LANGKAWI CABLE CAR
Langkawi Cable Car is
one of the major attractions in Langkawi
Island, Kedah, Malaysiathat
truly an experience not to be missed by the visitors. Throughout the 20-minute
ride, you will pass over jungle waterfalls and a thick carpet of rainforest. It
provides an aerial link from near Burau Bay Resort at TelukBurau to the peak
of GunungMachinchang, which
is also the location of the Langkawi Sky Bridge. The total length is
2.2 km (1.4 mi) and it was officially opened in 2003.
Langkawi Cable Car is
located just north of TelagaHarbour, PantaiKok, with the entrance within
'Oriental Village' which is theme shopping centre housing 30 individually
designed buildings showcasing Malaysian and Oriental architecture. It is duty
free shopping heaven where you can find specialty shops selling souvenirs and
clothing. Approximate 40 minutes’ drive from Kuah town and 15 minutes’ drive
from Langkawi International Airport, it is located just north of the Langkawi
International Airport, on the north-western coast of the main island of
Langkawi
Travelling at a steep incline of 42 degrees,
over a distance of 2.2 kilometres from the base station to the two mountain-top
stations, you will get used to the sensation of being airborne,the ride quickly
turns into an amazing and exhilarating experience. At the top of Sky Bridge, it
offers a breathtaking view of Langkawi. Completed in 2004, this
suspended bridge is accessible from the Top Station gives visitors a unique
spatial experience, and to bring them into otherwise unattainable locations,
above virgin jungle with spectacular views.
Other attractions and activities available here are
2.5 Kilometers jungle trekking linking TelagaTujuh (Seven Wells)
to the Middle and Top Stations, Mini Zoo to get closer with nature, Deer Farm, Reflexology
for relaxing massage of the feet, Café, and Fun Portraits if you want having a
self-portrait. The rate charge fotLangkawi Cable Car is MYR 15 for adults
with a MyKad and MYR 5 for children (prices subject to change).
TRAVEL TIPS
Remember to wear
comfortable shoes as it is quite a walk up to the hanging bridge. The cable car
operates from 10am to 7pm, subject to weather conditions. The service may be
halted during strong winds.
HOW
TO GET HERE
By Car or Taxi
Langkawi
Cable Car is located on the southwest coast of the main island, just a
30-minute drive from Kuah Town and only 15 minutes from Langkawi International
Airport. Your best bet is to either hire a car or a taxi for the day and
explore the island at your own pace.
WHO TO CONTACT
Cable
Car Office
Address:Oriental Village, JalanTelagaTujuh, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah,
Malaysia
Phone: +604-959 4225
Fax: +604-959 4121
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