stunning holidays in Langkawi
The azure Andaman Sea surrounds the stunning island of Langkawi, the largest of 99 islands in this part of Malaysia. Like something from a movie, Langkawi’s forested hills run down towards gleaming golden beaches. Traditional wooden houses, hotels, and restaurants resemble treehouses amidst the sturdy branches of ancient forests, and colourful bar shacks line the beachfronts. This is the ultimate destination for a totally relaxing break!
Much like the large island of Borneo, Langkawi is home to some super ancient rainforests teeming with mischievous orangutang, screeching cicadas, and shrieking pygmy monkeys. Keep an eye out for pythons amongst the mangroves and large bat colonies hidden deep in the caves of this ancient rock formation. This is a wildlife lover’s dream escape, with a plethora of flora, fauna, and formidable creatures within the folds of the forest.
Langkawi’s beaches are world-famous for sand that looks like ground silver and warm turquoise seas. With sea temperatures constantly around 30 degrees Celsius, the water is beautifully inviting. Keep an eye out for jellyfish, although many beaches have jelly-resistant nets out to sea. If you’re looking for a tropical beach paradise to contrast with your busy life, a trip to Langkawi’s beaches is a must!
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Other ideas for your trip to this jaw-droppingly beautiful island are:
- Take a tour around the outskirts of the island by hiring a jet ski. Seeing this island from the sea gives you a better perspective of your surroundings, and if you’re feeling adventurous, head out to the smaller islands dotted in the seas surrounding Langkawi.
- If you want somewhere to read, nap, and picnic in peace, head to the quieter beach of Tanjung Rhu on the Northern shoreline. The blue-green waters are perfect for a dip, and it has some of the most scenic island views on all Langkawi.
- Usually associated with ski resorts, Langkawi has its own cable car. The Langkawi Skycab lifts you above the dense canopy of rainforest and up the side of the steep mountain of Gunung Machincang. At the top, a viewing platform gives outstanding panoramic views of the island.
- Trek through the dense jungle to the stunning Telaga Tujuh waterfalls. Not only are they a welcome sight after a humid walk, but the seven pools are associated with the island’s folk tales of fairies and magic…. so, keep your eyes peeled!
Langkawi is one of the most beautiful islands in the world, so contact us today to enquire about a holiday in paradise!
The Langkawi Sky Bridge
If you have a head for heights and want the best view of this breath-taking island, then head to the Sky Bridge. A 2.2-kilometer journey in a glass bottomed gondola takes you high up in the green-covered mountains to Top Station, high above the island’s ancient treetops. There you can cross the Sky Bridge, the world’s longest free span curved bridge at 125-metres long. The cable stayed bridge is one of the most popular destinations on the island as it affords 360-degree views of emerald forest, azure waters, and silver beaches!
To make the most out of your trip to Langkawi and the surrounding islands, we recommend a Twin or Multi Centre Holiday so that you can visit multiple islands in one trip! Contact us today and let our experts help tailor-make a dream Malaysian itinerary that you will reminisce about or years to come!
