Pulau Payar in Langkawi island is one of the islands located off the coast of the duty free destination. It is located along the Malacca Straits about 30km towards the south of Langkawi. One of the most popular tourist destinations around here, it covers 4 small islands which are Pulau Payar which is the largest among all, Pulau Lembu, Pulau Segantan and Pulau Kaca. The cool thing about these islands here is that they are largely inhabited.

There are no developments here which means that you will not be able to find much accommodation here. There are officers from the Fisheries Department around the islands here though who are here to enforce the no fishing law. Therefore, if you are into the nature and would like to enjoy and experience the unspoilt attractions of what the islands have to offer, then you could come here and set up your own camp. There are a lot of things to adhere to though where a prior permission from the Alor Setar Fisheries Department need to be obtained.

The Pulau Payar Marine Park is the most common place here which can be reached either through Kuah on Langkawi Island, Kuala Kedah or from Penang. Most hotels and resorts would provide packages to this spot known for many activities including scuba diving and snorkeling.