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Bako National Park
Overview: Bako National Park is Sarawak’s oldest national park (1957), located on a peninsula 30km from Kuching. Contains 7 distinct…
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Batang Ai & Iban Heartland
Overview: Batang Ai & Iban Heartland and the reservoir and surrounding rainforest represent the spiritual homeland of the Iban people,…
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Gunung Mulu National Park
Overview: Gunung Mulu National Park is UNESCO World Heritage site covering 528 km² protected area in northern Sarawak, accessible only…
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Local Customs & Etiquette
Custom Guidance Greetings Handshake (wait for opposite gender to extend first); “Selamat datang” (welcome) appreciated Longhouse Entry Always bring a…
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Health & Safety
Health Tap Water: Not recommended — drink bottled or boiled water. Heat & Humidity: Dehydration and heat exhaustion are real…
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Language & Time
Language Official: Malay (Bahasa Malaysia) Business & Tourism: English widely spoken in Kuching, hotels, and tourism operators. Less common in…
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Currency & Payments
Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) Cash: Essential for rural areas, hawker centers, and longhouse communities. ATMs available in Kuching, Sibu, Miri,…
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Visa Requirements
Visa-Free: Citizens of 160+ countries including USA, UK, EU, Australia, Canada, Japan, South Korea (typically 90 days for tourism). Visa…
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Weather & Climate
Season Months Temp Rainfall Conditions Travel Impact Wet Season Nov–Feb 23–30°C Heavy Daily afternoon downpours; some rural roads impassable Mulu…
