MY · Sarawak · 3.42°N 113.23°E
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Golden beaches and jungle trails on a quiet stretch of Sarawak coast.
- Best time
- March to October for calmer seas, which is also roughly when turtles nest. Rough seas from around November to February can stop boat trips.
- How long
- 1 day, or 2 days, 1 night
- Getting there
- Fly from KL to Bintulu, about 2 hours. The park is about 30 km from town, around 30–40 minutes by car.
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Dear group chat,Golden beaches and jungle trails on a quiet stretch of Sarawak coast.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingSimilajauMY, Sarawak
Photo: Paul White · CC BY 2.0 Photo: Bernard DUPONT from FRANCE · CC BY-SA 2.0 Photo: Bernard DUPONT from FRANCE · CC BY-SA 2.0 Photo: Bernard DUPONT from FRANCE · CC BY-SA 2.0 Photo: Bernard DUPONT from FRANCE · CC BY-SA 2.0
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A coastal national park north of Bintulu, where forest meets a string of golden beaches and rocky headlands. Trails run along the coast to quiet bays, and turtles come ashore to nest on some of the beaches.
Things to do
- Coastal trailThe main trail follows the coast through forest to a series of beaches.Map ↗
- Turtle BeachTwo quiet coves a few hours' walk from HQ, where turtles nest in season.Map ↗
- Golden BeachThe furthest beach, nearly 10 km out. Walk one way and arrange a boat for the other.Map ↗
- ViewpointA shorter trail to a lookout over the coast.Map ↗
Good to know
- Don't swim in the rivers or near river mouths. Saltwater crocodiles live here.
- Check with Sarawak Forestry before you go. Bridges and trails sometimes close for repairs.
- Carry plenty of water. Parts of the trail are hot and exposed.
Last checked October 2026. Things change, so check opening times, fees and transport before you go.