INTRODUCTION
Bako National Park on the island of Borneo, is in Sarawak, a state in East Malaysia, and is home to the bizarre, obscene-nosed proboscis monkey. It is well worth a visit if you are in the area.
DIRECTIONS TO BAKO NATIONAL PARK
A bus ride from Kuching to Bako Market takes about 45 minutes. From there, it's a 30-minute boat ride (RM 80 return for the whole boat) along the river estuary to the park headquarters. Tell your boatman what time you plan to return to Kuching, and he'll wait for you at the dock.
THINGS TO DO
See
A wide range of animal, bird and plant life including the Proboscis monkey which come to the mangrove swamp to feed early evening.
Do
Walks radiate from the centre offering a variety of severity in the heat and humidity and provide access to the habitats of the wide range of animal, bird and plant life in the park
CUISINE
Eat
There is a local cafeteria that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner for about MYR$5.00-7.00. There are no cooking facilities within the lodges.
Drink
The cafeteria has a variety of drinks including beer and soda.
ACCOMMODATION
At the National park headquarters where there are bungalows for hire as a couple of nights stay are recommended if you have the time.
ADVICE FOR TRAVELERS
Saltwater crocodiles (Crocodylus porosus) may be found near river mouths and in mangrove swamps.
JUST OUTSIDE BAKO NATIONAL PARK
Also try to visit the Sepilok Orang-utan sanctuary, and help preserve these amazing creatures by supportying the wonderful efforts being made there to re-introduce abandoned and orphaned Orang-utans back into their natural habit. Make sure to check opening times and bus connections prior to visiting.
