Greetings to all from the Marine Guide

Last updated: 7 September, 2010

The Marine Guide is a special section of the Langkawi Gazette for all SaiIors, Yachties, or anyone who enjoys getting out on the water.
The Marine Guide is put together and maintained by Bob McKean,
an experienced sailor and boat owner (monohulls and catamarans), living on Langkawi. He's sailed SEA waters for more than 21 years and is the owner and General Manager of YBC (Yacht Broker & Charters Sdn. Bhd.), which is the most successful brokerage company in the region. His website you find here . Mark, Langkawi Gazette

With your help, these pages will be kept as informative and up to date as possible.
Please send any suggestions or questions to me on our contact form here.

Thank you and wishing you all "smooth sailing" ....Bob McKean.

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by things you didn't do than by the ones you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." -- Mark Twain

Overview:

Marinas: RLYC Telalaga Harbour Rebak
Moorings: Kuah - Hole In The Wall - Telaga
Anchorages: Kuah - Telaga

Marinas, Moorings and Anchorages:

To clear in, there's a choice of two locations. #1. 'Jetty Point' on the SE side of the island, beside the Royal Langkawi Yacht Club, or  #2. Telaga Marina, on the NW side, which is part of the Telaga Harbour Park complex. (See full details in "Clearing In and Out"). At  both locations there's also the possibility of taking a mooring or free anchoring. Firstly, here's a summary of the three marinas in Langkawi, followed by details on moorings and anchorages.

Marina Pros and Cons:

Kuah - RLYC

In the Royal Langkawi Yacht Club
(click above for website & more details)
Latitude 6.18.2' N
Longitude 99. 51.1' E
VHF Channel 69
Call sign: "Royal Langkawi Yacht Club".

Tel. + (6)04 966 4078
Fax + (6)04 966 5078

Email: office@langkawiyachtclub.com

Sample of berthing fees in the RLYC:

Of course for different sizes you pay different prices. This is just to give you an idea.

Facilities:

Electricity: single phase and 3 phase, from 32A -100A ; Free water; Shower/Toilet
Free wireless Internet that covers the whole club and marina. Swimming pool ; 24 hr Security ; Maintenance services ; Laundry ; Fax/Tel services ; Supply of diesel fuel

Note: All Pets must be on leash at all times inside the Clubs Property and you are not
allowed to do major work on your boat in the marina.

There is a 3 page, 19 point write up with 'General Conditions of Berthing'...

Caution: Strong tidal cross-ways currents can get up to 4 knots during spring tides. Incoming tide runs N to S and outgoing tide runs from S to N.  If possible, it's wise to enter or exit only during slack water, about one hour after high or low water
(See tide tables on this site)

Facilities at Jeti Pelancongan: Kuah, Bass Harbour

NOT a marina, but a cheaper option for monohulls under 40', is Jetty Pelancongan,
between RLYC & Kuah Town (behind Mosque). Details at 'Free Anchorages' below. 

Rebak Marina

Rebak Marina

(click above for website & more details)
Location: Lat: 06.17.6  N
Long: 99. 41.7 E

VHF Ch 69.

Call sign - 'Rebak Marina"

Travel lift: Boats up to 50 tonnes & beam
7 metres. Two-way haul out RM35 p/foot. Pressure wash RM4 p/foot. Crane hire RM 300 p/hour. On sling haul out for quick inspection or survey, maximum 2 hours RM 600.
Mast "Unstep/Step" total RM600, including crane one hour. Forklift hire RM50 p/hr. 
Hardstand bay rent RM 1.50 per ft per day. Discount on advance payment only. 
Two weeks notice is required for haul out scheduling. Confirmation of reservation upon payment. Boat to arrive one day before haulout. Marina wet berth RM 1.00 per ft per day. Discount upon advance payment only. For hardstand and wet berth, electricity rate RM 0.50 per kwh and water rate RM 1.30 per m3.

The marina and resort is located on its own island, and the hardstand, wrapped around
the lagoon, is relaxed and quiet, with adjacent toilets, showers and cruiser restaurant, the Hard Dock Cafe. The community of sailors is close-knit and welcoming.

Facilities: - Laundry, shower/toilet. General store for some daily needs.
Propane gas filling, Storage compartments for rent. Fax & e-mail services
Deluxe class resort with 82 rooms. All day dining restaurant facing the water.
Bar and Lounge. Private beach. Pool bar and swimming pool.  Gymnasium

Ferry: As Rebak is situated on an island, about 2 km off the Langkawi main island, it is necessary to take the 10 minute free ferry ride to Lankasuka Jetty. There you can hire a car or taxi to do provisioning in either Padang Matsirat (8km) or Kuah Town (23km).

Time table: Rebak to Langkasuka: 0730, 0845, 0940, 1100, 1330, 1530, 1730, 2130
                    Langkasuka to Rebak: 0815, 0915, 1015, 1230, 1430, 1815, 2030, 2230

Contact details: rmmarina.malaysia@tajhotels.com  or  mazrizal.othman@tajhotels.com
Mazrizal Othman, Marina Manager, Rebak Island Resort - A Taj Hotel, P.O Box 125, Kuah, 07000, Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia, Tel : +604 9665566, Fax : +604 9669973

Telaga Harbour Marina

Telaga Harbour Marina
(click above for website & more detaIls)
Latitude 6. 21.53' N
Longitude 99. 40.96' E
VHF Channel 69 (then change to 72)
Call sign: "Telaga Harbour".

Tel: + (6) 04 959 2202
Marina Manager H/P: (6) 012 - 297 9195
Fax + (6) 04 959 2204

Email: info@telagaharbour.com

Sample of  berthing fees in TELAGA:

Facilities:

Electricity supply metered, single phase, 3 phase, from 32A to 100A ; Free water;
Wireless Internet that covers the whole marina ; Hot shower/Toilet ; Tel/Fax :
Supply of diesel and petrol. Several restaurants on site. Small general stores.

Moorings:

Bass Harbour Moorings:  In front of Kuah Town.

Safe secure moorings are available from only RM300 a month, subject to availability.
No surcharge for catamarans. Very handy to town for supplies, banking etc. so no transport costs incurred for most yachtie needs. Can even sit and enjoy a drink in the “Pier Restaurant” or “Silver Sands” and admire your “baby”.

It's quiet and private (not sitting on top of next door neighbours), normally cool enough to not need aircon. Wifi is accessible from the zoned mooring area.  Free water is available for yachts staying on the moorings. Great place to leave your vessel whilst going home or enjoying land travel or waiting for it to be sold.

Most yacht repairs and maintenance offered, including refrigeration supply and repair, engineering, electrical, glass work, engine runs. Bottom and boat cleaning for absentee yachts is also available at competitive rates. No surcharge payable as is common in marinas.

Call Roger on yacht 'Solid Gold' on 012 5586109 or best to email giving boat details to; solidgoldmoorings@yahoo.com

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"Hole In The Wall" Moorings:

North East coast of Langkawi island.

Office: + (6)04-9675301   Fax: + (6) 04-9675302

(Owner & Operations Mgr) Rahmad 012-5620015

General Location: Langkawi Geopark in Kilim Mangrove Forest

By Boat: Position of entrance: Lat: 06.25'40"  Long: 99.52'08" then continue for approx 1/2 mile to river arm on right. Anchor and proceed by dinghy to Floating Restaurant and speak to Rahmad for directions to your mooring. Staff will assist with mooring.

By Road: 8km from Kuah, on way to Tanjung Rhu. Turn right at Kilim Jetty sign, go 400 mtrs to Jetty.  Ask for Rahmad's free shuttle boat. Leaves at only 1230 & 1730 daily. 

Mooring Fees: RM300 per month, payable in advance. (Long term preferred).

Services: Free water, in limited supply to 'mooring' customers. Others (small charge).
Low price on beers to 'mooring' customers. Internet at half hour rate if have own laptop.
Free transport for cutomers to/from Kalim Jetty at set times. Travel agency information.
Extra services available: Boat cleaning (Exterior and underwater only). Periodic general maintenance, (engine run etc), security and boat watch. One restaurant.  No shops.

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Telaga Harbour Moorings:           

Latitude 6. 21.53' N
Longitude 99. 40.96' E     

VHF Channel 69 (then change to 72)
Call sign: "Telaga Harbour".

Tel: + (6) 04 959 2202
Marina Manager H/P: (6) 012 297 9195.
Fax + (6) 04 959 2204

Email: info@telagaharbour.com

Mooring charges within Telaga Harbour marina basin for both monos & catamarans.

Up to 12 meters LOA.... RM542 p/mth       Over 12 meters LOA....RM677 p/mth.

Mooring fees include: FREE... Dinghy landing, unlimited water by jerry can, hot showers and toilets, WIFI connection, rubbish disposal, yachties lounge with TV and books. 

Free Anchorages:

Bass Harbour: In front of Kuah Town

If you choose this option - which many yachts do - be aware of two things:

The anchor ground is not ideal. There are patches where your anchor will not hold in gusts over 20 knots, which can occur at any time from May to November.

Do not anchor too near to the ferries. They do occasionally drag or break loose from their mooring and damage other boats. For RM8 p/day you can land your dinghy at Royal Langkawi Yacht Club, where use of showers/ toilet costs an extra RM5 per day .

Those wanting WIFI facilities out in the Bay (Bass Harbour) will also have to pay RM35 per month to RLYC. The connection does not work in the whole bay. Check first!

Free Anchorage:  Outside Telaga Harbour

Situated in a protected bay behind two 
sand islands with clean water and beach.
From there you can go about 300mtrs by
dinghy to Telaga Marina.  A landing fee
of RM5 p/day or RM20 p/week includes
hot showers & toilets, (free if in Marina)
plus rubbish disposal & yachties lounge
with TV and books. WIFI: RM5 per day,
RM18 per week or RM30 per month,
(free, if berthed in the Marina).

Facilities at Jeti Pelancongan: Bass Harbour, Kuah (Not Free)

You can also tie up your dinghy at the small ferry jetty (Jeti Pelancongan) on the blue coloured floating pontoon. This new complex is situated in Bass Harbour, immediately behind the Mosque, midway between Kuah Town and Jetty Point ferry terminal (RLYC).

 Dinghy fees are RM3 p/day, or RM20 p/wk, or RM60 p/mth. Pay in the office upstairs 
If you pay weekly or monthly you can use toilet and showers.

Storage: is available on site, in secure lockable, separate vacant shop units,  on long/short term. See manager, office upstairs, mornings only. Tel: 04-969 8300 Fax: 04-969 8302


PLEASE NOTE:
This is NOT a fully equipped marina, but
for monohulls under 36 ft, there's some-
times a berth available in one of the 8
fingers for RM400 per month. There is
no electricity and water is available only
by a single hose. Note: NO SEA WALL.
           
These berths are affected by swell
and waves, particularly May to Nov.

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NOTE:  Due to closeness of shore-based facilities, the anchorages above are usually
well populated with cruising yachts. There are also many remote anchorages around
Langkawi to choose from, such as the protected 'all-weather' area in the SE known as
the Fjords and Tanjung Rhu in the North, plus "Hole in the Wall" in the NE and others. 

For full details click Langkawi in the SE Asia map below. This will take you to a new map
and a list of 14 of the best anchorages. When each numbered anchorage is clicked,
details are given of Lat/Long, depths, plus "best months to be there" and any dangers. 

Click on the Map below to find 14 good Anchorages around Langkawi

    
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