Apart from pristine beaches, shopping malls, and the iconic Eagle Square, do you know that the island of Langkawi has a lot of awe-striking attractions that need to be unveiled? Here are some of the many hidden charms that are worth discovering…
1. Langkawi Sky Bridge
The Langkawi Sky Bridge is a 125-meter curved-pedestrian bridge, which is set above Mount Mat Cincang, giving a truly fantastic view that will surely take your breath away!
However, the bridge will not function when there is heavy fog, strong winds, heavy rain and other serious weather.
Location: Langkawi Cable Car Station, Oriental Village, Burau Bay, 07100 Langkawi
Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:30am – 7:00pm
Fixed Wednesday: 12:00nn – 7:00pm
Price: Adult, RM55
Children, RM40
Website: http://www.panoramalangkawi.com/
2. Paragliding experience
Fond of extreme activities? Perfect, because Langkawi offers paragliding experience where you will be put at an altitude of 300 meters above sea level and be able to have a magnificent sea view in bird’s-eye view. To make it more fun, try it with your best buddies. Don’t forget to wear sunglasses to prevent the wind and sun from hurting your eyes.
Location: Opposite Bon Ton, Jalan Kuala Muda, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia
Contact: 016-6959298 (English) / 012-3625576 (Chinese)
Price: Package 1 – RM250 (15 minutes)
Package 2 – RM200 (10 minutes)
Package 3 – RM180 (8 minutes)
3. Payar Island
Since Payar Island is geographically located between Penang and Langkawi, this tourist spot offers a very clear sea water where people can be able to see various creatures, thus a perfect place to dive! In fact, the Pulau Payar is also one of the most famous islands in Malaysia. Just be reminded that there are no accommodations on the island, however, tourists can stay in the resorts nearby Langkawi.
Beach Package: Adult, RM150; Children, RM120
4. Ayer Hangat Village
If you think Ipoh and Penang are the ones that brag about hot springs, then you’re wrong for Ayer Hitam Village in Langkawi boasts an extremely rare saltwater spring in the world! The spot provides massage pool in which the water is not an ordinary freshwater but a precious salt hot spring where you can soothe your body. Each private bathroom ranges from RMto RM150 which can accommodate 7 to 8 people.
Location: 16, Jalan Air Hangat, Mukim Air Hangat, 07000 Langkawi
Contact: 04-959 1357
5. Telaga Tujuh (Seven Wells Waterfalls)
As the name implies, Telaga Tujuh, which means Seven Wells Waterfalls, is a natural wonder with seven pools formed at various levels of water streams. The place is perfect for tourists who wish to be refreshed, as the cold water cascades from Mount Mat Cincang. However, the stones are very slippery due to years of erosion.
Location: Mukim Padang Matsirat, Jalan Telaga Tujuh, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
Hours: 10:00am – 4:00pm
6. Durian Perangin Falls
Durian Perangin Waterfalls is a magnificent 811 meter-high waterfalls with 14 tiers where water cascades down the slope of Mount Raya. The falls is best to visit during the rainy season in September or October.
Location: Open 24/7
Contact: 012-4760403
7. Tanjung Rhu Pri
If you’re into a beautiful white-sand beach with clear water, Langkawi got the perfect destination for you! Unlike other famous beaches, Tanjung Rhu is where you can enjoy the pristine beach with less crowd as only a few tourists know and visit the place.
Location: Ayer Hangat, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
Hours: Mon-Sun, 8:00am – 6:00pm
Contact: 017-5693270
8. Black Sand Beach Langkawi
Aside from pristine beaches, Langkawi also boasts of a spectacular black beach! If you’re wondering why the sand at this particular beach is black, well it is due to the mixture of main mineral sands like tourmaline, zircon, and ilmenite that are present on the beach.
Location: Pantai Pasir Hitam, Air Hangat, Langkawi, 07000 Kedah, Malaysia
9. Pantai Cenang
Dubbed as the busiest beach in Langkawi Island for it has countless shops, bars, and restaurants on both sides of the road.
Location: Pantai Cenang, 07000 Kedah
10. Underwater World Langkawi
Though it is an underwater world aquarium, tourists can also see some varieties of birds, reptiles, and amphibians. In addition, there are thousands of deep sea creatures, which you can’t see every day.
Location: Zon Pantai Cenang, Mukim Kedawang, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
Hours: Mon-Sun, 10:00am – 6:00pm
Contact: 04-9556100
Local Price: Kids, RM26; Adult, RM36; Senior Citizens, RM33
Foreign Travelers: Children, RM36; Adult, RM46
Website: https://mylangkawideals.com/product/underwater-world-langkawi/
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