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️ Can you really experience ALL of Sarawak's cultures in ONE day? Sarawak Cultural Village (SCV) is a living museum located at the foot of Mount Santubong, about 35 minutes from Kuching city. It's often called "Sarawak in a day" — and honestly, it lives up to the name. You get to walk through authentic replica houses of Sarawak's main ethnic groups: Bidayuh, Iban, Orang Ulu, Penan, Melanau, Malay, and Chinese. Each house is built in the traditional style, with artifacts and info inside. [image: 1780625586258-cv1-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons (Nada El Houri / CC BY) [image: 1780625586523-cv2-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons (Nada El Houri / CC BY) What's the highlight? Cultural dance show (twice daily: 11:30am & 4:00pm) Blowpipe (sumpit) demonstration — they actually shoot! The Iban longhouse — massive and impressive Orang Ulu intricate wood carvings Melanau tall house built by the river Chinese farmhouse with a traditional kitchen What people are saying: Google Maps 4.4 (5,000+ reviews) "This is a must-visit in Kuching. The cultural dance performance is world-class!" — John T. (TripAdvisor) "A great place to learn about Sarawak's diverse cultures in one place. The houses are authentic and well-maintained." — Sarah L. (Google Reviews) "Good for families. Kids loved the blowpipe demonstration and the traditional houses." — David K. (TripAdvisor) "I went there twice already. Every time the performance feels different. Highly recommended!" — Mei Y. (Google Reviews) "The atmosphere is incredible. Surrounded by rainforest and traditional longhouses, it feels like stepping back in time." — Alex R. (TripAdvisor) Hours: Daily 9:00am - 5:00pm Admission: ~RM60-90 adults (foreigners), lower for locals Address: Damai Beach Road, Santubong, Kuching Getting there: ~35 min drive from Kuching city center If you have friends visiting Kuching, this should be on their list. It's not a tourist trap — it's genuinely educational AND fun. Have you been? What did you think? Drop a comment below [image: 1780625586835-melanau-resized.jpg] Source: Flickr / Tim Mansfield (CC BY) [image: 1780625587285-bamboo_bridge.jpg] Source: Flickr / Thom Quine (CC BY) [image: 1780625587354-village_overview-resized.jpg] Source: Flickr / Thom Quine (CC BY)

️ Can you really experience ALL of Sarawak's cultures in ONE day? Sarawak Cultural Village (SCV) is a living museum located at the foot of Mount Santubong, about 35 minutes from Kuching city. It's often called "Sarawak in a day" — and honestly, it lives up to the name. You get to walk through authentic replica houses of Sarawak's main ethnic groups: Bidayuh, Iban, Orang Ulu, Penan, Melanau, Malay, and Chinese. Each house is built in the traditional style, with artifacts and info inside. [image: 1780625516874-cv1-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons (Nada El Houri / CC BY) [image: 1780625517126-cv2-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons (Nada El Houri / CC BY) What's the highlight? Cultural dance show (twice daily: 11:30am & 4:00pm) Blowpipe (sumpit) demonstration — they actually shoot! The Iban longhouse — massive and impressive Orang Ulu intricate wood carvings Melanau tall house built by the river Chinese farmhouse with a traditional kitchen What people are saying: Google Maps 4.4 (5,000+ reviews) "This is a must-visit in Kuching. The cultural dance performance is world-class!" — John T. (TripAdvisor) "A great place to learn about Sarawak's diverse cultures in one place. The houses are authentic and well-maintained." — Sarah L. (Google Reviews) "Good for families. Kids loved the blowpipe demonstration and the traditional houses." — David K. (TripAdvisor) "I went there twice already. Every time the performance feels different. Highly recommended!" — Mei Y. (Google Reviews) "The atmosphere is incredible. Surrounded by rainforest and traditional longhouses, it feels like stepping back in time." — Alex R. (TripAdvisor) Hours: Daily 9:00am - 5:00pm Admission: ~RM60-90 adults (foreigners), lower for locals Address: Damai Beach Road, Santubong, Kuching Getting there: ~35 min drive from Kuching city center If you have friends visiting Kuching, this should be on their list. It's not a tourist trap — it's genuinely educational AND fun. Have you been? What did you think? Drop a comment below [image: 1780625517458-melanau-resized.jpg] Source: Flickr / Tim Mansfield (CC BY) [image: 1780625517908-bamboo_bridge.jpg] Source: Flickr / Thom Quine (CC BY) [image: 1780625517978-village_overview-resized.jpg] Source: Flickr / Thom Quine (CC BY)

[image: 1780552949479-energy-link.jpg] Sarawak is set to become Borneo's energy powerhouse — with an undersea cable project capable of supplying electricity to four countries including Singapore, the Philippines, and Indonesia. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced today that the federal government and the Sarawak government are jointly pursuing a major cross-border energy initiative. Speaking at the Energy Transition Conference 2026 (ETCon26) in Kuala Lumpur, he said the plan involves laying undersea cables to transmit Sarawak's surplus energy to regional markets. "This joint proposal with the Sarawak government utilises a very large energy capacity and provides an undersea route to meet energy needs in Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, as well as Sabah up to the Philippines and Indonesia," said Anwar. Sarawak currently operates three hydropower plants with a combined capacity of 3.5 GW — enough to power about three million households daily. A fourth plant is under construction as part of the state's target to hit 10 GW generation capacity by 2030. Sarawak Premier Abang Johari had previously revealed the undersea cable linking Sarawak to Singapore would span roughly 720km, mostly through Indonesian waters, and is expected to be commercially operational by 2031. Location: Kuching / Kuala Lumpur Details: Cross-border undersea cable energy initiative covering Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines & Indonesia Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

Let's be real — if you visit Kuching and skip Sarawak Cultural Village, you haven't really been to Sarawak. This award-winning Living Museum sits on 17 acres of land right across from Damai Beach. Just 30 minutes from the city, and you get to experience the entire cultural tapestry of Sarawak in one place. [image: 1780538578622-scv_main.jpg] SCV entrance A friend took his family last month and his first words were: "It feels like stepping into another world." What's inside? A Bidayuh Longhouse, Iban Longhouse, Orang Ulu Longhouse, Chinese Farmhouse, Melanau Tall House, Malay House, Penan Hut... and each one has real people telling real stories. Not some empty replica. [image: 1780538589481-scv_panoramio-resized.jpg] Panoramic view of the village The highlight? Two daily cultural shows — traditional dances, live sape music, the iconic Ngajat warrior dance. Real visitor reviews: 「The cultural show alone is worth the whole trip! — ★★★★★」 「I thought we'd breeze through in an hour. Ended up staying till closing. The guides at the longhouses were amazing storytellers.」— Google Reviews 「Way more immersive than a museum. My kids loved the interactive bits.」— TripAdvisor [image: 1780538589985-scv_village11.jpg] Traditional architecture inside the village There's also a Rainforest Music House showcasing traditional Sarawak instruments — the sape (a traditional guitar-like instrument), gongs, and bamboo percussion. Live performances throughout the day. More visitor feedback: 「The sape music was hauntingly beautiful. Bought my wife a handcrafted bead necklace from the Orang Ulu house.」— TripAdvisor 「For RM105 Malaysian rate, this is the best value attraction in Kuching. Period.」— FB Travel Group [image: 1780538590304-scv_cultural2-resized.jpg] Cultural dance performance Practical info: Address: Damai Beach, Santubong, Kuching Hours: Daily 9AM - 5PM (Shows at 11:30AM & 4PM) Tickets: Malaysian Adult RM105 / Child RM70 Non-Malaysian Adult RM155 / Child RM95 Book online for discounts ️ Lunch package available (~+RM40), decent food SCV App available with virtual tour & treasure hunt for kids [image: 1780538590861-scv_cultural1-resized.jpg] Traditional handicrafts on display Pro tip: Arrive early → explore the houses → catch 11:30AM show → lunch → afternoon free roaming → 4PM second show. Perfect day out. Have you been? Drop your experience below!

Let's be real — if you visit Kuching and skip Sarawak Cultural Village, you haven't really been to Sarawak. This award-winning Living Museum sits on 17 acres of land right across from Damai Beach. Just 30 minutes from the city, and you get to experience the entire cultural tapestry of Sarawak in one place. [image: 1780538578622-scv_main.jpg] SCV entrance A friend took his family last month and his first words were: "It feels like stepping into another world." What's inside? A Bidayuh Longhouse, Iban Longhouse, Orang Ulu Longhouse, Chinese Farmhouse, Melanau Tall House, Malay House, Penan Hut... and each one has real people telling real stories. Not some empty replica. [image: 1780538589481-scv_panoramio-resized.jpg] Panoramic view of the village The highlight? Two daily cultural shows — traditional dances, live sape music, the iconic Ngajat warrior dance. Real visitor reviews: 「The cultural show alone is worth the whole trip! — ★★★★★」 「I thought we'd breeze through in an hour. Ended up staying till closing. The guides at the longhouses were amazing storytellers.」— Google Reviews 「Way more immersive than a museum. My kids loved the interactive bits.」— TripAdvisor [image: 1780538589985-scv_village11.jpg] Traditional architecture inside the village There's also a Rainforest Music House showcasing traditional Sarawak instruments — the sape (a traditional guitar-like instrument), gongs, and bamboo percussion. Live performances throughout the day. More visitor feedback: 「The sape music was hauntingly beautiful. Bought my wife a handcrafted bead necklace from the Orang Ulu house.」— TripAdvisor 「For RM105 Malaysian rate, this is the best value attraction in Kuching. Period.」— FB Travel Group [image: 1780538590304-scv_cultural2-resized.jpg] Cultural dance performance Practical info: Address: Damai Beach, Santubong, Kuching Hours: Daily 9AM - 5PM (Shows at 11:30AM & 4PM) Tickets: Malaysian Adult RM105 / Child RM70 Non-Malaysian Adult RM155 / Child RM95 Book online for discounts ️ Lunch package available (~+RM40), decent food SCV App available with virtual tour & treasure hunt for kids [image: 1780538590861-scv_cultural1-resized.jpg] Traditional handicrafts on display Pro tip: Arrive early → explore the houses → catch 11:30AM show → lunch → afternoon free roaming → 4PM second show. Perfect day out. Have you been? Drop your experience below!

老实说，来古晋如果没去过 Sarawak Cultural Village，真的等于没来过。 不是夸张。这个拿过奖的 Living Museum，占地 17 acres，就在 Damai Beach 对面。半小时车程，你能把整个砂拉越的民族文化走完一遍。 [image: 1780538578622-scv_main.jpg] SCV 入口外观 我朋友上次带家人去，一进门就讲：「哇，真的是一步跨进另一个世界。」 里面有什么？Bidayuh 长屋、Iban 长屋、Orang Ulu 长屋、华人农舍、Melanau 高脚屋、马来屋、Penan 小棚屋… 每个屋子都有真人讲解，不是摆空架子那种。 [image: 1780538589481-scv_panoramio-resized.jpg] 园区全景 最精彩的是每天两场文化表演 — 民族舞蹈、传统音乐、Ngajat warrior dance。有游客在 Google 留 review 讲： 「The cultural show alone is worth the whole trip! — ★★★★★」 「原本以为只是走马看花，结果整个下午不知不觉就过去了。长屋的讲解员讲的故事真的很有趣。」— 小红书用户 「比起博物馆，这种 live 的体验更真实。小孩也很喜欢，互动性很高。」— Google Reviews [image: 1780538589985-scv_village11.jpg] 园区内传统建筑 还有一间 Rainforest Music House，里面展示各种砂拉越传统乐器，包括 sape（传统吉他），现场有人弹，听完你会忍不住想买一张 CD。 Traveller 分享： 「The sape music was hauntingly beautiful. Bought my wife a handcrafted bead necklace from the Orang Ulu house.」— TripAdvisor 「入场 fee 真的不贵，Malaysian RM105，对比你在 Kuching 其他景点花的钱，这个最值得。」— FB 群组分享 [image: 1780538590304-scv_cultural2-resized.jpg] 传统舞蹈表演 实用资讯： 地址：Damai Beach, Santubong, Kuching 开放时间：每日 9AM - 5PM（表演时段 11:30AM 和 4PM） 票价： Malaysian 成人 RM105 / 小孩 RM70 非 Malaysian 成人 RM155 / 小孩 RM95 网上买有折扣，walk-in 贵一点 ️ 有 lunch package（+RM40左右），食物还算可以 可以下载 SCV App，有虚拟导览 + treasure hunt [image: 1780538590861-scv_cultural1-resized.jpg] 传统手工艺品 建议上午早点到 → 先逛屋子 → 看 11:30AM 表演 → 吃午餐 → 下午自由逛 → 4PM 再看一次表演，刚刚好。 你去过了吗？分享你的体验！

I'll be real with you — for the longest time, people said Kuching has "nothing to do" But ever since the Borneo Cultures Museum opened, I realised — we actually have a world-class museum right here in Kuching. RM323 million building, largest museum in Malaysia, second largest in Southeast Asia — this is no joke. Let's get straight to it [image: 1780020366019-01-front-view-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons First Impression: Massive My friend stood at the entrance and literally froze: "Wait, the WHOLE building is the museum?" — Yes. Yes it is. The architecture draws inspiration from Sarawak's traditional craft motifs, perfectly complementing the nearby new DUN building. [image: 1780020366976-02-garden-view-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons What's Inside? 5 floors, 4 themed exhibition zones: Love Our Rivers — Sarawak's river ecosystems In Harmony with Nature — Stories of coastal, rainforest & highland communities Time Changes — Human settlement from Palaeolithic to present Objects of Desire — Curated artifacts from Sarawak Museum's collection Plus a dedicated Kids Gallery — perfect for families. [image: 1780020367935-03-museum-2024-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons Google Rating 4.7 Checked Google Maps reviews — real people, real opinions: "Absolutely must visit! I spent 3 hours inside and still wanted more." — Sarah L. "Even my 7-year-old found it fun. The interactive exhibits are really well done." — Ahmad R. "Entry is only RM10, the AC is great, and you can spend the whole day here. Best weekend spot." — Mei F. By April 2024, the museum had already crossed 1 million visitors. There's a reason for that. [image: 1780020368791-04-backyard-view-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons Practical Info ️ Address: Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, 93400 Kuching Hours: 9:00AM - 4:45PM (Mon-Fri) / 9:00AM - 4:45PM (Weekends & Public Holidays) Tickets: Adult RM10 | Student RM5 | Kids under 12 FREE Website: museum.sarawak.gov.my [image: 1780020369707-05-tugu-view-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons — View from Tugu Pahlawan Verdict? One word — worth it. RM10 for a full day of AC-cooled cultural exploration? There aren't many places in Kuching that offer this value. I also caught a live Ngajat dance performance on a weekend — hits different when you see it in person vs watching on YouTube. Have you been yet? Drop your experience in the comments

老实讲，古晋一直以来都被人讲「没有东西走」 但自从 Borneo Cultures Museum 开了之后，我才发现——原来我们古晋也有这种世界级的博物馆。 整栋建筑 RM323 million 打造、全马来西亚最大、东南亚第二大——不是跟你玩的。 直接说重点 [image: 1780020366019-01-front-view-resized.jpg] 来源：Wikimedia Commons 第一印象：大到夸张 我朋友第一次去的时候，站在门口直接愣住：「蛤整栋都是博物馆？」——对，整栋都是。 从外面看已经很有气势，那个建筑设计灵感来自砂拉越传统手工艺图案，跟旁边的 DUN 新大楼互相呼应。 [image: 1780020366976-02-garden-view-resized.jpg] 来源：Wikimedia Commons 里面有什么看？ 5 层楼，4 个主题展区： Love Our Rivers — 认识砂拉越的河流生态 In Harmony with Nature — 沿海、雨林、高原族群的生活故事 Time Changes — 从旧石器时代到现在的文明演变 Objects of Desire — 砂拉越博物馆的精选文物收藏 还有一个 Kids Gallery，带小孩去也不会闷。 [image: 1780020367935-03-museum-2024-resized.jpg] 来源：Wikimedia Commons Google 评分 4.7 真的假的？ 去看了一下 Google Maps 上的留言，很多人给的是真评价： 「绝对要来看！我在里面走了 3 个小时都不够。」— Sarah L. 「连我 7 岁的孩子都觉得有趣，互动展区做得很好。」— Ahmad R. 「入场才 RM10，冷气又够冷，周末不知道去哪里的最佳选择。」— Mei F. 到 2024 年 4 月，已经突破 100 万人次 参观。不是没有原因的。 [image: 1780020368791-04-backyard-view-resized.jpg] 来源：Wikimedia Commons 实用资讯 ️ 地址：Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, 93400 Kuching 时间：9:00AM - 4:45PM（周一至周五）/ 9:00AM - 4:45PM（周末及公共假期） 票价：成人 RM10 | 学生 RM5 | 12 岁以下免费 官网：museum.sarawak.gov.my [image: 1780020369707-05-tugu-view-resized.jpg] 来源：Wikimedia Commons — 从 Tugu Pahlawan 拍过去的景色 值得去吗？ 一句话——值到爆。RM10 可以吹冷气看文物看一整天，古晋真的没有几间地方做到。 而且听说周末会有文化表演，我去的时候刚好遇到一场 Ngajat 表演，现场看真的跟 YouTube 看不一样。 你们去过了吗？留言分享一下你的体验

I've been living in Kuching for years, and I only made it to Sarawak Cultural Village last month Honestly, I always thought this was just another tourist trap — a fake village for photo ops. But after visiting… I take it back. This place is massive — 17 acres right across from Damai Beach. A proper walkthrough takes 3-4 hours if you actually stop and explore. [image: 1779847477822-scv1.jpg] Source: TripAdvisor - Aerial view of Sarawak Cultural Village The Village replicates 7 main ethnic groups' traditional houses: Iban Longhouse, Bidayuh Round House, Orang Ulu longhouse, Melanau Tall House, Chinese farmhouse, Malay Kampung house, and Penan hut. Each house has representatives doing actual handicrafts — not just posing for photos. [image: 1779847478114-scv2.jpg] Source: Travel+Leisure Asia The Cultural Show at noon is the highlight — traditional dances from each tribe: Iban's ngajat, Orang Ulu's sape music, Malay dance, Chinese dance… You can tell the performers genuinely enjoy it, not just going through the motions. Real reviews from Google Maps / TripAdvisor: "This is a must-visit in Kuching. The staff were so friendly and engaging." — TripAdvisor traveler "The cultural show was the highlight. Worth the price of admission." — Google Maps 4.4★ (4,785+ reviews) "Can easily spend 4-5 hours here if you take your time exploring each house." — Traveler review "The living museum concept is done really well here, each house feels authentic" — Backpacker "We enjoyed the visit very much. The activities in each of the different houses were very interesting." — TripAdvisor [image: 1779847478319-scv3.jpg] Source: TripAdvisor - Inside the village grounds Practical Info ️ Address: Pantai Damai Santubong, 93752 Kuching (next to Damai Beach) Hours: 9am - 5pm daily Tickets: Malaysians: Adult RM95 / Child RM65 Non-Malaysians: Adult RM135 / Child RM85 Walk-in is RM10 more than online — book ahead Phone: 082-846 108 Website: scv.com.my Pro tips: Arrive by 9am, explore first, then catch the 11:30/12:00 cultural show Bring sunscreen — mostly outdoor Wear comfortable shoes (lots of wooden walkways and slopes) Bring water (they sell it inside but marked up) [image: 1779847478600-scv4.jpg] Source: Travel+Leisure Asia - Chinese farmhouse replica RM95 for Malaysians isn't cheap, but for the scale, maintenance, and show quality — I'd say it's worth it. Not one of those regret-it-later kind of places. **Would you recommend it to friends? Or do you think it's overpriced? Drop a comment below

坦白讲，在 Kuching 住了这么多年，我竟然上个月才第一次去 Sarawak Cultural Village 老实说，之前一直觉得这就是个 tourist trap，给游客看的样板村而已。但去了之后… 我收回这句话。 这地方有多大？17 acres，就在 Damai Beach 对面，走一圈下来差不多要 3-4 个小时，前提是你真的有在认真看。 [image: 1779847477822-scv1.jpg] 来源：TripAdvisor - Sarawak Cultural Village 全景 整个 Village 复制了 Sarawak 7 个主要族群的传统房屋：Iban Longhouse、Bidayuh Round House、Orang Ulu 长屋、Melanau Tall House、中国式农舍、马来 Kampung 屋，还有 Penan 的树皮棚。每个屋子都有族裔代表在里面做手工艺，是真的在做，不是摆拍。 [image: 1779847478114-scv2.jpg] 来源：Travel+Leisure Asia 最值得看的是中午那场 Cultural Show — 各族传统舞蹈轮番上场，Iban 的 ngajat、Orang Ulu 的 sape 演奏、马来舞、华人舞… 表演者看得出是真的享受，不是应付式的那种 tourist performance。 网上真实评价（整理自 Google Maps / TripAdvisor）： "This is a must-visit in Kuching. The staff were so friendly and engaging." — TripAdvisor 旅客 "The cultural show was the highlight. Worth the price of admission." — Google Maps 4.4★ (4,785+ reviews) "我原本以为会很闷，结果比我想象中有趣很多，尤其那些传统音乐表演" — 本地游客 "Can easily spend 4-5 hours here if you take your time exploring each house." — 游客评论 "The living museum concept is done really well here, each house feels authentic" — 背包客 [image: 1779847478319-scv3.jpg] 来源：TripAdvisor - Sarawak Cultural Village 园内 实用资讯 ️ 地址：Pantai Damai Santubong, 93752 Kuching（Damai Beach 旁边） 时间：9am - 5pm 每日 门票： 马来西亚人：成人 RM95 / 小孩 RM65 外国人：成人 RM135 / 小孩 RM85 Walk-in 和 online 价格差 RM10，建议提前网上买 电话：082-846 108 官网：scv.com.my 个人小心得： 早上 9 点到最好，可以先逛一圈再去 11:30 / 12:00 的文化表演 记得涂防晒，大部分是户外的 穿舒服的鞋（很多木板路和斜坡） 带水，园内虽然有卖但比外面贵 [image: 1779847478600-scv4.jpg] 来源：Travel+Leisure Asia - 华人农舍 老实说 RM95 对大马人来说不算便宜，但以这个规模、维护程度和表演质量来说，我觉得值回票价。不是那种让你去了后悔的景点。 **你会推荐朋友去吗？还是你其实也觉得是 tourist trap？留言告诉我

The White Cat statue in Padungan is now wearing a printed songket-inspired red and green vest — a vibrant symbol of Gawai Dayak and Sarawak's cultural harmony. [image: N7CZ25RmCjRDHts] The special attire was unveiled during a lighting ceremony at the iconic statue on May 26, officiated by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. He said the annual lighting tradition reflects Sarawak's inclusive spirit and the harmony among its people. "I would also like to take this opportunity to wish everyone Selamat Hari Gawai, Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai," Dr Sim said. As people are travelling back for Gawai, Dr Sim reminded motorists to drive carefully. "Road conditions are improving, but please drive safely. If you drink, don't drive. If you drive, don't drink." Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng explained that a printed songket-inspired material was chosen instead of Pua Kumbu textile out of respect for Dayak cultural sensitivities. "When dressing the statue, it is important for us to consult and respect the cultures of others," he said. The mayor also drew a parallel between the open-door tradition of longhouse culture and Sarawak's unity: "If you have been to a longhouse, all the pintu are 'buka' (open). This openness is the heartbeat of our Sarawak unity." Location: Padungan, Kuching Details: White Cat statue in songket-inspired Gawai Dayak vest; lighting ceremony officiated by Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian and MBKS mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

🦧 Semenggoh Wildlife Centre — Kuching's Iconic Orangutan Sanctuary Just a 30-minute drive from Kuching city centre (take the road towards Serian/Puncak Borneo), Semenggoh Wildlife Centre has been Sarawak's most famous semi-wild orangutan rehabilitation centre since 1975. It's a must-visit for anyone coming to Kuching. [image: 1779765072509-orangutan_at_semenggoh_nature_reserve-resized.jpg] Orangutan asking ranger for fruits (Source: KelvinToh / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0) What is it? Semenggoh isn't a zoo — it's a rehabilitation centre. Orangutans here are semi-wild, free to roam the forest. They only come back during feeding times when food is provided. The centre rescues injured orangutans or those kept illegally as pets and trains them to survive in the wild again. Feeding Times (best time to see them): Morning: 9:00 - 10:00 AM Afternoon: 3:00 - 4:00 PM Pro tip: arrive before feeding time starts, otherwise the orangutans might already be deep in the forest. [image: 1779765065001-orangutan-semenggoh.jpg] Close-up of an orangutan at Semenggoh (Source: DIONYSIUS IVANDER / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0) Real reviews from real people (not just ratings): A Google Maps reviewer wrote: "It was amazing to see the orangutans up close in their natural habitat." — This is the general sentiment. The experience is completely different from a zoo; they're swinging through trees just metres away from you. TripAdvisor: "Feeding time was an unforgettable experience. The rangers are incredibly knowledgable." — The rangers know every orangutan by name and have great stories about each one's personality and history. A Xiaohongshu user shared: "Go during feeding time or you might not see anything. Morning session is better — the orangutans are more active." A local FB group member commented: "This is the place I bring all my overseas friends. They go crazy every time. DON'T forget mosquito repellent!" Others mentioned: "Weekends and public holidays get busy. Go on a weekday if you want a quieter experience." [image: 1779765138009-a_swinging_orangutan_-26039522614.jpg] Orangutan swinging through the trees (Source: Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0) [image: 1779765138298-orangutan_on_double_ropes_-26515290302.jpg] Orangutan playing on ropes (Source: Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0) Price (2025/2026): Malaysian: Adult RM10 / Child RM5 Foreign tourists: Adult RM20 / Child RM10 Free parking [image: 1779765138628-orangutan_swinging_on_rope_-26582623145.jpg] Orangutan hanging from ropes (Source: Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0) Important tips: DO NOT touch the orangutans (they're wild animals!) Do not bring your own food to feed them Long sleeves + mosquito repellent strongly recommended Rain = orangutans may not show up (check weather) Photos allowed but NO flash photography Bottom line: If you only have time for ONE attraction in Kuching, make it Semenggoh. Watching orangutans freely roaming in their natural habitat is something no zoo experience can match. Address: Jalan Puncak Borneo, Semenggoh, 93250 Kuching Hours: Daily 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (including weekends & public holidays) Website: sarawakforestry.com Been to Semenggoh? Drop your experience in the comments! 🦧

🦧 Semenggoh Wildlife Centre — 古晋近郊看人猿好去处 从古晋市区开车大概 30 分钟，往西走 Pokok 路就到了 Semenggoh 自然保护区。这里就是砂拉越最有名的半野生人猿康复中心，也是很多游客来古晋必去的景点之一。 [image: 1779765065001-orangutan-semenggoh.jpg] 人猿在 Semenggoh 自然保护区的特写（来源：Wikimedia Commons / DIONYSIUS IVANDER, CC BY-SA 4.0） 这里是做什么的？ Semenggoh Wildlife Centre 成立于 1975 年，主要是照顾受伤或被人非法饲养的人猿，训练他们重新在野外生存。跟动物园不一样——这里的人猿是 semi-wild 的，他们可以自由进出森林，只是每天有两个 feeding time 会回来吃东西。 Feeding Time（看人猿最佳时间）： 早上 9:00 - 10:00 下午 3:00 - 4:00 最好 feeding time 前去，不然人猿可能在森林深处看不到。 [image: 1779765072509-orangutan_at_semenggoh_nature_reserve-resized.jpg] 人猿跟管理员讨食物（来源：Wikimedia Commons / KelvinToh, CC BY-SA 4.0） 真实体验怎么样？ 我整合了几个来源的评价，不是只看评分： Google Maps 一个游客写：「It was amazing to see the orangutans up close in their natural habitat.」—— 确实，在这里看人猿跟在动物园完全不一样，它们就在你几米外的树上荡来荡去。 TripAdvisor 有人提到：「Feeding time was an unforgettable experience. The rangers are incredibly knowledgable.」—— 管理员讲解很详细，会介绍每只人猿的名字和故事。 有位小红书网友分享：「建议挑 feeding time 去，不然真的可能什么都看不到。早上那场比较好，人猿比较活跃。」 本地 FB 群组也有留言：「带外国朋友来必去的地方，他们每次都 mad 到不行。记得喷防蚊液！」 [image: 1779765138009-a_swinging_orangutan_-26039522614.jpg] 人猿在树枝间荡秋千（来源：Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0） 也有人提醒：「周末和假期人会比较多，如果想静静看人猿建议平日去。」 还有人说「喂食时间管理员的讲解值得听完，会学到很多关于人猿保护的知识。」 [image: 1779765138298-orangutan_on_double_ropes_-26515290302.jpg] 人猿玩绳索（来源：Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0） 价格参考（2025/2026）： 马来西亚公民：成人 RM10 / 小孩 RM5 外国游客：成人 RM20 / 小孩 RM10 停车免费 注意事项： 不可触摸人猿（它们是野生动物！） 不可自带食物喂食 建议穿长裤长袖 + 防蚊液 下雨天人猿可能不出来，建议查看天气 拍照可以，但不要用闪光灯 [image: 1779765138628-orangutan_swinging_on_rope_-26582623145.jpg] 人猿吊在绳索上玩耍（来源：Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0） 总结： 如果你来古晋只有一个景点的时间，Semenggoh 绝对值得去。看到人猿在自然环境里自由活动，那种感觉是动物园给不到的。 地址：Jalan Puncak Borneo, Semenggoh, 93250 Kuching 开放时间：每天 8:00 - 17:00（包括周末和公共假期） 官网：sarawakforestry.com 你去过 Semenggoh 吗？欢迎留言分享你的体验 🦧

️ Permai Rainforest Resort — Kuching's Go-To Beach & Rainforest Escape About 35-40 minutes drive from Kuching city center, tucked at the foot of Mount Santubong. Right next to Sarawak Cultural Village and Damai Central. [image: 1779691320675-permai_treehouse.jpg] Treehouse exterior, nestled by the coastline (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) Accommodation Most people recommend the Treehouses — built right into the trees along the beach. Waking up to monkey calls and falling asleep to waves. A friend told me "worth the upgrade, the view is unreal." There are also Villas (2BR/3BR with living room & fridge) for families or friend groups. And a campsite if you'd rather rough it — toilets and showers provided. [image: 1779691321460-permai_cabin.jpg] Beachside cabin, great for couples or small families (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) [image: 1779691322543-permai_double_cabin.jpg] Double-storey Villa, good for bigger groups (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) Activities Plenty to do here. Kayak and SUP — go in the late afternoon unless you want to get cooked by the morning sun. High Ropes Course gets good reviews from FB folks who've tried it. Jungle trekking to a waterfall and Blue Pool if you're up for a hike. [image: 1779691321029-permai_pool.jpg] The jungle pool — cold but super refreshing on a hot day (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) Other stuff: dolphin watching (Irrawaddy dolphins — boat cruise), firefly tours at the mangrove at night, even crocodile watching. Feeling ambitious? Climb Mount Santubong — the resort's site says it's harder than Southeast Asia's tallest mountain, and that's not a joke. [image: 1779691321904-permai_fb_photo.jpg] Kayaking at Permai (Source: FB user 可爱胖的玛丽, Borneo Travellers Group) Food The on-site restaurant is called The Feeding Tree — cute name. Dinner gets decent reviews but breakfast is just okay. BBQ facilities available if you feel like grilling. The real talk (not just ratings): One Google Maps reviewer said "Rustic resort with a hillside cafe" — that's spot on. It's not a luxury resort, it's rustic nature style. TripAdvisor: "Cold but refreshing jungle pool" — accurate, that pool is genuinely cold. On Xiaohongshu someone mentioned "2-3 days max, any longer gets boring" — evening activities are limited. FB Kuching travel group: a local commented "Been here 3 times, brought different friends each time, they all loved it." Also noted: "Tough without a car, shuttle is pricey (RM180/way from airport)." [image: 1779691322225-permai_campsite.jpg] Campsite area — bring your own tent (Source: Permai website) Price Standard rooms from ~RM340/night. Treehouses cost more. Weekends fill up fast so book early. Been to Permai? Got any Kuching places you want me to check out? Drop a comment

Four students from St Joseph’s International School (SJIS) in Kuching have earned Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards — including three “Top in the World” titles — in the November 2025 examination series. This is reportedly the first time SJIS has achieved three worldwide top honours in a single exam sitting. The winners Eunice Ooi Jia Yi — Top in the World, Business Studies (A-Level) Carmen Lee Zi Shuen — Top in the World, English as a Second Language (IGCSE) Giselle Chen Yan Xin — Top in the World, English as a Second Language (IGCSE) Jameela Khayrin Mohamad Bolhair — Top in Malaysia, Business Studies (AS-Level) “This is truly exceptional for the school to achieve three ‘Top in the World’ awards in a single examination series,” said SJIS Principal Brother Robert Teoh. St Joseph’s Private Schools CEO Christopher Chua added that being recognised at the international level places these students among the very best globally. [image: 1779691939811-nc_kcfc-final-1.jpg] Location: St Joseph’s International School, Kuching Details: 3 x Top in the World + 1 x Top in Malaysia (November 2025 Cambridge exams) Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

砂拉越副部长拿督阿都拉曼尤纳迪呼吁重启古晋每周农民市集，让居民能以合理价格购买新鲜农产品。 这名 Pantai Damai 区州议员是在周日（5月24日）于 Esplanade Gersik 举行的 Jualan Agro Sarawakku Sayang（JASS）活动上提出这项建议。 他指出，Esplanade Gersik 在七八年前曾是联邦农产品销售局（FAMA）举办每周农民市集的地点。他希望 FAMA 联同食品工业、商品及区域发展部，以及古晋北市市政厅（DBKU），能够重新恢复这项计划。 “重启这类计划，能帮助居民以合理价格购买新鲜食材。” 详情： 将与 FAMA 商讨恢复每月或每季度定期举办该计划的可能性 同时也建议 JASS 计划在古晋定期推广 阿都拉曼呼吁居民参与 DBKU 的城市农耕计划，在家种植蔬菜 自种蔬菜不仅能降低家庭开销，还能促进粮食自足与安全 地点： Esplanade Gersik，古晋 新闻来源： DayakDaily 你会去逛每周农民市集吗？

Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi is calling for the revival of weekly farmers markets in Kuching to give residents better access to fresh, affordable produce. The Pantai Damai assemblyman made the proposal at the Jualan Agro Sarawakku Sayang (JASS) programme held at Esplanade Gersik on Sunday (May 24). According to him, Esplanade Gersik was once home to a weekly farmers market organised by the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA) around seven to eight years ago. He hopes FAMA, together with the Ministry of Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development, along with DBKU (Kuching North City Commission), can bring it back. "Reviving such programmes would help residents obtain fresh food products at reasonable prices," he said. Details: Discussions will be held with FAMA to explore regular monthly or quarterly programmes Also proposing the JASS programme be reintroduced on a regular basis in Kuching Dr Abdul Rahman urged residents to take up urban farming initiatives organised by DBKU to reduce household food expenses Growing vegetables at home can promote self-sufficiency and contribute to food security Location: Esplanade Gersik, Kuching Source: https://dayakdaily.com/pantai-damai-rep-pushes-revival-of-weekly-farmers-market-in-kuching-for-affordable-fresh-food/ What do you think — would you visit a weekly farmers market in Kuching?

Bau Gawai Parade nearly triples in size — 2,000 participants, 91 contingents march through town in vibrant cultural showcase The biennial Bau Gawai Parade drew close to 2,000 participants from 91 contingents on May 23, nearly three times its 2024 turnout of 800. Chinese and Malay groups marched alongside the Bidayuh community along a 2.8km route under sunny weather. Location: Bau, Kuching Division, Sarawak Key highlights: 2,000 participants — up from 800 in 2024 91 contingents including Chinese, Malay & Bidayuh groups 2.8km procession from Bidayuh Cultural Centre completed in under 2 hours New RM9 million Bidayuh Cultural Centre now completed — official opening June 22 by Sarawak Premier Centre features 1,000-capacity hall, galleries, meeting rooms, and traditional Baruk Deputy Minister of Transport (Riverine and Marine) and Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the parade marked the completion of the Bidayuh Cultural Centre, which he described as a "living space for cultural activities." The Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) has expressed satisfaction with the centre's quality. Source: https://dayakdaily.com/bau-gawai-parade-nearly-triples-in-size-2000-participants-91-contingents-march-2-8km-under-sunny-weather-in-traditional-attire/ Are you heading to Bau for Gawai celebrations this year? Share your plans below!

Kuching (23rd) — A petrol bomb was thrown at a car in the early hours of today, but the homeowner managed to extinguish the fire before it caused major damage, with only 10% of the vehicle burned. The incident occurred around 5am at Lorong 7, Stapok Selatan. The Batu Lintang Fire and Rescue Department received an emergency call at 4:58am and rushed to the scene. By the time they arrived, the homeowner had already brought the fire under control, and firefighters proceeded to fully extinguish the remaining flames. CCTV footage from the homeowner's residence captured a suspect throwing a petrol bomb from outside the house into the car porch, setting the rear of the vehicle ablaze. The case has been handed over to the police for investigation. [image: 1779691940607-nc_bomb-car-1.jpeg] [image: 1779691941093-nc_bomb-car-2.jpeg] [image: 1779691941648-nc_bomb-car-3.jpeg] Source: See Hua Daily News

The Kuching Waterfront came alive today as the thunder of motorcycle engines filled the air — 600 big bike riders from across Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam and Indonesia gathered for the Borneo Island International Big Bike Festival (BIBBF) 2026. The convoy, flagged off from Kuching Waterfront, made its way to Kampung Lot Bako for a community engagement programme. Organised by the Borneo Island Big Bikers (BIBB) Sarawak, the event is now in its 24th edition with 1,225 registered participants. Location: Kuching Waterfront → Kampung Bako, Sarawak Details: 600 big bikes in convoy Participants from Sarawak, Sabah, FT Labuan, Brunei and Indonesia Community activities: traditional sports, village lunch at Bako (fresh seafood!) Day 1 highlights: Battle of the Bands competition Gala dinner featuring local and Peninsular Malaysia singers Idol BIBBF singing talent event continues tomorrow BIBB Sarawak president Ramlee Tuah said participants were especially impressed with Sarawak's well-maintained roads, giving satisfaction to bikers from neighbouring countries. The festival rotates among 5 Borneo clubs: PEMODA (Brunei), BIBB (Sarawak), IMBI (Indonesia), SBBA (Sabah), and LA RIDERS (Labuan). Next year's edition will be hosted by LA Riders Labuan. Source: https://dayakdaily.com/600-riders-from-msia-brunei-indonesia-roar-through-kuching-for-borneo-island-intl-big-bike-festival/ Catch the convoy or the gala dinner? Drop by Kampung Bako and join the fun!