MY · Sarawak · 2.03°N 109.64°E

tanjung datu

Remote park at Sarawak's far western tip, with clear water and turtle beaches.

Best time
Roughly March to October, when seas are calmer and boats can run. In the northeast monsoon, around November to February, crossings may be cancelled.
How long
2 days, 1 night
Getting there
Fly from KL to Kuching (about 1 hour 45 minutes), then drive about 2 hours to Sematan. From there, take a boat along the coast, or drive the road to Telok Melano village and go on with a local guide.
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Dear group chat,Remote park at Sarawak's far western tip, with clear water and turtle beaches.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingTanjung DatuMY, Sarawak
KLtanjung datu
≈ 892 km from KL, as the crow flies

A small, remote national park at the westernmost tip of Sarawak, right on the Indonesian border. It's forest running down to sandy beaches and reefs, with very basic facilities, so it suits people who don't mind roughing it a bit.

Things to do

  1. SnorkellingClear water and coral close to shore when the sea is calm.Map ↗
  2. The beachesQuiet sandy coves backed by forest, some used by nesting turtles.Map ↗
  3. Jungle trailsShort trails through mixed forest along the headland.Map ↗
  4. Telok MelanoThe fishing village next to the park has homestays and local guides who know the area.Map ↗

Good to know

  • Facilities are basic. Bring food, water, snorkel gear and a torch.
  • Check with Sarawak Forestry or a Telok Melano guide about access and boats before you go.
  • The park sits on the Indonesian border. Stay on the marked trails.

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