Pulau Langkawi

The Pulau Payar Marine Park, established off the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia consists of Pulau Payar, Pulau Kaca, Pulau Lembu and Pulau Segantang. It is located approximately 15 nautical miles west of Kuala Kedah, 19 nautical miles south of Langkawi Island and 32 nautical miles north of Pulau Pinang.

                                               Pulau Kaca at Langkawi

                                                                                                                  








                                            
Pulau Lembu at Langkawi                                                          Pulau Segantang at Langkawi                          

                                             Pulau Payar at Langkawi

The four islands of Payar Island Marine Park are surrounded with coral reefs and are ideal for swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving. The calm and clear waters enable the visitors to enjoy the enchanting marine life. The average 30-50 feet visibility in waters at the Payar Island Marine Park ensures satisfaction for diving activity at all times.

Payar Island has four sandy beaches totaling about 200 meters in length. It's shallow waters are protected from rough seas and are suitable for swimming and snorkeling. For the diver, the marine park offers a variety of diving conditions; one can dive on flat terrain to the west and around Pulau Segantang.

On the south western tip of the island there is an area known as the "Coral Garden". It is covered entirely with brightly multi-coloured soft corals and is an inspirational sight. There are also artificial reefs which consists of 3 type reefs and boat reef. Any of these areas will ensure the diver of an unforgettable experience. The artificial reefs are marked with yellow buoys with corresponding codes; Type Reefs (TR) and Boats Reefs (BR). There is a school of tame baby black-tip sharks in shallow waters just in front of the Marine Park Centre which can be hand-fed by visitors.