Firstly...just to clarrify...there are a few main tour companies that go to the island the 2 main ones from Langkawi are East Marine Divers & Coral Island. We travelled with the latter...so can only comment on our experience with them. Ok...so...we booked the trip through one of the numerous travel agents on Cenang Beach. Prices vary depending on where you... more

The boat I took was a 2 hour ride each way. I was expecting 1 hour each way, so was suprised to find it was 4 hours in transit instead of the advertised 2. Bring books. Once we finally arrived we left the boat for the platform (which was quite roomy) we were given snorkel gear and could use fins... more

I did the trip to Pulau Payar from Penang in Sep 2006. It was the most memorable day of the holiday. Picked up at our hotel by a coach for a short transfer to penang harbour. Quickly onto the ferry, which has to be said is in need of a bit of TLC. Word of advice, boat trip takes approx... more