Wildlife Attractions in Langkawi
Wildlife & Nature Guide
Wildlife Attractions in Langkawi
30 Dec 2019
A wildlife exploration is worth every Ringgit spent. It is not only a great family bonding experience, but a great opportunity for your kids to get up closer with the animals, which helps them build their imagination and creativity. With the connection created through the visiting, kids will be more likely to develop empathy and compassion as well as understand the animal's welfare and conservative efforts. Let's kick start an adventure of exploring Langkawi's wildlife with your families by visiting the following locations!
Crocodile Adventureland Langkawi
Crocodile Aventureland Langkawi is registered as one of the Geopark Partner of UNESCO Global Geopark which contains geological heritages of international values. It is located at mukim Air Hangat which take a 40 minutes drives from the Kuah Town. With nearly 4000 crocodiles exhibited in the park, Crocodile Aventureland Langkawi are recognized as the place that has largest collection of crocodilians. The species of crocodiles which you can found inside the park, including Tomistoma, Siamese, Guinea and Saltwater crocodile (Buaya Tembaga).
Fill your days with exciting experiences such as Crocodilian Education Talk Show and, Juvenile crocodile fishing and feeding here! It is the places which you should not miss during your visit to Langkawi!
Crocodile Feeding Show.
Crocodiles Observatory
The staff was interacted with crocodile.
Opening Hours : Daily 8am to 6pm
Contact : 04-959 2559 / 04-950 2061
Locations : Taman Buaya Langkawi, Jalan Teluk Datai, Mukim Air Hangat, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah.
More info : https://eticket.xqholidays.com.my/product/18/Langkawi-Crocodile-Adventure-Land-Ticket/
Underwater World Langkawi
Can you imagine that you are able to observe and explore the life form of a penguin in an island with an average temperature of 34 Celsius?
As the largest aquarium in Malaysia, Underwater World Langkawi was established in August 1995 and subsequently became one of the must-visit tourist destination in Langkawi.There are various kind of species, including colorful fishes, marine creatures and some land-bound animals, which you can found inside the aquarium. In recognition to its achievement, Underwater World Langkawi has also awarded the '1st breeding of Rockhoppers Penguin in Captivity'. With that being said, this aquarium will show you the mode of life of the penguin and create a close-knit contact with penguin-based marine life!These penguins include Sub-Antarctic Rockhoppers and Black-footed species from Africa.
The little boy and Aquarium.
Penguins.
Table below shows the animal feeding times in Underwater World Langkawi: (Updated on 30 December 2019)
Animal Species | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
African Penguin | 11:00am | 2:45pm |
Rockhopper Penguin | 11:15am | 3:00pm |
South American Fur Seal | 10:45am (Public Holiday & School Holiday only) |
Sat-Thu 2:30pm Friday 4:00pm |
|
/ | 3.30pm (Except Fasting Month) |
Opening Hours : Daily from 10am to 6pm
Contact : 04-9556100
Locations : Jalan Pantai Cenang, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah Darul Aman.
More info : https://eticket.xqholidays.com.my/product/16/Langkawi-Underwater-World-Ticket/
Langkawi Wildlife Park
Langkawi Wildlife Park, formerly known as "Langkawi Bird Paradise", was established in November 2002 and it is located at Jalan Ayer Hangat, Kampung Belanga Pecah, Langkawi.With more than 2,500 exotic birds from a wide variety of species, including eagles, owls, flamingos, and etc, Langkawi Wildlife park is an ideal place for traveling families and animal lovers. Apart from that, many interesting activities are organised and made it a more enjoyable experience for visitors. For instances, visitors are able to have close interaction with birds as well as other mammals, reptiles, fishes and orchids through fun feeding session. Hitting up the wildlife park is a good choice for you when it rains in Langkawi as it is the first in Aisa with a fully-covered walkway animal park. Don't let a little inclement weather get in the way of a good time!
Peafowl photo taken at Wildlife Park.
Opening Hours : Daily from 830am to 6pm
Contact : 04-9665855
Locations : Lot 1485, Kampung Belanga Pecah, Jalan Ayer Hangat, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
More info : https://eticket.xqholidays.com.my/product/17/Langkawi-Wildlife-Park-Ticket/
Buffalo Park Langkawi
As an Agro-Tourism Park which located at the Nyior Chabang, Langkawi, Buffalo Park Langkawi is nestled in a scenic setting with wonderful backdrop mountains. Although it is less likely to be introduced compared to other wildlife tourist spot in Langkawi, it is definitely worth to be visited for a few reasons: Firstly, It is the only place in Malaysia where you can obtain Fresh Mozzarella Cheese made from Buffalo Milk. Having said, you are not required to travel all the way to Europe for that any longer. Secondly, Buffalo Park provides a great place for your children to learn and interact with the Buffaloes.Activities such as buffalo-riding, anok riding, hand-feeding buffalos and hand-milking buffalos have been organized and make the entire experience more enjoyable! Visitors are also able to purchase various kind of milk products including Mozzarella Cheese, Ricotto Cheese, buffalo Milk, Yogurt, etc from the farm and bring them home as a souvenir.
Photo credit to Airpaz.
Opening Hours : Saturday to Thursday from 9am-5pm (Closed on Friday)
Contact : 019-559 6124
Locations : Nyior Chabang, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
Island Horse
As a first-ever horse show in Malaysia, Island Horse is drawing inspiration from the world renowned Cavalia and Australia Outback Spectacular. The shows consist of a series of difference performances such as fire jumping, barrel racing, horseback Archery,etc and it will be held on every Saturday at 5pm. Apart from that, fun-horse riding tour around Langkawi has been provided with no experience required! Tourists are able to ride leisurely through secondary rainforest, beach, or mountain with one-on-one attention from expert guide.
Photo credit to Island Horses
Opening Hours : Tuesday to Sunday 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM / 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Closed on Monday)
Locations : Seven Wells Waterfall, Lot No. 1666, 67 & 68, Jalan Telaga 7, Mukim, 07100 Langkawi, Kedah
More info : http://www.langkawihorses.com/