TRANSPORTATION

HOW TO GET THERE?

ARRIVAL BY AIR

For tourists with a little more budget to spare, you can just fly in to Langkawi. The island boasts an international airport that can accommodate B747s with the capability to handle 2.5 million passengers annually and 1,000 passengers during peak hours. Located in Padang Mat Sirat, the airport is about 20km from Kuah town and 8km from the beach resorts in Pantai Cenang. Direct air services from Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Singapore are provided by Malaysia Airlines, Firefly, AirAsia, Silk Air and Berjaya Air. There are also direct or connecting international flights to Langkawi from Finland, Korea, Kazakhstan and Russia. Please check with your airline agents for current scheduling.

Firefly Firefly is Malaysia's first community airline, flying from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang 8 times a week, from Penang 7 times a week, and from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) once a week to Langkawi. Wholly owned by Malaysia Airlines, Firefly operates on the basis of incredible value as well as convenient flight timings. For reservations, please contact: Firefly Tel: +603-7845 4543 www.fireflyz.com.my

Malindo Air Malindo Air is a joint venture airline between Malaysia and Indonesia (MALaysia - INDOnesia). The airline offers low-cost fares to and fro destinations in Asia like Malaysia, Bangladesh, India, Indonesia and Thailand. Malindo Air flies daily to Langkawi  with increased frequency in the near future. For reservations, please contact:  Malindo Air Tel: +603-7841 5388 www.malindoair.com

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) MAS is the largest national carrier that flies 36 times per week from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to Langkawi. Expect exclusive service and bespoke comforts to suit your travelling needs from Malaysia’s largest domestic air carrier. For reservations, please contact:  Malaysia Airlines Tel: +603-746 3000 www.malaysiaairlines.com

AirAsia Travelling on AirAsia can be cheap and could get cheaper if you plan ahead and get a promotional fare. AirAsia flies from Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT) Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) 65 times a week, from Penang 8 times a week, and from Singapore 7 times a week to Langkawi. Check out their website for flight schedules and ongoing or upcoming promotions. For reservations, please contact: Air Asia Tel: +603-202 7777 www.airasia.com

Berjaya Air With a growing reputation for versatility, efficiency and impeccable professionalism, Berjaya Air offers smaller aircrafts with limited passenger capacity, catering to the niche market of private and personalised comforts. Berjaya Air flies out 4 times a week to Langkawi from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang. For reservations, please contact: Berjaya Air Tel : +603-7845 8382/ 7845 8378 www.berjaya-air.com

SilkAir As the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, SilkAir serves the short-haul destinations in the Singapore Airlines Group network with a presence in the airline markets of Southeast Asia, North Asia, West Asia and more. SilkAir flies to Langkawi 4 times a week and departs from Terminal 2 of Changi Airport. 123 For reservations, please contact: SilkAir Tel: +603-2692 3122 www.silkair.com

ARRIVAL BY SEA

If you’re on a budget or want to have a different travel experience, ride the waves to Langkawi! Ferries and cruises to Langkawi offer tourists the unique and natural experience of travelling over water to the mystical islands of Langkawi.

Ferry The ferries operate four routes to Langkawi from Kuala Kedah, Kuala Perlis, Penang and Satun, Thailand around the clock – all onto the Kuah Jetty of Langkawi. Ferries are running daily every 45 mins (Kuala Perlis) from 7.00am - 7.00pm. The time it’ll take to ferry to Langkawi varies, according to where you’re travelling from, ferry operator and sometimes the weather. Usually it will take you from as soon as 1 hour to sometimes over 2 hours to get there. From Kuala Kedah Fare Type Adult Economy Child Economy One Way RM 25.00 RM 17.00 Return RM 46.00 RM 34.00 Details Open Frequency* Duration* 7am - 7pm Daily, 10 trips per day or, once every 45 minutes Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes * The above rates & time schedule are subject to changes without prior notice. For details please contact: Kuala Kedah Office Ticket Counter 04-762 6295 From Kuala Perlis Fare Type Adult Economy Child Economy One Way RM 25.00 RM 17.00 Return RM 46.00 RM 34.00 Details Open Frequency* Duration* 7am - 7pm Daily, 10 trips per day or, once every 45 minutes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes * The above rates & time schedule are subject to changes without prior notice. For details please contact: Kuala Perlis Office Ticket Counter 04-985 1899 From Penang Fare Type Adult Economy Child Economy One Way RM 60.00 RM 45.00 Return RM 115.00 RM 85.00 Details Open Frequency* Duration* - 2 trips per day Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes * The above rates & time schedule are subject to changes without prior notice. For details please contact: Penang Office Ticket Counter 04-264 2088 From Satun, Thailand Fare Type Adult Economy Child Economy One Way RM 30.00 (Thai Baht 300.00) RM 25.00 (Thai Baht 230.00) Return RM 60.00 (Thai Baht 600.00) RM 46.00 (Thai Baht 460.00) Details Open Frequency* Duration* - 3 trips per day Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes * The above rates & time schedule are subject to changes without prior notice. For details please contact: Satun Office Ticket Counter (6674) 725 295

Cruise A novel way to take a holiday to Langkawi is by cruise ship. Cruises are of varying durations depending on the ports of call en-route to Langkawi. For enquiries on cruise packages, contact your travel agents or these cruise liners for enquiries and reservations: Starcruise Tel: +603-301 1313 Empress Cruise Line Tel: +603-466 7888

LANGKAWI FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Let's Join And Give Support

Langkawi is a statuesque island of grace and beauty, however that does not mean she does not know how to let loose and live it up. Malaysia celebrates a number of annual religious festivals, so penciled into Langkawi’s social calendar is an array of prominent cultural festivals. The standard Hari Raya, Chinese New Year, Deepavali and Christmas celebrations are celebrated with pomp and circumstance but the island also commemorates a number of minor religious festivals. In addition to that Langkawi hosts some interesting, home-grown sporting events including the Langkawi International Maritime And Aerospace (LIMA) , Iron Man Langkawi, Le Tour De Langkawi, Festival Kraf Langkawi and even the quirky Fire Extinguishing Competition.

1.     IRONMAN LANGKAWI MALAYSIA

The iconic IRONMAN® brand and event series is the largest participation sports platform in the world. Since the inception of IRONMAN® in 1978, athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE® by crossing finish lines at the world’s most challenging endurance races. Now it’s in Langkawi.

2.   LANGKAWI INTENATIONAL MARITIME AND AEROSPACE (LIMA)

The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition is the premier destination for aerospace and maritime manufacturers targeting the Asia Pacific growth markets from the defence, enforcement, civil and commercial sectors. For nearly 25 years. LIMA has been serving exhibitor needs by assembling key decision makers and specifiers from across the region for this biennial 5 day event

3.   LE TOUR DE LANGKAWI

Cast into epic battles from the start, another world-class peloton is expected for the 19th edition of Le Tour de Langkawi (LTdL) will be kept on their toes from start to finish. Set to cover a total distance of 1,506.5km over 10 stages, the UCI 2.HC (hors category) race featuring again as one of the biggest events on the UCI Asia Tour calendar, will also bring viewers through a myriad of breathtaking sceneries on offer in Peninsula Malaysia.

4.   FESTIVAL KRAF LANGKAWI

Various activities are held each year campaign to attract visitors come to Langkawi Craft Complex and buy handicrafts made in Malaysia. In addition, it can nurture and cultivate the attitude of loving art craft heritage of Malaysia.

                                                     

5.   NAMINARA KOREA @ NATURALLY LANGKAWI

Smart partnership programme between two islands to promote tourism through culture exchange. This is 2nd edition of the programme consist cultures, arts, foods, and tourism.

6.   LANGKAWI INTERNATIONAL REGATTA PERDANA

Sailors will compete in challenging categories which include Optimist, Lager Full Rig, Laser Radial, Laser 4.7, Int 420 & Wind Surfing, Byte and Big Techno.

7.   LANGKAWI INTERNATIONAL LAKSA CARNIVAL (LILAC)

Sample the traditional rice-noodle delicacy, savoring the distinctive flavors typical for various regions of Malaysia. Spiced-up with secret ingredients, no dish tastes as the other. Get great recipes from local and international Laksa Masters, join a Video & Photo Laksa contest, or have fun when participating in the Laksa Eating Competition. There are also Chefs from Vietnam, Philippine, Indonesia, Thailand and Korea to serve their delicious foods.

WHAT TO DO IN LANGKAWI

IT ISN'T HARD TO PLAN YOUR DAY EXPLORING THIS ISLAND

1. Langkawi Diving

Snorkeling and scuba diving are activities everybody, young or old, experienced or amateur, can do and enjoy. With minimum equipment and preparation requirements, snorkeling especially can be enjoyed as a family since all you need are fins and a mask to get a glimpse at the amazing undersea world. While it is possible to snorkel and scuba dive around the main island of Pulau Langkawi, these activities are best done at the reefs around the Pulau Payar Marine Park, 19 nautical miles off Langkawi Island. A fantastic place some consider on par with Tioman and Redang’s offerings, the simplicity of the setup and arrangement for snorkeling and diving activities here make it incredibly popular for amateur and advance enthusiasts. 

2.   Langkawi Golf

When you tee off in Langkawi, you really cannot get a better view: after all what could be more beautiful than the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea in the distant horizon. Langkawi’s exclusive golf courses, rivalling some of the best in Asia, are amazing putting greens that provide you with world class facilities, in addition to the gorgeous vistas. The island has three courses, all in great locations: Golf Club Datai Bay is where the elite tee of at, Gunung Raya Golf Resort is situated at the base of mythical Raya Mountain and 99 East Golf Club, the first golf club to be built on the island, has a moderately-challenging course, making it perfect for newbies.

3.   Langkawi Sailing

The Langkawi group, with its 104 islands offers great sailing and plenty of protected anchorages. Over the last few years the area has become an established sailing destination with events like the annual Langkawi Regatta, attracting boats from all over the world. Langkawi now has four marinas and several bases offering facilities for yachts around the islands. Some of the marinas are part of resort developments offering all the amenities of first class resort hotels in addition to yacht services

4. Langkawi Spa

The perfect blend of relaxation and exciting activity await you in Langkawi: the island’s sandy coves and gorgeous underwater action make diving and snorkelling favourite activities for the adventurous. Meanwhile those looking to sample the country’s rich heritage can check out Langkawi’s cultural sightseeing spots ranging from traditional mosques like Al-Hana to the legendary tomb of Mahsuri at Kota Mahsuri. However those looking to simply enjoy the island’s beautiful landscape while resting on a comfortable bed under the hands of an experienced masseur can take comfort in the fact that most major hotels offer spa treatments with attractive packages.

5.   Langkawi Sport & Recreation

Langkawi's white sand beaches, sandy coves, crystal clear waters and mountainous interior with lush jungles makes it the ideal place for a variety of sporting and recreational events. The most popular activity here is diving, with Pulau Payar Marine Park hosting an exclusive line-up of diving classes to suit any level, from beginners to advanced enthusiasts. Golfing at one of Langkawi’s high end resorts is also a not-to-be-missed experience for serious putters: after all what could be better than taking a swing with the mountains at your back and the cool sea breezes to keep you company. Besides that horse back riding, sailing, fishing and more are available to keep you occupied during your stay on this west coast jewel.