During my Langkawi trip, there were several packages offered by the local agencies once we stepped into the airport. E.g; Island Tour, Mangrove Tour/Geopark Cruise, Island Hopping, Yachting/ Fishing Trip and Pulau Payar Marine Park (Snorkeling). Each comes with different price of course.
However, we decided to get the package of Pulau Payar Marine Park (Snorkeling). After some price negotiation, we were offered at the price of RM115/ person (actual price shown = RM200/person). See….there’s always PROs when you are in a big group. You can nego for a better price.
Pulau Payar Marine Park (Snorkeling) package consist of return transfer, snorkeling gears, life jacket, packed lunch, free PA coverage, air conditioned catamaran. From beginning to the end of the journey + snorkeling duration is 6 hours.
Floating Reef Platform
Floating Reef Platform is designed for those who does not want to wet their bodies but still want to enjoy the marine life here. It is a platform called Coral Langkawi which is moored off Pulau Payar. Measuring 49 m by 15 m, you will have to book a package tour in order to have the privilege of using it. It has a tunnel shape chamber at the bottom of the platform 10 feet below the sea. There are also boats which have glass bottom for you to see the marine life and corals as you move along the coral gardens. This platform is also equipped with a snack bar, a dining area and a sunbathing area. (Price shown = RM320/person)
I got very excited as our boat approaches the beach we were designated to. It was my first encounter on clean & clear sea water.
Aren’t these views are beautiful??
When I saw these school of fishes under the clear water, I got even more excited. Like a small kid* Can’t wait to dive in.
whatcha think about my new beach dress? ^^ (BEFORE)
a short briefing was given
(AFTER) I’m all ready!
Alex; ready with his gears too
Chung, Alex, Myself & Jiaqi
Attracted so many fishes by just some pieces of biscuit crumbs I brought. Initially the packet of biscuit was for myself, but it ended up, used to feed the fishes. In another word, to bait the fish! *giggles*
Baby Shark feeding was a memorable experience to me too. You can actually see some baby sharks swim pass you while you were snorkeling.
The packed lunch that was provided - what’s more you can expect.
It wouldn’t be more fun without a group of friends.
At that moment; I really wish I had this camera with me. No doubt my DSLR can do wonders. But when it comes to water stuff, its a NO NO. Unless I get a waterproof camera case.
**now, I’m looking forward to go for another sun & sea – wish wish**
Wow that’s a great bargain 115 for 200, you have a great bargaining skill. Excellent photos specially those fishes, water is so incredibly clean.
Ray; hahaha…nah, not me who did the bargaining thing. Moreover its off-peak season. So, they are willing to offer a better price. Ya…love those fishes…but the one with colorful body, actually do bite ppl. But won’t injure u la…. ^^
Hi, me and my friends were planning for a trip to marine park . is it possible to hire snorkeling equipments there beacuse we are not going with any tour packages . Thanks
Hi There…guess you still need to get a snorkeling package. Probably you engage on some individual snorkeling package. In order to arrange the transportation to the island. and if you are getting a snorkeling package, of course equipment is provided. Hope it helps. Happy Holidays
Hi, looks like you enjoyed yourself tremendously there. It’s a shame most people who visit Langkawi skipped Pulau Payar tour (due to the price I guess). Anyway I’ve written a write up about baby shark feeding in Pulau Payar, do visit the page at http://www.visitmalaysianow.com/baby-shark-feeding-in-pulau-payar if you have the time and leaves some comment/tips. Would love to have first-hand experience commenter. Thanks
PS – nice pics you have there even without the waterproof camera
Hi Bob Amir;
Thanks for dropping a comment. Yeap…agreed that I enjoyed myself tremendously..It was my first experience after all..and was a good one too. Thanks for appreciating the photos!
Hi Melissa,
Gong Xi Fa Chai..! Me and fmly are due to Langkawi in Feb. In rgds to the fares, that was a bargain indeed..! Do u still have the contact no for that Pulau Payar travel promoters..?
By the way nice photos and thx for the tips to bring/get water proof camera along. Surely get me one..!
ps: nice swimming suits u have..zebra fish look alike..;)
Hatta
Hi Hatta.
Thanks for the comment
So sorry that I did not keep the contact. But, not to worry…you can easily get one from the airport’s arrival hall. *Now that you mentioned…hahaha…my swimsuit do look alike as the fishes… =p
Hi,
how much the price of the waterproof camera and where did you get it?
Hi Linda…sorry..I did not buy a waterproof camera. I think you can get a waterproof bag for digital camera from camera shops….
hi,
thanks for the info and fyi i bought the olympus waterproof digital camera yesterday….will go with my fren on this coming april with the snorkeling price MYR100 per head…
Linda – WOW….Is that camera expensive? RM100/ head? That’s a good deal!! Wish u Happy holidays and enjoy the trip!
fren,
sorry wanna ask you something, about the shark? its dangerous for us?
Hi Linda…
No prob…ask as many as u can…hope I’ll b able to provide with good info.
Those baby sharks won’t harm you…Unless you grab or catches it..probably it will…heheh