MY · Sarawak · 4.39°N 113.99°E

miri

Oil town with reefs offshore, Canada Hill sunsets and flights into Mulu.

Best time
Any time of year; the wettest months are roughly November to February. For diving, seas are usually calmer from about March to October.
How long
2 days, 1 night
Getting there
Direct flights from KL take about 2 hours 15 minutes, and Kuching is about an hour's flight away. The Brunei border is about 40 minutes' drive north.
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MY · Sarawakmiri4.39°N 113.99°Egowherelah.com
Dear group chat,Oil town with reefs offshore, Canada Hill sunsets and flights into Mulu.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingMiriMY, Sarawak
KLmiri
≈ 1,372 km from KL, as the crow flies
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Sarawak's second city grew up around Malaysia's first oil well, drilled on Canada Hill in 1910. It's a relaxed coastal city with reefs offshore, national parks within an hour and flights into Mulu, and Brunei is just up the road.

Makan

  1. Sarawak laksaA spicy, sour sambal broth with prawns, chicken and strips of omelette. A breakfast staple.Map ↗
  2. Kolo meeSpringy dry noodles with char siu and minced meat, Sarawak style.Map ↗
  3. MidinA crunchy jungle fern, stir-fried with garlic or belacan.Map ↗
  4. UmaiMelanau-style raw fish cured with lime, chilli and shallots.Map ↗

Things to do

  1. Canada HillSee the Grand Old Lady, Miri's first oil well, visit the Petroleum Museum and stay for sunset over the city.Map ↗
  2. Miri–Sibuti Coral Reefs National ParkPatch reefs off the coast for diving and snorkelling. Local dive shops run trips.Map ↗
  3. Tusan BeachSandstone cliffs south of the city, known for 'blue tears' glowing plankton on some nights.Map ↗
  4. San Ching Tian TempleA large Taoist temple with carved dragons and calm courtyards.Map ↗
  5. Lambir Hills National ParkRainforest trails and waterfall pools, about half an hour's drive from town.Map ↗

Good to know

  • Crossing into Brunei needs your passport. If you drive, sort out Brunei car insurance first.
  • Blue tears are unpredictable. Your best chance is a dark, moonless night.
  • Flights to Mulu are on small planes and fill up in the holidays, so book early.

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