City: Sarawak
Top Things to do in Sarawak
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Sarawak (/səˈrɑːwɒk/; Malay: [saˈrawaʔ]) is a state of Malaysia. Being the largest among 13 other states with the size almost equal to West Malaysia, Sarawak is located in northwest Borneo Island, Sarawak is bordered by the Malaysian state of Sabah to the northeast, Kalimantan, the Indonesian portion of Borneo, to the south, and the independent country of Brunei in the north. The capital city, Kuching, is the economic centre of the state and seat of the Sarawak state government. Other cities and towns in Sarawak include Miri, Sibu, and Bintulu. As of the 2015 census, the population of Sarawak was 2,636,000. Sarawak has an equatorial climate with tropical rainforests and abundant animal and plant species. It has several prominent cave systems at Gunung Mulu National Park. Rajang River is the longest river in Malaysia; Bakun Dam, one of the largest dams in Southeast Asia, is located on one of its tributaries, the Balui River. Mount Murud is the highest point in Sarawak.
Restaurants in Sarawak
1. Semadang Kayak
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5.0 based on 473 reviews
Semadang Kayak is the premier kayaking, bamboo rafting and adventure outfitter and service provider, operated at the Sarawak River (Semadang River) at the Heart of Borneo Rainforest in Kuching, Sarawak. With various package choices, we could take you on the kayaking and rafting trip of your life! This trip is a family friendly trip and suitable for beginners.
2. BORNEO A LA CARTE
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5.0 based on 232 reviews
Your choice for an authentic way of discovering Sarawak at fair price! Our travel agency is specialised on tour arrangements in the state of Sarawak and mainly the area of its capital Kuching, located in the Malaysian part of Borneo. This area already offers you a wide choice of activities and brings you into a part of the world still little known and yet full of assets.
3. Paradesa Borneo
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5.0 based on 295 reviews
Open up your senses to Authentic Sarawak! We offer exciting on and off road cycling tours, Hiking, Kayaking and many other local tours, Chill out at our shop with free wifi, free information, hot and cold food and drinks and accommodation.
4. Backyard Tour
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5.0 based on 39 reviews
Backyard Tour is a social enterprise based in Kuching that designs unique, personalized trips for travelers looking for an authentic experience with the rural communities of Sarawak.
5. Borneo Dive Network
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5.0 based on 26 reviews
Borneo Dive Network (Majestic Leisure & Dive) is Miri’s newest dive school offering a full range of courses in English and Mandarin as well as daily dive trips for already certified divers. Miri is a great place to dive. Even while becoming a more popular dive destination over the past few years; it is still more often than not that you will be the only group diving on your chosen site.
6. The Brooke Gallery
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4.5 based on 175 reviews
Open from 24th September 2016, the 175th anniversary of the founding of the State of Sarawak, the Brooke Gallery tells the story of one of the most remarkable kingdoms in history: Sarawak and its 'White Rajahs'. In the 1830s Sarawak, a province of the once-mighty Sultanate of Brunei in north-west Borneo, was ravaged by piratical raiding and rebellion against Brunei rule. Inspired by stories of its natural wonders and diverse indigenous cultures, a bold English adventurer, James Brooke, arrived on its shores in his yacht, Royalist, in August 1839. He was to forge a unique bond with its peoples and together they built the foundations of today's Sarawak. The displays focus on the people, places and events that have shaped the state. They take us on a journey through a century of 'White Rajah' rule that began in September 1841, was shattered by the Japanese invasion of December 1941 and ended in July 1946 with Sarawak's annexation as a British Crown Colony. The subsequent move towards political independence culminated in Sarawak's part in forming the Federation of Malaysia in September 1963.
Reviewed By JohnB16032
Great museum and historical building. Take about 1.5 hours to read and understand the fascinating history of Borneo. Good mix of artifacts and documents. Well worth the 20RM entry.
7. The Rucksack Rainforest Kayaking
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4.5 based on 255 reviews
The Rucksack Rainforest Kayaking is licensed (Licence No. KPL/LN5690)by the Malaysian Ministry of Tourism. We are committed to make your day Fun & Memorable. See you on the river!
8. Borneo Adventure
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4.5 based on 219 reviews
Borneo Adventure specializes in tours, excursions and activities focused on the Malaysian states of Sarawak and Sabah on the island of Borneo. We also offer tours to the Sultanate of Brunei. We are one of Malaysia's most established inbound tour operators and offer a range of over 100 small group or individual tours of Borneo to choose from.
9. Clearwater / Wind Show Caves
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4.5 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By Kenveron
The Clearwater Cave river system is one of the longest in the world measuring some 220 kms & still counting. It is a must go when you are visiting the Mulu National Park. If you are adventurous enough, do take a swim in the river outside the cave. There is the picnic platform with changing rooms beside it.
10. Siniawan Night Market
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4.0 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By JUDYLEE2003 - Kuching, Malaysia
This place is about 40 minutes drive from Kuching city. It is crowded on weekends and most people came here for the nightly food street. I loved the red lanterns and the old shop houses. You can enjoy a variety of nice menu like Chinese and Western food. I loved the oyster omelette here.. This is a nice place for locals and tourists
