Underwater World, Langkawi
Underwater World Langkawi

Underwater World Langkawi is one of the island’s best-known attractions. Located at the southern end of Pantai Cenang. Underwater World Langkawi is one of the largest marine and freshwater aquaria in South East Asia. Underwater World Langkawi is built to raise awareness on the importance of conserving our precious aquatic life forms, thus creating an understanding of the deep and inseparable bond between man and nature Underwater World Langkawi has been a concept and theme for tourist favourite spot to visit especially foreigners due to the preservation of the place to shopping eating and entertainment.

Underwater World Langkawi is the largest aquarium in Malaysia houses a large collection of over 4000 aquatic lives. There are more than 500 species of animals and sea creatures in more than 100 specially designed tanks being exhibited here. Various animals, birds and inhabitants of the sub-Antarctic, Temperate and Tropical Rainforest regions.

Aquarium tank with large freshwater fish swimming, set against a rocky, plant-decorated backdrop at Underwater World Langkawi

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Explore Underwater World Langkawi

  • Preview Tank
    Arapaima, a Jurassic fish, is the largest freshwater fish in the world and can grow to more than eight feet. Also on display are “Tapah Fish” (Wallago Catfish) and Freshwater Stingray.
  • River Ecosystem
    The section consists of three connecting tanks with a river-flowing concept and displays many species of freshwater fishes from South East Asia, the Amazon, Africa, North America and Australia. Fish on display are Tropical Garfish, Albino Patin, Bala Shark and Redtailed Catfish.
  • Tropical Rainforest
    This large walk-through aviary will give visitors an experience of being in the heart of Tropical Rainforest environment. The elegant Flamingoes, the playful Ruddy Shelduck and proud Pheasant will greet visitors as they enter the section. Look for our flight birds such as Cockatoo, Doves and Macaws that flutters freely in this section. Also on display, there are the Knifefish, Giant Gouramy, Arowana, and cute furry Marmoset.
  • Tunnel Tank
    Feel yourself surrounded by Giant Stingrays, Giant Trevally, Giant Groupers, Olive Ridley Turtle and other schooling fishes at the aquarium underwater world Langkawi
  • Koi Pond 
    The Japanese Carps together with Sultan Fish, Cichlids are found here.
  • Venomous & Poisonous Section
    Although seemingly calm and inviting, these Moray Eels and Lionfish hold deadly weapons in disguise of their needle sharp teeth and spiny fins.
A small shark and a yellow fish swimming together in an aquarium tank at Underwater World Langkawi

Underwater world – Plan your exploration ahead!

  •  Entrance Fee : Adult : RM46/pax ||  Children : RM36/pax
  • Operation Hours : Daily 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
  • Feeding Times
    • Seals : 02:30 pm (Saturday- Thursday) / 04:00 pm (Friday only)
    • African Penguins : 11:00 am and 02:45 pm
    • Rockhopper Penguins: 11:15 am and 03:00 pm
    • Tunnel Tank : 03:30 pm

Prices and feeding times above are from our visit and can change – confirm current rates and the daily schedule on the official Underwater World Langkawi site before you go.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Underwater World Langkawi located?

It is at the southern end of Pantai Cenang, one of Langkawi’s most popular beaches, so it is easy to combine with a beach day.

How many animals are at Underwater World Langkawi?

It houses more than 4,000 aquatic animals across over 500 species, in more than 100 tanks, making it one of the largest aquariums in Southeast Asia.

Can you watch feeding times?

Yes, scheduled feedings for seals, African and Rockhopper penguins, and the tunnel tank are held throughout the day – check the current schedule when you arrive, as timings can shift.

More Things to Do Near Underwater World

Pantai Cenang, where Underwater World is located, is also home to parasailing at Cenang Beach. For attractions on the other side of the island, see the Langkawi Cable Car and Oriental Village, or browse our full guide to the best things to do in Langkawi.