2026 guide ยท Sarawak
Last updated 31 October 2026 ยท 8 places
โก Quick answer ยท Last updated 31 October 2026
Top picks in Kuching: Borneo Cultures Museum (Museums), Bako National Park (National Parks & Rainforest) and Bako National Park (Telok Pandan Kecil) (Hiking Trails).
๐๏ธ Museums ยท Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, Kuching, Sarawak
Sarawak's grand new museum, a huge modern building that tells the stories of Borneo's many peoples through 8 galleries of artefacts, textiles and natural history. It is one of the largest museums in Southeast Asia and a must on any Kuching trip.
Don't miss: The Gallery of Many Voices and the longhouse and ritual displays
๐ณ National Parks & Rainforest ยท Bako, Kuching, Sarawak
Sarawak's oldest national park: proboscis monkeys, bearded pigs and sea stacks on a short boat ride from Bako Village. Trails range from beach strolls to 5-hour treks.
Don't miss: Proboscis monkeys at Telok Assam and Telok Paku sunsets
๐ฅพ Hiking Trails ยท Bako, Kuching, Sarawak
Rugged coastal trails with proboscis monkeys and cliff views.
Don't miss: Telok Pandan Kecil beach
๐๏ธ Beaches ยท Damai, Kuching, Sarawak
A pleasant beach on the Santubong peninsula backed by green rainforest hills, with resort cafes and a lovely sunset towards the South China Sea. Close enough to Kuching for an easy day trip.
Don't miss: Sunset with Mount Santubong in the background
๐ฎ Night Markets ยท Medan Niaga Satok, Kuching, Sarawak
A big Kuching weekend market with local produce, jungle ferns, handicrafts and Sarawak snacks, starting in the afternoon on Saturday and running into Sunday.
Don't miss: Midin ferns and Sarawak layer cake
๐ฆ Waterfalls ยท Matang, Kuching, Sarawak
A forested waterfall inside Kubah National Park, reached on a short trail with frogs, palms and ferns on the way. It's an easy nature outing from Kuching.
Don't miss: The cool pool at the base of the fall
๐๏ธ Boutique Hotels ยท Main Bazaar, Kuching, Sarawak
Colonial-style boutique suites in central Kuching, close to the waterfront. A friendly base for the city and Bako day trips.
Don't miss: Waterfront stroll at dusk
โ ๏ธ Not yet re-verified for 2026. Check fees, hours and that it is open before you go.
โบ Glamping & Campsites ยท Kampung Sapit, Kuching, Sarawak
Glamping in the jungle with fruit trees and friendly hosts, closer to glamping than rough camping. A proper kampung stay outside Kuching.
Don't miss: Jungle glamping and local fruit
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