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Sarawak (/səˈrɑːwɒk/; Malay: [saˈrawaʔ]) is a state of Malaysia. Being the largest among 13 other states with the size almost equal to West Malaysia, Sarawak is located in northwest Borneo Island, Sarawak is bordered by the Malaysian state of Sabah to the northeast, Kalimantan, the Indonesian portion of Borneo, to the south, and the independent country of Brunei in the north. The capital city, Kuching, is the economic centre of the state and seat of the Sarawak state government. Other cities and towns in Sarawak include Miri, Sibu, and Bintulu. As of the 2015 census, the population of Sarawak was 2,636,000. Sarawak has an equatorial climate with tropical rainforests and abundant animal and plant species. It has several prominent cave systems at Gunung Mulu National Park. Rajang River is the longest river in Malaysia; Bakun Dam, one of the largest dams in Southeast Asia, is located on one of its tributaries, the Balui River. Mount Murud is the highest point in Sarawak.
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1. Mulu World Heritage Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 388 reviews
The forested mountains feature spectacular razor-edged pinnacles and hide one of the largest limestone cave systems in the world.
Reviewed By 950yashr - Jaipur, India
It was an wonderful experience in Mulu national park, it is a heaven for the people who loves nature, it has tropical climate that means its can rain anytime, The best thing is that we get to see so many things at one place. The caves, clear water pool, canopy walk, river safari and etc. Park guide's were very elaborative and their knowledge is pretty good as most of them are localities. For a person like it was a perfect getaway as very less mobile connection works at mulu.
2. Kubah National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 261 reviews
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Reviewed By iisechew - Malaysia, null
????Kubah Waterfall, Kuching When we had our pre-wedding photoshoot 3 years ago, we knew it had to be different.. We hiked in Kubah National Park all the way in to the waterfall, about an hour of journeying, together with 2 family friends who are amazing photographers. We brought formal attire, and changed there and there, just to immerse ourselves in the wonders of Borneo's Rainforests. ????The waterfall was magical.. It's not the gushing type with thundering waters, but instead, a gentle cascading fall with beautiful serenity pools, perfect for cool-water dipping. What makes this waterfall ethereal is how lush vines and ferns of different greens line the side of the cascades, flourishing and thriving with the constant gentle patters of water. The photography there was well worth all the effort. ????How to get there? Drive by car (or rent) to Kubah National Park, using Waze or Google Maps. From Kuching, the journey will take about an hour or so. Upon arrival, Malaysians only have to pay RM 10 per entry, Foreigners at Rm 20. You will receive a map with 2 main destinations - the top of the mountain, and Kubah waterfall. ????You can give the top of the mountain journey a miss. From what I hear, there isn't even a view to enjoy, and it's just a tar road journey all the way. Kubah Waterfall is to me the main attraction here. ⏲Come by morning; by afternoon, you might be denied entry because the rangers would have no one inside the rainforests after 6pm. *Special thanks to Gabriel Diong and Julieann for the amazing photoshoot!
3. Batang Ai National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By Mei-June-Julai
Tour Guide & Boatman: Very friendly and helpful throughout the whole trip with amazing skills in cooking and boating. (seriously not kidding, their cooking is better than the food we ate at a restaurant near Lubok Antu) Accommodation: Exceed my expectations! I didn't hold a very high hope towards the lodging in a forest but theirs is amazing! It was clean, with mosquito net and a well-maintained bathroom for each room! Electricity: Available from 6+ to 10+ but I have no problem with that. Just charge your phone between that period. It is quite cooling during the night. Things to bring: Sunblock is very important during the ride from the jetty to the longhouses, easy to dry clothes, slippers and sports shoes that you won't miss We are very lucky that we saw a wild orang utan hanging from the trees during the boat ride, it was amazing!!
4. Bako National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 924 reviews
Reviewed By ngcwee - Kuching, Malaysia
Bako is truly one of the most beautiful places in Kuching. Within a short boat ride from the Bako Jetty you have access to a pristine national park with beautiful rock formations, some of the best beaches in the area, nice jungle trekking and some unique landscapes. Getting there is also a breeze with the efficient and cheap boat service run by the national park. A must for nature lovers.
5. Maludam National Park
6. Kuching Wetlands National Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 124 reviews
Enjoying the nature
Reviewed By Trail736987 - Bolton, United Kingdom
another awe inspiring experience and worth the visit if you a in this part of the world. There is also the opporutnity to stay over there but i do day visits travelling to the river from the hilton hotel and hiring a boad that you give a time to come and collecct you at. The taxi will also return for you. Dont run your hands through the water as there are live crocidiles in tehre finding out aftern I did an iimpression of an old flake advert the boatman took me to a corner where the crocs had been caught. There is a coffee shop you need to ensure you have your valuables secure as it is the local wildlife who have learned to pickpocket the monkeys will come into resteraunts and steal your food as well but a very memorable and happy experience, hope to do further visits when in area lots of wildlife like monkeys, mudskippers, pot bellied pigs that roam around fabulous ancient trees and pitcher plants used by monkeys for toillets lots of fauna and trails and affordable to do if not staying your last boad will leave about 5 the daylight here is roughly 7-7 like a curtain going up and down very hot and humid also so make sure you have plenty of water
7. Niah National Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By rlgm007
Once you enter the Niah National Park and purchase a ticket remember to take water (there are vendors selling water midway), a head light (an absolute must), rain poncho, and binoculars (if you like birds). You must cross on a small boat for 1 ringet then you walk on a wooden boardwalk for 4.5 km to get to the caves. The caves are fantastic and grand. You can even see pictographs in the painted cave. If you book in the Longhouse Patrick Libau beware of Josman as he doesn't answer his phone, doesn't respond to text messages and/or emails. I tried contacting him for over a week just to reconfirm my stay and he never responded. I booked in June and at that time he was very responsive. He even told me to take the bus to the Kosa Junction where he would pick me up. Well, I'd still be there waiting for him. Fortunately I rented a car and could easily move around. The longhouse is impossible to find and the Waze and Google Maps sent me to an area where no one knew Josman. I booked through AirBnB who won't refund my complete payment (NEVER WILL I BOOK ANYTHING THROUGH AIRBNB - THE WORST). Because the caves are in the middle of no where there are no hotels nearby so I had to book another hotel in Miri... an hour and half away. I have yet to hear from the Longhouse Patrick Libau....
8. Similajau National Park
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By aroundtheborders - Prague, Czech Republic
Great place for real jungle trekking. It was raining when we go here that makes it more exciting! This place is not far from city center. Approximately 30 kilometers. Entrance fee is RM 20.00 each. The longest that you can go in this park is to the Golden Beach which is 10 kilometres away from the starting point. On the way you pass by viewpoint and 2 station named turtle beach. It was really a great experience! Have fun on your visit and watch out for crocodiles!
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