Similajau National Park

Similajau National Park is a coastal park near Bintulu in central Sarawak. It protects a 30-km stretch of coastline with golden sandy beaches and rocky headlands. The park is known for sea turtle nesting (May–September), coastal jungle trails, and wildlife including proboscis monkeys, silver-leaf monkeys, long-tailed macaques, hornbills, and saltwater crocodiles in the river estuaries. The main activity is hiking the coastal trail.

By Plane

Kuching International Airport (KCH) or Miri Airport (MYY) depending on location.

By Train

No train.

By Car / Road

Accessible via the Pan Borneo Highway and park access roads.

Walking on park trails. A guide is recommended for longer hikes. Private transport to the park entrance is necessary.

Rainforest trails, waterfalls, wildlife viewing, and birdwatching.

Hiking, swimming in waterfalls, wildlife photography, birdwatching, and guided nature walks.

Park canteen (simple food, RM 4–7). Bring food and water for longer treks.

Bottled water (essential), teh tarik at the canteen.

Park hostels and chalets. Book through the National Parks office (RM 30–160/night).

Park HQ gift shop and local markets in the nearest town.

Kuching, Miri, or the nearest Sarawak town to Similajau National Park.