GETTING THERE > SARAWAK

BY AIR
Sarawak is well-connected to Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia's capital city) as well as several other international destinations. The main airport is the Kuching International Airport. There are a number of other airports ans airstrips in Sarawak, situated in Miri, Bintulu and Sibu. Malaysia Airlines, the national carrier , provides daily flights to othet towns. The flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching takes about 1 hour 45minutes. Direct flights are also available from Kuala Lumpur to Sibu, Miri and Bintulu.

In addition, the budget carrier AirAsia operates direct flights to Sarawak. Unlike Malaysia Airlines which departs from Kuala Lumpur International airport, AirAsia operates from the Low Cost Carrier Terminal building. Prices a cheaper when visitors book in advance.

Sarawak is also accessible by air from the neighbouring state of Sabah, and Labuan as well as Brunei Darussalam. The airlines that provide air links to Sarawak include Silk Air, Royal Brunei Airlines, Tiger Airways, Jetstar and Batavia air.

BY SEA
There a regular ferry services to Sarawak from Labuan and Brunei darussalam. The staging points are situated in Limbang and Lawas.

BY ROAD
It is possible to take a bus from Brunei Darussalam to Miri. The journey takes about five hours.

GETTING AROUND
Getting around Kuching is simple with the easy availability of buses and taxis. taxis are mostly available in front of major hotels and shopping malls.

Despite the vast size of the state, getting around Sarawak is fairly convenient with a good network or rural air services. Airport  are situated in Miri, Bintulu, Sibu and Mulu.

Overland transfer are possible via the Trans Borneo Highway which connect Sarawak to Sabah and Brunei Darussalam. Visitors are encouraged to get adequate information from the tourist Information Centers on the duration of journey and routes.

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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION> SARAWAK

ACCOMMODATION
There is a wide range of accommodation in Sarawak catering to every tasted and budget. The capital city of Kuching as well as the surrounding areas of Damai and Santubong have a number of five-star resort. At the national parks visitors will find jungle lodges, hostel and modest chalet. Gunung Mulu National Park and Batang Ai National Park are situated near to exclusive jungle resorts. More jungles resorts can found in Kapit and Padawan. Major towns such Miri are also equipped with good accommodation facilities.

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WELCOME TO EAST MALAYSIA ( SARAWAK )

EXPLORE THE EXTRAORDINARY NATURAL MARVEL OF SARAWAK!


There is something utterly fascinating and mystical about Sarawak. This is the largest state in Malaysia, occupying the southwestern ridge of Borneo.

Its vibrant ethnic groups, coupled with the legacy of the Brooke dynasty,weave a history filled with intrigue and fascination. Kuching, the capital city, is a good place to get a glimpse into the past.


PLACE OF INTEREST


GUNUNG MULU NATIONAL PARK
Miri
( A UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Gunung Mulu's signature attraction is the razor-sharp limestone spokes called The Pinnacles

One of the most outstanding attraction in Sarawak, Gunung Mulu National Park is a treasure trove of vertical cliffs, jagged limestone pinnacles and intricate cave network. The area is a paradise for researchers with some 20,000 animals and 3,500 plant species.

Tour and caving expeditions are available from the park office. Visitors can choose from introductory , intermediate or advanced tours depending on their experience and fitness levels. Tours are accompanied by World Heritage Guides. To truly appreciate the beauty of Mulu, visitors are advised to allocate at least several days for their trip here. Accommodation rangers from camp sites, forest hunts to the exclisive Royal Mulu Resort nestled amidst the rainforest  . Mulu is accessible by air from Miri. 

MUST DO;

* Visit the four show caves- Deer, Lang, Clearwater and Wind Cave

* Watch millions of bats from the Bat Observatory

* Make your way to the Pinnacles summit

* Trek along the Headhunters Trail to Limbang

* Go up the 480m Mulu canopy Skywalk

* Explore the Medicine Plants Trail

Tel: 085 432 561

(Mulu National Park & Wildlife Office)

085 792 305 (Borsarmulu Park Mangement)

Websita: www.mulupark.com / www.mulucaves.com

NIAH NATIONAL PARK

Miri

Millions of bats and swiftlets, numerous historical sites,acient tombs and primary rainforest come together to enchant visitors at this national park.

The Great Cave here was inhabited by prehistoric men nearly 40,000 years ago

Among the relics unerthed include Neolithic paintings and Paleolitic artefacts. Niah National park is accessible from Miri and Bintulu. It is situated about 109km from Miri or 131km from Bintulu. Accommodation ranges from chalets, hostel to a rest house.

MUST DO:

* Explore the forest trails

* Visit Iban longhouse nearly

* Enjoy a boat ride

* Explore the Great Cave to see the excavation sites

* Visit Niah's famous Painted Cave

Tel: 085 737 454 / 737 450

(Niah National Park & Wildlife Office) 

BAKO NATIONAL PARK

Kuching

Bako National park is ideal for day trips because of its proximity to the city. It is also said to be the best place to start your discovery of the state's rainforest. Among rhe occupants or this national park are the rare proboscis monkey, long-tailed macaques, leaf monkey, monitor lizard, plantain squirrels and about 150 species of birds. Accommodation is available in the form of forest hostels and lodges. Many tpur companies orgainise tours to Bako.

Tel: 082 431 336 ( Bako Terminal)

        082 478 011 ( Bako National park)  

KUCHING WATERFRONT

Kuching

Kuching waterfront is a 900m long esplanade. It is a popular hangout for local and foreigner alike. A number of heritage building surround the waterfront. Interesting sight include the Chinese History Museum, Sarawak Steamship Building and Square Tower, each with its own history and saga. The area is best explored via the walking trails that have been laid out. Avaid shoppers can visit the Main Bazaar nearby, where a stretch of shops an assortment of handicrafts. 

SARAWAK MUSEUM

Kuching

Housed in stately building bearing Victorian-style architecture, this museum is a repository of information on the state's ethnography, natural history, crafts and the petroleum industry. The new wing (Dewan Tun Abdul razak) showcase artefacts related to archaeology. Please take note that visitors are not allowed to bring in their cameras.

Opening hours: 9.00am-6.00pm

Admission is fee

Tel: 082 244 232 (Sarawak Museum Department)

ISLAMIC MUSEUM

Kuching

Just walking distance from Sarawak Museum's New Wing, this museum has a wealth of information on the Muslim community in Sarawak. Its seven themed galleries display a variety of information on Islamic history and heritage.

Opening hours: 9.00am-6,00pm

Admission is free

Tel: 082 244 232 (Sarawak Museum Department)

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