Set on the Kuching district in Malaysia, Kubah National Park is one of the most enchanting wonders you’ll find in this stunning Asian country. If you have a deep appreciation for nature and you like doing physical outdoor activities, you should add Kubah National Park to your long adventure bucket list. Aside from its lush forested landscape, this paradise houses majestic falls where you can swim in freshwaters while marveling at the beauty of nature and indulging in its delightful tranquil ambiance. Bathing pools, as well as streams, are also present in this piece of heaven on earth. Plus, it is a fantastic place to witness wildlife in their natural habitat, and come across 93 species of plants and flora. For tourists who want to explore this natural wonder in Malaysia, here is a guide to Kubah National Park. Feel free to browse below.
Things to do / Highlights
Surely, Kubah National Park is a holiday destination for outdoorsy tourists with a deep appreciation for nature. If you consider yourself this kind of wanderer, you might be interested in learning about which safest picturesque trails to take while in the natural park, how deep in the forest the waterfalls are, and where can you stay if you want to spend a night.
Matang Wildlife Centre
All trails in Kubah National Park start from a headquarter in Serapi Road. From there, you need to trek a 3.8 km (2.36 mi) route until you arrive at Matang Wildlife Centre. A trip to the main destination will provide guests with scenic views of the forest, where there is an abundance of wildlife and gorgeous flora, including marvelous bintangor trees.
Waterfalls
One of the highlights at Kubah National Park is its enchanting waterfalls. If you want to get there, you should take a journey on Waterfall Trail, which is an hour and 30 minutes’ adventure. The hike through the falls is satisfying as you will see picturesque sceneries and wildlife in their natural habitat, and you can climb fruit-bearing trees, like durian, for food. Once you arrive at the falls, you will be captivated by the number of sections it features and the delightfully refreshing waters at the bottom.
Accommodations
Adventure seekers can opt to book accommodations at Park Headquarters. It showcases five fully equipped chalets that are available for rent that houses two bedrooms, each. Also, resthouses and a hostel with comfortable beds are additional options. If you want to stay in Matang Wildlife Centre, you can avail any of its eight rooms with hostel-like features.
Travelers tips
If you hope for a hassle-free adventure experience, here are some things you have to keep in mind:
Make friend with other hikers
Whether you are traveling in a group or you’re a solo wanderer, it is a wonderful thing to make friends with other adventurers at the park. You can share hiking tips and tricks and even borrow some essential items that you might have forgotten to bring before the trip. Plus, you can always tell adventure stories about places they’ve never been to, and vice versa.
Check the website for park info
Well, it’s a good thing that Kubah National Park has an informative website where you can learn all about it. Before you go to the site, make sure to create an itinerary that goes well with the park’s opening hours. Lucky for you, the park is open every day, including holidays.
How to get tickets (from USD 82.0)
Nowadays, it’s easier to book tickets to almost every destination you want to go to. With the presence of online booking, everything can be done with the touch of a button. To book a ticket to Kubah National Park, here’s a guide that you may refer to:
Park tickets
For your information, here are the regular ticket prices and entrance fees for Kubah National Park. You can also book online through this link.
Children's entrance fee
Children aged below six years old, whether they are locals or tourists, do not need to pay any entrance fee.
Book a tour package from Viator
For a more hassle-free transport and well-planned tour itinerary, take advantage of this tour package from Viator.
Night Frogs Tour at Kubah National Park
Duration: 4 hours
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How to get there
Here is a list of possible ways to go to Kubah National Park once you’ve arrived in Kuching.
Take the local bus
For an affordable way to go to Kubah National Park, you can take a bus from the Polytechnic Kuching. It will take you a 12 km (7.45 mi) trip to get there. Be sure to take the one with the #21A sign, as it is the one heading to Kubah National Park. You wouldn’t want to get lost. Also, be sure to arrive early as the buses are not accurate on their departure schedules.
Hitch a ride
Hitching a ride is a popular custom in Malaysia, and you can do it as well if you run out of options to get to Kubah National Park.
Kubah National Park information
Kubah National Park
Address: 93050 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Website: Kubah National Park
Tourism board: Visit Sarawak
Opening hours: 8am - 5pm (daily)
Price: From 1 USD
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