Top Things to do in Miri
What to do and see in Miri, Sarawak: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Miri is a terrific base for exploring Borneo’s spectacular rainforests and alpine meadows. Here you’ll find four National Parks, each with its own distinct drawing power: Gunung Mulu is teeming with caves and limestone formations; Niah was the discovery site of prehistoric human remains; Lambir Hills features stunning waterfalls and wildlife; and Loagan Bunut is ideal for hiking and birdwatching.
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1. Tropical Adventure Tours & Travel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Tropical Adventure was incorporated in 1985 to provide specialized tourism services for adventure travelers ,and logistic support for science research expeditions. Over the years the company's operation has expanded all over Malaysia. Tropical Adventure is a local ground operator in Borneo that provides top quality excursions into the interior of Borneo, with all the advantages of a properly managed tour operator. We have well trained Tour Leaders and Guides who knows the destinations very well. We also provide international sales support, including coordinations of itineraries and provide a one stop booking service centre. Tropical Adventure have played its' key role in boosting the local domestic Tourism sector and incorporates creativity planning on Tours programs. We have been selected and recognized by the Malaysian Tourism Board with awards in Three (3) categories, such as Best Tour Operator Award, Best Guide Award, and best Tour Program Award.
2. Niah Caves
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4.5 based on 336 reviews
Reviewed By Lo11111111
I depart as early as 5am from miri city centre to Pujut Bus station by grab (many grab are available even it is still early morning). At Pujut Bus station, bus any bus ticket heading to Bintulu (no reservation needed as there are many highway bus company, counter has open very early as well). Bus trip will takes about 90 minutes before stopping at Niah rest area (Persimpangan Niah). The journey was little bumpy, don't eat heavy breakfast before boarding! Once you reach Niah rest area, just ask the bus driver how to locate the local car driver to take you up to Niah cave, which is just about less than 10 min driving. There are many local drivers stand by already. One way cost RM30. I exchange my mobile number with the driver so that I can call him to take me down from Niah (he offer me discount as well as I book him 2 ways). For return trip, just hop in to any highway bus heading to Miri (again, no reservation required). You can pay by cash to driver upon arrival. Travelling by highway bus is very easy and much cheaper compared to booking a private car or grab all the way from Miri centre to Niah cave. Do try it out! As a slow solo hiker, I took 4 hours to visit all 3 caves and orang asli village. I would recommend to hike as early as possible as the weather is cooler, and less crowd (which you could take as many picture as you can without anyone in the picture!). There are 2 orang Iban ladies selling some drink and souvenirs on the half way, you need to pay RM0.50 to use the toilet as well. I enjoy every moment of hike and scenery. The caves were amazing to see! Do prepare good hiking shoes, torchlight, gloves, ample drinking water. Watch out your steps as the caves are slippery, some wooden planks are broken as well.
3. Mulu Caves
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4.5 based on 243 reviews
Reviewed By NicT198 - Sibu, Malaysia
As a Malaysian, i have learned about the size of the caves from the school text books but i couldn't imagine how magnificently large and beautiful it is. Words and photos are insufficient to describe the size and beauty of these caves. There's a total of 4 show caves separated into 2 places: Deer and Lang caves are side-by-side: 3km walk from the park HQ - it is also the place to watch the 'bat exodus' Wind and Clear Water caves: requires a boat ride to reach; there are many stairs in these 2 caves but it's definitely worth the effort. - to visit: please prepare a torch light, poncho (just in case it rains), hiking shoes with good grip (could be slippery); and always, listen to the guide - they are there to make sure of our safety and comfort. on the side note: I believe this is the most well-maintained national park in Sarawak - clean and tidy.
4. Niah National Park
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4.0 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By rlgm007
Once you enter the Niah National Park and purchase a ticket remember to take water (there are vendors selling water midway), a head light (an absolute must), rain poncho, and binoculars (if you like birds). You must cross on a small boat for 1 ringet then you walk on a wooden boardwalk for 4.5 km to get to the caves. The caves are fantastic and grand. You can even see pictographs in the painted cave. If you book in the Longhouse Patrick Libau beware of Josman as he doesn't answer his phone, doesn't respond to text messages and/or emails. I tried contacting him for over a week just to reconfirm my stay and he never responded. I booked in June and at that time he was very responsive. He even told me to take the bus to the Kosa Junction where he would pick me up. Well, I'd still be there waiting for him. Fortunately I rented a car and could easily move around. The longhouse is impossible to find and the Waze and Google Maps sent me to an area where no one knew Josman. I booked through AirBnB who won't refund my complete payment (NEVER WILL I BOOK ANYTHING THROUGH AIRBNB - THE WORST). Because the caves are in the middle of no where there are no hotels nearby so I had to book another hotel in Miri... an hour and half away. I have yet to hear from the Longhouse Patrick Libau....
5. Lambir Hills National Park
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4.0 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By YiC583 - Miri, Malaysia
We went as a group of writers looking for adventure and at the same time reuniting in Miri. We were all from different parts of Malaysia but we have been friends for some years. It was good doing the trekking and later, we had a small picnic. But when the rain came we did not cook our meat and fish. Although we were drenched we enjoyed ourselves. We had to bring our prepared bbq stuff back to the hotel.
6. Taman Awam
7. Luak Esplanade
8. Tusan Cliff Beach
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4.0 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By sujitc997 - Miri, Malaysia
A short drive from city of Miri Malaysia in the northern part of state of Sarawak. Very near to Brunei Darussalam border. Relaxing destination fur from crowded tourist places. Nature has created it's own pictorial stand in local language "Memang Baik"
9. Tusan Beach
10. Coco Cabana
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4.0 based on 56 reviews
Miri top tourist attraction within the city center, also best spot to enjoy daily sunset. Existing entertainment like children playgrounds, bouncing castles, bicycle rental etc and complimented by weekly markets / music buskers / art & culture activities as well as mini concert.
Reviewed By iisechew - Malaysia, null
????Coco Cabana, Miri Located at Miri's Marina Bay, this location became an instant hit amongst locals and tourist. Next to the sea, it makes for a very picturesque location; swings are in abundance, with handcrafted wooden furniture displayed. Sea-breeze caresses you as you stroll under the shade of the towering trees. In middle of this spot is an iconic Miri Sea-Horse. Michelle and I were really lucky when we came; it was drizzling, which deterred most people from going out. We had the swings all to ourselves! (it's usually extremely crowded, since it's a hot tourist spot!) Have a drink at the Sunset Bistro. A little on the pricier side, what makes the experience worth is the intricately designed wooden interiors, and the view of the sea. Just chilling by the sea-side has its charm. This is a spot not to be missed, should you be in Miri ????
