Redang has one of the best beaches in Malaysia and one of the clearest waters.

How to Get There?

• by Air
  
  • Kuala Lumpur - Redang Island (approx 1.15 min)
    Berjaya Air operates daily direct flights to Redang from the Subang Airport in KL and Seletar Airport in Singapore.
• by Land and Sea
  • Kuala Lumpur - Kuala Terengganu (by Bus, approx 6 hours)
  • Merang or Shahbandar Jetty - Redang Island (by Ferry, approx 45 min or 2 hours respectively)
    Merang shouldn’t be confused with Marang which is another small town. Depending to which resort on the island you are going, the ferries go from different jetties. Usually bigger resorts have their own ferries stationed in the jetty.

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Redang Island Map

Langkawi is a versatile holiday destination with world-class infrastructure and facilities: it has modern international airport, excellent roads, marinas, budget hotels, luxurious resorts, superb golf courses and a host of recreational activities.

The name Langkawi is a combination of “Lang” and “Kawi”. “Lang” comes from the local native Malay word helang which means eagle and Kawi means red. In the past, the land was a home to innumerable red-eagles (helang Kawi). A large prominent statue of an eagle situated at the Eagle Square is a popular landmark in Langkawi.

Another tourist spot in Langkawi is the Mangrove forest. The entire Mangrove forest can be covered on a boat ride for about one hour. There is an eagle feeding spot amdist the backwaters where people used to feed the eagles. Thailand can be seen from these backwaters.

Beaches

Langkawi’s idyllic beaches are perfect setting for a fun-filled vacation. Tanjung Rhu Beach, 22 km north of Kuah, is fringed by casuarinas from which the beach gets its name. A perfect place for a picnic, this wide sandy beach offers unmatched pristine tranquility. The sunset at Tanjung Rhu is a spectacular sight.

On the western coastline of Langkawi, lie the beaches of Datai, Kok, Burau Bay and Tengah. You can enjoy a round of gold at Datai Bay’s 18-hole course. Those who wish to spend their day at Burau Bay can enjoy a horseback riding, while visitors to Tengah beach can hire a boat and go island hopping.

Cenang beach is only 3km from Langkawi International Airport and is the most developed of the beach areas housing several luxury class hotels and dozens of budget chalets and restaurants.

How to Get There?

• by Air
  
  • Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi Island (approx 1.15 min)
    Malaysian Airlines operates direct flights to Langkawi from KLIA (Kuala Lumpur International Airport).
  • And budget airline AirAsia operate daily direct flights to Langkawi from Kuala Lumpur LCCT (Low Cost Carrier Terminal) in Sepang.
  • While another budget airline Firefly operates from the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang.
• by Land then Sea
  • Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Kedah/Kuala Perlis (approx 6 hours drive)
    • Regular air-conditioned  buses are available to Kuala Kedah or Kuala Perlis, the main points to reach to Langkawi by ferry. Journey from KL to Kuala Perlis takes about 6 hours.
  • Kuala Kedah/Kuala Perlis to Langkawi (approx 1.30 hours)
    • Express ferries provide regular services daily to Langkawi from both Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis. Journey takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes and 45 minutes respectively.

Map of Langkawi Island

The two main islands are Perhentian Besar (”Big Perhentian”) and Perhentian Kecil (”Small Perhentian”).

Perhentian Island is an ideal place for snorkeling and scuba diving. The islands have been gazetted as marine park, therefore fishing and collecting marine life is strictly prohibited. This also means that the rich diversity of aquatic life has been preserved and it is beautiful to experience.

How to Get There?

• by Air
  
  • Kuala Lumpur - Kota Bharu (approx 45 min)
    Malaysian Airlines operates daily flights to  Kuala Terengganu or Kota Bharu from KLIA (Kuala Lumpur International Airport).
    AirAsia also has daily flights to Kuala Terengganu or Kota Bharu from LCCT in Kuala Lumpur (Low Cost Carrier Terminal).

    Kota Bharu Airport is nearer to Kuala Besut Jetty -  entry point to Perhentian Island - therefore it’s recommended to fly to Kota Bhar.

• by Land and Sea
  • Kuala Lumpur - Kuala Besut (by Bus, approx 7 hours)
    There are daily buses from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Besut.
  • Kuala Besut Jetty - Perhentian Island (by Ferry, approx 45 min or 1.30 hours depending on the boat)

Note: Remember that there are no ATMs or banks in Kuala Besut or on the Perhentian Islands. Visa and Mastercard are only accepted at a few resorts. The closest ATMS are in Jerteh. So have enough cash with you.

If the sea is rough you can be assured of a bumpy ride and you may even get wet. You may need to disembark in shallow water if there is no jetty at your beach, so dress (and pack) accordingly!

Map of Perhentian

Pangkor’s main attractions are undoubtedly the wonderful offerings of its pristine beaches on the western coastline. Golden Sands Beach or Pantai Puteri Dewi is one of the most popular beaches on the island. Located on the northwest of Pangkor, this 1.2 km stretch boasts warm turqoise waters fringed with tall swaying coconut palms. The beach here is ideal for sunbathing and recreational activities.

How to Get There?

• by Air
  
  • Kuala Lumpur - Pangkor Island (approx 1.15 min)
    Berjaya Air operates daily direct flights to Pangkor from the Subang Airport in KL.
• by Land and Sea
  • Kuala Lumpur - Lumut (by Bus, approx 4 hours)
  • Lumut - Pangkor (by Ferry, approx 15 min)

Map of Pangkor Island

The capital city of Penang is Georgetown, it’s a fascinating city with historical buildings and cultural landmarks. To experience the charm of Penang city, take a city tourfor a glimpse into its nostalgic past.

The Komtar tower in Penang

The island is connected with mainland Peninsular Malaysia by the Penang Bridge. The bridge begins at Gelugor on the island and ends in Perai on the mainland.

Penang Bridge

The mainland portion of the Penang state is known as Seberang Perai (formerly known as Province Wellesley), and together with Penang Island and other smaller islands, form the state of Penang.

Popular Spots

Batu Ferringhi is the most popular beach in Penang, situated along the coastal road northwest of Georgetown. There are string of international standard hotels and resorts along the road.

Tanjung Bungah is another beach resort in Penang. The numerous luxury resorts here offer a relaxing seaside vacation.

At the northwestern end of the coastal road lies Teluk Bahang. Its idyllic beach offers a solitary luxury hotel promising a tranquil ambience for those who prefer privacy. Nearby there is a eight-acre garden called Tropical Spice Garden, it has more than 500 varieties of flora from around the world.

How to Get There?

• by Air
  
  • Kuala Lumpur - Penang (approx 1.15 min)
    Malaysian Airlines operates direct flights to Penang from Singapore, Bangkok, Medan, Xiamen and Taipei.
  • And budget airline AirAsia operate daily direct flights to Penang from Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok.
• by Land
  • Penang is accessible by land through Penang Bridge. Direct buses are available from most of the cities of the country.
• by Train
  • KTM or Malayan Railway provides train services to Butterworth from Kuala Lumpur and Haadyai and Bangkok in Thailand.

Location Map

There are eight main villages in Tioman, the largest is Kampung Tekek in the north. The island is densely forested, and it is surrounded by numerous coral reefs thus making it a popular diving spot among scuba divers.

How to Get There?

• by Air
  
  • Kuala Lumpur - Tioman Island (approx 1.15 min)
    Berjaya Air operates daily direct flights to Tioman from the Subang Airport in KL and Seletar Airport in Singapore.
• by Land and Sea
  • Kuala Lumpur - Mersing (by Bus, approx 4 hours)
  • Mersing - Tioman Island (by Ferry, approx 1 hour)

Tioman Beaches

Activities

• Diving
• Snorkeling
• Beach Volleyball

Map of Tioman Island