Langkawi Cruise Port Guide
Photos: Azreey (CC BY-SA 3.0) · via Wikimedia Commons; tourism world, Nur Elya, Ayman Ahmed, Al Hafiz Official, Prashant N · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Malaysia
- Region:
- Asia & Far East
- Coordinates:
- 6.3500° N, 99.8000° E
About Langkawi
Cruises to Langkawi operate from November through March, bringing you to this duty-free island archipelago off northwestern Malaysia during the region's most pleasant weather. The island has been a popular tourist destination since the 1980s, with Pantai Cenang establishing itself as the main beach and tourist hub.
Langkawi offers a mix of natural attractions and cultural sites within easy reach of the port. Kilim Geoforest Park has a 4.7 rating, while the iconic Langkawi Sky Bridge attracts thousands of visitors. Closer to the port, you'll find Recreation Park LUBUK SEMILANG just 1.2 km away, or the Langkawi De Windmills photo spot at 1.7 km. Other highlights include Dataran Lang Langkawi and MAHA Tower for views across the island.
Explore the Region
Langkawi sits within reach of several other major cruise ports. Consider combining your visit with calls to Bangkok, Bali, Colombo, or Busan on a broader Asia & Far East cruise.
Langkawi, officially known as Langkawi, the Jewel of Kedah, is a duty-free island and an archipelago of 99 islands located some 30 kilometres (19 mi) off the coast of northwestern Malaysia and a few kilometres south of Ko Tarutao, adjacent to the Thai border. Politically, it is an administrative district of Kedah, with Kuah as its largest town. Langkawi was developed as a tourist destination in the 1980s, and Pantai Cenang is the island's most popular beach and tourist area.
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Things to do in Langkawi on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: Anand · via Google Maps Bridge
Langkawi Sky Bridge
4.6 (20,659) 15.8 km from port
Curved suspension bridge offering scenic walks between mountaintops high above the trees.
Near: Langkawi SkyGlide (81 m) · Eagle's Nest SkyWalk (385 m)
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Friday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
- 5 · “Breath taking views and an experience of the walk is worth it The cable cars need to be booked to…” — M K
- 5 · “Fantastic views and great wildlife – Fast Lane is a great time-saver! We booked our tickets via Viator (best price…” — Shurrlian Bösch
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Photo: Dr · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Dataran Lang Langkawi
4.4 (18,275) 7.3 km from port
Popular photo spot featuring a huge eagle statue perched over a scenic waterfront plaza.
Near: Tugu Helang (6 m) · Eagle Square (79 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Hot but windy. Great place. Soothing if u come after dusk as it wldnt be hot and place qill be…” — Rocky Van Bauer
- 5 · “Dataran Lang, better known as Eagle Square, is one of Langkawi's most recognisable landmarks and one of the first attractions…” — G&Ts World
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Photo: Shafix Mazlan · via Google Maps Park and Garden
Kilim Geoforest Park
4.7 (6,844) 8.9 km from port
Nature park featuring mangrove forests, lagoons & beaches, with river tours & a floating restaurant.
Near: Langkawi Mangrove Tour By LIC (10 m) · Langkawi Mangrove Tour (28 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “Kilim Geoforest Park is an amazing natural attraction, and I really enjoyed my time there. The scenery is absolutely beautiful…” — M Manel
- 5 · “As a Local Guide who has traveled to many corners of the globe, I can confidently say that Kilim Karst…” — Ozgur Cagri
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Photo: B Lewis · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
MAHA Tower
4.3 (2,483) 6.1 km from port
Near: 7-Eleven #2970 Maha Tower (26 m) · We Hotel Langkawi (181 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 12:00 – 8:00 pm
- Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:00 pm
- Thursday: 12:00 – 8:00 pm
- Friday: 12:00 – 8:00 pm
- Saturday: 12:00 – 8:00 pm
- Sunday: 12:00 – 8:00 pm
- 5 · “Nice landmark and photo spot at Lenkhawi. We came after seeing the eagle square, about 5 minutes apart. Lots of…” — Ram Kris
- 5 · “Visited Maha Tower in Langkawi and had a really nice experience. We went around 5 in the evening and later…” — Prakhar Agrawal
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Tourist attraction
Dataran Cenang
4.6 (778) 10.4 km from port
Near: Pantai Cenang (40 m) · Best Star Resort (953770-U) (48 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “The most happening place & seaside in cenang is at this area..There is a fireshow nearby & lots of place…” — Rashvin
- 5 · “Funky little space right near the beach. There is an entertaining fire show nearby as well as some other performers…” — Rameya Shanmugavelayutham
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Park and Garden
Recreation Park LUBUK SEMILANG
4.2 (655) 1.2 km from port
Near: مسجد حديقة الفواكة (256 m) · Taman Agroteknologi MARDI Langkawi (329 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
- Tuesday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
- Wednesday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
- 5 · “Awesome place for kids. We adults also enjoyed the fruit park. This is one very good attraction in Langkawi. It…” — wasim khan
- 5 · “It's a must visit "Fruit Farm" do not miss it if you are coming to langkawi. A well orgized inside…” — Ahmed Ghaleb
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Tourist attraction
Langkawi De Windmills ( Selfie Park )
4.1 (164) 1.7 km from port
Near: Belikit Massage Gel ( Kota Mahsuri) (111 m) · Villa Sawah Langkawi (198 m)
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Sunday: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
- 5 · “What a beautiful view! Don't miss to visit this place.” — Fauzan K
- 5 · “Nice places to check in memory photo with family The staff really friendly” — kary eu
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Hiking Area
Thousand Memories Eagle Stairs
4.2 (80) 1.8 km from port
Near: Hutan Lipur Lubuk Semilang (19 m) · Dream Forest Cafe (47 m)
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Nice and moderate hike up the summit (800m ascent). Took us around 2 hours to get up to the viewing…” — Julian Springer
- 5 · “Amazing place to feel like you’re really in the jungle. The trail is easy physically, but it’s quite repetitive since…” — Maria Shcherbakova
Map of Langkawi and nearby attractions
Best time to visit Langkawi
Cruises to Asia & Far East mostly sail november to March.
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