Langkawi Geopark Green Package

Langkawi Geopark Green Package

Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark is home to one of Southeast Asia’s oldest mountain formations, originating during the Cambrian period over 550 million years ago. This rich geological diversity has given rise to an equally abundant variety of flora and fauna. It is also home to one of the first rainforests on the planet to present the contribution of Geoparks in the archipelago of 99 islands of Langkawi.

The core intention of geotourism is to educate visitors about geological features and processes, conserving while offering them for future generations. At the same time, geotourism provides economic benefits to local communities while providing activities that are of low impact towards the environment. The main attractions located within the conservation area are Dayang Bunting Marble Geoforest Park, Machincang Cambrian Geoforest Park, Kilim Karst Geoforest Park and Kubang Badak Bio Geo Trail. These are the protected areas that visitors can visit to catch a glimpse of some eye-catching flora and fauna species.

Dayang Bunting Island

Jet-Ski Tour

Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark is home to one of Southeast Asia’s oldest mountain formations, originating during the Cambrian period over 550 million years ago. This rich geological diversity has given rise to an equally abundant variety of flora and fauna. It is also home to one of the first rainforests on the planet to present the contribution of Geoparks in the archipelago of 99 islands of Langkawi.

It takes visitors on an exciting journey to explore the breath-taking beauty of Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark. Visitors can enjoy the thrill of jet skiing while taking in the stunning views of the turquoise waters and lush green vegetation surrounding the island. The tour also brings visitors on an thrilling journey to the stunning Dayang Bunting Marble Geoforest Park, which is the second largest island within the Langkawi archipelago and largest islandic fresh water lake in Malaysia.

Tour Departs every day: 9.00am & 2.00pm (Duration 4 hours)

PRICE from: MYR 1,000.00 per couple/±EUR 200 per couple

Sky Cab

Panoramic View

The Cable Car ride provides a bird’s eye view of the northern part of Langkawi. It takes visitors on a scenic journey through the lush jungle, offering stunning views of the geological formations; known to be the oldest rock formation in South East Asia. The cable car reaches the peak of Mount Machinchang, the second highest point in Langkawi, presenting visitors with a breath-taking panoramic view overlooking the Andaman Sea.

Combining the Jet Ski Tour and Cable Car ride offers visitors the best of both worlds. They can experience the thrill of jet skiing and the tranquillity of the island, followed by a breath-taking aerial view of the Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark. This combination is a must-try for every tourist seeking a unique and exciting way to explore Langkawi for all its natural beauty and geological wonders, recognized by UNESCO.

Operations Time : 9.00am to 6.00pm (Minimum duration 2 Hours)

PRICE from : MYR 210.00 per couple for Glass Bottom Gondola/±EUR 42 per couple

Mangrove Safari at Kilim Geoforest Park

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Kubang Badak Biogeotrail Trail

Kilim Karst Geoforest Park is picturesque karstic formation mangrove forest created through the dissolution and erosion of the limestone, which produces numerous sea stacks, sea arches and pinnacles. The mangrove forests have created an environment suitable for several rare species of flora and fauna such as the limestone cycad; which grows on vertical cliff faces, bright yellow sea hibiscus, the iconic Brahminy Kite Red Eagle and White-Billed Sea Eagle. The package will comprise of tourists planting one mangrove tree or native tree in Langkawi.

The Kubang Badak BioGeo Trail is one of the best places to observe the geological and cultural history of Langkawi. This unique tidal river estuary ecosystem is located in the west of Langkawi. The untouched mangroves have a distinguished cultural and early settlement history relating to the Thai community. There are 13 interesting sites to visit in Kubang Badak. Whether your preference is to take a boat ride to explore the mangrove, or going on a bird watching trip to seek shorebirds and mangrove birds, it is entirely up to you.

Departs 10.30am everyday – Duration 2 hours ±30 minutes

MANGROVE SAFARI AT KILIM GEOFOREST PARK

PRICE from : MYR 330.00 per couple/±EUR 66 per couple

KUBANG BADAK BIO GEO TRAIL

PRIVATE TOUR price from : MYR 600.00 per couple/±EUR 120 per boat

Laman Padi

A Culture Center

Laman Padi is a living museum and an eco-tourism attraction conceptually based upon love for nature in the tradition of rice ecosystems. Set in an area 13.86 acres in size, the natural setting promotes a rustic and serene view of the 8.6 acre paddy field within the compound. The rice heritage is invaluable – it’s history and traditions dating hundreds of years ago can be appreciated by visiting the exhibition at the gallery. The traditional practices of paddy farming together with the artifacts assembled are uniquely blended amidst the real setting of a paddy field environment.

After wandering around the paddy field and gallery, visitors can relax at the pavilion, resting sheds or balconies available at the complex, where they can view the open field from afar. Nature lovers can also explore the surroundings and appreciate the established paddy field landscapes or the herbal garden around the complex. If you’re up for it, you can even try rice planting for yourself at the Garden of Variety. The package includes Paddy Gallery Tour, Rice Field Tour, Herbs Garden Tour, Traditional Paddy Planting, Rice Grinder, Rice Trashing, Rice Winowing, Grating the coconut, Food Demonstration, Catching Fish and Scarecrow Making.

Operations Time : 9.00am to 6.00pm (Minimum Time Spent 2 hours)

PRICE : MYR 200.00 per couple/±EUR 40 per couple

Total Package Price = MYR1,740.00/±EUR348.00 Per Couple

Geoparks is an innovation tool for the protection of natural and geological heritage. It plays an important role in the development of geotourism and knowledge exchange. Currently, there are 177 geoparks in 46 countries.

For more information of Langkawi Geopark : https://langkawigeopark.com.my

For more information of UNESCO : https://en.unesco.org/global-geoparks