Embarking on a boat journey from the stunning Thai island of Koh Lipe to the enchanting Malaysian gem of Langkawi is an adventure worth undertaking. This route offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Andaman Sea, hopping between islands and discovering the unique charm of each destination. Let’s dive into the details of this exciting maritime journey.
Setting Sail from Koh Lipe:
Your voyage begins on the shores of Koh Lipe, known for its pristine white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life. Board a speedboat from Pattaya Beach, bidding farewell to this paradise island. As you depart, take in the panoramic views of Lipe’s picturesque coastline, ensuring your camera is ready to capture the memories.
Cruising Across the Andaman Sea:
The boat ride from Koh Lipe to Langkawi is not just a means of transportation but a chance to revel in the wonders of the Andaman Sea. As your vessel glides over turquoise waters, gaze out at the endless expanse of the ocean, accompanied by the gentle sea breeze. Let yourself be mesmerized by the beauty of the surrounding islands dotting the horizon.
Border Crossing and Immigration:
As you approach Langkawi, the time will come to go through immigration and customs procedures. Prepare your travel documents, including your passport and any necessary visas. Clearing Thai immigration on departure and Malaysian immigration upon arrival is a straightforward process, ensuring a smooth transition from one country to another.
Arrival at Langkawi’s Gateway:
The boat will dock at Kuah Jetty, Langkawi’s primary ferry terminal. Stepping ashore, you’ll immediately feel the vibrant energy and warmth of this tropical Malaysian island. Take a moment to appreciate the view of Langkawi’s lush greenery and towering cliffs, welcoming you to a new chapter of your journey.
Exploring Langkawi’s Delights:
Langkawi boasts a myriad of attractions that make it a beloved travel destination. From pristine beaches like Pantai Cenang and Tanjung Rhu to the iconic Langkawi Skybridge and the duty-free shopping haven of Kuah Town, there’s something for everyone on this island. Indulge in Langkawi’s rich cultural heritage, try local delicacies, and immerse yourself in the natural wonders that surround you.
Travelling by boat from Koh Lipe to Langkawi is an unforgettable experience that allows you to witness the beauty of the Andaman Sea while immersing yourself in the unique cultures of Thailand and Malaysia. From the idyllic shores of Koh Lipe to the vibrant charms of Langkawi, this maritime adventure offers a delightful blend of tropical paradise and cultural exploration. So, set sail, embrace the journey, and create memories that will last a lifetime
Our Blog post when we transferred by boat from Ko Lipe to Langkawi :
Our final day in Thailand. Gone really quickly!
Awoke to the normal unspecified jungle noises of banging, squeaking and squarking….. As it was our last day Phil decided I could cope with being shown the exact location of the killer hand sized spider…about 3meters above our shower!
We were also treated to a centipide party next to our balcony.
Had a studious morning reading the national geographic magazines we found in reception, particularly interesting article on bodies found in bogs (the muddy kind).
Around midday (in the scorching heat, its our last day so obviously also the best weather day) we loaded our now10kg snailshells onto our backs and trudged past the rabies dog packs (Hoping they weren’t especially hungry as running potential was limited) down to the beach to check in at immigration for our boat trip to langkawi, Malaysia.
We were a bit early so had mango and strawberry juice in ‘love and peace’ bar on the beach front, watching the world go by, and trying not to drown in our own sweat. (It was very very hot).
Checked in and were so relieved that we could leave our bags that we didn’t really care our passports were taken from us with the vauge mutterings of ‘maybe you get back on boat….’
Feeling like free butterflies we headed back into town and found a nice Muslim pancake shop where we had delicious cheese and sultana (not mixed) pancakes and mango sticky rice. Then, realising we had limited currency and that once in Malaysia we wound need ‘ringets’ not ‘bahts’ we came up with a plan….sell our books that we had read then swap the currency! First part of plan worked well, we sold our books, second part not so well as we were informed that no currency exchange on the island swapped baht to ringet….so we now just had more unneeded baht. Oh well.
It was now time to leave the island and get on the boat. Once on board we were treated to (no option) a film, teenage mutant ninja turtles! And, thankfully, a man came round with about 20 passports, chanting ‘which one would you like!’ Luckily no one else had treated themselves to a nice British passport so reunited, we sat back to enjoy the film and the waves crashing against the boat, watching the other passengers go wild on the free vomit bags..
About 1.5hrs later we arrived in langkawi, early evening due to time difference. Queued at passport control for a while, found cash point, some wild shouting and pointing from helpful man and we found ourselves in a taxi, set for our accommodation, ‘Casa Fina’.
Taxi man spoke reasonable English, so we got a quick introduction to Malay , and local attractions.
Arrived at Casa Fina , a group of about 20 small chalet type rooms around a nice garden area. We got excited about; air con, TV, kettle!, fridge, hot shower, good WiFi and snazzy blue lighting..
After testing out all of the above to a satisfactory standard we wondered out to the street to see what was going on. We were quite surprised to find the street alive with restaurants , duty free shops (whole island is duty free!) Clothing markets, no scary dogs, and quite a few folk about.
We spent a few minutes looking about and then got takeaway from McDonald’s a local food retailer , selling local food.
We settled in for a comfortable night at ambient temperature, no risk of mozzie attack!
