Pantai Cenang (Chenang Beach)

Pantai Cenang is the most popular place to leave for a jet-ski tour to explore the nearby islands. Jet-skis are also available for short-term hire while other watersports available include banana boat rides, parasailing, and kayaking.

Hungry beachgoers don't have to wander far for a satisfying meal. The beachfront main road is lined with international restaurants like Mexican, Thai, Italian, and Chinese cuisines. Shoppers can indulge in the several duty-free shopping outlets and local clothing and souvenir vendors.

Look Around

Main street opposite beach entrance

Signage at main entrance - a popular photo spot

Beach-goers watching the sunset

Main entrance at public square

Main stretch of beach

A classic Pantai Cenang sunset

Tropical palm tree feels

Main stretch of beach

Who Will Like Pantai Cenang

Relaxation Guru

Spread a towel on the sand to soak up some vitamin D while admiring dreamy views of the island-speckled sea. Later, plonk down on a bean bag and sip your favorite cocktail while waiting for a colorful sunset.

Nightlife Star

Pick your favorite beach bar or try out a few to party the night away with cheap drinks, neon lights, and good music.

Thrill Seeker

Hire a jet-ski to fly over some waves, take a short banana boat ride, or soar above the crowds while parasailing.

Fun Expert

Spend a day at the beach with your family and friends. Play some beach sports, go for a swim, or simply chat under the shade of a coconut tree.

Insider Tips For Pantai Cenang

• Jet ski tours are best booked online to avoid being scammed by local vendors.
• Always rent jet-skis from reliable vendors, like Mega Watersports, who provide evidence of permits and insurance to avoid being scammed.
• Expect to pay around RM200 (USD$42.96) per person for on-beach parasailing, RM250 (USD$53.69) for 30-minute jet ski hire, or RM30 (USD$6.44) per person for a banana boat ride. Jet ski tours should cost around RM650 (USD$139.60) for 1 rider or RM700 (USD$150.34) for 2 riders for a 3-hour tour visiting 4-5 islands.
• Try Yellow Beach Bar or Mali Mali Beach Bar for delicious cocktails.

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Food & Drink

Some beachfront bars like Yellow Beach Café serve meals like pizza, salad and steaks. The main road opposite the beach entrance, Jalan Pantai Cenang, is lined with dozens of restaurants with options including seafood, Indian, Mexican, Italian, Thai, Chinese, and local Malay.

Backstory

Pantai Cenang has been one of Langkawi's main tourist hubs since 1986 when the Malaysian government announced a plan to transform the local fishing island into a major tourism destination. Pantai Cenang is the most developed beach along Langkawi's west coast.

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