The Malaysia Traveller Blog

This website is different from many other travel websites because I will only write about places that I have personally visited and tried out myself.

That means I have to be constantly travelling around this beautiful country of Malaysia, scouring every corner for hidden travel gems.

It's a tough job but somebody has to do it!

Whatever I discover I will let you know by expanding this website. Stay informed by reading this blog for updates.

Sep 03, 2026

Sematan Beach and Sematan Village, Lundu, Sarawak

shophouses along side the waterfront

Sematan Beach and Sematan Village is an attractive coastal area within easy reach of Kuching. Here is what you can expect.

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Sep 01, 2026

Gunung Gading National Park - Rafflesia, Waterfalls and Hiking

Park Headquarters

Enjoy a hike at the pristine Gunung Gading National Park and maybe catch a glimpse of its star attraction, the rare Rafflesia flower in bloom.

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Aug 13, 2026

Siar Beach - Beautiful Beach Near Lundu, Sarawak

Siar Beach at low tide

The width of Siar Beach varies enormously between high and low tides meaning you have to walk a long way to reach the sea at low tide.

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Aug 11, 2026

Pantai Pandan - Popular Beach Near Lundu, Sarawak

sandy beach with boulders

Pantai Pandan is a gorgeous sandy beach about 600 metres long, with rocky outcrops at each end. Great for families and couples.

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Aug 11, 2026

Mount Kuwai Hike & Retreat Stay, Sematan, Sarawak

view at the summit of Mt Kuwai

Try the Mount Kuwai Hike and traditional retreat stay to reconnect with nature and enjoy a fabulous coastal view over Telok Melano. See my review.

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Aug 08, 2026

Telok Melano Beach - One of the Best Beaches in Sarawak

letters spelling out the name Telok Melano

Telok Melano Beach is a beautiful beach at the far western tip of Sarawak. It is also the jumping-off point for Tanjung Datu National Park. Find details here.

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Jul 31, 2026

Kuching Civic Centre - Dewan Suarah Negeri Kuching

view showing the new golden roof on Kuching Civic Centre

Kuching Civic Centre has an impressive new roof but is still not fully reopened.

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Jul 26, 2026

Gunung Mulu National Park - Sarawak's Top Natural Attraction

Looking from inside Lang Cave to the mouth

Read practical advice on visiting Gunung Mulu National Park and the typical Mulu Caves Package.

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Jul 21, 2026

Piasau Nature Reserve, Miri, Sarawak

park entrance and admin block

At Piasau Nature Reserve you can enjoy a jungle and beach hike and maybe catch a glimpse of their resident hornbills.

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Jul 20, 2026

Things to See In Bintulu, Sarawak

view of Bintulu cityscape

What are the things to see in Bintulu? Find details here.

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Jul 20, 2026

Taman Tumbina Zoo, Bintulu

Taman Tumbina Bintulu sign

Taman Tumbina Zoo is one of Bintulu's main tourist attractions. Read details and review here.

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Jul 19, 2026

Yu Lung San Tian En Temple, Near Sibu, Sarawak

ornate chinese gateway

Yu Lung San Tian En Temple is one of the largest and most impressive Chinese temple complexes in Malaysia. Details and photos here.

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Jul 18, 2026

Things to See In Kapit, Sarawak

exterior of wooden fort sylvia

What are the things to see in Kapit? Is it worth making the 3 hour drive from Sibu? Read details here.

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Jul 17, 2026

Bung Siburan Hike, Kampung Sentah, Siburan, Sarawak

view from the summit of Bung Siburan

Looking for an invigorating trail within easy reach of Kuching? The Bung Siburan hike is a good choice. Details here.

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Jul 16, 2026

Fort Emma Kanowit

entrance to fort emma

Fort Emma Kanowit is a 19th century wooden fort converted into a museum in the small town of Kanowit.

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Jul 15, 2026

Things to See In Sibu, Sarawak

Things to See In Sibu

What are the things to see in Sibu? Markets, parks, temples, museums, monuments and more. Read about them here.

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Jul 14, 2026

Kutien Memorial Park - Sibu, Sarawak

pagoda

Kutien Memorial Park is an attractive urban park in Sibu with walking/jogging paths, outdoor gym equipment, a large lotus pond and an imposing granite pagoda and other structures.

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Jul 13, 2026

Tua Pek Kong Temple Sibu, Sarawak

Beautifully decorated temple and pagoda.

Tua Pek Kong Temple Sibu is one of the most notable landmarks in Sibu thanks to its striking 7-storey pagoda.

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Jul 12, 2026

Lau King Howe Hospital Memorial Museum, Sibu, Sarawak

museum with lotus pond

Lau King Howe Hospital Memorial Museum is a tribute to this cherished former hospital and the revered gentleman behind its establishment.

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Jul 10, 2026

Sibu Heritage Centre, Sibu, Sarawak

two story circular building

At Sibu Heritage Centre you can learn about the history of Sibu, its varied ethnicities, customs, economy and more.

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Jul 09, 2026

Bukit Lima Nature Reserve - Sibu, Sarawak

Signage for Bukit Lima Forest Reserve

Bukit Lima Nature Reserve is a large area of peat swamp forest on the fringe of Sibu city and a great place for a walk in the fresh air.

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Jul 07, 2026

Things to See In Sarikei, Sarawak

Japanese looking civic centre building

What are the things to see in Sarikei? Not a lot is the short answer. Here is my selection of the town's attractions.

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Jul 06, 2026

Fort Lili Heritage Museum, Betong, Sarawak

white walled timber fort with shingle roof

Fort Lili Heritage Museum occupies an historic fort dating back to 1858. The interior is a bit sparse at the time of writing.

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Jul 05, 2026

Things to See In Simanggang (Sri Aman), Sarawak

fort alice

What are the things to see in Simanggang? Being about half way between Kuching and Sibu the town is a convenient pitstop for travellers between those two cities. Is it worth staying longer?

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Jul 04, 2026

Sri Aman Heritage Museum Fort Alice

white wooden fort

Sri Aman Heritage Museum Fort Alice (Kubu Alice in Malay) is a heritage museum in Simanggang, Sarawak.Completed in 1864, the fort underwent a major restoration and reopened as a museum in 2015.

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Jul 03, 2026

Things to See In Pontianak, West Kalimantan, Indonesia

dayak mask and carving

What are the things to see in Pontianak? This city in Indonesian Borneo is not a popular tourist destination but there are enough attractions for a short stay.

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AUTHOR BIO

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David (the one on the left) is the writer behind Malaysia Traveller, sharing first-hand travel advice from over five decades of living and travelling across Asia and the Middle East. Based in Malaysia since 2009 and now in Kuching, he has published over 790 pages on this website, personally visited every place he covers, and uses only his own photos. Readers can learn more on his About Me page. He also shares updates on Facebook and YouTube. He loves uncovering overlooked places that even some Malaysians have never visited.