Kilim River
For the adventurous, Langkawi offers some truly unforgettable sights and experiences. A new tour that is bound to provide plenty of thrills to those who are game is the boat cruise to Kilim Nature Park. An adventure in the wonderland of the park's marine ecosystem with flora and fauna in its natural habitats like the overhanging Bogak Trees, Brown Eagles, Tree Crabs, Iguanas and Macaques.
Enjoy the scenic and spectacular views of unique limestone rock formations emerging from the floor of the mangrove swamps and the sea. These fascinating geological wonders have been variously nicknamed the Temple of Borobodur, the Elephant Stone and the Hanging Gardens.
Explore Gua Cerita (Cave of Legends) and Gua Kelawar (Bat Cave) steeped in fabled tales of mystery and romance. There are indeed many memories for you to bring back when your journey ends. Top of page
Gua Langsir
To the north of the lake is Gua Langsir (Cave of the Banshee) which is reputedly haunted. The belief may have come about because of the noises made by thousands of bats which live in the interior of the 91m-high cave. Top of page
Gunung Mat Cincang & Gunung Mat Raya
Langkawi is truly alive with references to legends. Without going into the colourful details of these many legends, here is an indication of how legendary references still suffuse life in Langkawi to this day:
Where the engagement ring was flung became known as 'Tanjung Cincin' or Cape of the Ring; the broken crockery became the village of 'Belanga Pecah' (Broken Crockery); the spilled gravy became 'Kuah' or gravy; Kisap or 'to seep in' became the name of the village where the gravy seeped through the land; and the Hot Springs at Air Hangat is apparently the spot where the cauldron of hot water was broken. Two giants who were turned into the mountain stone gave rise to Gunung Mat Cincang and Gunung Mat Raya, and Mat Sawar who tried to mediate between them was transformed into the hill which now separates the two mountains. Top of page
Pulau Dayang Bunting
This jungle-clad island, lying just south of Langkawi, makes an interesting island-hopping stop. Marble is quarried on the island and shipped to the mainland for processing.
In the interior is a small freshwater crater lake known as Tasik Dayang Bunting or the Lake of the Pregnant Maiden.
A tranquil spot, the water is excellent for a cool swim. Legend has it that a childless couple drank the fresh waters of the lake and had a baby girl. The story is also told of a white crocodile or its spirit that is reputed to live in the lake. Top of page
Telaga Tujuh (Seven Wells)
The Seven Wells, or Telaga Tujuh, are actually a series of seven pools connected by a series of waterfalls. Legend has it that fairies delight in bathing in the cool waters which are supposed to possess soothing healing properties. A mountain prince, who once lived near the wells, tried to capture one of these fairy maidens, but until today, they remain elusive.
It is believed that the unique lime trees and the sintuk, a climbing plant which has large pods, that grow around the pools were left behind by the fairies. Locals who visit the Telaga Tujuh waterfalls often use them to wash their hair in order to cleanse themselves of bad luck. Top of page