Day Trips & Excursions in Langkawi

If you've just arrived on Langkawi, the tranquil island off the Malaysian coast sometimes called the 'Jewel of Kedah', this full day tour is a great way to get acquainted with the island and learn how to get around. Meet penguins and all sorts of underwater creatures at Underwater World aquarium, learn about local batik printmaking in Atma Alam, and do some exploring and duty free shopping on Cenang Street and in Kuah Town.

Malaysia is a nation with diverse ecosystems, rugged beauty and incredible natural landscapes. Experience them all on this Langkawi Mangrove Forest and Eagle Watch Tour in Tanjung Rha. Float through mangrove forests by boat as you learn about the ecosystem that surrounds you. Navigate waterways and limestone crags as you take in the flora and fauna that make this destination unique. Sample local cuisine with lunch at a fish farm restaurant and then watch various species of eagles being fed.

This fun-filled day trip is the ideal way to get an overview of Langkawi for visitors short on time. You'll visit a cable car, waterfalls, beaches, and traditional handicrafts villages, and more, which is much more than you could fit in if traveling independently. Learn about the nature and culture of Langkawi from a knowledgeable local guide.

The two best times to experience nature in the rainforest are dawn and dusk, when the air is cool and the wildlife at its most active. Choose between sunrise and sunset to explore Langkawi's pristine rainforest. Hiking with a local guide, discover medicinal plants, unique habitats, and the serene beauty of the jungle at rest. Your tour includes tea, snacks, and door-to-door round-trip transfers from selected hotels.

Ride the Langkawi Sky Cab to the summit of Mount Machinchang on a full-day tour that combines some of Langkawi highlights, with plenty of time to shop for traditional batik cloth and duty-free goods. Visiting several top duty-free shopping spots is perfect for finding a wide selection, and round-trip hotel transfers means that you'll end the day at your doorstep without the hassle of transporting your purchases.

Explore the colorful underwater world of the Pulau Payar Marine Park on this great day trip from Penang. Spend the day snorkeling and swimming, plus enjoy a scenic ferry ride between Penang and Pulau Payar. All equipment, a savory buffet lunch of Dominican fare, and round-trip transport from your hotel is included in this fantastic tour!

If there's one Langkawi experience you really shouldn't miss, it's island hopping. So don't leave it to chance. Book ahead for this classic tour that includes watching eagles feeding, floating in the freshwater lake on Dayang Bunting Island (entry at own expense), and relaxing on Pulau Singa Besar and Beras Basah Island. Your cruise includes door-to-door round-trip transfers from selected hotels.

Spare yourself the hassle of wrangling transport and negotiating with boatmen on this comprehensive mangrove tour. Cruise through the mangroves on the Kilim River as you learn about this delicately balanced ecosystem. Along the way, see eagles being fed, explore caves full of bats, visit a floating fish farm, hand-feed stingrays, and enjoy lunch. Tour includes round-trip transfers from the port and selected hotels.