Destination information
The tropical island of Langkawi lies just off the west coast
of peninsular Malaysia. It has rolling mountains, vast paddy
fields, sleepy rural villages, mysterious caves and pockets
of virgin rainforests dating back millions of years. Best of
all, it has miles and miles of white sandy beaches for you
to relax on. Visit local villages and you can also learn about rice planting, batik
painting and pottery making, and you can buy such local crafts at the
Cultural Craft Complex. On the beach you can try water sports, and a
visit to the Pulau Payar Marine Park reveals coral reefs inhabited by
wonderfully colourful tropical fish.
Star attractions
- Ancient Rainforests
- Coral Reefs
- Local crafts
- Watersports
- White sandy beaches
Events calendar
Important Dates
Feb - Chinese New Year
Mar - Malaysian Grand Prix
May - Wesak Day
Jun - Fifth Moon Festival; The King's Birthday
Aug - National Day
Oct - Hari Raya Aidifitri (Muslim New Year Celebrations)
Nov - Diwali - Hindu Festival of Light
Different destinations have different magic touches so make sure to check them out to see what makes your holiday with us so special.
Getting there
Flight details:Our prices are based on direct Malaysia Airlines flights to Kuala Lumpur departing twice daily from London Heathrow. Onward flights to Penang, Langkawi, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu (Borneo) are also operated by Malaysia Airlines.
For even more flexibility, call us for options to fly with KLM via Amsterdam, Qatar Airways via Doha, Emirates via Dubai, Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi, Thai Airways International via Bangkok or Singapore Airlines via Singapore.
Flight supplements:Malaysia Airlines weekend flight supplements Fri/Sat/Sun per person apply each way at all times.
Flight upgrades:Malaysia Airlines Business Class upgrades available at a supplement per person each way.
Flight time:Approx 12 hours 30 min to Kuala Lumpur (direct).
Approx 50-55 min from Kuala Lumpur to Penang or Langkawi.
Approx 2 hours 35 min from Kuala Lumpur to Borneo (Kota Kinabalu).
Time difference - GMT +8 hours
Language - The official language is Bahasa Malaysia. English is widely spoken.
Currency - Malaysian Ringgit (MYR
)
Visa requirements - British citizens do not require a visa.