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When to visit Langkawi (Guidelines) Welcome to the South East Asian grounds, Langkawi, the largest island among the 104 islands under its canopy. The veritable oriental Paradise is a dream come true with virgin unblemished contours and aquamarine Andaman Sea providing the idyllic backdrop. The place is imbued with romance of the past, and is purged from the amoralities of modernity. The rich cultural heritage of this land is equaled only by its breathtaking scenery and panoramic landscapes. The lush greenery entrances you at every step; the low key ambience adds the much needed charm to rejuvenate your sun dried brain. The sleepy and serene township is a unique geographical feature where the forests meet the sea and the wild waves seem to reach up and touch this coveted land. If you have set your heart to be at Langkawi, the things which you need to pay heed to is the list of activities you want to enjoy in the locality. While the list is pretty mind boggling but lets try to keep you grounded for a while. One of the favorite attractions is Cable Car at the Oriental Village immensely popular, kicked off only two years is a must for any tourist who want to reminisce about the tours undertaken at leisure. The breath taking view is an amazing platform to develop your films. Nevertheless, you cannot ride the cable car if it is raining and if the weather is cloudy. Langkawi has a coastal tropical climate year round, with temperatures ranging from 23°C (73.4°F) in the early parts of the year to 34°C (93.4°F) degrees towards the end of the year. The wet monsoon is from April to October making the best time to visit from November to March. The rain starts falling the whole month of June. If you are wary of crowd the try to avoid the Malaysian school holidays as the island becomes very busy during these periods. Pulau Payar is an all year round diving site. The visibility is best from April to June, and in October. Visibility is on an average of 10m, but can go up to 20 to 25m. The Water temperature is usually 29 degree and the Pulau Payar boasts of cheap hotels, chalets to staying with the localites. There are five star facilities near the Yacht club to give you all luxury in the lap of Nature. Generally the best time to visit the beach resorts is between February and October, as the year-ending months bring with it monsoon rains and winds.
The Langkawi is a place where some of the best and popular festivals are celebrated Langkawi Water Festival from April 21 - 22, at Pantai Cenang. Others that will come handy while drawing up your Itinerary are: The Pre SUKMA Sailing at Langkawi National Sailboat Training Centre on April 28 – May 1 Wilderness Langkawi Challenge at Tuba Island testing the toughest of the lot on April 30 SUKMA XI on May 24 - June 4 at Langkawi National Sailboat Training Centre to choose the best Sailor in Malaysia. Pelangi Cup International Golf Open Championship at Gunung Raya Golf Club on June 17
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