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Major city

Kuching

Pick Kuching for a relaxed Sarawak base: 2 nights for the waterfront, food and day trips to national parks.

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Kuching is the capital of Sarawak on Borneo, on the Sarawak River. It has a walkable old waterfront, a strong food scene and is the starting point for Bako National Park, orangutan centres and longhouse visits.

At a glance

Known for
Kuching Waterfront · Bako National Park · Sarawak Laksa · Semenggoh orangutan centre
Best months
Mar–Oct
Avoid
Dec–Feb (heavy rain)
Nights
2
Airports
KCH Kuching International (About 15 minutes by taxi from the centre.)

Where to sleep

Waterfront and Main Bazaar

Most walkable base for sights and food.

Getting around

The waterfront is walkable; use ride-hailing or taxis for parks and outlying attractions.

Watch out

  • Wildlife-viewing hours and feeding times change; check with the park.
  • Sudden heavy rain in the wet season can close boat trips.

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kuching. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

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