Pulau Langkawi : Profile

Location

With anchorages surrounded by wooded cliffs fringed at their base by mangrove swamps, and a labyrinth of narrow channels which weave through their density accessible by dinghy, this place is a firm favourite with cruisers.

Clearance

NOTE: All boats arriving in Langkawi from Thailand - or from countries that already have confirmed cases of H1N1 by WHO - must be quarantined upon arrival. For more details see Noonsite report (June 2009)

Customs, Immigration and Port Authority offices are all located by the Kuah ferry dock.

There is now a Thai consulate in Langkawi, but it does not issue visas for Thailand.

Docking

Marinas
There are marinas at the Langkawi Yacht Club, Telaga Harbour and Rebak marina on the small island of Rebak. Rebak Marina has been expanded and now has a range of repair facilities as well as a drydock. It is a safe place to leave the boat while touring the interior and is a particular favourite with long-term live-aboards.

Moorings
There are several safe and secure moorings available; Bass Harbour Moorings (in front of Kuah Town), "Hole In The Wall" Moorings (NE coast of Langkawi island) and Telaga Harbour Moorings.

Anchorages
Spectacular anchorages abound in this area, but for long-term stays the best year-round choice is in Bass Harbour, close to Kuah. Bass Harbour has two main anchorage areas; just west of the Royal Langkawi Yacht Club (RLYC) or in front of the Bella Vista Hotel. The holding is not good and it is advisable to have someone on board at all times. Yachts dragging during squalls is especially a problem. Marine growth is also a problem, but the main disadvantages of both is the difficult dinghy landing.

There is a new dinghy dock, charge RM20 per week, in front of the Mosque for use by yachts at anchor. A tripper boat dock may reduce the size of the anchorage.

WARNING: Dinghies left in places with security, such as Jeti Pelancongan or RYLC, can be considered safe for temporary periods while ashore in daylight hours. However, as is the general rule anywhere in the cruising world, if left in remote places or with no security they are at risk and liable for theft. This also applies, while in any anchorage, for dinghies that are NOT in davits, or on deck, or not secured with heavy stainless cable and locks if they are left in the water overnight.

Last updated May 2009.

Bass Harbour Moorings
In front of Kuah Town
Tel:012 5586109 (Roger on yacht 'Solid Gold')
solidgoldmoorings@yahoo.com
Safe secure moorings are available from only RM300 a month, subject to availability. It's quiet and normally cool enough to not need aircon. Wifi is accessible from the zoned mooring area. Free water is available for yachts staying on the moorings.

Hole In The Wall Moorings
North East coast of Langkawi island, Location: Langkawi Geopark in Kilim Mangrove Forest
Tel:+ (6)04-9675301 , Fax:+ (6) 04-9675302
Position of entrance: Lat: 06.25'40" Long: 99.52'08" then continue for approx 1/2 mile to river arm on right. Anchor and proceed by dinghy to Floating Restaurant and speak to Rahmad for directions to your mooring. Staff will assist with mooring. Free water. Internet available.

Rebak Marina
P. Rebak Besar, P.O. Box 125, 07000 Kuah, Langkawi
Tel:60-4-966-5566, Fax:60-4-966-9973, VHF Channel 69
rmmarina.malaysia@tajhotels.com
Opening Hours: 0900 to 1700 office
06º17.6'N 99º41.7'E.
Well sheltered and serviced marina/resort on its own island, connected by 15-minute ferry to the main island of Langkawi (weekly veg. market at dock). Minimum depth 2.5 metres. Hardstanding with 65 ton travelift. Gas refills. 2km north (towards airport) is a town with meat market, bakery and post office. Often has special offers for haulout etc.

Telaga Harbour Marina
Lot No. 1, Telaga Harbour Park, Pantai Kok, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah Darulaman
Tel:+604 959 2202 / Mob. +6012 237 1517, Fax:+604 959 2204
info@telagaharbour.com
Marina located WNW of Airport and Lanka Suka, behind the "Summer Palace" and just east of Pulau Burau. Lat. 06 22 01N, 099 41 10E. Red and Green buoys mark the entrance. A conspicuous replica lighthouse can be seen on the Port side wall of channel entrance, and two low man made islands off beach near entrance. Marina channel runs S to N, depth 3.5M min. LWS; Marina depth 4.5M min. LWS. Custom and Immigration Office, Marine Department and Police Station. Pontoon berths and swing moorings, also alongside mega-yacht dock available. Fuel Dock; Business Centre: E-mail; Phone and Fax; Bank and ATM. Provisioning (including meat, fruit and vegetables) van visits every Friday. Perdana Quay and Petronas Quay have a range of restaurants and stores, banking and currency exchange facilities. 20 minutes from Langkawi International Airport (LGK).

Telaga Harbour Moorings
Tel:+ (6) 04 959 2202 / , Fax:+ (6) 04 959 2204, VHF Channel 69, 72 working ch. 'Teaga Harbour'
info@telagaharbour.com
Mooring fees include: FREE... Dinghy landing, unlimited water by jerry can, hot showers and toilets, WIFI connection, rubbish disposal, yachties lounge with TV and books.