走进 Satow Waterfall，我会先听水声：脚下的水泥小路离开甘榜波巴克的屋舍，转进树荫后，水流越来越近。这里不是把雨林包装成度假村，而是村民把一条溪流变成周末共享的休闲地方。 [image: 1788402964010-satow-1.gif] 来源：The Borneo Post Online Satow 最特别的是至少六层瀑布。第一、第二层从入口走水泥路和阶梯就能到，适合想游水、野餐、吹凉风的人，不必先安排长途徒步。我会把每一层当作自己的停留点，不只追着一个最高点赶路。 [image: 1788402964134-satow-2.gif] 来源：The Borneo Post Online 它也记录了 Singai 一带的另一种古晋周边旅行：Bau 的 Bidayuh 村落景观并不只存在于博物馆里，村道、遮荫亭和烧烤炉把天然溪流接进社区日常。第六层附近的特殊巨石结构，是我会专程留意的细节；它让这里不只是“有水的森林”，而是有自己地质表情的地方。大雨后六层水势更有声势，旱季水量少，水潭较安静，但层次感也会打折。 [image: 1788402964182-satow-3.gif] 来源：The Borneo Post Online 现实取舍也要先知道。这里有凉亭、烧烤炉和短程步道，但厕所与更衣室曾无法使用。出发时自备饮水、食物、防滑鞋和替换衣物，不把设施当成必然；青苔和湿石很滑，雨后水流变快，带孩子更要留在水潭附近并看紧。 [image: 1788402964270-satow-4.gif] 来源：The Borneo Post Online 从古晋出发，它适合排成 Bau／Singai 半日路线，再接 Adis Buan 或附近村落。想找多层小瀑布、树荫和本地野餐气氛的人会喜欢这里；如果你期待国家公园式完善步道、稳定开放的厕所或一个巨大落差，可能会失望。导航搜“Satow Waterfall, Kampung Bobak”，出发前确认当地情况。 Sarawak, Bau, Singai, Kampung Bobak ️ Google Maps：Satow Waterfall Kampung Bobak 如果是你，会走完六层，还是在第一层水潭慢慢吃一顿村边野餐？

The first thing I would listen for at Satow Waterfall is the water getting louder as the concrete path leaves Kampung Bobak and enters the shade. This is a village recreation place shaped around a living stream, not a polished resort pretending to be rainforest. [image: 1788402964010-satow-1.gif] Source: The Borneo Post Online Satow is known as a multi-tier waterfall with at least six levels. The first two are reached by a short paved walk and concrete stairs, which explains why families come for a quick swim or picnic rather than a full-day jungle expedition. A public Bombastic Borneo travel video follows the falls from tier one to tier six; I would treat each pool as its own stop instead of rushing to one viewpoint. [image: 1788402964134-satow-2.gif] Source: The Borneo Post Online The place also shows how the Singai area meets visitors. Kampung Bobak sits in the Bidayuh landscape around Bau, where village roads, shade shelters and barbecue places turn a natural feature into shared weekend space. The unusual megalithic feature at the sixth tier is the detail I would look for: it makes the upper section feel geologically older and more specific than a generic swimming hole. After rain, the six drops become louder and more connected; in a dry spell, the pools are calmer but less dramatic. [image: 1788402964182-satow-3.gif] Source: The Borneo Post Online There is a trade-off. Recent independent coverage records three gazebos, two barbecue pits and a short walkway, but also found the toilets and changing room unusable at that visit. Bring water, food, grippy footwear and a change of clothes, and do not assume facilities are operating. Rocks and algae can be slippery; children should stay close to the pools, especially after heavy rain. [image: 1788402964270-satow-4.gif] Source: The Borneo Post Online From Kuching, this works as a half-day Bau/Singai detour, paired with Adis Buan or another nearby village stop. I would choose Satow for multiple small cascades, shade and a local picnic rhythm without a long trek. Visitors expecting a managed national-park trail, guaranteed toilets or one dramatic plunge may be disappointed. Search for “Satow Waterfall, Kampung Bobak” and check local conditions before leaving. Kampung Bobak, Singai, Bau, Sarawak ️ Google Maps: Satow Waterfall Kampung Bobak Would you spend the morning moving through all six tiers, or stop at the first pool for a slower village picnic?

A completed booster-pump upgrade is easing long-running water-pressure problems in four villages in Bau’s Singai area. The RM3 million project doubled the Kampung Apar suction tank’s capacity from 50,000 to 100,000 gallons. Five new high-density polyethylene tanks were installed, and a new pipeline now carries water to the reservoir at Kampung Barieng, serving Kampung Apar, Kampung Segong, Kampung Barieng and Kampung Tabung. The pump has been commissioned and handed over to the Sarawak Rural Water Supply Department. The upgrade was aimed at homes on higher ground, where the old system struggled to maintain pressure as the villages expanded. Another RM8 million project to lay a 300mm HDPE pipeline in Jagoi is nearing completion. Additional booster pumps are planned for Kampung Bobak and Kampung Senibung, but no dates have been given for those installations. Residents have already seen an improvement during this year’s prolonged dry spell. The next test will be whether the pressure stays reliable through the dry season and the higher demand during festive periods. Location: Singai, Bau

Bau一名29岁男子周四深夜钓鱼时跌入Sungai Taman Limbang，送院后不治。 警方说，Nailson Phillip当时和几名朋友一起钓鱼，晚上约11时30分突然脸朝下跌进河里。朋友马上把他拉上岸，再和其他人一起送往Bau医院。 他在凌晨12时23分被医生宣告死亡。 警方初步检查没有发现可疑伤势或刑事因素。目前案件列为猝死案调查，死因有待验尸确定。 [image: 1787306951160-bau-river-2108.jpg] 事故原因和法律责任应交由警方、医护或救援单位调查。经过现场时应保持距离、遵从临时交通安排，不要转发令人不适的照片或未经证实的说法。

A fishing trip in Bau turned fatal after a 29-year-old man fell into Sungai Taman Limbang late Thursday night. Nailson Phillip was fishing with several friends when he suddenly fell face-first into the river at about 11.30pm. A friend pulled him out and they took him to Bau Hospital. He was pronounced dead at about 12.23am Friday. Police said initial checks found no suspicious injuries or signs of criminal elements. The case is being investigated as sudden death, with a post-mortem to determine the cause. The cause and legal classification should be left to the police, medical team or rescue authorities. Drivers and bystanders should keep clear of the scene, avoid sharing distressing images and pass genuine information directly to investigators. [image: 1787306951160-bau-river-2108.jpg]

Haze conditions have returned to Bau, with air quality readings reaching unhealthy levels near the Sarawak-West Kalimantan border. [image: 1786324232107-haze-bau-1.jpg] Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep urged residents to reduce outdoor activities, especially when the Air Pollution Index (API) climbs towards 150. He said this is an annual occurrence caused by cross-border burning from Indonesia. "Nothing much we can do because this is coming from the other side," he told reporters after a site visit to the Serikin ICQS project. Those with sensitive respiratory conditions are advised to take extra precautions. Location: Bau, Sarawak Details: API readings reaching unhealthy levels; annual transboundary haze from Indonesia Source: DayakDaily Stay safe, everyone

There is a different kind of quiet at Mount Singai. Not the empty kind, but the kind where your shoes hit wooden steps, the forest gets cooler, and everyone suddenly talks softer. [image: 1785722988215-singai_0.jpg] Source: DayakDaily / Nancy Nais file photo [image: 1785722988334-singai_1.jpg] Source: DayakDaily / CMPC [image: 1785722988526-singai_2.jpg] Source: Trip.com traveller photo [image: 1785722988722-singai_3.jpg] Source: Trip.com traveller photo [image: 1785722988793-singai_4.jpg] Source: Wikiloc trail photo I like Mount Singai because it is not just another “go up, take photo, come down” hill. The first part feels like a pilgrimage walk: wooden stairs, shaded forest, and the 14 Stations of the Cross leading up toward the Catholic Memorial and Pilgrimage Centre. DayakDaily describes the CMPC as sitting halfway up the green slope, and notes that this first section usually takes around 30 to 40 minutes. After that, the mood changes. The summit trail is more raw, with roots, ropes, and steeper sections. Wanderlog’s review summary puts it quite honestly: safe and straightforward, but still sweaty enough to feel earned. One recent reviewer said the church section is mostly wooden staircase, then the jungle trail begins around Station 13, with ropes helping on the steeper parts. Trip.com reviews also point out the same thing: Mount Singai is beautiful, but it is a proper stamina check. One visitor called it a church prayer mountain, then said the last stretch through the forest can take at least 70 minutes from the midway area. So yes, this one looks peaceful in photos, but your legs will know. What makes the climb special is the mix of nature and local story. DayakDaily’s biodiversity feature says Mount Singai has more than 1,178 recorded plant species and over 50 macrofungi species. That explains why the forest feels so alive even before you reach any viewpoint. Tatknows adds the practical local detail: it is less than an hour from Kuching, the church section has proper stairs, and the peak trail can take another 1 to 2 hours depending on pace. Useful info: Location: Jalan Singai area, around the Bau side of Greater Kuching Best time: early morning, especially if you want cooler weather and clearer views Cost: generally treated as free entry by visitor guides, but bring small cash just in case parking or local upkeep arrangements change Time needed: about 30-40 minutes to CMPC, then roughly 1-2 hours more if continuing to the summit Bring: water, proper shoes, mosquito repellent, small towel, and a dry shirt Note: after rain, the trail can get slippery, so do not force the summit if the weather turns bad My honest take: go for the church and forest even if you are not planning to summit. But if you do push to the top, start early, go slow, and do not leave rubbish behind. Kuching people, siapa pernah naik sampai puncak? Was it harder than expected or okay saja?

Police seized about RM92,000 worth of suspected untaxed cigarettes and alcohol during a Bau raid. [image: 1785470823330-bau_contraband_20260731.jpg] Source: Sarawak Tribune An 18-year-old shop worker was detained after police inspected a premises in Bau on July 30. Bau police chief Supt Mohd Haide A. Rahman said the raid was carried out at about 10.15am under Op Taring Alpha 1 and 2 by the General Operations Force Sarawak Brigade Intelligence Branch. Police said the worker could not show valid ownership or customs documents for the goods. The seizure involved 212 cartons of cigarettes and 99 cartons of assorted alcoholic beverages, all believed to be untaxed. Investigation Police said the suspect had worked at the premises for about two months with a monthly salary of RM1,700. The case is being investigated under Section 135(1)(d) of the Customs Act 1967. Police will also apply to remand the suspect under Section 116C of the same Act. Location: Bau Details: 212 cartons of cigarettes and 99 cartons of alcoholic drinks seized Source: Sarawak Tribune What do you think?

That short Bau drive where you suddenly feel Kuching traffic is far behind you? Bung Bratak gives exactly that kind of reset. [image: 1784859011710-bungbratak_02_hilltop.jpg] Source: Wilson Chin Blog [image: 1784859011845-bungbratak_03_baruk.jpg] Source: Wilson Chin Blog [image: 1784859011923-bungbratak_04_view.jpg] Source: Travel Guide Kuching [image: 1784859011982-bungbratak_05_dayakdaily.jpg] Source: DayakDaily Bung Bratak is not the kind of place where you go expecting malls, cafes and air-con comfort. It is more like: park the car, climb a bit, sweat a little, then reach a quiet hilltop with longhouse-style buildings, forest around you, and a view that makes the effort feel fair. From the official Bung Bratak Heritage Centre page, the place is at Kampung Tembawang Sauh, Bau, and is managed by the Bung Bratak Heritage Association. Their own write-up mentions two longhouses, a lodge, conference hall, mini museums, offices, a traditional dining hall and kitchen, plus nature and hill scenery. KuchingBorneo adds the useful background: the centre sits around 1,000 feet above sea level and represents what was once a large hill settlement with seven longhouses. It also notes that visitors can either hike up or drive up, with the walk usually around 15 to 30 minutes. The more practical comments are where this place gets interesting. Wanderlog's Google review summary gives it 4.5/5 from 95 reviews. One reviewer called it a good beginner hike and said it took about 30 minutes, with a breathtaking view at the end. Another said the stairs make the trail beginner-friendly, but the view is the reward. There is also a fair warning from someone who went during Bung Bratak Day: crowds and traffic can get heavy when there is an event. Wilson Chin's hike write-up is useful if you are going for the walking part: he mentioned fallen leaves, mosquitoes on the trail, the RM10 entry experience during his visit, Mount Singai visible from the centre, and a separate waterfall path with a bamboo bridge. Travel Guide Kuching also points out the weekend feel nicely: bamboo shrubs along the way, views toward Mt Singai and Matang, a small museum, a big covered activity area, and traditional food that may only be available on weekends or by advance arrangement. My honest take: this one is best for people who want a light outdoor morning, not a full hardcore hike. Go early, bring water, wear shoes with grip, and do not assume the entrance fee or food availability is still the same as older blog posts. The safest move is to check their Facebook page or call before driving out. Useful info: Place: Bung Bratak Heritage Centre, Kampung Tembawang Sauh, Q115, 94000 Bau Drive: around 45 to 60 minutes from Kuching, depending on your starting point and road conditions Walk up: commonly reported around 15 to 30 minutes Opening hours listed on Wanderlog: around 8am to 4pm on weekdays, 7.30am to 4pm on weekends Contact listed online: +60 19-858 1515 Best time: morning, especially if you want cooler weather and clearer views Bring: water, mosquito repellent, comfortable shoes, small cash Would you go here for the view, the heritage side, or just to escape the city for half a day?

A 52-year-old Bidayuh man from Bau has been identified with one of the world's rarest blood types. [image: 1784682372695-bau-bombay-blood.jpg] Source: The Borneo Post / Facebook, Blood Bank Hospital Umum Sarawak The Sarawak General Hospital Blood Bank said Mak Nyortes from Kampung Bogag, Bau, has the rare Bombay blood group, also known as the hh phenotype. He only found out in November 2025 after blood tests and further checks at the hospital. Why this blood type is different People with the Bombay blood group may look like type O in routine screening, but they cannot receive blood from A, B, AB or O donors. They can only receive blood from another person with the same Bombay blood group. That is why proper screening and donor registration matter so much. The SGH Blood Bank said about 20 people in Malaysia have been identified with this blood group. Worldwide, around four million people are believed to have it. Mak hopes his story will encourage more people to understand blood donation, go for proper screening, and help when there is a need. Location: Kampung Bogag, Bau Details: Rare Bombay blood group identified by SGH Blood Bank Hot Score: 24/30 Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/07/22/bidayuh-man-in-bau-identified-with-rare-bombay-blood-type/ What do you think?

Wind Cave is the stop I would choose when a Bau day needs a cooler, darker counterpoint to Fairy Cave. The road from Kuching takes roughly 30–45 minutes, and the car park brings you close to the entrance; the real preparation is remembering that the cave is unlit. [image: 1783305770226-windcave-entrance.jpg] Source: Malaysia Traveller The “wind” is not a marketing name: air moves through the limestone passages, and a stream eventually runs towards Sungai Sarawak Kanan. The reserve protects more than scenery. Its limestone hill shelters rare palms, 14 recorded bat species, swiftlets and snails found only in this local cave habitat. The details to notice are the cool airflow, water-shaped scallops, stalactites and the sound above the plankwalk. [image: 1783305770305-windcave-plankwalk.jpg] Source: Sarawak Forestry Corporation A roughly 1,000-metre plankwalk makes the main passage approachable, but it is not a bright show cave. Visitor tips and public social posts repeatedly point to the same trade-off: bring a proper torch or headlamp, wear closed shoes with grip, and expect a short, damp walk rather than a polished theme-park attraction. Stay on the path and keep away from bats and swiftlet nests. [image: 1783305770371-windcave-cavelight.jpg] Source: Sarawak Forestry I would pair Wind Cave with Fairy Cave only after checking both sites’ same-day status, then finish at the river edge if conditions and access allow. Allow about 60–90 minutes for the cave, longer if you stop at the picnic area; swimming, stalls and changing facilities can be weather- or maintenance-dependent. Foreign and Malaysian fees, guide arrangements and last entry can change, so verify with the operator before driving out. [image: 1783305770538-windcave-fairyarea.jpg] Source: Amansar Travel This suits visitors who want geology, bats and a genuinely dark nature reserve. Anyone uncomfortable with enclosed passages, slippery surfaces or a torch-dependent route may prefer the open-air Bau sights. Do not treat the old RM1 figure or an online rating as a guarantee of today’s access—check current notices, arrive well before the last entry, and let the cave remain a living habitat rather than a photo set. Wind Cave Nature Reserve, Bau, Sarawak Open in Google Maps

The first time someone offers to take you up Mount Santubong, listen carefully to how they describe it. If they say it was "tough but worth it" they made the summit. If they smile a rueful smile and change the subject, they probably didn't get past checkpoint F7. At 810 metres, Santubong is Kuching's highest peak and the dark green silhouette visible from almost the entire coastline. The trailhead sits at the Santubong National Park office on the Damai Peninsula, about 35 minutes by car from central Kuching. The park opens at 7 am and enforces a noon cut-off — you need to be past checkpoint F7 by noon or they will turn you back. The climbing window is real. [image: 1782094249824-1_santubong_bridge-resized.jpg] Mt. Santubong seen from Santubong Bridge The summit trail runs roughly 4 km one way and takes an average fit person 3.5 to 4 hours up and 2.5 to 3 hours down. That sounds manageable until you reach the section between checkpoint F7 and the summit (F15) — 1.3 km of near-vertical terrain where you haul yourself up aluminium ladders, grip knotted ropes and use tree roots as footholds. There are 21 ladders total. Most hikers say that final kilometre is where the mountain earns its reputation. A lower loop trail of 2.5 km offers an alternative for anyone who wants the rainforest atmosphere without the lung-busting ascent. It's flat, shaded and takes about an hour at a relaxed pace. Good for families or first-time visitors who just want to say they stood at the foot of Santubong. [image: 1782094250331-2_summit_view-resized.jpg] View from the summit — South China Sea and the Kuching coastline The rock itself is part of a sandstone and shale formation that rises directly from the coast. Geologists describe Santubong as part of the same Cretaceous-to-Eocene sedimentary sequence that underlies much of western Sarawak. But locals have a better explanation. The legend goes that two princesses — Puteri Santubong and Puteri Sejinjang — were sent from heaven to help the villagers. Santubong was a master weaver, Sejinjang a rice-pounding expert. They lived peacefully until a quarrel ended with Sejinjang hurling a rice pestle at her sister. Santubong was struck and turned to stone, becoming the mountain. The broken notch on one side is where the pestle hit. Her head split apart and the fragments became the islands that fringe the coast. [image: 1782094250973-5_ropes_ladders-resized.jpg] Ropes and ladders on the final push The practical side matters a lot here. Bring at least 1.5 litres of water per person and proper hiking shoes with aggressive grip — the trail gets slippery in minutes after a rain, and afternoon downpours are common. Most rescues happen on the descent when tired legs meet steep mud. Do not hike alone; a partner makes the dangerous sections safer and the summit photo better. A small park entry fee applies (bring cash) and there is a registration desk at the trailhead. Who should go: anyone with reasonable fitness who wants a genuine rainforest summit experience within easy reach of Kuching. Who should reconsider: anyone with weak knees, fear of heights on ladders, or less than four hours of daylight ahead. The summit opens onto the South China Sea and the entire Kuching coastline — that view is the reward, and it doesn't disappoint. [image: 1782094252040-3_wetlands-resized.jpg] Wetlands and coastline visible from the summit You do not need to be a mountaineer. You do need to respect the mountain's timeline, bring the right shoes and start early. Plenty of people turn back at F7 and still count it as a good morning. That is the honest measure of Santubong — it gives you a clear choice, and both options are valid.

有人讲去 Siniawan 只是为了吃东西，坦白讲我以前也这样想。 直到有一次我傍晚 5 点多到，亲眼看着整条老街从安静变成灯火通明——那个过程，才是真正的 magic。 新尧湾（Siniawan）这条老街可不是普通的 pasar malam。1840 年就已经存在的小镇，当年还是 James Brooke 白拉惹时代的重要据点。整条街只有 24 间木板老店屋，一到周末傍晚，红灯笼亮起来的时候，整个氛围直接穿越回百年前。我朋友第一次去的时候讲："感觉像走进电影场景。" 好了，讲重点——来这里吃什么？ 必吃清单： 🥢 Lemang Periuk Kera（猪笼草饭） — 这是 Siniawan 的招牌！糯米塞在猪笼草里面蒸熟，香气独特，别的地方找不到。 🥢 Ngoh Hiang（五香肉卷） — Sarawak Tourism 官方的 top 5 推荐之一。先蒸后煎，外脆里嫩，配一罐冰啤酒简直人生巅峰。有个阿伯跟我讲他每个星期来就是为了这盘 Ngoh Hiang。 🥢 蚝煎（Oyster Omelette） — TripAdvisor 游客点名推荐的菜。这里的蚝煎炸到薄脆像 roti tisu，蚝又大又新鲜。 🥢 Sarawak Laksa — Anthony Bourdain 说是"breakfast of gods"，在 Siniawan 吃别有一番风味。椰浆汤底够浓，虾也新鲜。 🥢 Manok Pansoh（竹筒鸡） — Dayak 经典菜，鸡肉塞竹筒里慢煮，香茅和木薯叶的香味直接渗透进肉里。 🥢 Kolo Mee — Sarawak 人的灵魂食物，Siniawan 的版本一样不输市区。 真实评价整理： 从 Google 评论、TripAdvisor 到本地 FB 群组，综合来看游客喜欢的是氛围和特色食物，但也有一些吐槽——周末人多时停车位很难找，部分摊位价格比市区略高。一个 Wanderlog 用户的评论很中肯："有些偏贵、炸物太多，但整体氛围和一两条街的 vintage feel 还是很值得来。" 我个人觉得：如果你当它是"平价路边摊"可能会有点失望。但当作"周末 outing + 百年老街体验 + 吃特色美食"的话，这个 package 是蛮值的。 实用资讯： 营业时间：每逢星期五、六、日 傍晚 6pm 开始 地点：Siniawan Old Town, Bau（距古晋市区 21km，约 30 分钟车程） 入场：免费！吃多少花多少 交通： Grab 从 Kuching 市区约 RM30（建议安排回程，晚上那边 Grab 比较少） 自驾的话 Parking 位有限，建议 5:30pm 之前到 公共巴士 Bus No.2 从 Jalan Masjid 出发，单程 RM3.50（但不 recommend，时间不准） Tips： 最好 5:30-6pm 到，看夕阳 + 灯笼亮起来的过渡 带现金！大部分摊位不收卡/eWallet 穿舒服的鞋，整条街是石板路 可以顺便安排白天去 Bau 的仙洞或风洞，傍晚再来 Siniawan [image: 1781230300144-img1.jpg] 来源：TripAdvisor [image: 1781230300408-img2.jpg] 来源：New Straits Times [image: 1781230300710-img3-resized.jpg] 来源：Amansar Travel [image: 1781230301194-img4.jpg] 来源：Amansar Travel [image: 1781230301390-img5.jpg] 来源：Trip.com 你去过 Siniawan Night Market 吗？留言分享你最喜欢吃的摊位！或者有什么 hidden gem 要爆料？ #古晋 #Kuching #Siniawan #新尧湾 #Sarawak #周末好去处 #KuchingNightMarket #古晋夜市

Fairy Cave is the sort of place I would put on a Bau half-day, not squeeze between two city cafés. The approach is simple; the cave is not. A four-storey staircase lifts you into a Jurassic limestone chamber where daylight falls through openings onto moss, ribs of rock and damp formations. [image: 1781143757552-01.jpg] Source: Malaysia-Traveller The story begins before the photo: Fairy Cave, also called Gua Pari, belongs to the very old limestone landscape around Bau, a former gold-mining settlement. Its age explains why the cave feels less like a decorated attraction and more like a cut-open piece of geology. The name comes from the fairy-tale light and shapes, but the details worth noticing are real—stalactites, stalagmites, hanging roots and green growth where the cave meets the forest. [image: 1781143766889-02.jpg] Source: Malaysia-Traveller I would arrive early enough to leave room for both Fairy Cave and nearby Wind Cave. The main chamber is friendly to a curious first-time visitor, but the darker trails, wet surfaces and staircase are a different proposition. Bring shoes with grip and a torch; installed lighting does not make every shadowed section comfortable. Anyone expecting an easy, fully polished indoor walk may feel short-changed, while people who enjoy limestone, bats and a little uncertainty will probably want longer. [image: 1781143767356-03.jpg] Source: CPH Travel The practical trade-off is time. From central Kuching, allow roughly 45–60 minutes by car depending on traffic, then reserve about 60–90 minutes for the cave and entrance area. A car or pre-arranged ride is easier than relying on a return e-hailing car from Bau. Entry fees and the last admission time have changed in visitor accounts, so check the current operator notice before leaving; do not plan a late arrival around an old RM1 claim. Rain can make steps and trails slick, and a closure, maintenance job or guided-trail restriction can change the route. [image: 1781143767835-04-resized.jpg] Source: DayakDaily If I were choosing between a quick viewpoint and a proper cave outing, I would choose the latter and pair it with Wind Cave or Bau town. Fairy Cave earns the detour because its history is written into the rock and the climb, not because the entrance fee is cheap. Families with steady walkers and international visitors who want a distinct Sarawak landscape should enjoy it; toddlers, mobility-limited travellers and anyone who dislikes darkness should choose a gentler stop. [image: 1781143768473-05.jpg] Source: CPH Travel Keep the visit unhurried, protect the formations, and leave the cave with enough daylight for the road back. That is when the “fairy” atmosphere works best—part natural theatre, part reminder that Bau’s landscape is much older than Kuching’s sightseeing circuit.

如果我帮第一次来古晋的旅客排 Bau 半日路线，Fairy Cave 会和 Wind Cave 放在一起，而不是塞进两个市区咖啡馆之间。入口看似简单，真正的体验却从爬上四层楼高的楼梯才开始：石灰岩洞里有苔藓、岩壁纹理和从洞顶落下的光。 [image: 1781143757552-01.jpg] 来源：Malaysia-Traveller 仙洞也叫 Gua Pari，位于 Bau 一带、昔日淘金聚落附近的侏罗纪石灰岩地貌中。这个背景很重要，因为它不是布置好的“魔幻房间”，而是一块被打开的古老地层。仙洞之名来自童话般的光影和形状，但今天真正可见的是钟乳石、石笋、垂下的树根，以及洞口森林把绿色带进石灰岩的细节。 [image: 1781143766889-02.jpg] 来源：Malaysia-Traveller 我会尽量早到，留时间同时走 Wind Cave。主洞适合第一次接触洞穴的旅客，较暗的路线、湿滑地面和长楼梯则需要另一种体力预期。穿有抓地力的鞋，带手电；现场灯光并不代表每个阴暗角落都好走。期待平整室内步道的人可能会失望，喜欢石灰岩、蝙蝠和一点探险感的人，反而会舍不得只停一下。 [image: 1781143767356-03.jpg] 来源：CPH Travel 从古晋市中心出发，自驾约需45至60分钟，视交通而定；洞穴和入口一带预留60至90分钟比较从容。自驾或预先安排回程车辆，比到了 Bau 才临时叫车稳妥。票价和最后入场时间曾随时期改变，不能再把旧资料里的 RM1 当成现况；出发前先看运营方最新通知。下雨后阶梯和路线会更滑，维修、关闭或导览路线限制也可能改变当天安排。 [image: 1781143767835-04-resized.jpg] 来源：DayakDaily 如果只能在“快速看景”与“认真走一趟洞穴”之间选择，我会选后者，再接 Bau 小镇或 Wind Cave。仙洞值得绕路，不是因为便宜，而是因为它把地质年龄、淘金地区的背景和实际攀爬连在一起。步行稳定的家庭、想看砂拉越独特地貌的外国旅客会比较适合；幼童、行动不便者和怕黑的人，最好换一个轻松景点。 [image: 1781143768473-05.jpg] 来源：CPH Travel 别赶着拍完就走，也别触碰洞穴构造；预留日光给回程，仙洞最有意思的光线才会留下来。

Bau Gawai Parade nearly triples in size — 2,000 participants, 91 contingents march through town in vibrant cultural showcase The biennial Bau Gawai Parade drew close to 2,000 participants from 91 contingents on May 23, nearly three times its 2024 turnout of 800. Chinese and Malay groups marched alongside the Bidayuh community along a 2.8km route under sunny weather. Location: Bau, Kuching Division, Sarawak Key highlights: 2,000 participants — up from 800 in 2024 91 contingents including Chinese, Malay & Bidayuh groups 2.8km procession from Bidayuh Cultural Centre completed in under 2 hours New RM9 million Bidayuh Cultural Centre now completed — official opening June 22 by Sarawak Premier Centre features 1,000-capacity hall, galleries, meeting rooms, and traditional Baruk Deputy Minister of Transport (Riverine and Marine) and Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the parade marked the completion of the Bidayuh Cultural Centre, which he described as a "living space for cultural activities." The Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) has expressed satisfaction with the centre's quality. Source: https://dayakdaily.com/bau-gawai-parade-nearly-triples-in-size-2000-participants-91-contingents-march-2-8km-under-sunny-weather-in-traditional-attire/ Are you heading to Bau for Gawai celebrations this year? Share your plans below!