As daylight fades and night begins to fall, a hidden world awakens in Langkawi’s rainforest. Unique and fascinating nocturnal creatures emerge to begin their nightly activities, offering a rare glimpse into the island’s after-dark wildlife.
The tour begins at the base of Gunung Raya, where your guide will meet and welcome you. After a short briefing, we set off on a scenic drive to the summit of the island’s highest peak. The quiet mountain road winds through dense rainforest and offers sweeping views over the canopy below.
Along the way, your guide will be on the lookout for wildlife such as monkeys, squirrels, and birds including hornbills, rollers, flowerpeckers, and sunbirds. We will make several stops at scenic viewpoints, allowing you to enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Langkawi as the sun begins to set.
Just before sunset, we descend from Gunung Raya and continue to Lubuk Semilang in search of the rainforest’s elusive nocturnal residents. Here, we hope to encounter bats, flying squirrels, and, with a little luck, the remarkable Flying Lemur, also known as the colugo.
This immersive evening experience reveals a completely different side of Langkawi’s rainforest — quiet, mysterious, and alive with night-time activity.
PRICE
Rainforest After Dark — Available Daily at 5.30pm Departure
- RM150 per person – Minimum 2 persons | Maximum 8 persons
- RM60 per person — Add-on return hotel transfers
BOOKING NOTE
Tour price does NOT include hotel transfers. To book a transfer, please select your preferred option in the ‘Tour Extra‘ section. If you are using your own transport, you may skip the add-ons and leave the Hotel Name field BLANK on the Traveler info tab.
See lessDuration
3 Hours
Group Size
12
Tour Type
Day Trip
Language
English
Highlights
- Explore Langkawi’s rainforest at dusk and experience the island’s nocturnal wildlife coming to life.
- Scenic drive up Gunung Raya, the highest peak in Langkawi, with panoramic views over the rainforest canopy.
- Wildlife spotting along quiet mountain roads, including monkeys, squirrels, hornbills, rollers, flowerpeckers, and sunbirds.
- Sunset stops at scenic viewpoints for bird’s-eye views of Langkawi.
- Descend to Lubuk Semilang for guided nocturnal wildlife observation.
- Chance to encounter bats, flying squirrels, and the rare Flying Lemur (colugo).
- Learn about rainforest ecosystems and nocturnal animal behavior from an experienced naturalist guide.
- Experience a quieter, mysterious side of Langkawi away from daytime crowds.
Include/Exclude
- Transfer from the base to summit of Gunung Raya and to Lubuk Semilang
- English-Speaking Nature Guide
- Binoculars to use (we advise to bring your own)
- Bottle Water
- Hotel Transfers (Available as a paid add-on in the "Tour Extra" section)
- Food and Meals
- Personal Expenses
Travel Itinerary
Frequently Asked Questions
Return transfers are available as a paid add-on and can be selected in the “Tour Extra” section during booking.
At Lubuk Semilang, there is a chance to see bats, flying squirrels, and, with some luck, the Flying Lemur (colugo).
Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed as animals are in their natural habitat.
Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
It is not strenuous and does not require trekking experience.
Footwear: Teva-style sandals, sports shoes, or gym shoes are all suitable. Trekking shoes are not required.
The walking sections are gentle, not steep, and not dangerous.
Mosquito repellent is recommended.
All guiding and interpretation are provided by your naturalist guide.
Guests are encouraged to eat before the tour.
In case of heavy rain or unsafe conditions, the tour may be delayed or rescheduled.
While guides know the best areas to look for animals, sightings depend on weather, timing, and animal behavior.
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