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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.
Restaurants in Sarawak
1. Semadang Kayak
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5.0 based on 473 reviews
Semadang Kayak is the premier kayaking, bamboo rafting and adventure outfitter and service provider, operated at the Sarawak River (Semadang River) at the Heart of Borneo Rainforest in Kuching, Sarawak. With various package choices, we could take you on the kayaking and rafting trip of your life! This trip is a family friendly trip and suitable for beginners.
2. Paradesa Borneo
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5.0 based on 295 reviews
Open up your senses to Authentic Sarawak! We offer exciting on and off road cycling tours, Hiking, Kayaking and many other local tours, Chill out at our shop with free wifi, free information, hot and cold food and drinks and accommodation.
3. Semenggoh Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 3,380 reviews
Reviewed By Tanpt
20 minutes easy drive out of Kuching. Visit during feeding times (check web site) - when the wardens will call the orang utans and they will come for their favourite food (banana and coconut) Amazing to see them swing in and out, mums with baby in arm. one arm on rope , the other clutching the banana or coconut. interesting to see them smash the coconut on the hard resting place - to get to the meat . well worth the trip out. But be warned, on the rare occasions during fruit season, they may prefer wild fruit and now come when called!! Great for kids and easy walk
4. The Rucksack Rainforest Kayaking
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4.5 based on 255 reviews
The Rucksack Rainforest Kayaking is licensed (Licence No. KPL/LN5690)by the Malaysian Ministry of Tourism. We are committed to make your day Fun & Memorable. See you on the river!
5. Borneo Adventure
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4.5 based on 219 reviews
Borneo Adventure specializes in tours, excursions and activities focused on the Malaysian states of Sarawak and Sabah on the island of Borneo. We also offer tours to the Sultanate of Brunei. We are one of Malaysia's most established inbound tour operators and offer a range of over 100 small group or individual tours of Borneo to choose from.
6. Deer Cave
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4.5 based on 232 reviews
Reviewed By Poleinahole - Switzerland, null
The park is very well organized with accommodation; an info center; activities (like the canopy and night walks), guides; well maintained paths; clean toilets snd a well stocked shop with bug spray, rain ponchos, etc. A highlight is the 45 minute walk to and from Lang and Deer Caves and the caves themselves. Both are beautiful. It’s now rainy season and it poured at dusk so there were no bats, but the experience was incredible just the same. Given that it’s low season I was able to walk back to the park HQ by myself. Magical. Note that even if you fo see the bats, you won’t be able to get the famous picture of the “Abraham Lincoln” looking rock face of the cliff staring at the bats. That was taken by a photographer dangling from inside the roof of the cave for hours, rather than from the outside of the cave bay viewing area.
7. Bako National Park
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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.
8. Kuching Esplanade
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4.0 based on 1,071 reviews
Reviewed By PaulOoi
Kuching Waterfront esplanade located just opposite the Main Bazaar Street or for those not from Kuching it is just beside The Imperial Riverbank Hotel. You won’t missed it on the path where Gloria Jean’s Cafe stands. Those visiting Kuching, this is a MUST visit especially from evening onward. I will share my personal experience with you, the crowd started to build up as it gets dark into the evening. I was there on weekend, strolling along the riverbank straight on 2 evenings while staying at the Imperial Riverbank hotel. It is definitely a happening place to be and suitable for all people, be it a couple looking for a romantic backdrop, family bringing their children, elderly people sitting on the riverbank bench watching life passing by and tourists. This Sarawak river will tailor your mood for an enjoyable, relaxing & to forget your worries.... What you will see and participate :- 1. Riverboat ferry diners for a relaxing dining night out on a river cruise or simply let the river create your relaxation moods, cost around RM60+ 2. Or on a more like “AirAsia “ budget type, you can get a sampan boat ride on the river, price under RM20 per trip. 3. Then of course there is a sampan transportation to get you cross the other side of the riverbank. 4. Restaurants, there are the mak chik styles of cooking with plastic tables & chair along the path of this esplanade. Dishes are reasonably price and sedap too. Then there are the upper class dining choices, James Brooke restaurant & café surrounded by the park garden. Or the Gloria Jean’s Cafe with a river view on the top floor, for cakes, pies & coffee. 5. As you stroll along the riverfront, you will see stalls selling Sarawak souvenirs, cake lapis, lekor stall ( lekor stall was swamped with customers waiting for their orders, when I was there.... must be delicious ). 6. Street busking.... yes, you will see local singers performing, some in native Sarawak costume and some with bands too. Then you will see people dressing up in teddy bear outfit, Transformer characters performing generating happy mood . 7. THIS IS THE HIGHLIGHT – colourful water fountain show, jetting water up in the sky hundreds of feet above, with catchy songs to make the water fountain shows come alive using the Sarawak Legislative Assembly beautiful building as the backdrop.... awesome, you MUST not miss it. Do check out the timetable for this performance during the night, the show is on a schedule time. 8. You can walk across to the DUN & Fort Astana using the Darul Hana bridge. 9. Yes, there is a Tua Pek Kong Temple across the road where James Brooke's restaurant & cafe is. You won't miss it . There are plenty to do and pass your time in a memorable way..... don’t forget to take as many photos as possible so that when you get back home you can look at them longer..... Enjoy and have a wonderful time like I did...
9. Sarawak Orchid Garden
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 419 reviews
Reviewed By robn802 - Ontario, Canada
Not the easiest to find as the signs run out once get to the road to the State Legislature, a sign at the top to go left would be helpful to tourists. We found it and told other tourists how to find. Overall, a great assortment of orchids, the outside ones seemed to be out of season but we still enjoyed what was there. We accidentally left the cold room to the end & that was the best as it had the best orchids, recommend doing it that way. If you have the time, go! Also free admission.
