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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.
May 01, 2026
MBKS Park - Lots to See and Do Here
MBKS Park is a nice place to walk, exercise or take pre-wedding photos in the heart of Kuching.
Apr 27, 2026
Pitcher Plant Garden Kuching - Padawan, Sarawak
At Pitcher Plant Garden Kuching you can find multiple species of these fascinating carnivorous plants without leaving the Greater Kuching urban area.
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Apr 26, 2026
Tokong Fuk Teck Kung Beliong, Asajaya, Sarawak
You have to cross a river by boat to reach Tokong Fuk Teck Kung Beliong, a striking Buddhist temple complex. A great day out from Kuching.
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Apr 22, 2026
Pasir Panjang Beach - Kuching
Pasir Panjang Beach is a beautiful stretch of sandy coastline within easy reach of Kuching. Pity about the crocodiles!
Apr 21, 2026
Mausoleum of Sultan Tengah - Makam Sultan Tengah
When visiting the Santubong area near Kuching you should stop off at the Mausoleum of Sultan Tengah and see the final resting place of Sarawak's first and last Sultan.
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Apr 18, 2026
Sarawak State Library and Park - Pustaka Negeri Sarawak
Sarawak State Library is a great place for the whole family with a grandiose library building set in spacious park-like surroundings.
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Apr 16, 2026
Matang Wildlife Centre - Otangutans and Sun Bears
You are guaranteed to see orangutans at Matang Wildlife Centre where rescued animals are rehabilitated before being released.
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Apr 13, 2026
Sarawak Botanical Garden - Taman Botani Sarawak
Sarawak Botanical Garden is a good family destination for exercise and fresh air in the heart of Kuching.
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Apr 04, 2026
Paku Rock Maze Garden - It's Unique!
At Paku Rock Maze Garden you can wander through a natural maze of unusually shaped rocks. Worth dropping by.
Mar 31, 2026
Visit Kuching Buddhist Society Village, Near Siniawan
You don't have to be Buddhist to enjoy a trip to Kuching Buddhist Society Village with its impressive pagoda and scenic gardens.
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Mar 25, 2026
Sri Maha Mariamman Temple Hike - Mount Matang
The Sri Maha Mariamman Temple Hike is an enjoyable 3km each way hill walk on a safe, tarmac surface with an attractive Hindu temple at the top.
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Mar 23, 2026
Bung Jagoi Heritage Centre Hike
The Bung Jagoi Heritage Centre Hike is a great activity for invigorating exercise and excellent views from the summit.
Mar 21, 2026
Sarawak Events Calendar 2026 - Major Events & Festivals This Year
See this Sarawak Events Calendar 2026 to find out what's going on in Sarawak month by month.
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Mar 19, 2026
Bao Ling Shan Cave Temple - Drop In For A Quick Visit
Bao Ling Shan Cave Temple is no match for Ipoh's cave temples but it is worth taking a look if you are passing.
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Mar 16, 2026
Visit Serikin Weekend Street Market For A Taste of Indonesia
At Serikin Weekend Street Market, located on the border with Kalimantan, you can buy various products from Indonesia and Sarawak at reasonable prices.
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Mar 15, 2026
Santubong Archaeological Park - Three Attractions In One
Santubong Archaeological Park is a collection of three historical sites in and around Kampung Santubong. Here you can see rock carvings, the Wallace Centre and a Hindu-Buddhist archaeological site.
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Mar 13, 2026
Sarawak Islamic Heritage Museum, Kuching
Sarawak Islamic Heritage Museum is a good place for both Muslims and non-Muslims to learn about the rich history and way of life of Muslims in Sarawak and beyond.
Mar 11, 2026
Kampung Buntal - Relaxing Fishing Village
Kampung Buntal is a well known destination for Kuching foodies to enjoy fresh seafood at reasonable prices.
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Mar 10, 2026
Bako National Park - A True Borneo Adventure
Bako National Park is probably the best place in Malaysia to see wildlife in an unspoilt rainforest environment and should not be missed by any visitor to Kuching, Sarawak. Full details here.
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Mar 08, 2026
Borneo Happy Farm - Worth A Visit, Especially With Kids
Borneo Happy Farm is an eco-tourism attraction with farm animals and more exotic species spread out over a 70 acre site about a 40 minute drive from downtown Kuching.
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Jul 02, 2025
Trombol Beach - Idyllic Beach Close to Kuching
Trombol Beach is certainly beautiful but few people swim there. Is it due to crocodiles? Read more.
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Jun 28, 2025
MinNature - Largest Indoor Miniature Exhibition In Asia
Bring the kids to MinNature Malaysia in Bukit Bintang to experience a fun, magical and educational world in miniature.
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Jun 25, 2025
Muara Tebas - Seafood, Temple & Views Near Kuching
Muara Tebas is a popular place for day-trippers from Kuching due to its colourful temple and reasonably priced seafood restaurants.
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Jun 24, 2025
Jongs Crocodile Farm and Zoo
Jongs Crocodile Farm and Zoo is the largest and first captive breeding crocodile farm in Malaysia. See review.
Jun 23, 2025
Sama Jaya Nature Reserve - Rizab Semuljadi Sama Jaya
Sama Jaya Nature Reserve is the oldest urban forest park in Sarawak and acts as a 'green lung' for the fast-expanding city of Kuching which surrounds it.
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Jun 22, 2025
Kampung Telaga Air - Fishing Village Near Kuching
Kampung Telaga Air is a good place to take wildlife watching boat tours at a reasonable price. Find details here.
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Jun 04, 2025
Chinese Heritage Museum Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
The Chinese Heritage Museum Kuching is a small museum focusing on the history of Chinese immigration into Borneo and the major role of their descendants in modern-day Sarawak
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Mar 31, 2025
Batu Bersurat Pangkor Island - It's Not A Tiger, It's A Lion
Historians widely believe that Batu Bersurat Pangkor Island is a rock inscribed with a tiger mauling a boy. They are all wrong. Find out what it actually portrays.
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Mar 26, 2025
Top Labuan Attractions - Best Things To Do In Labuan
The small island of Labuan may not be one of Malaysia’s tourist hotspots but it still has a certain charm. Here are my favourite top Labuan attractions.
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Mar 26, 2025
Top Klang Attractions - What to see in Klang, Selangor
There is more to see in Klang than you might think. Take a look at my list of 26 Top Klang Attractions together with accurate location map.
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Mar 26, 2025
Top KL Attractions - 10 Best Things To Do In Kuala Lumpur
Want to know what to see in Kuala Lumpur? Here is my list of the top KL attractions.
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Mar 20, 2025
Tanjung Sepat Attractions - Location Map & Details
Tanjung Sepat is a pleasant, small seaside town with a few attractions and places to eat for a day-trip or weekend stay from KL.
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Mar 06, 2025
Top Melaka Attractions - Here are my recommendations.
What are the top Melaka attractions? This small state has the historic city of Malacca, museums, theme parks, outdoor activities, and so much more.
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Mar 06, 2025
Hiking Trails Near KL - Top 10 Best Hikes In & Around Kuala Lumpur
Here are my favourite Top 10 Hiking Trails Near KL with detailed reviews, location maps, photos and tips. Experience the jungle close to the city.
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Feb 15, 2025
Dataran Ibu Pertiwi - South East Asia's Tallest Flagpole, Kuching
Dataran Ibu Pertiwi or Motherland Square contains a 99 metre flagpole proudly flying the Sarawak state flag.
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Feb 08, 2025
The Brooke Gallery @ Fort Margherita, Kuching, Malaysia
The Brooke Gallery tells the story of how an English adventurer, James Brooke and his successors, the so-called White Rajahs, managed to establish, expand and maintain a kingdom in Sarawak.
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Feb 05, 2025
Shipwrecks Near Malaysia - Sunken Treasures
There are numerous shipwrecks near Malaysia, some already salvaged and others still waiting to be discovered. Here are details of some of the more famous ones.
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David is the writer behind Malaysia Traveller, sharing firsthand travel advice from over five decades of travel across Asia and the Middle East. Based in Malaysia since 2009 and now in Kuching, he has published 700+ pages, 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 even many Malaysians have never visited.
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MBKS Park - Lots to See and Do Here
May 01, 26 03:11 AM
MBKS Park is a nice place to walk, exercise or take pre-wedding photos in the heart of Kuching. -
Pitcher Plant Garden Kuching - Padawan, Sarawak
Apr 27, 26 03:27 AM
At Pitcher Plant Garden Kuching you can find multiple species of these fascinating carnivorous plants without leaving the Greater Kuching urban area. -
Tokong Fuk Teck Kung Beliong, Asajaya, Sarawak
Apr 26, 26 12:51 AM
You have to cross a river by boat to reach Tokong Fuk Teck Kung Beliong, a striking Buddhist temple complex. A great day out from Kuching.
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