- Address: Mukim Kedawang, Kuah, 07000, Malaysia
In the south-west of Langkawi there is a popular among tourists beach of Chengang (Pantai Cenang), in Malaysia it is also called Pantai Cenang. It has clear water and snow-white sand. In this area, the whole evening life of the island is concentrated, that's why thousands of travelers come here every year.
Description of sight
Chenang Beach is 25 km from the city of Kuah . The coast has a length of about 2 km. The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is sandy, and the sea is calm and warm throughout the year, so you can come here with children. All conditions for preventing tsunamis have been created here.
On Chenang beach in Langkawi there is a developed infrastructure:
- restaurants;
- bars;
- food supermarkets;
- souvenir shops;
- duty-free shops;
- the oceanarium.
Also along the entire coast are built numerous hotels that are suitable for both budget and exclusive rest . Here the maximum number of establishments of the island is concentrated, and guesthouses are adjacent to five-star hotels. When choosing a room, make sure that the view from the sea opens from the window.
Catering facilities serve freshly caught seafood, fruits, salads and refreshments. At sunset, some restaurants offer romantic dinners for visitors.
What's on the beach?
Chenang Beach on Langkawi Island has several popular attractions :
- A small island that connects to the shore with a sandy scythe: it can be reached on foot during low tide. This is the best place to observe the sea inhabitants and for snorkeling.
- Museum of rice . It is located in the northern part of the beach. Here you can: get acquainted with the life of the indigenous people, see how to grow rice correctly, and also stroll through the fields on which Asian buffaloes graze and ducks walk.
- Aquarium Underwater World , very famous in the country, is also located on Chenang beach.
In 10 km from the coast there is an international airport , therefore airliners constantly sweep over the heads of tourists. For various aircraft, children and adults are happy to watch.
What to do on Chenang beach?
On the beach you can not only swim and sunbathe, but also more actively spend your leisure time. Here you will be offered:
- Ride on a banana or scooter;
- do windsurfing or parasailing;
- to jump with a parachute or fly a helicopter;
- play soccer or volleyball.
Features of visit
On the beach Chenang can drive cars belonging to employees, as well as bikes. Drivers carefully circumnavigate people, and on the cleanliness of the coast this is not reflected. There are no traders who are distracted from their rest by their noise.
After strong winds and rain in the water can appear jellyfish, which you need to watch out for. Large individuals are dangerous and painfully sting, it is better not to swim to them.
The maximum number of vacationers appears on the beach at sunset. At this time, there are numerous photo sessions. In the sky eagles fly, a light breeze blows, and a real paradise comes on the coast.
How to get there?
From the city of Kuah, tourists to the most popular of the beaches of Langkawi will reach the Jalan Ulu Melaka / Road No. 112 and No. 115. The journey takes about half an hour. You can get to the beach of Sengang along the entire Pantai Cenang street. The most convenient entrance is the place between the hotels Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa and Casa Del Mar. There are parking lots and wheelchair ramps.