Description : | Area: | 3,140 ha |
| Locality: | Forty-Five miles Southwest of Miri in Northern Sarawak |
| Year gazetted: | 1975 |
40,000 years ago, the Niah Great Cave sheltered human life. Here lies the oldest human remains in Southeast Asia, along with many other relics of prehistoric man. Today the cave is home only to bats, swiftlets and other specially adapted forms of life. However, a few but locals still venture into the dark interior or collect guano (bird and bat droppings used as fertilizer) and bird’s nest.
The famous Painted Cave is another highlight of a visit to Niah. Here, little human-like figures drawn in red hematite watch over a grave site where the bodies of the dead were each laid in its own boat-shaped coffin. The Great Cave and Painted Cave have been declared as National Historical Monuments.
Day Trip ( 7 Hours )
Meet at hotel lobby and depart for Niah National Park ( Two and a half hour ride ). Upon arrival Park headquarters, register and have a brief study of the park information at the information center. Then, take a short boat to cross the river to visit Niah Museum. After visit museum proceed on plank walk for 3 Km to the caves main entrance.
The walk to the cave take about 45 minutes. The Niah Cave is famous for its edible birds nest found high-up in the cave about 300 ft from the ground. In the Painted Cave you are about to see the prehistoric wall drawing as well as the preserved remains of the STONE AGE PEOPLE 40,000 year old. Return journey on the same plank walk to Niah National Park for lunch. After lunch, transfer to Miri airport or hotel. ( L )
Requirement for the trip
Torchlight, insect repellent, raincoat, swim wear, own drinking bottle and first aid kit.
Tour Excludes:
- Guide Tips.
- Travel Insurance.
Tour Includes :
- Meals as stated in the package.
- Entrance fees, Guide fees and boat transfers.
- Chinese / English / Malay specking guide.
- All transfers and tours as stated in the package.
Tour Fare :
| All Market Rate | Upon Request |
- All rate quoted are in Malaysia ringgit.
- Children under 12 years old ( with bed ) will be charged 80% of the adult rate.
Note : Every person participates in any tour or holiday organized by the company shall be regarded in every respect as carrying his / her own risk with respect to loss or injury to person or property. The company does not accept responsibility for losses or expenses due to delay, sickness, weather, strikes, war, quarantine or other travelers.
