ISLANDS

 

 

Pulau Rebak Kecil-Midway between Pantai Cenang and Pulau Rebak Besar, this island is popular with day trippers.The forested beach is sandy for the most part and gets more rocky towards the northern end.There are cahalets for those who want to stay overnight.

Pulau Singa Besar-Its name means "Island of the Big Lion" although physically there's no resemblance.Located 17km from Kuah, Pulau Singa is nestled between the smaller island of Pulau Beras Basah to the west and Pulau Dayang Bunting to the east.The The island wildlife sanctuary where lizards,mousedeer,macaques,eagles and hornbills roam freely.Wooden walkways and paths heve been delineated on the islands shores for nature lovers and a trek around the island takes about 8 hours.

 

Pulau Payar-An island to the south of langkawi which can be reach in about an hour by speedboat, Pulau Payar lies between the smaller islands of Pulau Kaca,Pulau Lembu and Pulau Segantang.It is the only island off the west coast of Peningsular Malaysia that has marine and coral reef like similar to that of the Indian Ocean.Having recently been developed into a marine park, it boasts some of the finest marine life, including the horse-eyed jack,moray eel,clown fish,2 meter long groupers,black-tipped reef shark and black-spotted puffer.Pulau Payar also has the largest number of coral species is Malaysia, among them the Tubastrea micrantha and the semi-precious Antipanthes.The Langkawi Coral Pontoon is moored very near the island where the adventurous can find scuba and snorkelling equipment for hire.For those who prefer to explore the underwater world without getting wet, there is an underwater observertory.Overnight accommodation is not available but camping is allowed with prior approval from Fisheries Department in Alor Setar or from the Head Office in Kuala Lumpur.

Pulau Dayang Bunting-Located 17.6km from Kuah, this island is the second largest island within the archipelago.Its name 'The Island of the Pregnant Maiden' is inspired by the legends which surround the lake (known as Lake Guillemard) or the physical appearance of the island itself which resembles the belly of a pregnant woman.The legend that the lake bestows fertility, although not scientifically proven, only enhances the mystery that surrounds the island.Mangrove swamps dominate the perimeter of the island, while rainforests reign supreme inland.The bird and insect population are high,with over 90 species of birds including the hornbill, kingfisher, drongo,woodpecker and kite.

 

Pulau Tuba-The only inhabited island besides the main island of Langkawi itself, Pulau Tuba allows visitors to experience traditional fishing village life with fishermen returning home in the evenings in their quaint fishing boats.

 

Pulau Tiloi-More recently known as Pulau Bunga (Island of Flowers), this island brings the beauty of tropical flowers through a project managed by the Malaysian Agricultural Research an Development Institude (MARDI), transforming the island into a floral paradise.There are gardens shaded by lofty trees displaying their scents a kaleidoscope of colours.

Pulau Beras Basah-With crystal clear waters and pure white sandy beaches,this is and ideal place to get way from it all.

Pulau Intan Kechil- Like its 'big sister' island, this island is also uninhabited, with a pristine white sandy beach and translucent waters to lure visitors.Great to spend a day at, it is only about 50 minutes by boat from Kuah jetty.

 

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