Mulu National Park, located in Malaysian Borneo, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its striking limestone karst formations, vast cave systems, and exceptional biodiversity. Spanning over 52,000 hectares, this remote paradise is accessible only by plane and is home to one of the world’s largest cave systems, over 300 bird species, and countless reptiles, amphibians, and plant species.
Highlights:
- UNESCO World Heritage Site: Famous for its limestone karst formations, extensive cave systems, and unparalleled biodiversity.
- Show Caves: Explore Deer, Lang’s, Wind, and Clearwater Caves, all equipped with boardwalks, steps, and lighting for easy access.
- Diverse Wildlife and Flora: Home to over 300 bird species, numerous reptiles, amphibians, and thousands of plant species.
Experiences:
- 3-Day, 2-Night Tour: Includes visits to the four main show caves, the bat exodus at Deer Cave, a longboat cruise on the Melinau River, and a visit to the Penan handicraft market.
- Mulu Pinnacles Trek: A challenging 8km trek to Camp 5, followed by a steep ascent to witness the sharp limestone spires of the Mulu Pinnacles.
- Traditional Longboat Cruise: Cruise down the Melinau River in a traditional longboat, with a stop at the Penan handicraft market.
- Canopy Walk: A 480-meter walk through the treetops offering breathtaking views of the forest.
- Night Walk: Explore the park’s nocturnal wildlife with an experienced guide, discovering hidden creatures of the night.
- Cave Exploration: Guided tours of the show caves (Deer, Lang’s, Wind, and Clearwater) to marvel at magnificent stalactites, stalagmites, and subterranean rivers.
- Bat Exodus Viewing: Watch the spectacular bat exodus at Deer Cave during sunset, where thousands of fruit bats spiral into the sky.
Contact Tour East Malaysia for more information.
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