Exploring Malaysia 
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The Ecosystems of the old limestone rock formation, caves, mudflats and the seas have three main types of vegetation: the mangroves, the vegetation of the limestone hills and flora of the mudflats and beaches. The rich biodiversity which inhabits the area are a strong pull for nature lovers.
Caves
Caves are plentiful within the Geoforest Park. Cave explorers can expect to find many interesting grottos to discover and not limited to those described. There are also many ways to explore the caves where Gua Buaya can be explored by boat, as the Kilim River flows into the cave, or Gua Kelawar on foot where you can walk along a wooden platform through the mangrove swamp to the cave.
Cave of Stories
Langkawi’s most famous cave Gua Cerita or Cave of Stories is easily accessible by boat from Tanjung Rhu. On the walls are ancient inscriptions, said to verses from the Holy Koran.
Gua Pinang
Gua Pinang is located in an area which was submerged under the sea for thousands of years. Interesting features include ancient seashells embedded in the cave walls.
