Planning a Langkawi holiday with children, from toddlers to teens? Beaches, rainforest and family attractions make it easy. Here are the best activities and beaches for families, with tips for each.
Top family activities
1. Langkawi Sky Bridge and Cable Car
Cable car, Sky Bridge, SkyRex · Oriental Village, Burau Bay ↗
The cable car climbs to the top of Gunung Mat Cincang with wide views over the island. Up top, the curved Sky Bridge has glass floor panels. Choose a glass-bottom, 360-degree, private or VIP gondola, and add the Sky Glide or the SkyRex dinosaur ride.
Good to know
Check the weather for clear views, book ahead and arrive early to avoid long queues.
2. Langkawi Wildlife Park
Feed birds, rabbits and deer · Map ↗
Feed and meet birds, rabbits and deer, see crocodiles and flamingos, and learn about animal care.
Good to know
Wear comfortable shoes and bring snacks and drinks: there is little food inside the park.
3. Underwater World Langkawi
Aquarium with a walk-through tunnel · Pantai Cenang ↗
One of Malaysia’s largest aquariums, with habitats from tropical rainforest to deep sea and a tunnel where fish swim overhead. Allow a few hours and come off-peak.
4. Art in Paradise 3D Museum
Optical-illusion art and fun photos · Map ↗
Pose inside three-dimensional paintings for family photos; bring a camera and follow the museum’s guidelines.
5. Taman Lagenda
Legends park, gardens, picnics · Kuah waterfront ↗
Themed gardens and sculptures telling Langkawi’s legends. Bring a picnic blanket and come in the cooler hours of the day.
6. A private cruise
Your family, your yacht and crew: a private sunset dinner cruise runs from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a swim stop, dinner on board and the sunset over the islands. With younger children, a private day cruise from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM is often easier.
Family beaches
Pantai Cenang
Water sports, restaurants, shops · West coast ↗
The liveliest beach, with jet skiing, parasailing and banana boats, and plenty of places to eat. Make sure children are comfortable before any water sport, and bring hats and sunscreen.
Pantai Tengah
Quieter, good for sandcastles · West coast ↗
Calmer than Cenang, with fewer crowds and restaurants and cafes close by: a laid-back beach day.
Tanjung Rhu
Calm, clear water · North coast ↗
Clear water and gentle waves for a safe swim. Facilities are limited, so pack a picnic. More in our guide to the best beaches.
Practical tips for travelling with children
Good to know
Take travel insurance that covers the whole family, a basic first-aid kit and any medicines. Choose a hotel with a pool and easy access to the sights, rent a car or use Grab to get around, and keep children in hats, sunglasses and sunscreen.
From the Sky Bridge to beach days and animal encounters, Langkawi keeps the whole family busy. For more ideas, see things to do in Langkawi.