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Lazing around on LangkawiLangkawi beach break MalaysiaThe tropical, easy-to-reach island of Langkawi is an island of soft white beaches, waving palm trees, a beckoning blue sea and lots of good restaurants. There’s lots to do on Langkawi, although doing stuff might not be what you had in mind at all.There are interesting museums, you can take a cable car to the top of one of the highest hills of the west coast or go snorkelling in the waters off the little islands around Langkawi. You’ll be staying in a cosy, authentic hotel on Pantai Cengang Beach, one of the two most popular beaches on Langkawi. What better way to end your Malaysia trip than with a couple of days of lazing around on Langkawi… |
| Duration: | 4 days / 3 nights | Accommodation: |
Charming wooden bungalow with sea view. Accommodation category 4 |
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from $359 per person - based on 2 people sharing |
Includes: | 3 nights accommodation with breakfast, return transfer harbour/airport - hotel |
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transfer |
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Day 1From Kuala Kedah or Kuala Perlis on the mainland or from Penang you’ll travel by boat to the island’s ‘capital’ Kuah. Your beach resort is in a lovely location on Pantai Cenang Beach, one of the two most popular beaches on Langkawi. The resort offers lots of activities like jungle tours, sunrise and sunset cruises, snorkelling / kayaking/ fishing trips and boat trips to the surrounding islands but perhaps the first (and only) thing you want to do is just laze about.In the evening you can have dinner at the hotel, but Langkawi island is famous in Malaysia for its good restaurants so there are plenty of alternatives. The beautiful Bon Ton Restaurant just north of Pantai Cenang has an amazing view and the food (fusion) is delicious. You’ll need to take a taxi, but it’s worth the ride. On the east side of the island (from Kuah towards Padang Lalang) we had an unforgettable evening in Barn Thai, hidden away in the mangroves. Every evening there’s a Pasar Malam (market) on Langkawi, just ask at the hotel which village has a market that day. Save your appetite for the market where you can indulge in freshly grilled satay, corn cobs, sweet ‘kuih’ and other Malaysian specialities. Besides lots of food, the market also sells clothing, shoes and toys. |
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Day 2 and 3You could spend the rest of the day chilling out on the beach, but if you want to do something a little more active there’s plenty to do on or in the water like catamaran sailing or kayaking. Further inland you can take a cable car (approximately $4) to the top of the Gunung Mat Chingchang, the second highest mountain on Langkawi, rising up from the dense green rainforest. If you want to discover the underwater world without getting wet, visit the aptly named Underwater World in Pantai Cenang, one of the largest aquariums in Asia. You can also take a snorkelling trip to one of the nearby islands, visit one of the museums or go hiking to the hot springs of Telaga Air Hangat. For more travel tips scroll down to the bottom of this page. |
Day 4After check-out (usually late morning) you’ll be transferred to the airport. If you’d like to extend your Langkawi beach break just let us know on your quote request form and we’ll book a couple of extra days for you.After your days of Lazing around on Langkawi Island, you can take the boat to Penang for our module Rickshaw Ride to the Temples of Penang or, if you fancy a good cuppa, travel on to the Cameron Highlands for our Time for Tea module in the middle of the lush, green tea plantations. Click here for a map of Malaysia. |
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Langkawi Island guesthouse
Langkawi Island guesthouse
Lazing around in luxury on Langkawi
If you want to treat yourself to a bit of luxury and comfort at the end of your Malaysia trip, we’ve selected a special resort on Pantai Tengah, a quite beach not far from the more lively Pantai Cenang on the west side of the island. Your stylish room is set in a beautiful tropical garden and the resort has two beautiful pools as well as the warm blue sea on your doorstep. The staff are very friendly and the food is great, so what more could you wish for? As an added bonus the resort is very eco-minded and energy-efficient in terms of saving water and electricity.
If you want to treat yourself to a bit of luxury and comfort at the end of your Malaysia trip, we’ve selected a special resort on Pantai Tengah, a quite beach not far from the more lively Pantai Cenang on the west side of the island. Your stylish room is set in a beautiful tropical garden and the resort has two beautiful pools as well as the warm blue sea on your doorstep. The staff are very friendly and the food is great, so what more could you wish for? As an added bonus the resort is very eco-minded and energy-efficient in terms of saving water and electricity.
| Duration: | 4 days / 3 nights | Accommodation: |
3 nights in double/twin room in stylish beach resort. Accommodation category 5 |
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from $465 per person - based on 2 people sharing |
Includes: | 3 nights accommodation with breakfast, return transfer harbour/airport - hotel |
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transfer by car or minibus |
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other meals |
Special Stay Langkawi
In the morning you're gently woken by the sun trickling through the wooden shutters, the fresh dew slowly lifting off the lush green trees around you. As you open the doors to your veranda you can hear the crowing cockerels and you’re greeted by the majestic view of endless green rice paddies with the Gunung Raya towering in the background. For our Special Stay we have selected a unique hideaway in the heart of Langkawi. Even if Langkawi isn’t the last destination on your trip, you might not necessarily be looking for a beach break in which case our Special Stay is a great alternative. The Dutch hosts will make your stay here as comfortable as possible in your exclusive, private Malaysian house. The house has all the necessary facilities included a fully equipped kitchen so you can prepare your own meals if you like. You can also hire a car or scooter to explore the island and find a beautiful deserted beach. Everything’s within easy reach.
Your private hideaway among the rice paddies
| Duration: | 4 days / 3 nights | Accommodation: |
3 nights in private traditional Malayan house. Accommodation category 5 |
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from $329 per person - based on 2 people sharing |
Includes: | 3 nights accommodation, return transfer harbour/airport - hotel |
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transfer by car or minibus |
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all meals |
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Travel TipsBest time to travelLike the rest of the west coast, Langkawi is fine to visit all year round. The east coast monsoon does pass over the island in April – October but it’s nowhere near as heavy as in the east. Cooking Want to try your hand at preparing those delicious Malaysian dishes you've been enjoying? Then try a cooking lesson at the Datal resort in the north of the island. Just ask at tour resort reception for more information and bookings. You'll need to book at least one day in advance. Food The island speciality is Mee Gulong, fried noodles with finely chopped prawns, beef, chicken, carrot and cauliflower rolled into a kind of pancake and covered in sauce. The Bon Ton restaurant in Pantai Cenang has fantastic views and great (fusion) food and is just a short taxi ride from your hotel. In the north of the island we had an unforgettable evening in Barn Thai, hidden away in the mangrove forest. Also try the Malaysian snacks at the Pasar Malam, the evening market held daily in different villages across the island (ask at reception for market locations on that day). |
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Action... In the north of Langkawi you'll find the Pantai Rhu, a beautiful little bay with a sparkling white beach and a cave where you can hire canoes and boats. It's great fun. Further west, at Pantai Kok you'll find the Telaga Tujuh, or 'Seven Wells' where you can go follow a hiking trail to a waterfall that crashes down 330ft into seven small pools. For a real thrill, try the 'air trekking experience' (approximately $52), a challenging adventure course high above the ground. Further south is the Langkawi Bird Paradise (admission approximately $6). You can also take a boat trip to one of the nearby islands for a day of snorkelling or diving. |
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Sights & attractions In Pantai Cenang in the southwest visit the Langkawi Underwater World, one of the largest aquariums in Asia and the Muzium Laman Padi where you can find out everything there is to know about growing rice. In the north the Ibrahim Hussein Museum (approximately $6 admission) houses the works of famous Malaysian artists. Pulau Payar You can visit this island on a day trip and go snorkelling or diving along the beautiful reef. Introductory dives are also available. Take note: underwater visibility is poor from July – September. Paradise Islands of the Trang Archipelago (Thailand) A more low-key alternative to the popular Langkawi are the tropical islands of the Trang Archipelago in south-west Thailand. |
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