Bako Natonal Park and Mulu Caves, SarawakSarawak Adventure

Sarawak's Bako National Park and Mulu Caves

This activity trip takes in the highlights of Sarawak’s wildlife and stunning natural landscapes. See the sights of cultural Kuching, see semi-wild orangutans in the Semenggoh Rehabilitation centre and set off kayaking through a craggy jungle ravine before staying overnight in the wildlife hotspot of Bako National Park. 

From here transfer to the World Heritage Site of Mulu National Park to explore some of largest caves on earth and trek through pristine primary rainforest. There is an optional additional climb of Gunung Mulu which is a very adventurous trek that rewards the hiker with beautiful views over the rainforest of Sarawak.

Bako National Park

A birders paradise, this park is on the peninsula slightly north of Kuching and although it is not a big park there is a wealth of wildlife to see and many beautiful trails to discover. Encircled by bays and coves and beaches, there is a huge variety of vegetation at Bako and visitors are almost certain to see wildlife like long tailed macaque monkeys, silver leaf monkeys, wild boar and proboscis monkey. 

Bird species commonly seen include the Rufous-backed Kingfisher, Ruddy Kingfisher, Stork-billed Kingfisher, Red-crowned Barbet, Brown Barbet, White-bellied Woodpecker, Black-&-Red Broadbill, Asian Fairy Bluebird, Mangrove Blue Flycatcher, Velvet-fronted Nuthatch, Abbott’s Babbler, White-chested Babbler, Sunda Scops Owl, Oriental Bay Owl and Buffy Fish Owl. 

Mount Mulu National Park

Flying into this park from Kuching, brings the visitor to a special world of waterways and enormous caves which you can visit by boat. Some are show caves, some are adventure caves and they all have their own personality and attractions, including the famous bat exodus every day from the huge Deer Cave. It is a special place to visit, relatively recently discovered and an opportunity to also enjoy kayaking along the quiet rivers which are like green tunnels, and if you are quiet and still, to see and hear the wildlife appear all around you. 

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We can arrange climbs to the rewarding Mount Mulu in Mulu National Park. At 2376m, this climb will be a great introduction to trekking and climbing in Borneo and is especially memorable for the virgin rainforest views, prolific orchid and pitcher plant diversity, and spectacular summit views. It is quite a tough treks that Borneo has to offer and adds a four days to your trip. 

 Sarawak Mulu Caves Itinerary

Borneo packing list - Here is a comprehensive look at what kind of kit you need for your jungle adventure. 

BORNEO ADD-ON TRIPS

Before or after your trip there are also a number of optional Add-on trips / activities, or hotels that you may like to take advantage of to extend your holiday, or just to cover accommodation before or after joining us. Some of the options are shortened versions of some of our main Borneo trips, others are adventure or relaxng wind downs in their own right. These can be found on the 'More Information' tab on this trip page and the options include:

• A 3D2N ascent of Mount Kinabalu.
• 4D3N trek / climb of Mount Mulu, which is one of Borneo’s toughest - harder and more adventurous than Mt Kinabalu.
• 3D2N visit to some luxury in the Kawag Nature Lodge in Danum Conservation Area for relaxation and wildlife viewing. 
• A visit to the tropical islands off the coast of Sandakan including glamping on Turtle Island or Libaran (or a bespoke diving trip to Sipadan Island).
• 2D2N visit to the Hibiscus Beach Resort, which is a stunning and idyllic boutique beach chalet set in a secluded cove on the Kudat peninsula on the northern tip of Borneo.
• 3D2N Big Fin Beach resort for snorkelling, diving, paddle boarding or relaxing at this private and secluded beach resort, just off the coast of Kota Belud, near Kota Kinabalu.
• 3D2N add-on trip to the Danum Valley Conservation Area, staying at the Danum Valley Field Centre, with guided treks through primary rainforest.
• 4D3N trek into the interior of Sarawak to live with the last nomadic tribe in Borneo, the Penan.
• 4D3N add-on with visits to the Sepilok Orangutan Centre and the Kinabatangan River for stunning wildlife safaris.
• 3D2N treat with a night at the prestigious and award-winning Borneo Rainforest Lodge in Danum Valley Reserve.
• Additional nights accommodation in Kota Kinabalu or for sightseeing and visiting the islands, staying in the Hotel Sixty 3.

Why Choose Adventure Alternative?

• We have our own company, offices and very experienced western and local staff based in Borneo so we never outsource to other companies. They have years of experience living, working and travelling in Borneo, exploring its attractions, managing logistics in-country and looking after visitors. 
  
  
• Our staff spend time researching new locations and activities to ensure that you will visit the most exciting and adventurous destinations, far from any hordes of other travellers. Our trips are unique and often we are the only company visiting some of our more remote wildlife and trekking areas.

• Adventure Alternative have responsible and fair methods of working and employment embedded within the company ethos. This extends throughout all aspects of the operation and is not a gimmicky add-on marketing tool.
  
  
• Adventure Alternative are fully bonded so your trip fees are protected.