Bako National Park
Bako National Park [1]] on the island of Borneo, is in Sarawak, a state in East Malaysia, and is home to the bizarre, obscene-nosed proboscis monkey. It is well worth a visit if you are in the area.
Culture and History
History
Landscape
Flora and fauna
Its beautifully dense rainforests and stunning beaches are home to many flora and fauna including the rare proboscis monkey. Try and spot them during low tide as they forrage in the exposed Mangrove tree swamps. There are 16 color-coded jungle trails as well as lodges for overnight stays - which you have to book early. On the high ground, look out for pitcher plants. And beware of the monkeys, they are very clever and compulsive thieves!
Climate
Travel to Bako_National_Park, visa requirements
A bus ride from Kuching to Bako Market takes about 45 minutes. From there, it's a 30-minute boat ride (RM 80 return for the whole boat) along the river estuary to the park headquarters. Tell your boatman what time you plan to return to Kuching, and he'll wait for you at the dock.
Fees/Permits
Get around
Bako_National_Park attractions and sightseeing
A wide range of animal, bird and plant life including the Proboscis monkey which come to the mangrove swamp to feed early evening.
City tours
Walks radiate from the centre offering a variety of severity in the heat and humidity and provide access to the habitats of the wide range of animal, bird and plant life in the park.
Shopping, Bako_National_Park souvenirs
Good restaurants and cheap meals
There is a local cafeteria that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner for about MYR$5.00-7.00. There are no cooking facilities within the lodges.
Bako_National_Park nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs.
The cafeteria has a variety of drinks including beer and soda.
Hotels, youth hostels, lodging
Lodging
At the National park headquarters where there are bungalows for hire as a couple of nights stay are recommended if you have the time.
Camping
Backcountry
Stay safe
Saltwater crocodiles (Crocodylus porosus) may be found near river mouths and in mangrove swamps.
Get out
Also try to visit the Sepilok Orang-utan sanctuary, and help preserve these amazing creatures by supportying the wonderful efforts being made there to re-introduce abandoned and orphaned Orang-utans back into their natural habit. Make sure to check opening times and bus connections prior to visiting.
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