Here are 10 reasons why you should do a Langkawi yacht charter and explore this magical place for yourself; see more at: http://www.simpsonyachtcharter.com/5-reasons-to-do-a-langkawi-yacht-charter-part-1/

1. Reasons to do
a Langkawi yacht charter
Here are 10 reasons why you should do a Langkawi yacht charter
and explore this magical place for yourself

2. Spectacular sailing amongst
picturesque islands
• A perfect way to explore all the
islands.
• Perfect for cruising at sunset or
for a spot of island-hopping.
• A favourite destination for many
sailors with world class marinas,
as well as playing host to the
annual Royal Langkawi
International Regatta.
• The opportunities to enjoy this
beautiful place by yacht are
numerous from swimming in
tranquil bays fringed by sandy
beaches to going ashore to
enjoy a picnic amongst the
mysterious mangroves.

3. See for yourself Southeast Asia’s first
UNESCO World Geopark.
• The archipelago of Langkawi
was declared Southeast Asia’s
first UNESCO World Geopark
in 2007
• With over 500 million years of
geological history.
• The islands were shaped by
plate tetonics, ocean
movement and volcanic
activity to shape the islands .
• Along with such diverse
habitats coexisting from rain
forests to tidal flats, a
Langkawi yacht charter is
truly an unforgettable
experience.

4. Learn the local myths and legends
• Opportunity to venture
inland to the verdant valley
of Pulau Dayang Bunting
where you will find the
Lake of the Pregnant
Maiden (or Tasik Dayang
Bunting).
• This tranquil freshwater
lake was formed when a
huge limestone cave
collapsed leaving behind a
figure resembling a
pregnant woman lying on
her back. The local people
believe that the lake
possesses mystical powers.

5. Explore the exotic mangroves
on a safari
• Langkawi has some
spectacular wetlands,
limestone caves and
secluded coves to explore by
boat
• These forests of the sea are
magical to explore and really
show off the unique ecology
of Langkawi.
• The Mangroves contribute to
the essential cycle of life in
this archipelago and are
teeming with wildlife for you
to discover from monitor
lizards, to majestic eagles
and wonderful marine life.

6. Take some time ashore to experience
Langkawi’s people
• Spend some time ashore to
enjoy the local life of the
people of Langkawi
• Venture inland by bicycle and
enjoy the rural villages with
wooden houses built on stilts
amongst the lush padi fields
and rubber plantations.
• At the fishermen’s village of
Kuala Teriang you can watch
the local fishermen returning
with their catch and enjoy
the local street food of deep
fried banana fritters.

7. Venture inland to
the magical rain forest
• Langkawi’s rainforest is said to be 1 million
years old making it one of the oldest jungles in
the world!
• Within the forest you are likely to discover
many native exotic species such as unique lime
plants and and rare varieties of butterflies and
birds, you may even come across giant flying
squirrels!
• A very well known spot that you might want
to visit is the Seven Wells Waterfall (Telaga
Tujuh) which is a stunning location with cool
clear waters cascading down from seven
waterfalls, you can swim in the interconnected
natural pools or enjoy the view from one of
the many wide rocks that are easily reached.
• Legend has is that Telaga Tujuh is home to the
mountain fairies and it truly is a magical spot,
well worth venturing inland from your
Langkawi yacht charter.

8. Enjoy the lovely Malaysian cuisine
• The Malaysian cuisine is very
varied and offers flavoursome
cuisines from across the East,
from Malay-Indonesian to
Chinese and Thai.
• You will get to experience the
colourful night markets of
Langkawi offering excellent
reasonably priced local food.
• There are also many
restaurants to enjoy serving
the finest seafood Langkawi
has to offer, from deep-fried
squid and char grilled tiger
prawns to butter lobster.

9. Bird-watching at Gunung Raya
• The best opportunities if you
take the 13 km trek to
Langkawi’s highest mist-
covered peak; Gunung Raya.
• The peak is 2,890 feet high
and offers superb views
across to the islands of
Southern Thailand, Mat
Cincang mountain and Kuah
harbour.
• Amongst the forest birds to
spot you can see great
hornbills and over 190
species of birds particularly
between October and April
when many of the winter
migrants visit Langkawi.

10. Go underwater at
Pulau Payar Marine Park
• You can experience one of the
most beautiful marine parks in
the region; Pulau Payar which
is perfect for snorkelling or
scuba diving to discover the
plethora of marine life in the
warm waters.
• Pulau Payar offers a variety of
diving conditions from flat
terrain to more challenging
slopes, if however you prefer
not to dive you can just
experience the amazing marine
life in an underwater
observation chamber.
• Pulau Payar is about 30 km
southeast of Langkawi, easily
reached by boat.

11. Take the Cable Car to
Mat Cincang Peak
• Fully appreciate the stunning
mountain range of mat Cincang
which is also one of the oldest
rock formations in Southeast
Asia
• You could take the exhilarating
cable car ride up to the summit
at 2,323 feet. The cable car
takes you over 2 km over the
forest canopy and the view of
the sandstone outcrops,
waterfalls and mountain flora
is a stunning ride and also
gives you a marvellous 360
degree view of the beautiful
island of Langkawi with it’s
peaks and coastline.

12. Photo Credit
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• www.tourism.gov.my
• www.flickr.com
• www.tripadvisor.com
• en.wikipedia.org
• www.holidaygogogo.com

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