Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup
Langkawi, Malaysia

Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup

Outty Ranking 52 3.8 · 5 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $87
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52/100

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Is Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup worth booking?

Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup is a 3-hour experience in Langkawi, Malaysia, from $87 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
52 / 100
Rating
3.8/5 (5)
Duration
3 hours
From
$87 per person

Island hopping is one of the most popular boat tours in Langkawi and offers a fantastic way to explore the stunning islands surrounding the main island. This private island hopping tour departs daily at 9:00 AM or 2:00 PM and lasts approximately 3.5 to 4 hours, including hotel transfers. The tour covers three scenic locations south of Langkawi, including Pulau Dayang Bunting (Maiden Island) and Pulau Beras Basah, along with an exciting eagle-watching experience at Pulau Singa Besar, where you can witness the breathtaking sight of eagles swooping down to catch their prey over the water. - Enjoy a private boat tour hopping between Langkawi’s most beautiful islands - Watch majestic eagles in their natural habitat at Pulau Singa Besar - Relax on the white sandy beaches and swim in the clear blue waters of Pulau Beras Basah - Swim, paddle, or enjoy a natural catfish spa at Pulau Dayang Bunting - Includes hotel pickup and drop-off for a hassle-free experience

What you get

    About this experience

    Island hopping is one of the most popular boat tours in Langkawi and offers a fantastic way to explore the stunning islands surrounding the main island. This private island hopping tour departs daily at 9:00 AM or 2:00 PM and lasts approximately 3.5 to 4 hours, including hotel transfers. The tour covers three scenic locations south of Langkawi, including Pulau Dayang Bunting (Maiden Island) and Pulau Beras Basah, along with an exciting eagle-watching experience at Pulau Singa Besar, where you can witness the breathtaking sight of eagles swooping down to catch their prey over the water. - Enjoy a private boat tour hopping between Langkawi’s most beautiful islands - Watch majestic eagles in their natural habitat at Pulau Singa Besar - Relax on the white sandy beaches and swim in the clear blue waters of Pulau Beras Basah - Swim, paddle, or enjoy a natural catfish spa at Pulau Dayang Bunting - Includes hotel pickup and drop-off for a hassle-free experience

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • English Speaking Driver.
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Hotel or Cruise Terminal Pickup and Drop-Off (please select the correct pickup area during booking)
    • Private Island Hopping Boat

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Entrance fees
    • Activities at Pulau Dayang Bunting Lake
    • Food & Beverages

    What you'll see and do

    1. Langkawi

      Meet and greet your private driver at the Cruise Terminal or Langkawi hotel lobby (As per your package choose) around 0830 - 0900 hours in the Morning or 1400 hours in the afternoon for the pickup from hotel to the jetty. You should apply and carry enough sun block lotion to avoid sun burns and also carry bottles of drinking water. Once arrived at the jetty, you will be transferred to the boat and begin the Langkawi island hoping.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Pulau Singa Besar

      Our first stop (stop while still in the boat near the island only) is the eagle watching. The boatman will stop the engine and throw some chicken pieces out into the water to invite the eagles. And in no time you will see eagles diving down just next to you and clawing up the chicken pieces and eating them as they soar into the sky.

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Dayang Bunting Island

      Next we proceed to Pulau Dayang Bunting which will take about 20 minutes to reach this fascinating island jetty. This is a wonderful scenic fresh water lake surrounded by mountains that are covered with dense forests. The lake was formed when a large underwater cave collapsed many years back. You will also see large limestone formations. From the lake if you look at the mountains at the fringes, you can clearly see an outline of a woman lying on her back who is 6-7 months pregnant, and thus the name of the lake. Having enjoyed Dayang Bunting island and the lake for about 40 minutes, you will walk back to the island jetty to get back to your boat. The next stop is the island Pulau Singa Besar. The name of the island means "Island of Big Lions", although there are no lions here. The name was probably given for its shape.

      60 minutes here

    4. 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 stroll along the old pier at the island.

      60 minutes here

    5. Langkawi

      After about an hour at Pulau Beras Basah, you will head back to the Jetty and then back to your hotel or cruise terminal.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Langkawi

    Meeting point for cruise arrival

    Meeting point

    Langkawi

    Meeting point for cruise arrival

    Meeting point

    Langkawi

    from Tanjung Rhu

    Meeting point

    Langkawi

    from Datai Bay

    Meeting point

    Langkawi

    Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Cenang Beach, Kok Beach & Tengah Beach Area (3km radius).

    Meeting point

    Langkawi

    Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Kuah Town Centre (3km radius).

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Meeting point for cruise arrival

    Ends at

    Meeting point for cruise arrival

    Ends at

    from Tanjung Rhu

    Ends at

    from Datai Bay

    Ends at

    Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Cenang Beach, Kok Beach & Tengah Beach Area (3km radius).

    Ends at

    Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Kuah Town Centre (3km radius).

    Options you can book

    • From Cruise Pier Langkawi

      Private Tour pick up from Cruise Pier Langkawi Starting point: Langkawi Cruise Terminal, Jl. Teluk Baru, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia Pickup included

    • Cenang Beach/Town Hotels

      This Package Will be Suitable for Who stay at Beach or Town Hotel Within 2KM.(Eg Pantai Cenang / Pantai Tendah/Kuah Town) Starting points: Kuah, 07000 Kuah, Kedah, Malaysia Pantai Cenang, 07000, Kedah, Malaysia Pickup included

    • Datai/Tg Rhu/Andaman/Berjaya

      This Package Will be Suitable for Who stay at Datai/Tg Rhu/Andaman/Four Season/Berjaya Hotel Starting points: Datai Bay, 07000, Kedah, Malaysia Tanjung Rhu Beach, 07000, Kedah, Malaysia 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 7 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Operates depends on weather conditions
    • Please ensure that your attire is suitable for the occasion
    • Customers who arrived from Cruise, upon arrival, please proceed to *Guard House* at Resort World. One of our driver will holding paging board. If you cannot find us, please contact our hotline given

    Photos

    Hop from one island to another on this private Langkawi boat tour, Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with PickupSwim, ride a paddle boat, or enjoy the natural catfish spa at Pulau Dayang Bunting, Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with PickupWatch for eagles, admire unique rock formations, and more at Pulau Singa Besar, Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with PickupVisit the expansive sandy beaches and blue waters of Pulau Beras Basah Island, Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with PickupHop from one island to another on this private Langkawi boat tour, Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with PickupSwim, ride a paddle boat, or enjoy the natural catfish spa at Pulau Dayang Bunting, Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Good for families

    3 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    1 mention

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Physical effort

    1 mention

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Traveler reviews

    5 verified traveler reviews for Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Battersea33 · August 2026

    Too busy and not so uniaue

    The 1st stop was interesting despite not free, the eagle feeding too but the stop on tge last island was vrry disappointing : very busy , beach quite dirty. Mass tourism at its peak

    via Tripadvisor

    Jonathan_P · July 2026

    We are a family of 5 and...

    We are a family of 5 and paid for a tour that is not a tour, you are basically paying for boat hire and thats it. You dont get a tour guide that explains or shows you anything. You get taken to a island and left there for an hour with absolutely nothing to do until you get picked up again. They do not even follow or do the itinerary thats printed. I honestly would save your money and look at doing other tours, we did another one in the Mangrove and had the best time and the tour and service was fantastic. I never write or leave any negative feedback or reviews, but this was one I had to write about. I would strongly recommend others

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    razatoosy · July 2025

    Nice experience but example of commercialisation of Langwaki

    Langwaki has become commercialised. The tour guide was amazing. However the toilets were 1RM and you were unable to swim in the lake of the pregnant lady without a life jacket costing 25RM. There was a time when you could just jump in at no cost. The Parasailing was really good though and children loved it but otherwise an example of how the island has changed. Still a five star as the actual service was very personal, shame about the way it’s become.

    via Tripadvisor

    nordlna · October 2022

    Fun boat ride and activities

    We went to three islands, private boat but we didn’t took transfers. It’s was a fun boat ride, our captain was very friendly and informative. We alighted at dayang bunting island and beras basah island. We did kayaking in tasik dayang bunting and there’s monkeys at jetty area. We took donut boat and swimming in beras basah area. Unfortunately there’s no snorkelling since it raining season and the water is not clear. There’s also singa besar island, where you can watch eagles feedings and flying around from your boat.

    via Tripadvisor

    azrin73 · October 2021

    Awesome

    Booked a private boat via BCR langkawi tour it was awesome pick up was provided as aloft hotel is just a few minutes drive. Boatman was very polite and courteous and navigate the boat around calmly at a very nice cruising speed skipped Pulau Dayang Bunting as my knee cant take the climb to go to the lake and spend 2 hours on Beras Basah Island where we swam ride the jet ski banana boat and something similar to banana boat ( can’t remember the name of the ride🤭🤭) paid 150 for 3pax on the banana boat and the other ride and 180 rm for jet ski for 40 minutes. Simply awesome had a good time with the family.

    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
    $87 to $787
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd, who run 296 experiences we rank across 14 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 48.0.

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    Why this scores 52

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)58
    Review evidence (18% weight)32
    Booking momentum (14% weight)24
    Value for money (12% weight)49
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)31
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Langkawi.

    How much does Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup cost?

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    Prices start at $87 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 Experience by Private Boat with Pickup 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 Experience by Private Boat with Pickup worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 5 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 Experience by Private Boat with Pickup?

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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 Experience by Private Boat with Pickup 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 Experience by Private Boat with Pickup?

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    Around 2 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 Experience by Private Boat with Pickup 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, 4+2 Hours Kilim Mangrove Kayaking Tour with Lunch & Pickup, 4+2 Hours Langkawi Kilim Mangrove Boat Tour with 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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup?

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    Included: Private transportation; English Speaking Driver; In-vehicle air conditioning; Hotel or Cruise Terminal Pickup and Drop-Off (please select the correct pickup area during; and Private Island Hopping Boat. Not included: Gratuities; Entrance fees; Activities at Pulau Dayang Bunting Lake; and Food & Beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 137 listed pickup locations in and around Langkawi. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Langkawi. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup?

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    Across 5 reviews averaging 3.8 out of 5, recurring themes include good for families, the guide, small groups. Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    What booking options are available for Langkawi Island Hopping Experience by Private Boat with Pickup?

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    There are 3 options to choose from, including From Cruise Pier Langkawi, Cenang Beach/Town Hotels, Datai/Tg Rhu/Andaman/Berjaya. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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