LOOKOUT: Unique Spots

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I'm looking out for venues/attractions that lay hidden around Malaysia. It can be a good makan spot or a refurbished historic structure or a unique homestay/inn


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PACKAGE: Weekend with Mom Nature

SUGGESTED ITINERARY

Day 1

MORNING / AFTERNOON - Arrivals to Langkawi 

EVENING - Jungle Trekking / Evening Walk + Dinner at Local Seafood Restaurant

Day 2

MORNING / AFTERNOON - Breakfast @ Hotel + Mangrove Kayak Trip + Lunch

EVENING - Sunset Cruise + BBQ Dinner

Day 3

MORNING / AFTERNOON / EVENING - Breakfast @ Hotel + Free at Leisure + Departure to Singapore

PACKAGE WRITE-UP

DAY 1: GREEN CHEMISTRY DAY

JUNGLE TREKKING / EVENING WALK

This trip is a moderate trek of 3 hours into the tropical rainforest that gives the perfect opportunity to explore part of the nature of Langkawi. Experienced nature guide will show you a few of Langkawi’s 400 tree species with a height up to 70 meters, birds, butterflies and monkeys.

The first two hours will have the group in the jungle and the last part of the trip, the group will experience the shift change from day to nocturnal animals with a great chance to spot flying lemurs (100% chance) and flying squirrels (red giant and/or pygmy – 80% chance).

Notes:

·         Duration trip: 3-3.5 hours excluding transportation time

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     We recommend to wear closed shoes with some profile (sneakers or hiking boots), long pants and T-shirt and to bring a small backpack to carry mineral water and camera

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      Included: transfer from and back to hotel, mineral water (2 small bottles each), experienced guide, insurance

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      Trip will be done in the beautiful and extensive jungle behind the Berjaya Resort (no leeches!) in the Mat Chinchang area

DAY 2: BLUE BANG DAY

MANGROVE KAYAK TRIP

Enjoy the mangroves of Langkawi with a taste of adventure and some exercise during this 5 hour kayak trip . Have a good close up to the ecology of the mangroves while gliding with kayaks through a smaller area in the mangrove jungle away from the larger rivers.

During the 5 hour kayaking tour (that includes timing for lunch!) one might be lucky to see monkeys, snakes, eagles (we don’t feed them), otters, other special birds or monitor lizards.

Menu for lunch:

·         Tom Yam Soup

·         Fried Rice Prawn

·         Fresh Fruits

·         1 Soft Drink or 1 Mineral Water

Notes:

·         Kayaks are 2-seaters, very stable and life jackets are compulsory

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      Duration trip: 6-7 hours including transportation time

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          We recommend to wear swimwear under short pants and T-shirt, sandals or flip-flops, a hat or a cap and to  bring a towel and enough sun protection

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            A waterproof bag will be provided during the trip so the guest can bring a (small) camera along

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           Included: transfer from and back to hotel, mineral water (2 small bottles each), set lunch at floating restaurant, insurance, experienced guide, well-equipped kayaks, fish tour, visit bat cave, visit eagle area

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      Trip is focused on nature and not on speed or distance

SUNSET CRUISE

Glorious sunset with cocktails and scrumptious BBQ Dinner! Along with it is one of a kind “Salt Water Jacuzzi”. A perfect way to end your trip in Langkawi and it’s right here to experience total serenity at the Andaman Sea.

What to expect

·         Magnificent Sunset

·         Salt Water Jacuzzi

·         19-course BBQ Dinner

·         Open bar serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink

·         If lucky, dolphins might swim along the yacht

ASTON FAVE HOTEL

Aston Fave Hotel is a brand new 3-star hotel located at Cenang Beach. It is said to be the first of its kind in Langkawi to offer the perfect blend of style, functionality and value. Just a short stroll away from the beach or guests can indulge in the hotel’s eclectic coffee shop, relax at the hotel’s bar or lounge or get a tan at the hotel’s rooftop sundeck. Fave Hotel also offers free WiFi throughout the property as well as Spa facilities.

The eco-friendly Deluxe Room is equipped with LCD TVs, remote controlled Air-Conditioner, security deposit boxes, standing shower bathrooms and security key card locking system. 

Situated at Cenang Beach which is the liveliest and happening spot in Langkawi, guest can expect a myriad of attractions such as beachfront restaurants, bars, nightclubs and trendy boutiques.

Website:

http://www.aston-international.com/ourhotels_overview.php?id=NTU=

Note: Word of caution that the operators providing motorised water-sport activities may NOT be licensed and covered by insurance. Hence should the group still would want to proceed with these activities, it is at own risk and UNO Quest will not be responsible with any losses, damages or death.

RATES

·        Rates quoted are based on number persons (minimum 4 persons). Kindly contact us for the rates.

·         Rates quoted are based on PRIVATE basis

·         Rates quoted will be in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR) 

·          Rates will include

-          Roundtrip airport/hotel transfer via VAN

-          2 nights’ Deluxe Room (twin-sharing) accommodation with breakfast at Aston Fave Hotel

-          Meals: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinner

-          Jungle Trekking / Evening Walk with transfer

-          Mangrove Kayak Trip with Mangrove Tree Planting with transfer

-          Sunset Cruise with transfer

-          Soft Drinks (Coke, Sprite or equivalent) served in coach/van during pick-up and drop-off

-          Welcome Gift upon arrival

-          UNO Quest staffs on site for ground handling

·         Rates do NOT include

-          Air tickets or any transfer mode to Langkawi and vice-versa

-          Beverages during meals (unless specified)

-          Travel insurance

PRE-PAYMENT

·         50% deposit from the total amount  45 days prior to event date

·         30% payment from the total amount 7 days prior to event date

PAYMENT

·         Full payment to be settled within 7 days after the event

·         Payment may be made payable to UNO Quest Solutions via Cash or Cheque to the following account:

Name of Bank: Hong Leong Bank

Bank Account: 05401009148

CANCELLATION

·         50% cancellation charges will apply for bookings cancelled 15 days prior to event

·         100% cancellation charges will apply for bookings cancelled 3 days prior to event

DISCLAIMER

·      UNO Quest shall NOT in any way be liable to you and/or your group members for any death, injury, damage and/or loss howsoever arising whether by omissions and/or acts, negligent acts arising on the client’s part