Sarawak GOF seizes RM17.5 million in assets, busts massive diesel smuggling ring KUCHING (May 28) — The Sarawak Brigade of the General Operations Force (GOF) has cracked down on a large-scale diesel smuggling syndicate, seizing over 342,000 litres of subsidised diesel worth approximately RM1.8 million. [image: gof-diesel-bust.jpg] GOF commander SAC Lim Bak Phai The operation, code-named Op Tiris, ran from March 16 to Tuesday across 11 districts including Kuching, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Sibu, Kapit, Bintulu, Miri, Lawas, Bau, Serian and Lundu. Sarawak GOF Brigade commander SAC Lim Bak Phai said 820 inspections were conducted, resulting in 58 cases and 69 arrests. Breakdown of seizures: 342,000 litres of subsidised diesel — worth ~RM1.8 million Tanker lorries, heavy machinery and skid tanks valued at nearly RM17.5 million Over 5 tonnes of subsidised cooking oil (~RM40,000) More than 7 tonnes of coarse sugar (~RM31,000) One major find: a tugboat in Bintulu used to illegally store 20,000 litres of diesel without a valid permit. All cases have been handed over to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Sarawak under the Control of Supplies Act 1961. Location: Multiple districts across Sarawak Details: 820 inspections, 69 arrests, RM20.3M total seizures Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/05/28/sarawak-gof-busts-diesel-ring-seizes-rm17-5-mln-in-assets-342000-litres-of-fuel/ What do you think?

If you've only been to Bako and skipped Kubah, you're missing out on something special. Kubah National Park is just 20km from Kuching city — about a 40-minute drive. But the vibe here is completely different from Bako. While Bako is all about coastal sandstone formations, Kubah is deep, wet, dense jungle that barely lets light through the canopy. I went there once around 7am, and the morning mist was still hanging in the air. The whole forest felt like a steam room. As I made my way to the Waterfall Trail, the first rays of sunlight broke through — honestly one of those moments where words don't do it justice. [image: 1779933787452-kubah_waterfall-resized.jpg] Source: Kelvin Toh / Wikimedia Commons What makes Kubah special? Palm trees. This park has one of the highest palm diversity in the world — 98 different species across 2,230 hectares. It was gazetted as a national park in 1989 mainly because of its palm richness. And the frogs here are something else. The Bornean narrow-mouthed frog is only found around Kubah. What people are saying: "Waterfall trail is pretty easy and the waterfall itself is gorgeous. Saw wild boars and a monitor lizard." — Muhammad A., Google Maps "You can easily spend 3-4 hours here on different trails. The palm collection is insane." — Sarah L., TripAdvisor "Best to come early, before 8am. Do Waterfall Trail first then Summit Trail, finish by noon. Bring enough water, there's nowhere to buy on the mountain." — Ah Hau, FB Kuching Hiking Group [image: 1779933795933-kubah_canopy-resized.jpg] Source: Angeline Ting / Wikimedia Commons The Trails: There are 7 colour-coded trails ranging from 255m (Palmetum) to 5km (Summit Trail). My pick: Waterfall Trail — moderate difficulty, about 1 hour to the waterfall. If the weather's good, continue on the Summit Trail up to Gunung Serapi viewpoint at 800m. Trails are well-maintained but can get slippery after rain. Definitely wear hiking shoes. [image: 1779933797308-kubah_trail2-resized.jpg] Source: Angeline Ting / Wikimedia Commons Wildlife spotting: Besides palms and frogs, keep an eye out for bearded pigs, hornbills, squirrels, and mouse deer. I was lucky enough to spot a large hornbill flying overhead. Right next door is Matang Wildlife Centre, which runs a orangutan rehabilitation program. [image: 1779933798775-kubah_trail3-resized.jpg] Source: Angeline Ting / Wikimedia Commons Practical Info: Location: Kubah National Park, Matang, Sarawak Open: 8:00AM - 5:00PM daily Entry: RM10 (Malaysian adult) / RM5 (child) Foreign tourists: RM20 Accommodation: Forest lodge available, book in advance Bring: Water (at least 1.5L), insect repellent, sunscreen, raincoat (weather is unpredictable) [image: 1779933800260-kubah_trail5-resized.jpg] Source: Angeline Ting / Wikimedia Commons Overall, Kubah is perfect for a half-day trip. Not too exhausting, plenty of trail options, and close to the city. If you love nature but don't want the scorching sun you'd get at Bako, this is your spot. Been to Kubah? Which trail is your favourite? Drop a comment below! [image: 1779933801221-kubah_hiking.jpg] Source: Ayu Farhana / Wikimedia Commons

老实讲，如果你来古晋只去 Bako 没有去 Kubah，你 miss 了一个很特别的地方。 Kubah National Park 离古晋市区才 20km，开车大概 40 分钟就到了。但这里跟 Bako 完全不一样的感觉——Bako 是海边的 sandstone 地貌，Kubah 是雨林深处那种溼溼的、绿到不透光的 jungle 体验。 我第一次去的时候是早上 7 点多，那个雾气还没散，整个森林像在蒸桑拿一样。走到 Waterfall Trail 的时候刚好阳光打下来——那个画面，真的有点美到讲不出话。 [image: 1779933787452-kubah_waterfall-resized.jpg] 来源：Kelvin Toh / Wikimedia Commons 这里最出名的是什么？ Palm trees。全世界 palm 品种最密的地方之一，98 种 palm 在这个 2230 公顷的公园里找到。 而且这里的青蛙也是一绝——Bornean narrow-mouthed frog 就只有在 Kubah 附近找得到。 有些人去过后的真实评价： "Waterfall trail is pretty easy and the waterfall itself is gorgeous. Saw wild boars and a monitor lizard." — Muhammad A., Google Maps "You can easily spend 3-4 hours here on different trails. The palm collection is insane." — Sarah L., TripAdvisor "最好早上来，8点前到，走 Waterfall Trail 然后去 Summit Trail，大概中午前搞定。带够水，山上没有卖水的。" — 阿豪，FB 古晋 hiking 群 [image: 1779933795933-kubah_canopy-resized.jpg] 来源：Angeline Ting / Wikimedia Commons 关于 trails： 有 7 条不同颜色的 trail，从 255m 的 Palmetum 到 5km 的 Summit Trail。我最推荐的是 Waterfall Trail（中等难度，1小时左右到瀑布），天气好可以接 Summit Trail 上 Gunung Serapi 山顶看风景。 Trail 的路况维护得不错，但有些路段会有点滑，尤其是下雨后。建议穿 hiking shoes。 [image: 1779933797308-kubah_trail2-resized.jpg] 来源：Angeline Ting / Wikimedia Commons 关于 wildlife： 除了 palm 和 frog，这里还能看到 bearded pig、hornbill、松鼠、mouse deer。我那天很幸运看到一只大犀鸟飞过。 旁边就是 Matang Wildlife Centre，有 orangutan 保育计划。 [image: 1779933798775-kubah_trail3-resized.jpg] 来源：Angeline Ting / Wikimedia Commons 实用资讯： 地址：Kubah National Park, Matang, Sarawak 开放时间：8:00AM - 5:00PM 每天 门票：RM10（大马公民成人）/ RM5（儿童） 外国游客：RM20 住宿：有 forest lodge，但建议提前预订 带什么：水（至少 1.5L）、防蚊液、防晒、雨衣（天气很 unpredictable） [image: 1779933800260-kubah_trail5-resized.jpg] 来源：Angeline Ting / Wikimedia Commons 整体来说，Kubah 是一个很适合半日游的地方。不会太累，trail 选择多，而且离市区近。如果你喜欢大自然又不想要 Bako 那种大太阳晒到晕的体验，Kubah 会是你更好的选择。 你去过 Kubah 吗？最喜欢哪条 trail？留言分享你的经验！ [image: 1779933801221-kubah_hiking.jpg] 来源：Ayu Farhana / Wikimedia Commons

美里 Kuala Baram 的鳄鱼园要大变身了！ 6月1日起，Miri Crocodile Farm Wildlife Park cum Mini Zoo 将正式更名为 Miri Animal Wonderland（美里动物奇境），主打沉浸式动物体验，适合全家出游。 [image: download] 这个22英亩的园区距离美里市区约30分钟车程，沿滨海公路即可到达，是北砂拉越首座也是最大的鳄鱼养殖场。园内饲养超过 1,000只鳄鱼，包括咸水鳄和罕见的马来鳄（Malayan Gharial），并已获得 CITES 国际公约注册。 不只是鳄鱼！ 迷你动物园还有马来熊、食火鸡、爪哇鹿、网纹蟒、豚尾猴、巨蜥、猫头鹰、老鹰、麝香猫和熊狸等珍稀动物。 游客还可以亲手喂食指定动物（山羊、蛇，甚至鳄鱼）、骑小马，每天还有鳄鱼和蛇喂食秀（11am、11.30am、3pm、3.30pm）。 票价： 大马成人 RM30、小孩（11岁以下）RM15 | 外国成人 RM45、小孩 RM25 时间： 每天 9am–5pm（4pm 停止售票） 导览资讯备有英文、马来文和中文版本。 地点： Kuala Baram, 美里（距市区30分钟车程） 新闻来源： https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/05/28/miri-animal-wonderland-promises-close-encounters-with-exotic-wildlife/ 周末带家人去走一趟，你会去吗？

Miri's iconic crocodile farm at Kuala Baram is getting a fresh identity — and a bigger family-friendly focus. Starting June 1, the Miri Crocodile Farm Wildlife Park cum Mini Zoo will officially be renamed Miri Animal Wonderland, with new interactive experiences and educational features. [image: download] The 22-acre park, located about 30 minutes from Miri city centre along the coastal highway, houses over 1,000 crocodiles including Saltwater Crocodiles and the rare Malayan Gharial. It's the first and largest crocodile farm in northern Sarawak. Beyond the crocs, the mini zoo features sun bears, southern cassowaries, Javan deer, reticulated pythons, pig-tailed macaques, monitor lizards, owls, eagles, civets, and binturong. Visitors can feed selected animals (goats, snakes, even crocodiles), enjoy pony rides, and watch daily crocodile and snake feeding sessions at 11am, 11.30am, 3pm and 3.30pm. Prices: RM30 Malaysian adults, RM15 children (under 11) | Foreign: RM45 adults, RM25 children Hours: 9am–5pm daily (ticket sales close 4pm) Guided info is available in English, BM, and Mandarin. Location: Kuala Baram, Miri (30-min drive from city) Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/05/28/miri-animal-wonderland-promises-close-encounters-with-exotic-wildlife/ What do you think — would you take the family for a visit?

诗巫（Sibu）距离成为砂拉越下一个市只差RM300万——市议会储备金从2019年至今翻了一倍多。 诗巫市议会主席丁永豪今天公布，截至2026年，诗巫的财政储备金已达RM4700万，而2019年他上任时仅有RM1900万。升格为市的门槛是RM5000万储备金。 [image: 1779861795348-sibu-city-status.jpg] 丁永豪于5月26日在Wisma Sanyan推介WAK诗巫节2026年历后召开记者会。 升格的第二个条件——人口达30万——也在逐步实现，诗巫的人口结构正经历转变和稳定增长。 丁永豪说：「2019年我上任时，很多人问为什么美里可以升格为市，诗巫不能。我们研究了条件后发现，只差两个主要要求。」 诗巫长期以来被视为华人占多数的城镇，如今族群结构正变得更加多元，伊班人口及其他族群的比例持续上升。 地点： 诗巫，砂拉越 储备金： RM4700万（2019年仅RM1900万） 目标： 储备金RM5000万 + 人口30万 新闻来源： DayakDaily 你们觉得诗巫今年有望升格吗？

Sibu is just RM3 million away from becoming Sarawak’s next city — its council reserves have more than doubled since 2019. Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) chairman Clarence Ting announced today that the town’s financial reserves have grown to RM47 million, up sharply from RM19 million when he took office in 2019. The threshold for city status is RM50 million. [image: 1779861795348-sibu-city-status.jpg] SMC chairman Clarence Ting speaking at a press conference after launching the WAK Sibu Festival 2026 calendar at Wisma Sanyan on May 26. The second requirement — a population of 300,000 — is also being gradually met as Sibu sees demographic shifts and steady growth. “When I became chairman in 2019, people often asked why Miri could be upgraded to a city but not Sibu. After reviewing the criteria, we were only short of two main requirements,” Ting said. Sibu, long seen as a predominantly Chinese-majority town, is now becoming increasingly diverse, with a growing Iban population and broader ethnic representation. Location: Sibu, Sarawak Reserves: RM47M (up from RM19M in 2019) Target: RM50M reserves + 300,000 population Source: DayakDaily What do you think — will Sibu finally get city status this year?

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

Padungan 标志性白猫雕像穿上了红绿 songket 花纹背心，化身 Gawai Dayak 团结象征。 [image: N7CZ25RmCjRDHts] 古晋 Padungan 的白猫雕像在 5 月 26 日举行了年度亮灯仪式，今年特地穿上了印有 songket 花纹的红绿背心，庆祝达雅节 Gawai Dayak，同时也传达砂拉越多元族群和谐共处的信息。 副首席部长拿督阿玛沈桂贤医生主持亮灯时表示，这项活动已成为古晋的传统，展现了砂拉越包容的精神。他也以达雅语祝福大家："Selamat Hari Gawai, Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai。" 沈桂贤也提醒回乡庆祝 Gawai 的民众小心驾驶："路况虽然改善了，但还是要小心。喝酒别开车，开车别喝酒。" 古晋南市市长拿督黄鸿圣透露，这次特意选用 songket 印花布料而非 Pua Kumbu（达雅传统布料），是出于对达雅文化的尊重。"在给雕像穿衣服时，我们必须咨询和尊重其他族群的文化，免得引起误解。" 黄鸿圣也形容长屋文化中的"门户开放"精神正是砂拉越团结的核心："如果你去过长屋，每个 pintu 都是开的。这种开放精神就是砂拉越团结的脉搏。" 地点： Padungan，古晋 详情： 白猫雕像穿上 songket 花纹 Gawai 背心；副首长沈桂贤及南市市长黄鸿圣主持亮灯仪式 新闻来源： DayakDaily 你觉得呢？

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?

「回一趟家过 Gawai 机票要 RM1,000？RM1,000 我都可以出国了！」 砂拉越歌手兼网红 Miss Alvy 今天在 Threads 发文炮轰达雅节前夕机票价格「不合理」，直言东马人回家过节越来越像奢望。 她指出从西马飞往婆罗洲的来回机票可以高达 RM1,000，这笔钱已经足够出国旅行。帖文迅速引起共鸣，大批沙巴和砂拉越网民涌入留言，分享自己过节买机票的惨痛经历。有人说来回票甚至去到 RM1,900，单程也超过 RM1,000，根本负担不起。 Miss Alvy 表示很多东马游子因为机票太贵，已经好几年没能回家过年。有些人只有在重大节庆才得以和家人团聚，更多人直接放弃了回乡的念头。 这篇帖文再次点燃了东马人对东西马机票价格长期偏高的不满，尤其是在达雅节、开斋节这类节庆期间，票价更是翻倍跳涨。 地点： 古晋 / 砂拉越 时间： 2026年5月26日 [image: 1779775360441-miss-alvy-airfare.jpg] Miss Alvy。图片来源：Facebook / DayakDaily 新闻来源： DayakDaily 你觉得呢？

"How can a ticket to go back to my hometown for Gawai cost up to RM1,000? Isn't Borneo also part of Malaysia?" Sarawakian singer and influencer Miss Alvy took to Threads today to call out what she describes as "unreasonable" flight prices ahead of the Gawai Dayak celebration. She highlighted that a return ticket from Peninsular Malaysia to Borneo can cost up to RM1,000 — enough, she said, to travel overseas. Many netizens from Sabah and Sarawak chimed in, sharing their own horror stories of festive season airfares, with some saying return tickets can hit RM1,900. According to Miss Alvy, many East Malaysians have been forced to delay returning home for years because of the high ticket prices. Some families can only reunite during major holidays, while others simply cannot afford it at all. The post has reignited the long-standing debate about the high cost of air connectivity between Borneo and Peninsular Malaysia, especially during festive seasons like Gawai and Hari Raya. Location: Kuching / Sarawak When: May 26, 2026 [image: 1779775360441-miss-alvy-airfare.jpg] Miss Alvy. Photo credit: Facebook / DayakDaily Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

If I have one full day from Kuching for wildlife, I would start before the city gets hot and aim for Bako’s Kampung Bako jetty—not because the park is the easiest box to tick, but because the short boat ride is part of the arrival. The skyline gives way to mangrove, sandstone and a coastline that feels much farther away than the drive suggests. [image: 1779770950255-bako_rock.jpg] 来源：Borneo mobilegrapher / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA The park suits travellers who enjoy choosing a trail, watching for movement and accepting that wildlife follows its own timetable. Proboscis monkeys, macaques, monitor lizards and wild boar are possibilities, not a guaranteed show. That is the honest trade: you get a compact taste of rainforest, beach, cliff, mangrove and kerangas landscapes, but anyone expecting a smooth, air-conditioned attraction may find the heat, insects, uneven paths and boat timing a lot. [image: 1779770950586-bako_panorama.jpg] 来源：Borneo mobilegrapher / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA From central Kuching, allow roughly an hour by road to Kampung Bako, then around 20 minutes by boat, with weather and sea conditions able to stretch the schedule. I would keep the day flexible: take an easier walk around the headquarters and coast if travelling with children or older family members, or reserve several hours for a longer trail only when everyone is comfortable with heat and mud. The boat back is the part not to gamble with, so ask the operator for the day’s last return and leave a generous buffer. [image: 1779770951024-bako_trail.jpg] 来源：Orizan / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY The park and jetty arrangement, trail access, conservation rules, fees and boat charges can change with weather, maintenance or management updates. Published figures are often quoted around RM10/RM5 for Malaysian adults/children and RM20/RM7 for foreign adults/children, before transport and boat costs; treat those as a planning guide, not a promise. Bring water, sun protection, mosquito repellent and sealed food—macaques are a good reason not to leave snacks loose. Check the Sarawak Forestry Corporation notice and the day’s jetty update before leaving, especially after heavy rain or if a trail is under repair. [image: 1779770951430-bako_mangrove.jpg] 来源：Wikimedia Commons I would give Bako a full day, not squeeze it between two city attractions. It is worth the boat and the early start for travellers who want a real outdoor day near Kuching; it will disappoint anyone who needs guaranteed animal sightings or a polished resort-style walk. Pack light, keep your eyes on the trees, and let the return boat set the pace.

如果古晋行程里只能留一天给野外，我会在天还没太热时出发，先到 Kampung Bako 码头，再把那段约 20 分钟的船程当成旅程的一部分。船离开河岸后，红树林、砂岩海岸和海风会把“只是去一个景点”的感觉慢慢换掉。 [image: 1779770950255-bako_rock.jpg] 来源：Borneo mobilegrapher / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA Bako 适合喜欢自己选步道、边走边找动物的人。长鼻猴、猕猴、巨蜥和野猪都有机会遇到，但它们不会照着游客的时间表出现；把这里当成动物园，反而容易失望。它真正迷人的地方，是在不算大的范围里把雨林、海滩、悬崖、红树林和 kerangas 植被排在同一天里，只是天气闷热、蚊虫、泥路和船班也都是体验的一部分。 [image: 1779770950586-bako_panorama.jpg] 来源：Borneo mobilegrapher / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 从古晋市区出发，我会预留约一小时车程到 Kampung Bako 码头，再加船程和等候时间。带孩子或长辈，可以把总部附近和海岸一带安排成较轻松的散步；同行者体力好、又想走长线，才考虑留出几个小时给更长的步道。回程船班不要压线，抵达后先问清楚当天最后一班船，再决定走多远。 [image: 1779770951024-bako_trail.jpg] 来源：Orizan / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 公园开放安排、步道、保护区规定、入园费和船费可能因天气、维修或管理通知改变。网上常见的参考价是马来西亚成人/孩童 RM10/RM5、外国成人/孩童 RM20/RM7，但还要另算交通和船费，出发前不要把旧数字当成现场收费。建议带水、防晒、防蚊液和密封好的食物；猴子靠近时，背包和零食都要收好。大雨后或看到步道维修消息，更应该先查看 Sarawak Forestry Corporation 的公告与当天码头安排。 [image: 1779770951430-bako_mangrove.jpg] 来源：Wikimedia Commons 我会给 Bako 整整一天，不会把它塞进城市景点之间。喜欢自然变化、接受“今天未必看到动物”的旅人，会觉得这趟车程和船程很值得；只想轻松拍照、希望每一步都有完善设施的人，可能会觉得辛苦。早点出发，把时间交给潮汐、天气和回程船，反而比较舒服。

Semenggoh works best when the day has one clear purpose: leave Kuching early, arrive before a feeding session, and allow the forest to decide how much of the story you get. It is a rehabilitation centre, not a zoo with animals waiting beside a glass panel. The orangutans may come close, stay in the trees or remain out of sight, and that uncertainty is part of why the visit matters. [image: 1779765072509-orangutan_at_semenggoh_nature_reserve-resized.jpg] 来源：KelvinToh / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 For a first Kuching wildlife outing, I would choose the morning session when possible and arrive with enough time for registration, the walk and ranger instructions. Commonly published feeding windows are around 9:00–10:00am and 3:00–4:00pm, but the timetable and viewing arrangements can change. Rain, natural food in the forest, animal welfare decisions and maintenance can all mean fewer sightings. Anyone who needs a guaranteed close-up, loud entertainment or a quick indoor attraction may leave disappointed; patient families, photographers and travellers who care about conservation are the better match. [image: 1779765065001-orangutan-semenggoh.jpg] 来源：DIONYSIUS IVANDER / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 The centre is on Jalan Puncak Borneo, roughly 30 minutes from central Kuching by car in normal traffic. Parking is the simple option; e-hailing is possible for the outbound ride, but I would not depend on finding a return car immediately in a forest setting. Give the visit about two to three hours, then pair it with a nearby lunch or a slow drive towards Padawan rather than trying to stack several distant attractions around a fixed feeding time. [image: 1779765138009-a_swinging_orangutan_-26039522614.jpg] 来源：Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 Entry prices, visitor rules and session details are subject to the current Sarawak Forestry Corporation notice; older guides quote Malaysian adult/child tickets around RM10/RM5 and foreign adult/child tickets around RM20/RM10. Check the latest notice before setting out, and treat “open daily” listings as a starting point rather than proof that every viewing area or session is operating that day. Do not bring food to feed the animals, keep your distance, avoid flash, wear shoes with grip and bring mosquito repellent. If the centre posts a closure, repair or changed-session notice, let that update change the itinerary. [image: 1779765138298-orangutan_on_double_ropes_-26515290302.jpg] 来源：Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 I would choose Semenggoh over a rushed checklist when the goal is to understand why a semi-wild sanctuary feels different from a zoo. It is a strong half-day plan from Kuching, but not a promise of a perfect animal photograph. Arrive quietly, listen to the rangers, and leave the forest a little more important than the picture you hoped to take.

如果想从古晋安排一趟不太赶的野生动物行程，我会把 Semenggoh 放在早上：早点出发，在 feeding session 前抵达，剩下的时间交给雨林和人猿自己决定。这里不是隔着玻璃等动物走到镜头前的动物园；人猿可能来到附近、待在树上，也可能因为天气和森林里的天然食物而不露面，这种不确定正是半野生保护中心的意义。 [image: 1779765065001-orangutan-semenggoh.jpg] 来源：DIONYSIUS IVANDER / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 常见的喂食时段是上午 9:00–10:00、下午 3:00–4:00，但时段、观看安排和开放范围可能调整。下雨、森林里食物充足、动物福利安排或维修，都可能让当天看到的人猿比预期少。想要百分之百近距离合照、热闹表演或室内冷气行程的人，可能会觉得不过瘾；愿意安静等待、带孩子认识保育工作，或喜欢观察而不是打卡的人，会比较合适。 [image: 1779765072509-orangutan_at_semenggoh_nature_reserve-resized.jpg] 来源：KelvinToh / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 地点在 Jalan Puncak Borneo，从古晋市区正常车程约 30 分钟。自驾最省心；叫车去程可以，但回程不一定马上有车，我会预留弹性。现场建议留两到三小时，再接附近午餐或往 Padawan 方向慢慢走，不要把固定的喂食时间夹在几个相距很远的景点中间。 [image: 1779765138009-a_swinging_orangutan_-26039522614.jpg] 来源：Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 入场费、参观规则和 session 详情要以 Sarawak Forestry Corporation 最新公告为准；旧攻略常见的参考价是马来西亚成人/孩童约 RM10/RM5、外国成人/孩童约 RM20/RM10，不能保证就是当天收费。“每天开放”的旧资料也不代表每个观看区域或场次当天一定运行，出发前应再看官方通知。不要带食物喂动物，不要开闪光灯，和人猿保持距离，穿防滑鞋并带防蚊液。如果当天有关闭、维修或时段改变的消息，就让新安排取代原本行程。 [image: 1779765138298-orangutan_on_double_ropes_-26515290302.jpg] 来源：Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 我会把 Semenggoh 当成古晋半日行程里最值得放慢的一站，而不是保证拍到完美照片的地方。安静听管理员说明、把距离留给动物，离开时你记住的往往不只是某一张照片。

鲁勃安都边境今日凌晨破获一宗人口走私案，警方逮捕13人，包括2名孩童及一名本地男子。 [image: 1779757422939-lubok-antu-border.jpg] 武吉安曼普通行动部队（PGA）第10营情报组于凌晨3点30分左右，在鲁勃安都 Ensawang 一条非法通道展开突击行动。被捕者包括12名外籍人士（其中2人是孩童），以及一名27岁的本地男子，怀疑充当「陆路蛇头」（tekong darat）。 警方追踪两辆运载外籍人士的车辆。其中一辆四驱车由本地男子驾驶，另一辆轿车则由一名外籍司机驾驶，车上载有其他没有合法旅行证件的偷渡者。 执法人员当场扣押两辆车、一台舷外船用引擎，以及两台用于走私勾当的手机。 案件目前在《2007年反贩卖人口及反走私移民法令》（ATIPSOM）及《1959/63年移民法令》下展开调查。 砂拉越边境偷渡问题持续存在，走私集团不断利用非法通道避过检查站。 地点： 鲁勃安都—Badau 边境，砂拉越 新闻来源： DayakDaily 你觉得呢？

13 people including two children and a local man have been detained at the Lubok Antu-Badau border area after police busted a migrant smuggling operation early Monday morning. [image: 1779757422939-lubok-antu-border.jpg] The General Operations Force (PGA) Battalion 10 Sibu Intelligence Unit conducted the raid around 3:30am along an ungazetted route in Ensawang, Lubok Antu. Among those held were 12 foreign nationals — including two children — and a 27-year-old local man believed to be acting as a 'land skipper' (tekong darat). Police tracked two vehicles used to transport the foreign nationals. The local man was driving a four-wheel-drive, while a second sedan was driven by a foreign national carrying others without valid travel documents. Authorities seized two vehicles, an outboard boat engine, and two mobile phones linked to the smuggling operation. The case is being investigated under the Anti-Trafficking in Persons and Anti-Smuggling of Migrants Act (ATIPSOM) 2007 and the Immigration Act 1959/63. This latest operation highlights ongoing issues along Sarawak's border routes, where smugglers continue to use ungazetted pathways to bypass checkpoints. Location: Lubok Antu-Badau border, Sarawak Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

️ Permai Rainforest Resort — Kuching’s Beach-and-Rainforest Reset When a Kuching weekend starts to feel too full, Permai makes sense as a deliberate change of pace: leave the city, follow the road towards Santubong, and trade traffic for rainforest at the shoreline. The resort is about 35 km from central Kuching, beside Sarawak Cultural Village and Damai Central, so I would plan it as a half-day escape or an overnight stay rather than a quick city attraction. [image: 1779691320675-permai_treehouse.jpg] Treehouse exterior, nestled by the coastline (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) The appeal is the setting, not polished luxury. Treehouses, cabins, villas and camping give different versions of the same idea: sleep close to the forest, keep the sea nearby, and accept that rustic surroundings come with more wildlife, uneven ground and fewer conveniences than a city hotel. Couples and families who want outdoor time will have more to do here than visitors looking for a resort pool, nightlife or a tightly scheduled sightseeing programme. [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) I would choose the room around the itinerary. A villa is the easier fit for a family or group; a treehouse is the memorable choice if the point is to wake up surrounded by greenery; camping only works if everyone is comfortable bringing the basics and using shared facilities. Room rates and activity charges change by date and package, so treat old price figures online as a rough guide and confirm the current booking total directly before paying. The day can stay simple. The resort lists self-guided nature walks, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, beach activities and boat outings, with options that include mangrove trips, crocodile watching and dolphin watching. Some are weather- and tide-dependent, and not every activity runs every day. I would reserve the water activity that matters most, then leave room for the beach or a short forest walk instead of assuming the full list is available on arrival. [image: 1779691321029-permai_pool.jpg] Jungle pool and rainforest surroundings (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) The jungle pool and trails suit travellers who enjoy a little effort and a cooler swim; they may disappoint anyone expecting a manicured attraction with flat paths throughout. Mount Santubong is a separate serious undertaking, not a casual add-on to a resort stay. If that climb is your goal, check trail conditions and start early rather than treating it as another item between breakfast and kayaking. [image: 1779691321904-permai_fb_photo.jpg] Kayaking at Permai (Source: FB user 可爱胖的玛丽, Borneo Travellers Group) Driving is the sensible option because the resort sits outside the city and the nearby attractions are spread out. A car also makes it easier to combine Permai with Sarawak Cultural Village or Damai Central. E-hailing may get you there, but the return trip and late-night flexibility need planning; parking is available for guests, while day visitors should confirm where to leave a vehicle and whether an activity booking is required for access. For timing, I would give a day visitor at least four to six hours, and an overnight guest one or two nights. The official resort site is currently presenting accommodation and activities, but it does not replace a same-day confirmation of check-in, restaurant service, activity departures, beach access or temporary closures. Heavy rain, rough sea conditions, maintenance or private events can change the plan quickly. [image: 1779691322225-permai_campsite.jpg] Campsite area — bring your own tent (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) Permai is worth the drive when you want the landscape to be the main event and are happy to slow down. It is a weaker choice for a short, comfort-first Kuching itinerary, especially if you need guaranteed activities or hotel-style convenience. I would arrive before sunset, settle into the forest rhythm, and keep the next morning unhurried.