Best Things to Do in Malaysia

Langkawi Cruise$$$$$

Sunset Cruise by Fantastic Tour

Spend an evening floating upon Langkawi’s turquoise water, surrounded by steep-sided islands on this 3-hour sunset cruise. Once clear of the main island, staff drop a large net at the rear of the boat for guests to climb down and enjoy a “saltwater jacuzzi”. Other activities include a photo-stop for selfies with Langkawi’s iconic Eagle Square and a karaoke machine. Because every party needs a feast, the cruise includes free-flow drinks and a set barbecue dinner.

Langkawi BeachFree

Black Sand Beach (Pantai Pasir Hitam)

Located on Langkawi’s north coast, Black Sand Beach is remarkable for its marble-textured black and white beach sand. Several theories claim to explain the two-toned beach, from local folklore about a battle between land and underwater kingdoms, to scientific studies revealing the presence of minerals washed down from Mount Raya.

Langkawi BeachFree

Pantai Rekreasi Kastam

Only a 10-minute drive from luxurious beach Tanjung Rhu, the lesser known Pantai Rekreasi Kastam offers an equally pristine beach lined with comfy lounge chairs under colorful beach umbrellas. Located beside the prestigious Four Season’s Resort’s private beach, visitors here can indulge in a world-class beach without the price tag.

Langkawi ParkFree

Taman Lagenda (Lagenda Park)

50-hectares of elaborate, landscaped gardens between Langkawi's mascot, Eagle Square, and Pekan Rabu Pier. The parklands are most famous for the 17 colorful larger-than-life sculptures depicting local legends and folklore stories. The park entrance features a stone wall portraying the tectonic plate movement that formed Langkawi and a map of the UNESCO-protected island. Also, in the parklands are shaded pathways, 4 man-made lakes, and a quiet sandy beach where locals come to picnic.

Langkawi ReligiousFree

Wat Tham Kisap

A temple with a towering golden Buddha statue would be a major tourist draw in most Southeast Asian cities. But in Langkawi, Wat Tham Kisap and its ornate statues are hidden down a quiet backroad, unbeknownst to many locals. The intricate and brightly colored temple complex is built into a limestone cliff, with a small cave located at the back the main prayer hall.