August 5th, 2009
Experience Sarawak and Fall in Love with the Wildlife and Culture
Malaysia boasts over its rich culture and forests with various flora and fauna. It is truly a good habitat for several wildlife creatures, most of which are already in their endangered state. On the east coast lies its largest state, Sarawak, which is located on the north of Borneo.
From lush vegetation which serves as sanctuary for endangered species, to magnificent landscapes and natural architecture, to diverse and colourful land and sea creatures, to areas for recreation and relaxation, Sarawak national parks has something for every tourist or nature lover.
Cave systems are a feast for the eyes because of its natural and prehistoric architecture and landscape. The Gunung Mulu National Park is famous for its large limestone cave systems. This park also houses other different cave systems which hold several records for being the largest cave passage in the form of the Deer Cave, the longest cave in Southeast Asia in the form of the Clearwater Cave and the worlds largest natural chamber in the form the Sarawak Chamber.
Moreover, you will find in Gunung Mulu the longest cave in this side of the Asian region which is the Clearwater Cave, as well as the cave with the largest passage, the Deer Cave. In Gunung Mulu National Park, you will be treated to breathtaking sites with sparkling streams, rainforest and a rich wildlife.
Colourful and lush forests house several rare and endangered species and are a treat for environmentalists and animal lovers alike. The Bako National Park and the Talang Satang National Park are both known for its abundant wildlife and prolific forests which are a pleasure for environmental and animal photographers or even for simple observers.
Whether you are a photographer or a plain tourist and observer, capture these moments that can only be seen in this park which is only 45 minutes from the provincial capital, Kuching. So if you need to have a quick getaway from your busy life in the city, this is the place to set forth to.
In the Talang Satang National Park lies a vast and colourful marine life and scenery that can be attributed to the strategic location of the Sarawak province. The vibrant background of the sea coupled with copious and diverse aquatic creatures is surely a feast for the eyes of any marine life fanatic, diver, underwater photographer, or artist.
Very accessible to almost everyone who needs an instant escape from their crazy urban lifestyles, the Lambir Hills National Park and the Similajau National Park are just 30 kilometers both from the town of Miri and Bintulu, respectively. Water and sea enthusiasts will surely enjoy water rafting on the Selunsur Rapids, scuba diving on the Golden Beach or swim laps on the Sebubong Pool, all located in the Similajau National Park.
As for hikers and trekkers, primary, secondary and tertiary trails are being housed by the Lambir Hills National Park. Aside from these recreational opportunities, both of these parks offer fantastic sceneries which can be very relaxing to ones eyes, body and mind.
Lambir Hills National Park: The Lambir Hills National Park is located 30 kilometres away from Miri; it has several beautiful waterfalls, a tall tree tower, and trails which are categorised into primary, secondary, and even tertiary trails. For fantastic recreational activities as well as educational tours, going to this park would be an excellent idea.