General

Bako National Park (MalayTaman Negara Bako) is a national park in Kuching DistrictKuching DivisionSarawakMalaysia. Established in 1957, it is the oldest national park in Sarawak. It covers an area of 27.27 square kilometres (10.53 sq mi) at the tip of the Muara Tebas peninsula at the mouth of the Bako and Kuching Rivers. It is approximately 40 kilometres (25 mi) by road from Kuching. Millions of years of erosion of the sandstone have created a coastline of steep cliffs, rocky headlands and stretches of white, sandy bays. Wave erosion at the base of the cliffs has carved many of the rocky headlands into fantastically shaped sea arches and seastacks with colored patterns formed by iron deposition. The most famous of them is shaped like a cobra’s head which can be spotted on a boat ride from the headquarters or one of the beaches. Some of these rock formations can be seen on entry to the Teluk Assam Beach, which fronts the park. The park can only be reached by a 20-minute boat ride from the village of Kampung Bako. It is often visited as a day-trip from Kuching, though accommodations (campground and forestry service bungalows) are available. Bako is one of the smallest national parks in Sarawak. However, it features multiple biomes (including rainforest), abundant wildlife, jungle streams and waterfalls, secluded beaches, and trekking trails. A network of 16 marked walking trails of different lengths allows visitors access. In addition, various beaches are accessible by boat from Kampung Bako or Teluk Assam, as well as a geologically interesting sea stack rock formation. The range of attractions and activities in a compact area have made Bako one of the most popular parks in Sarawak. The park hosted the final Pit Stop of The Amazing Race Asia 1.

Itinerary
Hotel & Price
Inclusion & Exclusion
Itinerary

DATE VALIDITY: 31 December 2023

  1. OF PAX: Minimum 2 pax

DAY 1 – BAKO NATIONAL PARK (L/D)

0800 hours - Pick up from the hotel in Kuching. Bako National Park is situated on a peninsula on the coast and the departure point for trips to the park is Bako village, 35 minutes’ drive from Kuching. From the village, proceed by boat for approximately 25 minutes to the park headquarters. En-route there is a chance to see crocodiles, sea eagles and other shore birds. Arrive at the park HQ and begin exploring the trails and searching for wildlife with your guide. Have lunch at the canteen and then continue to explore Bako. After dinner at the park restaurant, proceed on a night walk by torchlight. Overnight at the park accommodation.

DAY 2 – BAKO NATIONAL PARK (L/D)

Breakfast at the park. Full day exploration of the park in search of wildlife and trekking to Bukit Pandan to see the pitcher plants. Dinner and overnight

DAY 3 – BAKO NATIONAL PARK / KUCHING (B/L)

Following breakfast, hike one of the trails to spot rare migratory birds, reptiles, langurs and search for the rare and elusive proboscis monkey, a primate only found in Borneo. We have lunch at the park before returning to Kuching by mid-afternoon. Overnight at your hotel.

Hotel & Price

PRICE PER PERSON IN MYR:

NO. OF PAX

2 PAX

4 PAX

6 PAX

8 PAX

10 PAX

12 PAX

PRICE

1580

1430

1190

1070

950

915

Inclusion & Exclusion

Inclusion:

  • English speaking guide
  • All return transfer (land and river)
  • Accommodation at parks
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Park entrance fee
  • Travel insurance

Exclusion:

  • All airfare, flight arrangements and airport tax
  • Any entrance fees not mentioned above.
  • Any other services, meals and tour that are not mentioned above Video and camera fee.
  • Tipping for driver
  • Any additional expenses incurred due to any flight delay, cancellation and weather.
  •  
  • Weekend, Public Holiday and Peak surcharge, early check-in, and late check-out
  • arrangement
  • Surcharge for vehicle usage between 2300 hrs - 0700 hrs
  • Personal expenses like phone calls, laundry, room services, mini bars, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Local Tourism Tax and Government Fee – Payable directly to the hotel

NOTES

  • The above is Nett Rates under Seat in Coach Arrangement EXCEPT exclusive tours.

 

Recommended items to bring:

  • Good hiking Shoe (made in Malaysia rubber shoes is recommended)
  • Raincoat / Poncho
  • Hat
  • Insect repellent
  • Leech sock
  • Sunblock
  • Walking stick (if needed)
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping mat
  • Mosquito net
  • Water bottle
  • Toiletries
  • Towel
  • Swimmer
  • Headlights/flashlights
  • Personal first aid kit
  • Dry bag packed to carry your personal items.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

  1. Rates quoted strictly for minimum number of persons as per request above, if less or any reduce no of person the rate will be different.
  2. This is only a quotation. No reservation has been made until we receive your written acceptance of the quotation and deposit to secure the quotation rates.
  3. Price is subject to any surcharge including peak season surcharge / weekend / public holiday surcharge.
  4. Confirmation is subject to availability of both hotels / land transfer arrangements.
  5. Deposit of 50% is required upon booking confirmation and final payment to be paid in full one month before arrival.
  6. Change of travel date is allowed and must be made 2 weeks prior to check-in date and is subject to room availability.
  7. Cancellation procedure:
  8. Travel arrangements for any member of the party may be cancelled at any time by written notice by the person who made the booking.
  9. Please note the following:

If notice of cancellation is received by Star Travel more than 30 days prior to the guided holiday departure date, 20% will be retained along for Star Travel’s Cancellation Fee Waiver payment.

  1. If full payment is not received one month prior to arrival date, Star Travel has the right to cancel your reservation. Star Travel will not be responsible for lost reservations.
  2. If a person in a party cancel and there is a room change caused by this cancellation (such as Twin to Single), charges for the new room type will be the responsibility of the remaining party.

No of Days

Penalty

30 days and over

20%

29 – 15 days

30%

14 - 8 days

50%

7- 1 days

75%

Arrival day/ No Show

100%

 

Illness or Absence

Early return expenses are the guest’s responsibility. There is no refund for absence or early departure from a guided holiday.