The Bat Cave, also known as Gua Kelawar, is one of the most popular attractions within Kilim Karst Geoforest Park in Langkawi, Malaysia — part of the Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark. It’s a fascinating natural limestone cave that combines geological, biological, and educational significance.
The Mangrove Ecosystem
The mangrove forest is the highlight of the park. It’s a unique coastal ecosystem where land and sea meet, with trees adapted to brackish water. The mangroves play a crucial role in:
Protecting the coastline from erosion and strong waves.
Providing habitats for fish, crabs, birds, and monkeys.
Filtering water and maintaining the coastal ecosystem’s health.
Visitors can observe species like Rhizophora and Avicennia trees with their distinctive roots that rise above the water.
- Boat Tour Experience
Mangrove sightseeing with Local guides navigate through narrow waterways surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and thick mangrove forests.
You’ll glide through calm rivers, enter hidden lagoons, and pass dramatic karst formations that are over 500 million years old.
- Wildlife Watching
The mangroves are teeming with wildlife. Common sightings include:
Macaques and dusky leaf monkeys along the riverbanks.
White-bellied sea eagles and brahminy kites swooping down to catch fish (some tours include eagle-feeding sessions, though responsible tours avoid direct feeding).
Monitor lizards, mudskippers, and even otters.
During certain times, visitors may spot bats resting inside limestone caves.
- Other Attractions Within the Tour
Alongside mangrove sightseeing, tours often include stops at:
Floating Fish Farm: Visitors can feed or observe local fish species such as stingrays and groupers.
️ Crocodile Cave (Gua Buaya): A limestone cave accessible during low tide.
Bat Cave (Gua Kelawar): Home to thousands of fruit bats hanging from the cave ceiling.
Limestone Formations: Featuring unique shapes and names like “Temple of Borobodur Rock” and “Elephant Stone.”
Shoes Island & Kilim Wall & Andaman Sea Persona view and getting picture
- Pick up & drop off around Langkawi
- Simple lunch at floating restaurant
- Beach swimming & sunbathing at Pantai Pasir Panjang or Pantai Tanjung Rhu for (estimated 3 hour tour) - pick your package in the selection button
