How to get from Koh Lanta to Langkawi

The ferries dock at Telaga Harbour, located 15 km north of the tourist hub of Pantai Cenang. From here, you can take a 20-minute taxi to your hotel for around 30 MYR ($7.30).

If you’re alone and looking for cheaper rates, shared taxis are often available around Langkawi’s ports.

Customs & Immigration

After 2.5 to 3 hours of your journey from Koh Lanta to Langkawi, your ferry will stop at Koh Lipe for customs and immigration. You are to give your passport to your ferry captain or to the immigration officers for processing. After which, they will tell you what time you can get your passport back.

In the meantime, you can have a late lunch at one of the beachside restos or enjoy the island’s beautiful turquoise waters. Just make sure you don’t go too far!

You and your fellow passengers will be gathered at the beach when it’s time to head back to the ferry.

In Langkawi, the customs and immigrations office is located at the port. You will be screened as soon as you get off the ferry. Most nationalities don’t need a visa to enter the country. You just need to have your passport stamped into Malaysia.