Joanna James
Langkawi, Malaysia possesses a level of uniqueness which is unmatched elsewhere in the country. To the curious traveller out there, Langkawi’s islands which number around 100 offer both tranquil and action-packed getaways that you will learn to appreciate with time.
Should you be a traveller keen to embrace and be one with the glorious environs of a tropical island setting, then nothing should deter you from making plans to holiday on Pulau Bumbon. Easily reachable via a 10-minute boat ride from the Kuah jetty, Pulau Bumbon promises hours of peaceful unwinding on inviting stretches that look out across rocky outcrops and tinges of greenery.
Translating to the ‘Isle of the Pregnant Maiden,’ owing largely to the overall shape of the island, Pulau Dayang Bunting is the 2nd largest island in Langkawi and in short, an adventure traveller’s dream destination. The island’s lake is excellent for a refreshing dip while the cave called Gua Langsir is where you can set about combing through its nooks and corners in search of a large population of bats. In terms of getting here, know that you can schedule a boat ride from Kuah jetty that will not take more than 15 minutes.
Coming off as one of the smaller islands that you will encounter as you traverse through Langkawi, Pulau Singa Besar is a wildlife reserve replete with numerous species to admire. These include birds, deer, monkeys, lizards and snakes. Featuring mangroves and rock formations that combine in enhancing its appeal and presence, Pulau Singa Besar also paves the way for overnight camping to be had for which prior approval from the local government must be obtained.
A trip to Rebak Island will be a wise investment of your time and energy for there will be much to do and see here. Boasting some of the top resorts in Langkawi such as for example, Rebak Island Resort & Marina, Langkawi from where you may engage in a number of outdoor leisure facilities, this island measures a mindboggling 158 hectares. Therefore, if you are in the mood to treat that special someone to a romantic outing or catch up with your best friends over some paddleboarding and kayaking, Rebak Island is your answer. What’s more? As at the time of writing, Rebak Island lays claim to Malaysia’s sole fully-equipped marina.
Happen to be searching for prime conditions in which to delight in a few hours of diving and snorkelling? Then look no further than the brilliantly positioned Pulau Payar Marine Park. Made up of four islands covering two nautical miles, Pulau Payar Marine Park is a haven for experiencing some of the most treasured marine mammals that inhabit the waters off Langkawi. Though closed off to visitors annually during March to May for the sake for preserving the rich biodiversity contained within its boundaries, the said attraction accommodates the whims of both adults and kids with a slew of tour packages to select from. The Park can be reached either in a catamaran or speedboat that will exhaust as much as 45 minutes from Kuah.
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