Langkawi is a DUTY FREE island, located just south of the border with Thailand, and only 98 NM
from Phuket. The island offers a wealth of cruising, with natural protection from the elements year
round. Dotted around the islands are many pristine beaches, river
systems, caves and hill tops, just waiting to be explored. In
addition, you will find 5 star hotels, internationally renowned Golf Courses, pristine rain forest,
abundant wild life, a town center with all the modern facilities of a small city, and an International
Airport.
Fuel supplies and provisions are all available at duty free
prices, incoming shipments incur only a small Customs clearance fee, saving the ship considerable import
duties as charged in other regions.
The island also features a purpose built Yacht Repair Facility,
featuring a 500 Ton travel lift, 2 x 70M fully enclosed paint sheds, and 17,000 Sq Ft of Hard Stand area.
Using our team of industry specialists, combined with economical local labor, and duty free supplies, we
can save you both time and money on your repair and refit work, allowing the owner and crew more time to
enjoy the wonders of South East Asia.
Within a days cruise of Langkawi, you will find
the Islands of Penang, Pangkor Laut, Butang Group, Phuket or the Similans (depending on you cruising
speed), making Langkawi a perfect logistical center for your Asian season.
The best time for cruising Langkawi is the Easterly Monsoon season, stretching from October through
April, when the conditions provide a gentle 10-15 kt North Easterly breeze, providing calm seas and
blue skies. With the Caribbean marinas filling up so quickly, South East Asia will prove to be a breath
of fresh air to Captains and owners alike, with its abundant cruising grounds, modern marinas, fresh
supplies and repair facilities for any yacht, whether Sail or motor, mono or Multi hull, you will find
a home in Malaysia.
Together with our Asia pacific partners you will find that whatever you need we can
help no request is too small or impossible.
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