The Langkawi archipelago consists of 99 islands.

Langkawi situated in the Andaman Sea, south of Thailand. Tourist flock here for the delightful beaches, superb resort and refreshing nature-based activities. The best beaches include Pantai Cenang, Burau Bay, Pantai Kok and Pantai Datai. Accommodation ranges from world-class resorts such as the Four Season Resort, The Datai and The Andaman to affordable family chalets and facilities for budget travelers. Do visit www.mytourguidemalaysia.com for more information that will update frequently.

Pulau Payar Marine Park, Langkawi

Pulau Payar Marine Park Langkawi situated 20km south of Langkawi is a popular diving and snorkelling site. Boats from Langkawi take day trippers to the park whre there is a viewing platform for relaxation between underwater adventures.

Langkawi is duty-free island, offering an attractive range of goods. Shops in main town of Kuah and the Langkawi International Airport offer the island's best shopping.

Transports to Langkawi

Ferry services operate during daylights hours from Kuala Perlis and Kuala Kedah on the mainland, to Langkawi and from Penang to Langkawi. Malaysia Airlines, the national carrier, operates daily direct flight to Langkawi from Kuala Lumpur. In addition, the budget carrier Air Asia flies to Langkawi from Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok. Other airlines that fly to Langkawi include Firefly (from Kuala Lumpur) and Silk Air (from Singapore)

Most of tourist agree that Langkawi's biggest attraction is its nature.

Rice field with with grazing buffaloes give the island its rustic appeal. The landscape of the island are characterised by limestone outcrops blanketed in an emerald rainforest. A host of nature-based adventures await the visitors. Go on fascinating boat ride through the mangroves. The rare experience of feeding eagles to their natural setting is the highlight of the trip. In the vicinity are larege caves ; roosting grounds for thousand of fruit-eating bats.

Alternatively, discover the rainforest or take the ride od a lifetime, on the thrilling rainforest canopy adventure. Tourist can go on self-guide walks to Seven Wells (Telaga Tujuh) and swim in the mountain pools. Take the Langkawi Cable Car to the summit of Gunung Mat Cincang at 700m for a spectacular view of the islands including neighbouring Thailand.

Sailing is a popular activity with first-class marinas providing berths for many international yachts. Yachts chartes of varying duration. are possible. Explore sea caves, deserted beaches, mangroves and freshwater lakes. Sunset cruises on luxury motorised and bare-boat charter yachts combine to make Langkawi a year-round sailing destination.