Langkawi boasts several beautiful beaches, catering to both those who enjoy hustle and bustle and those who seek peace and tranquility. The island offers a wide range of accommodations, from budget lodgings to luxury resorts.
Here are the best beaches in Langkawi in our opinion and a little description of what kind of beaches they are.
Pantai Cenang
Pantai Cenang is Langkawi’s busiest beach and service hub. This long, palm-fringed sandy beach is lined with beach restaurants and bars as well as various hotels. There are also numerous activities on offer, from jet skiing and parasailing to different types of boat rides.
The beach itself is very beautiful, the soft sand caresses the soles of your feet and the turquoise sea completes the paradise landscape. The beach also offers nightlife, with several popular beach bars and spectacular fire shows every evening. Performers skillfully juggle flaming objects, and the flames reach high into the sky.
Tanjung Rhu
Tanjung Rhu, located in the northern part of the island, is a peaceful but beautiful beach. Several picturesque islands are visible offshore, and the beach is part of the Kilim Geoforest Park on the island’s eastern coast.
Amenities on the beach are quite limited. Besides a few resorts, there are a couple of beach restaurants and a few stalls. However, itโs an excellent and beautiful place to relax for those who enjoy tranquility. We thought this was one of the most beautiful beaches on the island and definitely worth a visit. A nice beach to come and spend a peaceful day at the beach. Beach is located about 40 min drive from Pantai Cenang.
Sandy Skulls Beach
Sandy Skulls Beach is a small, quiet beach on the northern coast of the island. There were lots of monkeys playing on the beach and in the nearby trees, and it was enjoyable to watch their antics. The beach has no amenities or nearby resorts, making it an ideal spot for a peaceful beach day.
We were here just before sunset, when there were only a few other people there, who were also leaving. Finally, we were able to enjoy the peace of the beach and watch the sunset all to ourselves.
There is a decent-sized parking area from which a short path through the forest leads to the beach. The beach also has a couple of small shelters providing shade. Due to its tranquility and the delightful monkeys, this was also one of our favorite beaches in Langkawi.
Pantai Kok
Pantai Kok is a peaceful beach perfect for watching the sunset. The surrounding area has several high-quality resorts. Itโs worth noting that the beach is home to numerous tiny crabs that scurry quickly from hole to hole along the sandy shore. There are really a lot of them. Besides the resorts, there arenโt many services on the beach. If you want a quiet resort holiday, Pantai Kok is a good choice. It is about a 25-minute drive from the beach to the Pantai Cenang area.
Pantai Tengah
Pantai Tengah is located next to the busier Pantai Cenang, but it is generally much quieter. The two beaches are practically separated only by a small headland.
There are some accommodation options and other services here, but they are significantly fewer compared to Pantai Cenang. The beach itself is very pleasant and beautiful. If you are looking peace, but still want to stay a short distance from the services of Pantai Cenang, then Pantai Tengah is a great option.
When swimming in the sea, it is worth noting that the waters of Langkawi are known for the presence of jellyfish, and the busiest time for them is the first half of the year, especially from February to March onwards. It is worth asking at your hotel or other locals who can tell you more about the current situation. So this is good to be aware of, especially if you have a strong craving for seawater.
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