Damai Beach Orang Utan River Cruises Crafts The Great Cat of Kuching Traditional Fishing
Sarawak
Land of the Hornbills
Niah National Park Experience the awe of standing at the
archaeological site of 40,000 year-old human remains in this park.
Similajau National Park A bird-watchers’ paradise, enthusiasts can see
some 185 species of birds and 24 species of mammals. Lucky visitors
may spot dolphins and turtles in the sea.
Lambir Hills National Park The park is home to an incredible diversity of
plants, trees and insects, some that are yet to be identified.
Loagan Bunut National Park A natural marvel here is its large natural
lake that is said to dry up and disappear during dry seasons. The Talang
and Satang Island National Parks are turtle sanctuaries while Batang Ai
National Park offers more jungle adventure.
Longhouse Visits Go on a river safari to visit the indigenous
communities who live in longhouses along the Lemanak, Rejang, 17th Floor, Menara Dato’ Onn, Putra World Trade Centre
Skrang and Batang Ai Rivers. Watch how crafts are made or join in the 45, Jalan Tun Ismail, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
cultural dances. Tel : 603-2615 8188 • Fax : 603-2693 5884 / 0207
Tourism Infoline (within Malaysia) : 1 300 88 5050
Golfing Enjoy a round of golf in a pristine rainforest setting. Major golf E-mail : enquiries@tourism.gov.my
resorts in Sarawak are situated in Kuching, Damai, Padawan, Miri, Sibu Website : www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my
and Bintulu. e-Portal : www.virtualmalaysia.com
Diving Diving enthusiasts should not miss a trip to Miri, to explore one Tourism Malaysia Sarawak
of the richest reefs in Malaysia. Belais Reef and Luconia Shoals are
Tel: 6082-246 575 / 775
among the popular dive sites in the South China Sea.
Bario Lying at an elevation of 1,000m, Bario in Kelabit Highlands is
home to the Kelabit people, touted to be among Borneo’s best farmers.
Visitors will be awed by their culture and lifestyle.
Getting There
Kuching International Airport is the main entry point into the state.
Sarawak is easily accessible by frequent short-haul flights from the
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) in Peninsular Malaysia.
Visitors can also fly in from the Kota Kinabalu International Airport in
Sabah as well as other major cities in Malaysia.
Useful Contacts
Tourist Police Unit Tel: 6082-250 522 Your Free Copy
Kuching Visitors’ Information Centre Tel: 6082-410 944/2
Trafficking In Illegal Drugs Carries The Death Penalty
Miri Visitors’ Information Centre Tel: 6085-434 181
Sibu Visitors’ Information Centre Tel: 6084-340 980 VMY2007 SAR (Eng)/IH/PP
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Welcome to Sarawak
Cat Museum Welcome to a world dedicated to cats! Touted to be the world’s
Situated in Malaysian Borneo, Sarawak is the largest state in the country. Its first, the Cat Museum pays tribute to these adorable felines with a range of
colourful history under the rule of the White Rajahs, rich tapestry of cultures exhibits, photos, statues and souvenirs. Kucing means ‘cat’ in Malay.
and superb natural attractions make it a mesmerising holiday destination.
Many heritage buildings in Kuching, the capital city, reflect its rich past. An Damai Beach Damai Beach is a major vacation spot, with some of the state’s
eco-adventure land, Sarawak is great for trekking, caving, mountain best beach resorts. Enjoy a wide range of water sports activities at the
climbing, kayaking, biking, rafting and diving. resorts. Tours can be arranged to see the rare Irrawaddy dolphin. Other
Federal Territory
Limbang
State Capital popular beaches include Siar, Sematan, Penyok, Bandung in Kuching as well
Miri The state has a wide range of accommodation to suit all budgets and as Luak Bay and Hawaii Beach in Miri. The National Parks of Bako, Similajau
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preferences. There are international-standard beach resorts, jungle resorts, and Tanjung Datu also boast beautiful beaches.
Place of Interest Lambir Hills
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National Park Mulu star-rated hotels as well as longhouse-style resorts. Budget accommodation
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Bario is widely available. Take your pick from the variety of cuisine, from local Textiles and Crafts Take a mesmerising journey to explore Sarawak’s textiles
Loagan • Mulu National Park delicacies to Continental fare. and crafts. The Textile Museum and Pua Kumbu Museum are themed
Similajau Bunut • Gunung Mulu
National Park National Park attractions showcasing Sarawak’s handwoven fabrics. More textiles and
Bintulu
Places of Interest other handicrafts can be seen at Sarakraf Pavillion and Sarawak Handicraft
Mukah
Kuching Waterfront This 900m long esplanade, with landscaped Centre.
Talang Satang
surroundings and eateries, is a popular place for locals and foreigners alike.
National Park Places of interest here are The Square Tower, Sarawak Steamship Building Sunday Market in Satok Browse through a profusion of goods from
Tanjung Datu Sarawak Cultural and Chinese History Museum. A nearby attraction is the ornate Tua Pek Kong handicrafts, flowers, local snacks to traditional delicacies. The bustling
National Park Village Sarikei Sibu atmosphere and colourful cornucopia of things makes a trip here enjoyable.
Kapit Temple, reputed to be the oldest in the city.
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Gading KUCHING Bako National Park Main Bazaar This is the oldest street in the city. The shophouses here enjoy Bako National Park Sarawak has many national parks, each teeming with a
National Kubah
Park National Semenggoh immense popularity for the bewildering variety of items, from ethnic crafts, wealth of flora and fauna. Bako National Park is the state’s oldest, and home
Park Wildlife Centre Batang Ai National Park
Matang Padawan textiles to bamboo mats and pottery. Take home exquisite souvenirs of your to the rare long-nosed proboscis monkeys, long-tailed macaques and
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visit! various other animals. It serves as an excellent introduction to the rainforest.
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• Kuching Waterfront
• Tua Pek Kong Temple Sarawak Museum Sarawak Museum is hailed as one of the finest in Kubah National Park The world’s largest collection of palm trees, rare ferns
• Sarawak Museum
• Main Bazaar Southeast Asia. The Old Wing, designed in the style of a Normandy town and wild orchids are the main attractions here. The enclave is further
• Cat Museum
• Textile Museum house, houses an exceptional ethnographic collection. Within the grounds enriched with waterfalls and crystal-clear rivers. It is a favourite location for
• Pua Kumbu Museum
• Sarakraf Pavilion are an Aquarium, Botanical Gardens and Heroes’ Memorial. day trips.
• Sarawak Handicraft Centre
Myanmar Sarawak Cultural Village An award-winning attraction, Sarawak Cultural Gunung Gading National Park Beautiful cascading waterfalls, rare foliage
Laos
Village showcases the diverse lifestyles of the state’s ethnic groups. Visit the and a chance to see Rafflesia, the world’s largest flower, are the highlights
Cambodia
Philippines authentic dwellings and view their crafts, household items and musical here.
Vietnam
Thailand instruments. The lively cultural performance is a major highlight here.
South China Sea Sarawak Cultural Village is the venue of the annual Rainforest World Music Mulu National Park This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers spectacular
Brunei Festival. attractions. Gunung Mulu has the world’s largest cave chamber and the
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world’s most extensive cave system with razor sharp limestone pinnacles.
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make their way here during the feeding times. Other attractions include an teeming with corals are remarkable attractions here. Adventurous visitors
arboretum, fernery, botanical garden and fruit orchard. Matang Wildlife can head to the nearby Telok Melano village for a delightful homestay
Indonesia Centre provides the opportunity to view animals in enclosures. experience.
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