Bako National Park
It may be the oldest and one of the smaller national parks in Sarawak, but it carries an extensive range of wildlife as well as a collection of pristine waterfalls and secluded beaches. This park has a well-maintained network of jungle trails for each visitor to get the most out of their experience here. Among the wildlife to be spotted within this park includes the proboscis monkey (of which the male species sports a 20kg potbelly) and the bearded pig. Also prepared are accommodation facilities and campsites.
Kubah National Park
Containing a sandstone plateau that includes Mount Serapi, Mount Selang and Mount Sendok, the Kubah National Park is located 20km from the city of Kuching and is one of the most accessible hiking spots around. It also contains a number of waterfalls and rich forests which is home to a variety of wildlife.
Gunung Mulu National Park
Dominated by three mountains – Gunung Api, Gunung Mulu and Gunung Benarat – this world-famous national park is the largest in the state. Located near Miri, it is known to have the world’s largest cave passage, the world’s largest natural chamber, and also the longest cave in Southeast Asia. This park may be famous for its caves, but it also boasts a series of jungle treks and mountain hikes, including the hike up to view the Pinnacles, 45 metre high, razor sharp limestone spikes laid out over the slopes of Gunung Api.
Niah National Park
Located on Sungai Niah, this national park is one of the most important archaeological sites in the world as it was here that the oldest modern human remains were discovered. One of the highlights of visiting the Niah Caves is to see the famous pre-historic paintings on the walls, drawn in red hematite. There are aso several jungle trails to follow, as well as an Iban Longhouse to visit near the boundary of the park.
Gunung Gading National Park
Gunung Gading, located in the Lundu district, is most famous for the rafflesia flowers that bloom within its rainforests. Besides that, visitors can also opt for swimming in the jungle streams, hiking the jungle trails, walkingin the Park and visiting the beaches and the whole of Lundu make the visit just as worthwhile.
Similajau National Park
Located about 30km from Bintulu, this national park is ideal for people traveling in the central region of Sarawak. Visitors here can go jungle trekking, bird watching, crocodile sighting as well as river cruising. There are also beaches within this national park that allow travelers to go snorkeling.
Batang Ai National Park
This national park is home to the Orang Utan, one of the most endangered species in the world, as well as plenty of other fauna such as hornbills and gibbons. It is also the water catchment area to the one artificial lake in Sarawak. Upriver from the dam, though, there is an expansive rainforest overhanging clear, refreshing rivers, ready to provide a satisfying experience for visitors. There are also Iban longhouses upriver, complete with the authentic longhouse atmosphere.
