: 24 hours. Shops/ Eateries: 10am–7pm.
Free
www.orientalvillage.my
Panorama Langkawi (Cable Car &Skybridge)
Mon/Tue/Thu 10am–7pm,Wed 12pm–7pm, Fri-Sun/Public Holiday 9:30am–7pm.
RM30 Adult, RM20 Child2–12. RM15 MyKad, RM5MyKid.
www.panoramalangkawi.com
SMART TIP
Check the weather and the
Panorama Langkawi website formaintenance schedules before yougo to avoid disappointment.
BEACHES
Take your pick of Langkawi’s sandyshores – the main beach Cenangfor water sports and nightlife,Tengah for some quiet, Kok forluxurious moments and TanjungRhu for high-end splurges.
All Day
Free
Taxi or rental car
www.naturallylangkawi.my
FUN FACT! Jet skiing is perhaps the mostpopular water sport in Langkawi.If you want to have water fun instyle, rent a catamaran for a dayfor a lovely sunset cruise. Onboardsaltwater jacuzzi optional.
TELAGA HARBOUR
Enjoy a drink and a stroll along theharbour front, in full view of theyachts in the picture-perfect marina.
All Day
Free
Taxi or rental car
www.telagaharbour.com
FUN FACT! A ferry service shuttles betweenTelaga Harbour Marina and Koh
Lipe, Thailand from October to May.
LANGKAWI
Telaga Harbour ©Tourism Malaysia
Langkawi SkyCab ©Tourism Malaysia
Tanjung Rhu ©Tourism Malaysia
The fun goes on at Pantai Cenang©Nawal Nabila Anuar
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LANGKAWI
Eagle Square, Langkawi’s most famouslandmark
LAMAN PADI RICE GARDEN
Discover rice cultivation from planting to harvesting,
plus the history of paddy, all within an eco-friendly area.
Daily, 10am–5pm
Free.
Taxi or rental car to Pantai Cenang
www.naturallylangkawi.my
SMART TIPTake a guided tour and come in the morning for thepaddy demonstration as it can get hot in the afternoon.
EAGLE SQUARE
The 12-metre high eagle statue facing Kuah Bay
and surrounded by scenic ponds is the symbol ofLangkawi. After your photo op, restaurants andsouvenir and duty-free shops are within walkingdistance, awaiting your visit.
All day
Free
Taxi or rental car to Kuah
www.naturallylangkawi.my
FUN FACT!
The island’s name comes from the words “lang”
(eagle) and “kawi” (reddish brown).
TELAGA TUJUH
Called “seven wells” after the seven pools made bythe waterfalls cascading from Gunung Mat Cincang,Telaga Tujuh is an awe-inspiring natural wonder wherefairies bathe, according to legend.
Sunrise to sunset
Free
Taxi or rental car to Pantai Kok
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FUN FACT!
There are 638 steps to the top waterfall on inclinesranging from 45 to 60 degrees. Telagah Tujuh ©Tourism Malaysia
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Langkawi is a duty-free shopping haven©Tourism Malaysia
Fresh produces and more at livelynight markets ©Tourism Malaysia
THE ZON DUTY FREE
More sweets, snacks, drinks and souvenirs than youcan possibly carry home. Take note of the internationalimmigration rules for tobacco and liquor.
Daily, 9am–7pm
Taxi or rental car to Pantai Cenang www.dfzcapital.com.my
LANGKAWI PARADE
One of the largest duty-free shopping malls on the islandis also home to Langkawi’s popular Teow Soon Huat DutyFree Department Store & Supermarket.
Daily, 10am–10:30pm
Taxi or rental car to Kuah
www.langkawi-parade.com
NOOR CRAFT COLLECTIONS
Ceramic wares at their finest, based in Atma Alam BatikArt Village. Paint a custom piece and bring home ahandmade souvenir.
Daily, 9am–6pm
Taxi or rental car to Padang Matsirat
www.atmaalam.com
NIGHT MARKET
With a different venue every night of the week,Langkawi’s pasar malam (night market) reveals theisland’s full flavour.
Various locations, 5pm onwards
Mon: Ulu Melaka, Pekan RabuTue: Kedawang
Wed & Sat: Kuah
Thu: Bohor Tempoyak
Fri: Ayer Hangat
Sun: Padang Matsirat
Taxi or rental car
CENANG MALL
Langkawi’s new hangout on Pantai Cenang features duty-
free outlets and cafes for chilling out. Right outside, thePantai Cenang stretch boasts independent clothing stalls,unique bars and a spread of international restaurants.
Daily, 10am–10pm. Certain establishments open24 hours.
Taxi or rental car to Pantai Cenang
SHOP
BOOK NOW
LANGKAWI
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Steamboat is a popular choice in Langkawi
Stir-fried chili crab. Yummy! ©Jayne Kam
SEAFOOD
Fresh seafood grilled, baked, steamed, stir-fried or cooked in your choiceof sauce—the advantages of being surrounded by the vast ocean!
Orkid Ria Seafood Restaurant, Rasa Restaurant, Coco BeachSeafood Restaurant, Jala Restaurant
THAI CUISINE
Because of its proximity to Thailand, Langkawi is heavily influenced
by Malaysia’s northern neighbour. Some even swear that Thai food inLangkawi is better than Thailand’s.
The Pavilion, Wan Thai
STEAMBOAT
Also known as hot pot, it is a way of cooking and serving meat, seafood andvegetables by boiling bite-sized ingredients in a metal pot over your tableand taking as much as you like.
Harbour Park Restaurant, Oriental Pearl, Laman Ria
COCONUT SHAKE
Thirst-quenching all day long, it is the perfect mix of coconut juice and
vanilla ice cream. Available from roadside stalls.
Jalan Padang Matsirat
BABYLON BEACH BAR @ PANTAICENANG
Not so much on dining, but thisreggae bar is the ideal hippiegetaway for all. Grab a mat,order a drink and sit on the sandwhilst enjoying the nightly freemovies. The colony boasts severalindependent boutiques, a morningyoga class and even free food
tasting at times.
EAT
DUTY FREE SHOPPINGNo one leaves Langkawi without
a bottle of bubbly or a year’s
supply of chocolates. The deals
are impossible to resist!
From Frequency Fare FromKuala Lumpur 74x Weekly MYR 73
Penang 1x Daily MYR 40
Singapore 1x Daily MYR 99
HOW TO GET TO LANGKAWI
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BIG Points
for free
flights.
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Langkawi Seaview Hotel
Bayview Hotel
Berjaya Resort Langkawi
Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort
The Danna Resort
RECOMMENDED STAYS
Fresh seafood for your picking©Jayne Kam
LANGKAWI
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AM: NATURE AND FAMILY TIME
Take your time exploring funplaces in the western corner of theisland.
• Laman Padi• Underwater World• Oriental Village and Panorama
Langkawi• Telaga Tujuh
PM: LET’S HEAD TO THE BEACH
Escape the mid-day heat bybargain-hunting, then engagein water sports, lounge on deckchairs or simply watch the sun set.
• Pantai Kok• Telaga Harbour• Pantai Cenang
• The ZON Duty Free• Cenang Mall
AM: THE GEOPARK REALM
Explore Malaysia’s Jurassicperiod limestone formations andmangroves, and witness thefeeding of live eagles!
• Kilim Geoforest Park
PM: A BIT OF EVERYTHINGLegends, myths, relics andproducts are all found in Langkawi!
• Mahsuri Mausoleum• Air Hangat Village• Galeria Perdana• Noor Craft Collection• Craft Cultural Complex• Ibrahim Hussein Museum
AM: ISLAND HOPPING
Take your pick from snorkelling orexploring the outlying islands southof the main island in a short daytrip.
• Pulau Payar Marine Park• Dayang Bunting
• Pulau Beras Basah
PM: GET INTIMATE WITH KUAHTOWN
An introduction to what the mainport has to offer!
• Taman Lagenda• Al-Hana Mosque• Eagle Square• Langkawi Fair• Langkawi Parade
ITINERARY
3 DAYS OF
AWESOME
LANGKAWI
Kilim Geoforest Park ©Tourism Malaysia Tanjung Rhu ©Adelino Jr Valenzuela
DAY DAY DAY
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LANGKAWI
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