Welcome to. Kuching City

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1 Welcome to Kuching City

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3 Accommodations Category Type No. of Rooms Average Cost Daily Rates 5 Stars Single/Double 1015 RM 305 RM Stars Single/Double 1377 RM 300 RM 450 There are over 4036 rooms in categories of 3 to 5 stars, budget motels and boutique hotels. As you can see the prices are astonishingly low, thanks to our poor exchange rate! Which benefits you. Currently you pay only 70 to 125 US dollars for a 5 star hotel room. 3 Stars Single/Double 325 RM 120 RM 350 Budget Single/Double 697 RM 68 RM 120 Boutique Single/Double 127 RM 70 RM 600 Resort Single/Double 459 RM 200 RM 1000 *The information is provided by Ministry of Tourism Sarawak and is correct at the time of printing in **All hotel rates (by web rate) are correct at the time of printing, exclusive of 16% service & government tax in *** All Exchange rates are for illustration purposes at RM4: USD1

4 Accommodations H i l t o n K u c h i n g H o t e l Hilton boasts 315 elegantly appointed guestrooms with breath taking river views or colourful city views. Facilities include a fully equipped gymnasium, tennis courts, an outdoor swimming pool amidst landscaped gardens, 6 delightful food and beverage outlets, a full range of business services and wireless broadband connections throughout the building. T h e Wa t e r f r o n t H o t e l The Waterfront Hotel is a brand new 5 star boutique hotel located in the heart of the Legacy Square historic district of Kuching. Situated above the Plaza Merdeka shopping center and surrounded by many historical architectural landmarks, it serves as an anchor in the neighbourhood.

5 Accommodations M e r d e k a P a l a c e H o t e l a n d S u i t e s Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites combines the finest comfort with great hospitality and service, offering guests affordable luxury. Strategically located in the city centre just 25 minutes from the airport, the 20-storey privately owned 5-star hotel provides 213 hotel rooms and apartment suites. R i v e r s i d e M a j e s t i c K u c h i n g H o t e l is overlooking the Sarawak River, the hotel commands a panoramic view of the city and the Kuching Waterfront. It is 20 minutes away from the Kuching International Airport and just minutes away from the city s major tourist attractions. Adjacent to the hotel is a 5-storey shopping podium featuring a cinema complex and bowling centre.

6 Accommodations P u l l m a n K u c h i n g The newest addition to the 5-star international brands in the city. Located in the heart of Kuching on top of the hill at Jalan Mathies, Pullman Kuching offers an astonishing panaromic view. The hotel is adjacent to a two-storey city life-style shopping centre Hills Shopping Mall and is within walking distance to the commercial centre and city attractions. G r a n d M a r g h e r i t a K u c h i n g The hotel is situated in the heart of the city s business, entertainment and shopping district, the hotel is 20 minutes drive from the Kuching International Airport. With tourist attractions such as the Kuching Waterfront, Tua Pek Kong Chinese Temple, Fort Margherita and Main Bazaar nearby, Grand Margherita Hotel certainly has the best location in the city for business or leisure.

7 Accommodations I m p e r i a l H o t e l K u c h i n g the latest and largest addition to Kuching s 4 star business hotels is strategically located just 10 minute s drive from the Kuching International Airport and 10 minutes to the city s central business district. It sits on top of the Boulevard Shopping Mall and adjoins the Imperial Suites. C i t a d i n e s U p l a n d s K u c h i n g is set in the culturally rich city of Kuching, Citadines Uplands is located in the prime location of Jalan Simpang Tiga, a hub for education and local federal government administration offices. Across is The Spring Shopping Centre, one of the largest shopping malls in East Malaysia and this strategic location provides a quick 10- minute drive to the Samajaya Free Industrial Zone.

8 Accommodations A b e l l B o u t i q u e H o t e l Abell Boutique Hotel s interior is sleek, fresh, chic and contemporary with modern amenities. Creatively designed, with colours as the main concept depicting Malaysia s vibrant culture & culinary heritage, it fuses comfort and style to offer restful rooms, a funky lobby, convenient function room plus an exciting restaurant and bar in an inviting and conducive environment. T h e L i m e t r e e H o t e l is a unique, lime-themed 3-star boutique hotel in the heart of Kuching. With 50 rooms and suites, it is located in the charming Chinatown (Padungan) area, minutes away from major shopping malls and is 8-10 mins away from Kuching Waterfront. The best feature is a gorgeous RoofTop Restaurant with airy ambience.

9 Accommodations B a s a g a H o l i d a y R e s i d e n c e Discover a unique stay at Basaga Holiday Residences. Basaga is set amongst a few acres of luscious tropical gardens which offer you a peaceful and comfortable environment. B a t i k B o u t i q u e is one of the newest chic lifestyle hotels in town and has shot to great popularity because of its classy nonya-batik theme, friendly service and fantastic Japanese eatery. Located in the centre of town, down the road from the Kuching Hilton and Pullman Interhill shopping centre, Batik offers 15 individually designed rooms, unconventional hotel facilities and provides all the ingredients of luxury lodging while treating guests as part of the family.

10 Accommodations T h e R a n e e is an exclusive 24-room boutique hotel strategically located in the heart of Kuching s picturesque Old Town. In catering to the discerning traveller, The Ranee boasts an all-day dining/bar serving local and international cuisine, a café offering freshly baked delicacies, an in-house tour desk, and even a business meeting room. And do not leave without trying The Ranee s Tuak - Sarawak s famous tipple! K u c h i n g Wa t e r f r o n t L o d g e One of the first budget boutique lodgings in Kuching, the Waterfront Lodge is housed in a historic shop lot along Main Bazaar in the city centre, and in full view of the Astana across the river. Where the hotel is, the scenic Kuching Waterfront is right across the road, historic Carpenter Street behind and the colonial Old Courthouse three minutes walk away. The inviting warmth of its nonya-themed décor, clean rooms and beautiful ethnic pieces carved in wood are its best features

11 Accommodations L o t 1 0 B o u t i q u e H o t e l in Kuching was originally the Sarawak Co-Operative Central Bank that was officially opened by Sarawak s 1st Chief Minister Dato Stephen Kalong Ningkan on Saturday 28th August It is now renovated and converted into a downtown prevailing chic hotel. Situated at the heart of commercial area keeps our guest close to the city, business centre, eateries and tourist attractions in Kuching. We offer the experience of modern lifestyle and also your home away from home. Whether it is for business or leisure needs, indulge yourself in our whimsically modern guest rooms. Lot 10 Boutique Hotel also feature THE PIPE, a modern Western & Asian Fusion fine dining, bar, lounge for your ultimate experience in Kuching. D a m a i B e a c h R e s o r t is situated along the sandy beach of Teluk Bandung, facing the breathtaking South China Sea (on the northwest coast of Borneo) nestled Damai Beach Resort, a self-contained haven residing on a 90 acres of sea frontage, clad among the world s oldest tropical rainforest by the slope of the legendary and majestic Mount Santubong, a mere 40-minutes drive from Kuching City, the capital of Sarawak and 50-minute drive from Kuching International Airport.

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13 Local Cuisine F r i e d M i d i n ( J u n g l e F e r n ) Sarawak Food Sarawak is truly a food-lover s paradise! For those missing the tastes of home, you ll be comforted to know there are many international cuisines right here in this corner of Borneo alongside Kosher, Gluten-free, Vegan and Vegetarian selections. And for those who feel adventurous, feel free to explore all the mouth watering cuisines of the Malay, Chinese, Indian and various Tribal groups that live here. Sarawak s own food is organic freshly grown and locally sourced from the neighbouring jungles, so quality and freshness is always guaranteed.

14 Local Cuisine Ay a m P e n y e t w i t h R i r i g l e a v e s I k a n T e r u b o k M a s i n ( S a l t e d F i s h )

15 Local Cuisine: Places to Eat Cafe-Cafe The Original Car Wash This is a unique concept because the carwash is one of the biggest here in Kuching, providing car wash, vacuum and waxing services. So when customers come here, they can treat their car (to a carwash) while they treat themselves to a meal here, as we have an electronic system for the car services where a beeper will alert you once your car is done. The Original Carwash restaurant serves Western cuisine and mango juice grown at their own orchard, which can also be purchased. Dine while your car gets washed. The carwash is open from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on weekdays and 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on weekends. The café is open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day. Both profit centers are closed on Mondays. Capacity : Main Hall ( pax) and Lounge (30-60 pax). Total shop capacity: pax (Including Alfresco) Contact details: cafecafetoc@gmail.com Facebook : CafecafeMalaysia A. Rubber Road Branch: Address: Lot Section 9, KTLD, Jalan Rubber Road, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia Contact persons: , (Desmond)/ (Peter) B. Song Plaza Branch (Jalan Song): Address: No.1 Ground Floor, Lot 12168, Song Plaza, Jalan Tun Jugah/Jalan Song, 93500, Kuching Contact: , (Lawrence), (Peter)

16 Local Cuisine: Places to Eat James Brooke Bistro & Cafe Nothing quenches the thirst like a good nightcap at the James Brooke Bistro & Café which evokes the atmosphere and old world charm of yesteryear. Enjoy this breezy waterfront location with its relaxed open air atmosphere. Raise a toast with the patrons, or simply take a stroll down the scenic river walk, before calling it a night. Contact details: Address: Waterfront Promenade opposite Jalan Temple Phone: Opening hours: am pm, for drinks only to midnight

17 Local Cuisine: Places to Eat Absolute Tr i bal Restaurant Hunger pangs are put to a stop at Absolute Tribal Restaurant as customers saunter into the rustic-themed interiors of the restaurant with earth-toned walls and decorations. Dishing up authentic native cuisines of Sarawak, the Kuching restaurant is part of Sarakraf Pavilion, a heritage centre for Sarawakian culture that offers craft lessons, artworks, and homestay facilities, while the second outlet is located within the Samarahan Country Club in the rapidly developing Kota Samarahan business area of Muara Tuang. Absolute Tribal Restaurant does not serve pork and uses Halal ingredients, but offers alcohol on its menu. Contact details: Address: Absolute Tribal Restaurant, Kuching Sarakraf Pavilion, No. 78, Jalan Tabuan, Kuching, Sarawak. Phone: (Call 11 am 8 pm daily) Operating hours: 11am pm daily (not including public holidays)

18 Local Cuisine: Places to Eat Magenta Restaurant at The Square Tower Quite simply Magenta's menu, presentation, service, quality, but most importantly taste are in a league of their own in the whole of ASEAN for mainly western fare. On first glance and entry the restaurant is intriguing and stands out as its a converted castle on the waterfront which stands alone. The spiral staircase takes you up to a wonderful open space, very inviting, warm tones and a pleasant surprise for visitors along the Kuchinng Waterfront. Contact details: Kenneth at or Dino Facebook page: The-Square-Tower

19 Local Cuisine: Places to Eat Lepau Lepau (Asian Fusion, Barbeque, Brunch, Buffets and Seafood) provides authentic traditional Sarawakian Orang Ulu & Dayak delicacies served in a unique and relaxing atmosphere in the heart of Kuching. Original chicken and freshwater fishes cooked in bamboo like how it is done in the "kampung' far upriver of Baram and Belaga. Also in the menu is pucuk ubi kayu, midi, paku, tepus, tempoyak durian and for desert is our very own specialty "tapai ice cream". All these are open to the public as we also serve no pork at our premise. The ikan semah is also available by order. Operating hours: Monday - Saturday: am till 2.00 pm, 5.30 pm till pm Sunday - Close for rest For enquiry and reservations; Phone: (during operating hours only) Mobile: SMS or Whatsapp / lepaucatering@gmail.com

20 Local Cuisine: Places to Eat My Vi l l age Barok & Bistro It is located at Kampung Boyan, a traditional Malay village across river from the bustling downtown Kuching. The restaurant is famed for its unique design and its mouth - watering dishes have been featured in travel magazine and Jalan - Jalan Cari Makan. Contact details: Operating hours: 5 pm - 12 midnight Address: 7, Jalan Brooke, Kampung Boyan, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia Phone:

21 Local Cuisine: Places to Eat The Barber The iconic old barber shop had been around for 78 years until the barber decided to retire. To preserve the sense of nostalgia, we decided to keep it as a barber shop as we transformed it into a cafe and bar. We serve gourmet food with a touch of local cuisine. Short description: We don't do haircuts. Just good food and drinks. They serve Asian Fusion, Breakfast, Brunch and Sandwiches. Operating hours: Mon: 11:00 am - 01:30 am Wed-Sun: 11:00 am - 01:30 am For booking: Phone: booking@thebarberkch.com

22 Local Cuisine: Places to Eat The Dyak Restaurant Dayak cuisine showcases very unique cuisine from the Bidayuh tribe of Sarawak, which is one of the main indigenous tribes who are collectively known as Dayak. This restaurant is not to be missed, because these dishes are available nowhere else in the world, except Sarawak! In the past, it was never an easy task to find Bidayuh cuisine until the establishment of The Dyak in 2011, the first Dayak fine dining restaurant in Kuching. Contact Details: Address: the.dyak, Sub-Lot 29, Ground Floor, Panovel Commercial Complex, Jalan Simpang Tiga 93300, Kuching Malaysia Tel:

23 Local Cuisine: Places to Eat Rock Road Seafood If you are looking for good Chinese food or Halal food, this is the place. With over 40 years of experience, Rock Road Seafood Restaurant specializes in authentic Chinese food and local cuisine. Don't miss our special Home-made Hainanese Sauce - it goes well with any seafood or choice of meat. So are our Singapore-chili style, Golden Egg style or mustard-sauce. Contact Details: Phone: Fax: Operating hours: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 6-10 pm Address: Lot 1229/1230 Rock View Estate, 2nd Mile of Rock Road, Jalan Batu Kinyang, 93200, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. rockrd@rockrd.com rockroadseafood@gmail.com

24 Local Cuisine: Theme Parties The White Rajah Cocktail Party The term "White Rajahs" refers to the Brookes, an English dynasty who founded and ruled the Kingdom of Sarawak from 1841 to The White Rajah Cocktail Party will amaze your guests with the remarkable and sometimes bizarre history of the White Rajahs, and let them experience the pomp and splendour of that bygone era. Standing cocktail reception will be held al-fresco in the grounds of one of Kuching's historic Brooke-era buildings, complete with brass band and martial arts performances. The lush lawns and gardens are perfect for socialising before taking to the dance floor for the rest of the evening. Wear something white, bring your dance card to be filled in, and step back in time to an era of grace and elegance, when the three Rajahs' party guests included such luminaries as naturalist Sir Alfred Russel Wallace, novelist W. Somerset Maugham, and matinee idol Errol Flynn.

25 Local Cuisine: Theme Parties The Cat Theme Party No place on Earth is more appropriate than Kuching or Cat City to indulge in all things feline! Dress up in cat masks and tabby tails, for a cat theme party dinner in a grand marquee in the grounds of the museum, or in a trendy city restaurant. Select from cat-themed entertainment, such as songs from the hit musical Cats or a fashion show by slinky models on the catwalk!

26 Local Cuisine: Theme Parties Headhunter Longhouse Theme Party Headhunter Longhouse is an adventure party like no other! Dressed in full fearsome costume complete with blowpipes, an honour guard of chanting Iban warriors will greet you with haunting war cries set to the beat of Iban gongs. Amidst the jungle atmosphere, expect welcoming drinks of tuak, the potent Iban rice wine, gifts of local beadwork necklaces or souvenir pua kumbu sarongs, and plenty of festivity. Tree trunks, nipah palms, banana plants and lit torches. Cultural performers will share the musical sights and sounds of Sarawak with guests who can party all night dancing to traditional "longhouse disco", against the melody of ancient gongs and the pounding rhythm of skin drums.

27 Local Cuisine: Theme Parties Malay Kampung Theme Party Sample traditional Malay culture and its warm hospitality. Be welcomed into the Malay home with a traditional foot-washing ceremony before feasting on delicious Malay fare. After dinner, have a go at rokok apong, the traditional Malay cigarillo, and dance the merry joget dance. Be wowed by the traditional martial art, the silat, then try sepak takraw, a ball game of skill akin to a combination of volleyball and football.

28 Local Cuisine: Theme Parties I ndian Culture Theme Party Experience one of the world s oldest cultures through Kuching s small but vibrant Indian community. Hundreds of years ago, Indian seafarers were known to stop by Kuching as a port of call on the way to the Spice Islands and today, Indian temples dot cities throughout Sarawak. Become honoured guests at an Indian temple and join in the traditional Indian dances before digging in to a sumptuous Indian meal. Get the camera ready for the beautiful rice art created for the welcoming ceremony.

29 Local Cuisine: Theme Parties Oscar Night Theme Party Okay. So you ve ventured into the Bornean jungle. You ve climbed up misty mountains. You ve swung with the monkeys. You ve done it all. It is time for some star treatment. Its time for fame and glamour. Forget Pitt, Jolie, and Clooney. Tonight, you re a bigger star than all of them! Step of your limo onto the red carpet and be greeted by the adoring screams of your loyal fans. Dress to the nines you don t want to disappoint them! You get to be interviewed by Entertainment Borneo and all the newshounds in town. This is Hollywood in Borneo, baby! Head for the glam dinner awaiting you and the Oscar Party afterwards. You re number one tonight. Don t be stingy with the autographs, now!

30 Local Cuisine: Theme Parties James Bond Casino Royale Theme Party The name is Bond. James Bond. The mission will see you arriving in style as befits a secret agent to a secret venue where your directive is to enjoy an evening of style and sophistication in a casino setting fit only for royalty or the crème de la crème of society. Remember not to bring a weapon through the metal detectors, but do drive the flashy sports car for all to swoon as you and your sexy sidekick smile for the camera. This is the opportunity for you to dress up, Secret Agent Bond.

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32 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Kuching City Heritage Tour A perfect introduction to Sarawak's historical capital, Kuching. This informative three-hour tour covers many of Kuching's sights including the Cat Statue, Tua Pek Kong Chinese Temple and the world famous Sarawak Museum. Take a walk through Old Kuching along the narrow alleyways visiting the Central Markets and heritage building of the White Rajah era. You'll be picked up from your selected Kuching hotel, and taken across the river to visit the unique Cat Museum, passing the magnificent State Mosque and the Astana, the former residence of the White Rajahs. Tour returns via the golden-domed City Mosque where you'll proceed on foot through Old Kuching, visiting the colorful Central Markets and squeezing through narrow alleyways crammed with spice dealers and textile shops. Pass by the heritage buildings of the White Rajah era, the Pavilion, the Square Tower, the Court House, the Charles Brooke Monument and the Post Office.

33 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Main Bazaar This is the oldest street in Kuching, dating back to It represents the very heart and soul of Kuching s history. Charming examples of old Chinese shop house architecture remain, most of which have been owned by the same families for generations. Historically, tinsmiths and carpenters started their trade here. Today, Main Bazaar is best known for having Kuching s highest number of antique and handicraft shops. Across the road is the Kuching Waterfront, the first port of call even for ancient traders. The White Rajahs built their Astana (palace) on the opposite banks, where it still stands. Today, the Kuching Waterfront remains the best introduction to Kuching city. Sarawak River Cruise The Sarawak River Cruise is a double-decker cruiser on the Sarawak River that provides a wide range of sightseeing experiences along the Kuching skyline. It caters to tourists on lazy meanders along the riverine mangrove forests, private dinner functions complete with traditional Orang Ulu music and dance; and even speed-dating events. More than ideal is to hold executive board or committee meetings in the middle of the Sarawak River on board the Equatorial, followed by dinner and cocktails. Here, business meets pleasure at its best.

34 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Bumbu Cooking Class Raised in a Bidayuh village, Joseph teaches the secrets of cooking with fresh, organic ingredients from the rainforest. At the market you ll learn how to spot top-quality jungle ferns; back in the kitchen you ll prepare this crunchy delicacy, along with a main dish and a dessert that s served in a pandan -leaf basket you weave yourself. Maximum 10 participants. The small shop that serves as the entrance to the cooking school is like a mini-museum full of pieces Joseph has collected: blow pipes, rattan baskets (one designed to be used as a baby carrier), a rice mill, and ceremonial blankets and masks from Iban and Orang Ulu longhouses.

35 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Damai Beach The Santubong Peninsular is where the forest meets the sea under the peak of Mount Santubong, just 40 minutes drive from the city centre and 60 minutes drive from the airport. Two neighbouring resorts, Damai Beach and Damai Puri, lead Kuching s weekend beach playground. Outdoor activities range from snorkeling and other water sports, to international standard 18-hole golf. Island cruises, fishing, dolphin watching, guided mountain climbing and rainforest trekking are available. Damai is all-in-one themed highland haven and beach paradise. Damai Central Damai Central is a brand new, multi-purpose complex set on 3.5 hectares of coastal land next to the two main beach resorts, the Sarawak Cultural Village, and the Damai Golf and Country Club. The complex was completed in late 2011 and envisioned as an oasis of activities. It houses facilities for shopping, water and beach sports, food and beverage, entertainment, and a bazaar. Damai Central presents a perfect setting for themed events that comfortably accommodate up to 1,200 for banquets or cocktail receptions.

36 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Step back in time to Sarawak Cultural Vi l l age SCV is an award-winning living museum that displays the cultures of the 6 major groups of peoples in Sarawak. Traditional ethnic dwellings of the major tribes cover the 14 acres located at the foothills of Mount Santubong, about 35 km from Kuching. Visitors get to experience how rice is prepared by hand, bake sago cakes in a traditional kiln, try using the blowpipe - the most traditional of deadly hunting weapons - and step lively to the ngajat, the traditional dance that epitomizes the annual cultural festive season. Interactive cultural performances take place daily.

37 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Golf In Borneo Highlands Ever wondered what it feels like to tee off in the heavens? You can at the Borneo Highlands Resort. On a mountain plateau 1,000m above sea level on the outskirts of Kuching, a 72-par, 6,247m-long course awaits enthusiastic golfers. The cool mountain air and pleasant daytime temperatures are ideal for a round of golf. Manicured greens meets rugged roughs in this golf course set on the highlands and surrounded by tropical rainforest. The experienced golfing staff at the resort are on hand for all your needs: organised competitions, or special events to challenge your skills. Beyond golf, take a stroll along the forest trails bathed in the sounds and sights of one of the world s oldest rainforests. Then, relax and leave the stress of city life behind while pampering yourself with a full jungle spa overlooking the majesty of the forest.

38 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours The Wa y of the Iban Longhouse The Iban tribe is Sarawak s largest indigenous group, with a wonderful culture of song, dance and art based on centuries of commune with the rainforest. Nanga Sumpa is an Iban longhouse situated in the last remaining habitat of wild orang utans, Batang Ai National Park. It is one of the few traditional longhouses in Sarawak with facilities specially built for the visitor. They get to experience a day in the life of an Iban villager, sampling tuak (traditional rice wine), sitting at the ruai (veranda), taking a walk in the forest or orchard; and at the end of the day, a welcome retreat to the visitors lodge built by the villagers for a good night s rest.

39 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Down to the Ground with Nature at Bako National Park Explore Bako, Sarawak s oldest national park and where the proboscis monkey (called the Clown of the Forest) plays with bearded pigs, and where silvered langurs have orange babies and pit vipers sleep on the tree branches. It is also the only place in Sarawak where seven different weird and wonderful habitats can be found in quick succession, from trees whose roots stick out from the ground like thorns, to muggy beach forest, to almost desert-like conditions on a sandy plateau and everything in between.

40 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Lemanak and Aiman Batang Ai Combination Day 1: Journey and overnight in Serubah or Kesit Longhouse in the Lemanak River Safari. Day 2: After breakfast, a hands-on experience with a blowpipe. Then, take a short walk through the forest accompanied by a traditionally-clad Iban tracker and learn about the traditional uses of rainforest plants in Iban culture. The walk ends at the river bank where you will embark in a longboat for a journey upriver to a tree-lined jungle pool. Lunch is cooked at the riverside in traditional Iban style where all ingredients are steamed in freshly-cut bamboo tubes over an open fire. After lunch, bathe in the pool or relax at the waterside. The return journey is done in traditional style to the sounds of the rainforest. Boats are propelled with poles instead of outboard motors. Transfer to Batang Ai jetty. After a 20 minute boat ride across the 24 km Hydro Lake, arrive at the luxurious Aiman Batang Ai Resort & Spa. Day 3: Breakfast will be followed by a short nature walk with the resort s resident naturalist. Depart for Kuching via the same route. Lunch is served en route.

41 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Rainforest Kayaking There are more rivers in Sarawak than there are roads. And most of these rivers are flanked by beautiful rainforest with overhanging branches. The best way to enjoy the landscape is to float downriver on an open kayak along the Sungai Sarawak Kiri as experienced guides lead the way. The tour comes complete with a short stopover at a Bidayuh village, a simple picnic lunch and guaranteed stunning views. Ideal for groups of 8 to 40. Gunung Gading Rafflesia Safari You cannot miss a peek at the Rafflesia, the world s largest flower. The Rafflesia can grow up to 1 metre in diameter. Its pride of place is in the Gunung Gading national park, which also offers a number of attractive walking trails, leading through primary rainforest to beautiful waterfalls. The National Park is a 2 hour drive from Kuching city.

42 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Mangrove and I r r awaddy Dolphin Watching Cruise Sail down the heavily silted mangrove swamp, which is a safe haven to creatures like mudskippers, crabs, monkeys and reptiles. The Santubong area is one of the best for dolphin watchers to spot Irrawaddy (also known as snub fin) Dolphins in the shallow and brackish waters. As the light starts to fade, we will search for the rare proboscis monkey and when dusk arrives, we will search for crocodiles. We will then proceed to where the fireflies gather at night for a wonderful natural light show.

43 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Fairy and Wi nd Cave If you have a love of cave exploration, then do not miss the Fairy cave and Wind cave - two of our strangest and possibly haunted limestone caves! Fairy Cave was named for its huge stalagmite structure which is said to resemble Kuan Yin, the Chinese Goddess of Mercy. The chambers of Wind Cave have a mysterious, constant cool breeze blowing all day and all night. The caves are in the heart of Bau, a famous gold mining town, which also gained infamy as the bloody scene of the Chinese Rebellion of Matang Wi l dlife Centre at Kubah National Park Matang Wildlife Centre is Sarawak s best hotspot for animal rehabilitation. You could see orang utans, sun bears, bear cats, civet cats, sambar deer, barking deer, porcupines and crocodiles! Check out the aviary, which houses different hornbills, brahminy kites and sea eagles. The centre is a 40 minute drive away from the city.

44 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Turtle Conservation at Talang-Talang Besar Sarawak Forestry, custodian of Sarawak s National Parks, offers a superb opportunity for hands-on involvement in turtle conservation through its Sea Turtle Adoption Programme, where visitors spend 4 days working with professional conservationists, learning about turtles and taking part in conservation activities including: beach patrols to locate turtle landings; monitoring of nesting activities; tagging and measuring turtles; transferring eggs to the hatchery; releasing hatchlings and data recording.

45 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Diving To Clean Marine Life Abandoned fishing nets piled high on the boat ramp may not be anyone s idea of the catch of the day but for the volunteer divers taking part in this CSR activity, it was a beautiful sight because it meant these nets would no longer pose a danger to ocean life. One of the aims of the Hiyoshi Maru wreck clean-up was to highlight the significant threat posed by marine debris on ocean environments and eco-systems. The historical value of three Japanese WWII shipwrecks which carries much significance not only for Malaysia, but Borneo as a whole. The Hiyoshi Maru, Katori Maru and destroyer Sagiri were actively used during the Japanese invasion of Borneo, and subsequently sunk by Dutch submarines as they were heading to Kuching.

46 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Semenggoh Wi l dlife Rehabilitation Centre The Semenggoh Wildlife Centre was established in 1975 to care for wild animals which have either been found injured in the forest, orphaned, or were previously kept as illegal pets. The centre is situated within the boundaries of the Semenggoh Nature Reserve, approximately 24 km from Kuching. The Centre has been a resounding success, caring for almost 1,000 endangered mammals, birds and reptiles from dozens of different species. However it is the Heart to Heart with Orang utan rehabilitation programme that has made the Centre famous. In one respect, Semenggoh has been too successful so many orang utan have been successfully reintroduced into the surrounding forest reserve that the forest s carrying capacity has been reached, and rehabilitation activities have been transferred to the Matang Wildlife Centre, part of Kubah National Park.

47 Trilling Adventures: Destination and Tours Mulu Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site This adventure brings the delegate from the Resort City of Miri in Sarawak s northeast deep into the caves of Mulu National Park, Sarawak s biggest treasure and first World Heritage Site. This 3-day expedition will lead you into the secret caves of Mulu during daylight, exciting journeys in between, and over forest canopies at nightfall amidst the soundtrack of nature s musical symphonies.

48 Trilling Adventures: Mulu Caves M ulu Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Post Tours Day 01 - Mulu National Park Fly from Kuching International Airport to Mulu via the bustling city of Miri. Enter the tranquillity and pristine paradise of Mulu National Park. Towering white cliffs and steaming jungle provides a beautiful habitat for 20,000 species of flora and fauna, over 3,500 plant species, 8,000 types of fungi and at least 170 kinds of orchids. You may be lucky enough to stumble upon the world s largest flower, the dog-eared Rafflesia, in bloom. Each evening, behold the unusual and spectacular sight of thousands of flying bats rise in a weaving, snakelike pattern from the caves in search of food. Day 02 - Treasures of Mulu A lively longboat ride takes you to the Wind Cave, named for the cool breeze which fans from its entrance and famed for its unusual calcite formations. The King s Room unravels impressive glistening stalactites and stalagmites. The Clearwater Cave is the longest cave passage in South East Asia and the 10th longest in the world at 107 kilometres. To escape the tropical heat, bathe in crystal clear cave waters perfected by the combination of limestone walls and rushing water. A picnic lunch is spread out on the banks of the cool river. Renowned for housing the world s largest cave passage, the Deer Cave is like a hidden miniature world complete with hills and valleys, plains and forests. A lush waterfall sets the stage for ultimate relaxation in the Garden of Eden. Lang Cave is adorned with unique stalagmites, stalactites and other beautiful cave formations. Day 03 - Departure Mulu After breakfast, transfer to Mulu Airport for your short flight to Miri

49 Trilling Adventures: Mulu Caves The Limestone Pinnacles Mulu's limestones belong to the Melinau Formation. Their age is between 17 and 40 million years (Late Eocene to Early Miocene). Stratigraphically below the limestones, and forming the highest peaks in the south east sector of the Park including Gunung Mulu, lies the Mulu Formation (shales and sandstones). The age of these rocks is between 40 and 90 million years (Late Cretaceous to Late Eocene). Largest Limestone Caves The most attractive point of Mulu is the largest limestone caves system in the world hidden deep under the immense blue hues of the mountains. Profile of Abraham Lincoln Mulu Caves This is one of the many quirky natural limestone formations in the Mulu Caves. Does it remind you of a famous American President?