Golf - Langkawi prides
itself in having two attractive golf courses. Nestled between limestone outcrops
and dripping jungles is the Datai Bay Golf Club and then there’s the Langkawi
Golf Club with its rolling hills and trimmed garden’s closer to Khua town.Horse
Riding
Horse riding - Stables can be found at the northern end of the island and
beach rides prove popular. There are a number of hotels on the island that also
offer horse and pony rides. Ask at the Langkawi Tourist Bureau in Kuah for more
information on the popular activity.
Le Tour De' Langkawi - Le Tour De' Langkawi (February) Modeled after the
'Le Tour de France' this multi-staged race attracts participants from around the
world. Flagged off on the famed Isle of Langkawi, the grueling route traverses
the length and breadth of Peninsular Malaysia and culminates in the capital
city, Kuala Lumpur. The cyclists' physical and mental endurance are tested to
the limit in the 2000km race. Spectators will be able to watch cultural
performances, handicraft displays, variety shows, parade and other associated
entertainment. Join in or just watch...it's exciting no matter if you are a
competitor or spectator.
Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition - Langkawi
International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) Held in October bi-annually
you can see a display of the latest and most sophisticated equipment and
technology of the global aerospace and maritime industries. Both defense and
civil manufacturers display their latest wares, including the worlds most
advanced aircraft and defense systems, to prospective international buyers. But
it is not just business, aerial stunts and demonstrations offer excellent
entertainment while the legendary island of Langkawi provide duty free shopping,
beaches and sea sports.Sailing
Water sports - Other than beach related water activities such as sailing,
windsurfing and jet ski hire, all of which can be found on the island’s beaches
and at beachfront hotels. Langkawi has its own water-sports complex at Pantai
Chenang where one can experience the thrill of zooming down water slides into a
pool at their base.Boat Trip
Boat trips - Nearly all the west coast beaches have places offering
island tours and the like. Some hotels have in-house arrangements offering
similar activities.
Cave Exploration - Cave exploration Some boat trips also offer cave
exploration on their list of things to do. As the islands in the area are
riddled with caves this can be a great ‘family’ outing.Night Activities
Night Activities - Like to try out your skills or swing the night away?
There are a number of nightclubs and discos scattered around the island worth an
evening out.
Pulau Singa Besar - is an island that has been turned into a nature park
come animal sanctuary where visitors can view monkeys, deer, iguanas and
peacocks roaming about freely (no cages). Picnic on the pristine beaches and
enjoy swimming and snorkelling in the surroundings waters.
Taman Lagenda - This scenic park with its beautiful gardens of vivid
local blooms, plants and fruit trees provides a picturesque and fitting backdrop
for buildings showcasing Malaysia's rich cultural heritage.Gua Cherita
Swimming - Swimming and Sailing can be done at almost all the beaches on
Langkawi's west coast. One of the quieter spots is Casuarina Bay on the northern
cape of Langkawi island. Idyllic beaches, such as Pantai Kok, becon one to go
swimming. Perfect for the whole family and a little 'out of the way' it is quiet
enough to find your own secluded spot somewhere on this stretch of yellow sand.
Other popular spots are Pantai Cenang, Pantai Tengah, Datai and Burau Bay,
offering carefree sun filled days and quiet evening strolls or you can rent a
sailing catamaran and scoot across the waves at alarming speeds under
wind-power.
Then of course if you are into the more serious stuff there's always the Royal
Langkawi Yacht Club, based at Latitude : 6° 18.2' N Longitude : 99° 51.1' E Next
to Kuah Jetty, Langkawi. Here you can make arrangements to charter a yacht
either within Malay waters or further afield.
Dive Sites - Dive sites are plentiful in the area and the following are
the more popular ones: Lembu RockThere are plenty of groupers here amongst
numerous other ocean going monsters as well as a number of reef fish etc. Kaca
to be found north east of Payar is where the remains of seven sunken fishing
boats can be found. Barracuda schools, snappers and black-tip reef sharks hang
around here in there hundreds. Lobster Garden as the name implies, this is the
spot to view these crustaceans in their natural environment, rather than on your
dinner plate. Pulau Segangtang. A 10 minute boat ride from Pulau Payar, this
site is rougher than the others, but is good for wall diving and bigger fish
life including barracudas, jacks, leopard sharks and whale shark. This site is
also home to a lot of lionfish. Tyre reef off Pulau Segangtang, is another
popular dive spot.
Jet Skiing - Jet Skiing Although there are a tremendous amount of folk
who are totally against this 'dangerous sport' (dangerous to those swimming in
the water near where folk use these machines) it's popularity in Malaysia is
extensive...so much so that Langkawi holds the National Jet Ski championships
every year. WHEN RENTING A JET SKI PLEASE NOTE: Be aware of others swimming in
the water near the jet ski area...DO NOT use any boats anchored off-shore as
'marker buoys' to zoom around, not only could you hit a yacht or similar vessel
and be liable for VERY COSTLY repairs but there are often divers in the water,
near such vessels, that won't see you till you hit them. |
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