Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour
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Is Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour worth booking?
Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour is a 3-hour experience in Langkawi, Malaysia, from $31 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.4/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 3.4/5 (9)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $31 per person
Embark on an exciting journey with the Langkawi Island Hopping Tour. The first destination on this island hopping tour is Pulau Dayang Bunting. Known as the second largest island amidst Langkawi's impressive cluster of 9
What you get
- English Speaking Driver
- Island Hopping boat (option you can choose private or sharing)
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Life Jacket
About this experience
Embark on an exciting journey with the Langkawi Island Hopping Tour. The first destination on this island hopping tour is Pulau Dayang Bunting. Known as the second largest island amidst Langkawi's impressive cluster of 99 islands, it captivates visitors with its Lake of the Pregnant Maiden. This unique lake, shaped intriguingly like a reclined pregnant woman, offers a variety of activities. Dip into its refreshing waters, have fun paddleboarding, or experience a different kind of relaxation at a natural catfish spa.Wrapping up this island-hopping tour is a leisurely break at Pulau Beras Basah, (Wet Rice Island). This paradise-like location boasts pristine white sandy beaches, providing an excellent backdrop for some beachside relaxation. Dive into the clear waters, engage in snorkeling to explore the vibrant marine life,or simply enjoy a calming swim.
What's included
Included
- English Speaking Driver
- Island Hopping boat (option you can choose private or sharing)
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Life Jacket
Not included
- Snacks
- Use of snorkeling equipment
What you'll see and do
Dayang Bunting Island
The name Pulau Dayang Bunting translates to 'lsle of the Pregnant Maiden', named because from a distance the hills resemble the silhouette of a pregnant lady. However, this also relates to the belief that barren women will fall pregnant after swimming in the freshwater lake that the island is best known for. To access the lake and uncover whether the legend is true, take a 15-minute hike from the jetty up a concrete stairway through the lush forest. This is a delightful and picturesque place to swim or hire a kayak or paddleboat, surrounded by rolling hills, limestone formations, and mangrove trees, although it has an average depth of ten metres with no shallow areas. Life jackets are available to hire from a nearby shop. A boardwalk by the lake will lead you through the mangrove forest, where you can discover an abundance of intriguing limestone cave waiting to be explored.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Pulau Singa Besar
This island is a wildlife reserve that house for example adult and monks ,lizards pavilions mousedeers and even hornbills. While tanslated as Big Lion Island. Pulau Singa Besar is a massive wildlife sanctuary size about 16.5 km off the Langkawi Coast. Its filled with unique rock formations, mangrove plants, and tranquil beaches.You wont find any lions but there a plenty of eagles,monkeys,hornbills, lizard and etc roaming freely on the island
60 minutes here · Admission included
Beras Basah Island
Pulau Beras Basah is the last stop in the tour. You will get about one hour here. So after a tiring day under scorching sun, if you just want to lounge and relax, find one of the many shady trees and enjoy the views as the gentle breeze flows. Otherwise take a strol along the old pier at the island.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
SHARING (KUAH TOWN/CENANG)
This option is for anyone who lives in the Kuah and Cenang area Duration: 4 hours Pickup included
SHARING (DATAI/BERJAYA/TG RHU)
For anyone who lives outside the Kuah and Cenang area,you must take this option Duration: 4 hours Pickup included
PRIVATE BOAT
This option for private boats Duration: 4 hours Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Golden Island Empire
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Note: Travel time is already included on the 4 hours tour duration.
- Bring a change of clothes if you want swimming
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Good once it got going but very late leaving and disorganized at the office.
Boat was 1 hour late leaving so a 3-4 hour trip was only 2.5 hours. Driver of the boat was friendly and polite but driver extremely fast. Could improve the path to the lake. Not suitable if you’re not fit and able.
via Tripadvisor
Stay in town - get an umbrella and loungers off the guys on the beach.
Basically a boat ride to 2 islands. The pick up was 1/2 hour late and then we still had to wait at the collection point. Left the dock just after 10:00 am and the boat ride was OK (you get wet but that’s ok) - to an island that has a PAID ENTRY FEE to walk up to the lake. Not worth the price of admission. Then a short ride to see the boat driver throw a small bucket of fish parts in the water to watch 50 or so eagles swoop down and grab the food. We were there for about 3 minutes. Then to another island where you can swim- not really a great beach. Back on the boat and wet ride back to the dock and returned to the hotel at 1:15. I would not recommend this excursion to any of my friends.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We would like to clarify that the hotel pick-up time provided is an estimated time, as this tour is a sharing tour, not a private one. This means we need to collect guests from different hotels, which can sometimes cause slight delays. While this may not meet your personal expectations, many other guests understand and are comfortable with this arrangement. Regarding the itinerary, the activities follow what is clearly stated in the tour description, including island visits, eagle feeding, and swimming time. Entrance fees at certain locations are managed by the local authorities and are mentioned in advance. We are sorry to hear that the experience did not suit your preferences, but we appreciate your honest feedback as it helps us improve. Thank you again for joining our tour.
via Tripadvisor
Water taxi
The trip itself is ok. There is a lack of information during the trip. There are no explanations it is only hop on hop off.If you want just to use the boat only on travel purposes is fine to book this trip. If you expect more find something different.
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful
Such a beautiful island, so nice color of the water. Love the swings and the water is also clean. There are too many monkeys so please be aware of the bags.
via Tripadvisor
Not as advertised.
Really not as advertised. We paid extra for a private boat, the boat journey was the nicest thing about the morning, but it wasnt worth nearly £135. Yes we got picked up from our hotel, yes the guide spoke English, so this was as advertised. We arrived at the dock and were left with another tour company to give us stickers and let us know which boat we were to embark on. Our boat driver did not speak English, it wasnt a problem for us, but just something to note if it is. Then we were taken to Beras Besah which is essentially a tourist trap. You are stranded for an hour in the blistering heat with very little shade and nothing to do/explore. You could only access the beach, everywhere else had restricted access signs - so no pier to explore. So unless you paid for watersports you have to huddle under the shade of the few trees with hundreds of other tourists. Then we were taken to feed the eagles (this was not on the itinerary). This consisted of the boat driver throwing some food into the sea and waiting for the eagles to come. This to be fair was quite nice seeing the wildlife up close. There was no second stop for an hour at Pulau Singha - didnt exist. Not sure where it was and definitely didnt see any wildlife. Biggest disappointment. We were then taken to the final stop at Pregnant Maiden. Soooo many people all crammed onto one tiny little island space. You can literally only climb up to the lake (which is MR20 per adult - price should have been advertised). You have a relatively short time here in comparison to how long queues are so by the time you get up to the lake and in for a quick dip, you have to go back to the boat, which again means no time for exploring the boardwalk and limestone. The boat then took us back to the dock, where the boat driver couldnt wait to unload us and set off again. Our driver was waiting for us to bring us back to the resort. Very disappointing and not what was advertised. Wouldnt waste the huge amount of money for this trip.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $31 to $180
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
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Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Langkawi.
How much does Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour cost?
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Prices start at $31 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Langkawi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Langkawi is not rushed.
Is Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.4/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Langkawi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Langkawi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Langkawi and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Langkawi Island Hopping Boat Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Langkawi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Langkawi?
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On Outty we rank every Langkawi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include JungleWalla Langkawi UNESCO Geopark Mangrove Cruise, 6 Hours Sharing Basis Kilim Mangrove Safari Boat Tour in Langkawi, 6 Hours Kilim Mangrove Kayaking Sharing Tour (Wt Lunch & Pickup). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Langkawi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Langkawi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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