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Deep within Langkawi's Kilim Geoforest Park, a UNESCO Geopark, limestone cliffs tower above winding mangrove rivers teeming with wildlife. This half-day private river cruise takes you into one of Malaysia's finest eco-tourism destinations, where nature feels genuinely untouched.
Glide along the Kilim River as your guide points out Brown Eagles, Monitor Lizards, Tree Crabs, Macaques, and the overhanging Bogak Trees lining the riverbanks. Explore a bat cave illuminated by torchlight, home to hundreds of bats clinging to the cavern ceiling. Visit Crocodile Cave, a natural limestone cave named for its distinctive shape, accessible only at low tide. Shoes Island, off the northern coast, offers another striking natural formation visible from the boat.
Lunch at a local restaurant is included before the return transfer to your hotel.
Note: a beach stop for swimming is subject to weather conditions and tide levels. Tour rates are not applicable during the Langkawi LIMA Event.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We can pick up from only hotels in most popular Langkawi regions i.e. Kuah Town, Cenang, Tengah and Kok. Transfer outside these areas, supplements apply.
Itinerary
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1Kilim Geoforest Park
A trip through natures finest commences with transfer from your accommodation along selected regions on Langkawi to the jetty at Kilim Nature Park. The boat ride will slowly cruise across the wetlands on the Kilim River of this superb example of flora and fauna at one of Malaysia’s leading holiday destinations. The park is known for its thick layer of mangrove forests, lime stone cliffs, towering majestically over the jungle’s canopy and smaller lagoons with spots of beach, hidden from the naked eye. As you cruise down the calm, winding river, you will observe the wonders of the park's marine ecosystem, its flora and fauna and the natural inhabitants such as the over-hanging 'Bogak Trees', Brown Eagles, Tree Crabs, Monitor Lizards and Macaques.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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One of the first stops will be made at a bat cave, known to be the home of hundreds of bats. Together with your guide and armed with a torch, you will find yourself staring across the ceiling where these peaceful, flapping mammals. Langkawi is known for its close connection with the eagle. At Kilim, particularly the white-bellied fish eagle can be spotted as you further cruise leisurely down the Kilim River. Next, visit Crocodile Cave, a natural limestone cave named for its shape, which resembles a crocodile’s open mouth when viewed from the exit. While there are old stories suggesting crocodiles once lived here, none are found in the area today. The cave is only accessible during low tide and connects different parts of the river system. You may also see Shoes Island, located off the northern coast of Langkawi. This island is known for its distinctive shape, which looks like a giant shoe. After lunch, a comfortable transfer back to your Langkawi hotel.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying along the most popular Langkawi regions i.e. Kuah Town, Cenang, Tengah and Kok. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation outside this area such as The Datai, The Andaman, Tanjung Rhu, Four Seasons & St. Regis and from/to Langkawi International airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.
- It is recommended to wear long trousers and good, closed walking shoes, and bring insect repellent and a small back pack with you
- Due to the nature of this tour, we regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- We always will make efforts to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying along the most popular Langkawi regions i.e. Kuah Town, Cenang, Tengah and Kok. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation outside this area such as The Datai, The Andaman, Tanjung Rhu, Four Seasons & St. Regis and from/to Langkawi International airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.
- It is recommended to wear long trousers and good, closed walking shoes, and bring insect repellent and a small back pack with you
- Due to the nature of this tour, we regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- We always will make efforts to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
- Please note pickup and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off.
- Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.
- Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sunrays still have an immense power.
- We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the excursion in case of unfavourable weather conditions or situations where we are forced to make alterations to guarantee the safety of our guests.
- The protection of the country’s flora and fauna is of immense importance for us. We will not pursue any activities for guests that are not in line with our animal, wildlife and environment protection principles.
- It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 48 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 48 hours may be on request.
- As we trek through pristine parts of the rainforest, we are obliged to inform you in advance that there are no sanitary facilities en route to your final destination available
- Highlights: Bat Cave, Crocodile Cave, Shoe Island, Monkey watching and Beach stop for swimming (subject to weather conditions and tide level);
- Tour rates are NOT applicable during Langkawi LIMA Event and booking confirmation will be subject to availability upon request;
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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