Day Trips & Excursions in Sarawak

Enjoy a full-day tour of picturesque Bako National Park on this memorable tour that showcases some of the best of Malaysia's natural landscapes. Learn about the plants, wildlife, ecosystems and diverse habitats that cover this national gem and get an up close look at rare flora and fauna - like Proboscis monkeys, monitor lizards and wild boar - on this journey into Bako National Park.

Discover the birthplace of civilization in Southeast Asia on a guided tour of the Niah Caves, located in Sarawak's Niah National Park. Home to Borneo's oldest human remains dating back 40,000 years, the park contains one of the largest limestone caves in the world. At this important archaeological site you'll find cave paintings after a walk in the forest. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport from Miri are provided on this full-day tour.

Satang Island consists of Pulau Satang Besar and Pulau Satang Kecil. Journey through its pristine waters and visit a turtle hatchery, where you'll learn about conservation efforts, and have the chance to journey into an underwater world on this Satang Island Turtle Conservation and snorkeling day trip. Enjoy the calm relaxation of traveling across the South China Sea, snorkel and swim in clear blue waters amid colorful fish and gain a deeper understanding of conservation efforts being made to preserve and protect sea turtles on this popular day trip from Kuching.

Set out in search of Malaysia's native Rafflesia flowers, a magnificent rare flower that can measure up to 1-meter long, on this full-day tour to Gunung Gading National Park from Kuching. Enjoy a brisk hike along rainforest trails, passing wild waterfalls and exotic birds, then stop to enjoy a packed lunch (included) in the heart of the jungle. Make sure you keep your camera to hand - the Rafflesia is the world's largest flower and it's a prime opportunity for budding wildlife photographers.

Experience life in a traditional Sarawak village on this 4-hour tour from Kuching, including hotel pick-up. Learn about Sarawak's diverse cultural heritage as you enjoy traditional ethnic dances and see demonstrations of handicrafts from bamboo carving to straw weaving. Watch the villagers go about their everyday lives, or get involved and learn how to shoot a Penan blowpipe or play an Orang Ulu sape.

Venture south of Kuching to Semonggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre and get an up close look at how dedicated locals and naturalists help to preserve, protect and rehabilitate orangutans that have been injured, orphaned or captured. Watch as these giant primates roam freely and witness rainforest feedings as part of this unique trip, which includes a short trek into the jungle and hotel pick up and drop off.

Get up close to Malaysia's native Orangutans, then take a walk on the wild side on this 6.5-hour tour of the Kubah National Park from Kuching, including lunch. Start with a visit to the Matang Wildlife Center, where you'll also have chance to spot sun bears, bear cats, porcupines and crocodiles, and learn more about the center's preservation and rehabilitation efforts. Next, enjoy a short hike through the lush rainforest of the Kubah National Park, stopping to admire jungle waterfalls, rare orchids and colorful birds along the way.

Skip the hassle of public buses and relax with pickup and drop-off direct from your hotel as you treat your family to Jong's Crocodile Farm & Zoo. Around 20 miles (30 kilometers) away from Kuching, this crocodile farm is home to over 1,000 mighty reptiles and a dedicated crocodile museum, plus monkeys, leopards, sun bears, deer, turtles, and more. Don't miss the feeding sessions and the giant crocodile skull.