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Datai Bay Beach is located on the Malacca Strait and it is in the 3th place out of 24 beaches in the Kedah region 84 km away from its center, the city of Alor Setar. It is one of the beaches of Teluk Datai settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a long bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Datai Bay Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
Datai Bay Beach is located in Kedah within Teluk Datai, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Langkawi island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
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Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Bright sand
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Partly hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Pantai Cenang 0.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Tanjung Rhu 0.3 km
What to do in Datai Bay Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Datai Bay Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Datai Bay Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Datai Bay Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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The Datai Bay Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Datai Bay Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Datai Bay Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Datai Bay Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Datai Bay Beach for swimming is very positive.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
The region of the Datai Bay Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
The bar is located right on the Datai Bay Beach.
There are 1 restaurants nearby.Hornbill Cafe is the closest place located 1200 meters from the beach.
The Datai Bay Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
There are 1 attractions near Datai Bay Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Langkawi Sky Bridge located in 4.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Datai Bay Beach is March. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is November with air temperature 29°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.
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