Gunung Raya
Langkawi's highest peak at 881 metres, where you can drive the winding mountain road to the top for views over the whole island and the islands of Thailand.
Gunung Raya stands at 881 metres, the highest point of the Langkawi archipelago. A sealed mountain road of about 13 kilometres winds up to near the summit through dense rainforest, where you may spot hornbills, long-tailed macaques and flying lemurs. At the top are an observation tower (opening hours vary) and a hilltop hotel. On clear days you can see the whole island, the surrounding islets and even Thailand's Tarutao Island. Clouds sometimes fill the valleys early in the morning. The road has many steep bends, so it is best to drive in daylight or hire a car with a driver, and watch for wildlife on the road. Night birdwatching and rainforest guided tours are also available.
Opening hours
Open all day (mountain road)
Nearby sights
- Durian Perangin Waterfall
- Mahsuri's Tomb (Kota Mahsuri)
- Langkawi Wildlife Park
- Galeria Perdana
- Kuah Town
- Black Sand Beach
- Al-Hana Mosque
- Langkawi Craft Complex