Langkawi boat rental
Langkawi is a popular holiday destination for Malaysian and overseas visitors alike. This tax-free island is a laid-back, tropical paradise covered in sun and sand, so why not take advantage of boat rental on the surrounding waters. Sail out into the Andaman Sea, the colors of the water will amaze you, so will the sunsets. Friendly locals and wild nature are everywhere around you, on land and on the water and birds of prey soaring high into the clear skies above. Getting to Langkawi is accessible by plane from the Malaysian Peninsula. You can also take a ferry, and transporting your car by RORO ferry is easy and fast. There are affordable car hire options on Langkawi Island too. It won’t take you long to drive around the whole island, but why to rush, there are so many fun beach bars and restaurants to stop at along the way. Then there is a boat rental!
Why rent a boat on holiday in Langkawi?
Langkawi has around 100 islands surrounding it as well as other islands further afield in Thailand. Natural sights on Langkawi range from water buffalo to wild storks with a plethora of wildlife to see. If you are a keen bird watcher, then take your binoculars. Driving around Langkawi will allow you to see the sights but the real features for many lie on the waters surrounding Langkawi’s main island. There are many affordable and easy to rent boat options to choose from, and just a few minutes from shore, you will enter new unseen natural habitats on the myriad of small islands nearby. Try your hand at fishing, snorkeling, or diving. Boat rental in Langkawi adds extra dimensions to your holiday.
The Royal Langkawi Yacht Club, at Kuah, has been renovated in recent years and is the hub for the International Royal Langkawi Regatta, held every year in January when competitors from all over the world come to Langkawi to race and enjoy sailing in the sunshine. Even if you aren't interested in racing, you can still charter a beautiful catamaran, sailboat or speed boat from this marina or other charter operators on the island. Rebak Marina, known as Telaga Harbour, is also not far away and an excellent location for a boat rental in Langkawi.
Langkawi is easily reached in only a few hours, or less, by plane from most destinations in Asia. Made up of around 100 islands situated just off Malaysia's northwest coast; this makes it ideal for boat rental. Accommodation is in abundance in Langkawi, with a recent boom in hotels being newly constructed all over the island ranging from standard and self-catering options to luxury national and international five-star resorts, all with easy access. This makes planning your trip and boat rental in Langkawi simple and easy. With an abundance of itineraries to pick and choose from, what are you waiting for, get sailing!
How much is catamaran rental in Langkawi?
A power catamaran rental in Langkawi will start around 400 USD per hour, with a lot to do onboard as well as overboard. Fishing, swimming, snorkeling, and diving are all available as add-ons for your Langkawi catamaran charter. You can really make the most of your time on the water with a private catamaran rental, sunset cruises from 60 USD per person with a tasty BBQ included, and a variety of easy day cruise options to the surrounding islands. Sailboat rental or catamaran rental depends on your skill level and the luxury you may need. Take your choice, Langkawi Island has it all.
From either marina, you can rent a sailboat from around $250, or charter catamaran from slightly more per day up to $5,000. If you want to spend the night with your loved ones or friends and spend a little bit longer away, why not rent a boat for an overnight trip? From Langkawi, overnight boat rentals range from as low as 2,000 up to 10,000 USD per week, depending on what type and size of boat you are looking to rent. Rental options range from 3 berth sailing boats up to 5 berth catamarans.
Rent a boat for a day in Langkawi
If island hopping is your thing, try boat rental for a day from Langkawi’s main island. Your greatest difficulty may be deciding what not to do in just one day on the water. Pulau Dayan Bunting is the second largest Island in Langkawi, with charming natural beauty surrounded by striking blue waters. Watch eagles being fed from the boat at the Big Lion Island or admire the lake of the Pregnant maiden. Then there is Monkey Island covered with groups of cute little monkeys that will keep you entertained as they jump around you. Why not explore the sparkling clear waters and a sun-drenched view of the ocean at the Beras Basah Island. With so many islands to choose from, you may want to extend your boat rental for more than one day.
If you're getting started sailing, or pressed for time on a short holiday, renting a boat for a day still allows you plenty of time to go island hopping. Remember, Langkawi has a lot of islands to see! Monkey Island is famous and easy to get to, as is the Kilim Geopark that is popular for watching eagles feeding. Enjoy the beauty of the limestone cliffs that rise out of the sea as you explore different islands, wildlife, and unique flora. Day boat rental options in Langkawi include bare boats, skippered boats, charters by the cabin, crewed charters, and power catamaran rentals. You can also rent a speed boat by the hour or the day if you want a fast, fun dash across the waters.
Rent a boat for the weekend in Langkawi
No point in rushing your boat rental in Langkawi. If you are looking for real comfort, why not upsize to a comfortable catamaran rental. A bigger cabin and deck will give you more space and why not take more time to sail the Andaman Seas. You could think about sailing to Thailand for the more adventurous sailors, and it’s not far from Langkawi Island. Around two and a half hours sailing will take you to the tropical Thai paradise Island of Koh Lipe.
Traveling from Langkawi by private boat, you can easily stay in Koh Lipe overnight or over the weekend. It’s a beautiful gem in the Andaman sea, known for its excellent diving and snorkeling with good land facilities. To get the most out of your weekend boat rental, why not combine island hopping around Langkawi with an overnight trip to Koh Lipe or Penang on the Malaysian Peninsula. These destinations can be reached by boat rental within a few hours so you won’t have to rush, and a weekend is a perfect length of time to get the most out of your weekend on the water.
Langkawi boat rental for a week
If you plan to rent a boat for a week or even longer, Langkawi promises many fascinating itineraries. The most popular boat rental holiday destination from Langkawi includes Koh Lipe in Tarutao National Marine Park of Thailand. Located along the Straits of Malacca, this group of 51 Thai islands offers a vast area for you and your friends to explore by boat rental. Koh Lipe remains one of Thailand's most unspoiled regions with pristine coral reefs and eye-catching white beaches and includes other destinations like Koh Tarutao, Koh Rawi, and Koh Adang. You can also rent a crewed motor boat from Langkawi to Phuket for the perfect family adventure holiday or romantic getaway.
Rent a boat for diving in Langkawi
Diving in Langkawi is less popular than on the Eastern Coast of Malaysia due to the visibility of the waters. You can easily take a one day organised dive trip and join in a group led by qualified, experienced, local dive instructors. There are no diving spots in Langkawi Island itself, and you will have to go to Pulau Payar Marine Park Group of islands or North to Koh Lipe. Pulau Payar is located about 30km Southeast of Langkawi Island. You can reach there easily on a day trip, and it’s an excellent destination for inexperienced divers with no currents and shallow reefs. Liveaboard boat rental for dive parties is also available.
When is the boating season in Langkawi?
Langkawi is firmly located in the tropical weather zone with a far sunnier climate than most of Malaysia. These islands enjoy many more dry spells and stable weather for most of the year, mainly because they are well protected on both sides, with the Indonesian Sumatra to the west and Malaysia's mainland to the east. There are two main boat rental seasons in Langkawi; the South West (wet) or North East (dry) monsoon season, from May to October, and from November to April, respectively. During a wet monsoon, there is slightly more wind, which can make your yacht charter sailing even more thrilling, and during the dry monsoon, lighter wind speeds range from force 2 to 5 from the North East.
