MY · Sarawak · 4.76°N 115.01°E

limbang

Border town tucked between the two halves of Brunei, a hop from Bandar Seri Begawan.

Best time
Any time of year. It's wettest from around November to February.
How long
1–2 days
Getting there
Fly from KL to Miri (about 2 hours 15 minutes) and take a short connecting flight to Limbang. By road from Miri it's about 4–5 hours through Brunei, with border checks along the way.
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MY · Sarawaklimbang4.76°N 115.01°Egowherelah.com
Dear group chat,Border town tucked between the two halves of Brunei, a hop from Bandar Seri Begawan.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingLimbangMY, Sarawak
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≈ 1,488 km from KL, as the crow flies
Limbang Regional Museum

Photo: Jacob Mojiwat from Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia · CC BY 2.0

Photos: Wikimedia Commons, credited on each.

A river town in northern Sarawak that sits between the two halves of Brunei. It's a quiet place with a small museum in an old fort, a busy market and easy access across to Brunei's capital.

Makan

  1. AmbuyatSticky sago starch twirled on bamboo forks and dipped in sour sauces, a dish shared with neighbouring Brunei.Map ↗

Things to do

  1. Limbang Regional MuseumSet in a rebuilt Brooke-era fort on a hill above the river, with displays on local crafts and history.Map ↗
  2. The riverfrontWatch the boats come and go on the Limbang River.Map ↗
  3. The marketLocal farmers bring jungle produce, fish and fruit into town.Map ↗
  4. Day trip to Bandar Seri BegawanBrunei's capital is a short boat ride or drive away, with its mosques and water village.Map ↗

Good to know

  • Bring your passport. Driving in from Miri or heading into Brunei means border crossings.
  • If you're driving, your car needs insurance that covers Brunei.
  • Brunei doesn't sell alcohol and dress is conservative, especially at mosques.

Last checked October 2026. Things change, so check opening times, fees and transport before you go.