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Asia Malaysia Langkawi Tourist Information Telephone

Overview

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The guide was updated: 2024-05-22

Country code: +60 Langkawi area code: (0)4

Useful Information

Our travel guides are free to read and explore online. If you want to get your own copy, the full travel guide for this destination is available to you offline* to bring along anywhere or print for your trip.

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Passport / Visa

Passport / Visa

Travellers need a passport or an internationally recognised travel document in order to enter Malaysia. The documents must be valid for more than six months from the date of departure. Furthermore, certain nationals require a visa, while others are granted one upon arrival (VOA, Visa on arrival).

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

Malaysia is hot and humid year-round, with average temperatures ranging from 24°C to 34°C. The Langkawi archipelago, and the west coast in general, experience monsoon weather from April to November, with the period from September to November being the rainiest. Most tourists prefer to visit the islands during the dry season, roughly between January and March, because of the sunny days and clear sky. For this reason, prices are generally higher in this period and the main beaches and attractions are packed with tourists. Mid season (April-August) is a good deal, as most resorts and shops offer discounts and the place is quieter, while the climate is still enjoyable. The period between September and November is generally avoided because it's rainy season, but do keep in mind that you can still get sunny hours and good weather, and that the temperatures don't go much lower than 27-28°C.

Langkawi International Airport (LGK)

Langkawi International Airport (LGK)

The Langkawi International Airport (LGK) is the main hub in the archipelago and the preferred way to get to Langkawi. From here it is possible to take a taxi or rent a car. You can find taxi counters near the exit where you can buy coupons (taxi fares are fixed depending on the destination), as well as local and international car rental companies such as Avis, Europcar, Hertz, and Sixt.

Taxi

Taxi

Since there is no public transportation in Langkawi, taxis are the best solution for moving around. Taxis don't have meters but rather have fixed fares that vary depending on the destination. You can buy coupons at the airport and take a taxi outside the terminal. You can order an official Langkawi Airport Taxi by phone

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

Langkawi is well provided for in terms of medical facilities and pharmacies. The oldest pharmacy on the island is Joe's Pharmacy in Kuah, but you can find others in the main tourist areas as well.

Post

Post

There are two main post offices on Langkawi Island, one located in Kuah (next to the Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall), the other in Padang Matsirat.

Telephone

Telephone

Country code: +60 Langkawi area code: (0)4

Electricity

Electricity

Electrical appliances are connected to Malaysia's power supply using a three-pin plug known as plug type G. It is the same plug used in the UK. Expect 220-240V at 50Hz.

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