Langkawi UNESCO Kilim Geopark Mangrove & Bat Cave Tour
Description
Enjoy a boat splashing and an incredible natural landscapes of Langkawi Island. Explore the amazing mangrove forest by boat, with an introduction to the limestone forests on the slopes of stunning limestone outcrops of north east Langkawi. Having to watch right in front of your eyes how eagles clawing up food.Then we will take you into the Cave of Bats and observe bats still on the ceiling of the cave. A brief stop at a fish farm and give you an ample time to see the tame stingrays. - Take a boat ride along the Kilim River through the mangroves - Chance to see wildlife from eagles to stingrays - Explore the northern east part of Langkawi and discover secluded coves and beaches - Relax with door-to-door round-trip transfers from selected hotels - Visit scenic sites throughout the Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark
Tour Options
Itinerary
The tour start with the hotel/port pickup by our local driver to the jetty.
Travel by boat through the twists and turns of the Kilim river through the maze created by aerial roots and thick fleshy leaves of the mangrove trees. We often see mangrove animals that make their home in this delicately balanced ecosystem which is responsible for the health and wide variety of species in the Andaman Sea. We also explore how the mangrove area is a perfect environment for cottage industries such as fish farms. Our first stop is The boatman will stop the engine and throw some chicken pieces out into the water to invite the eagles. And in no time you will see eagles diving down just next to you and clawing up the chicken pieces and eating them as they soar into the sky. As we venture out of the mangroves you will see majestic limestone rock formations and sea stacks that rise dramatically from the ocean. This ancient coral thrust into the sky millions of years ago is home to a unique and ancient group of plants found no where else on earth.
Then we are going to explore darkened bat caves and seeped in fabled tales of mysteries and romance.
Visit floating modern fish farm and local fish farm is one of the tour.Our boat will drop you at the floating fish farm in a secluded cove surrounded by high vertical limestone and granite cliffs. You will have an ample time to see the stingrays. There are also a number of sea creatures kept in the 'tanks' but we shall not reveal too much - it's well worth the trip. After half day with a new experience, the boat will make your way back to jetty and driver will drop off to your original hotel/port pickup
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Kuah Town Centre, Cenang Beach, Kok Beach & Tengah Beach Area (3km radius). Customers who arrived from Cruise, upon arrival, please proceed to *Guard House* at Resort World. One of our driver will holding paging board. If you cannot find us, please contact our hotline given
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates depends on weather conditions
- Please dress appropriately
- Customers who arrived from Cruise, upon arrival, please proceed to *Guard House* at Resort World. One of our driver will holding paging board. If you cannot find us, please contact our hotline given
Reviews(57)
Wonderful experience boating through the mangroves with an informative guide. Saw hundreds of bats and monkeys as well as the majestic eagles. Lots of spectacular scenery.
Company never contacted me. Tried multiple times to call them never answered the phone. Tour never happened
We were scheduled for a 9:00am pick up. Driver showed up at 9:40, and then had to make a second stop. Didn’t get on a boat until 11:00am. There was only 1 tour guide for 3 boats so most of the excursion we didn’t even have a guide. We stoped at the bat caves and it was so crowded, we couldn’t get close to our guide, so we had no idea what we were looking at. We had a stop at a beach that wasn’t even listed on our tour description, so we didn’t have swim suits, and had to just stand on the beach for 40 min. We had a good lunch, and then went back to to the harbor, where we waited another 30 minutes to get a shuttle back to our cruise ship. Overall a very poor excursion in a beautiful place
Very entertaining excursion through the Langkawi mangrove. We were picked up at the hotel itself to take us to the port from which the boat left, about 25 minutes away. The tour lasts three hours, two of them on a crossing. The guide does not give many explanations, but visits a fish and shellfish farm and the cave of bats. The experience is worthwhile, although perhaps a little more walking on the ground would be appreciated.
An excellent day with a superb guide. Nice visit to the bat cave, being able to see some birds and stopping at a beach
Kilim Geoforest Park is a UNESCO geopark with 100 sq km of nature, ancient heritage, coastal karst and mangrove ecosystems, and a local community.
Kilim Geopark was a true natural wonder and our guide Ali made it a very special day. There was a lot of interesting things to see. That being said there was a real problem with transportation to and from the cruise terminal. We contacted the operator through the Viator app the day before the tour to confirm pickup details and received a prompt response. The day of the tour the driver arrived 45 minutes and we had to call him. We learned from other passengers that they had also experienced similar delays. As for the ride to the park we found the van to be very crowded and in poor condition. It was not what we have come to expect from a Viator tour.
Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed Kilim Geopark and that Ali made your day special. However, we sincerely apologize for the transportation delays and the condition of the vehicle. Punctuality and comfort are important to us, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We will be addressing these concerns with our team to ensure a smoother experience for future guests. Your input is valuable, and we truly appreciate you sharing it with us!
The bat cave was disappointing as we saw about 3 bats, the mangroves however were great and the boat journey was fast and a lot of fun. We went to a beautiful beach which was actually in Thailand, we had to ensure no sand went back onto the boat so the captain washed our feet with water before we got back on. Both myself and another traveller slipped as we got back on the boat. The driver of the minibus who picked us up from the port was very grumpy, the minibus was very cramped and we had to wait half an hour for 2 guests who were late. My husband said did we have to wait for them and the driver told us to pay to get a taxi if we weren't happy
We had difficulty finding our driver who was late. The boats through mangrove were difficult to get in and out of which we had to do frequently. The boat driver was racing the boat much too fast with other boats and we had no life jackets. I thought the boat was going to crash or tip over several times. The stops were not very good— a bat cave we had to go through in the dark, 30 minutes on a small beach, 30 minutes to watch fish feed. Our original driver didn’t plan to come back to drive us home so we had to get a taxi back. Very disappointing tour.
Dear Joseph, We’re very sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We sincerely apologize for the difficulties in locating your driver and any concerns regarding safety during the tour. Your comfort and well-being are extremely important to us, and we take your feedback seriously. We understand that the boat transfers and tour stops may not have been what you were hoping for, and we appreciate your insights on how we can improve. We will be reviewing our safety protocols and transportation arrangements to ensure a smoother and more enjoyable experience for our guests in the future. If you’d like to discuss your experience further, please feel free to reach out to us directly. We value your feedback and would love the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Safe travels!
The boat trip was great but didn’t like the look of the fish farm with the captive Ray in one small area being man handled by all and sundry. It would have been good to have seen the eagles and kites without them being fed so frequently from the boats. Lunch was ok.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the boat trip overall, but we’re sorry to learn that some aspects didn’t meet your expectations. We appreciate your concerns about the fish farm and the handling of the ray. Your comments highlight important areas where we can strive to improve animal welfare and visitor experience. We’ll review our practices to ensure they align with responsible and ethical tourism standards. Regarding the feeding of eagles and kites, we understand your preference for observing these magnificent birds in their natural behaviors. Balancing wildlife interactions with conservation is something we are continuously working on. We’re also glad you found lunch satisfactory, but if there’s anything we could do to enhance the dining experience, we’d love to hear your suggestions. Your feedback is invaluable, and we’re grateful you took the time to share your thoughts. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an improved experience in the future! Safe travels!
