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Pro

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 Sight-seeing, Great Tasty Seafood, 


Con

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 A bit far from the city 


In a nutshell

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 The Santubong Mount is impressive. 

 

Explore Santubong

Things to Do  

Living Museum of Sarawak

Living Museum of Sarawak, Santubong

 alicekenny Says:  Opening hours is:0900 - 1715 dailyRM 60.00 for AdultRM 30.00 for Children (6 - 12 yrs)Free for Children aged under 6.(Effective 1st January, 2007)Ticket can be purchased at the Entrance of Sarawak Cultural Village.They are two Cultural Shows per day at:1130 - 1245 pm1600 -... 

Tribal Council

Tribal Council, Santubong

 hassan_abu Says:  40 minutes away from the city of Kuching, you will arrive at Santubong, home of the Sarawak Cultural Village. There are several resorts here at Santubong, including the Damai Puri Resor & Spa. 

SCV : Melanau House

SCV : Melanau House, Santubong

 BorneoGrrl Says:  The Melanau is another indigenous of Sarawak and their numbers are concentrated in the river mouth of the Rejang River & Mukah. Their traditional house is also called the "Lamin Dana" which is built high on stilts, over 30-40 feet from the ground. To get up to the main hall,... 

SCV : Orang Ulu Longhouse

SCV : Orang Ulu Longhouse, Santubong

 BorneoGrrl Says:  Orang Ulu literally means "up-river dwellers" and made up of several tribes, namely the Kayans, Kenyahs, Kelabit, Lun Bawang & other tribes. The model house in the Sarawak Cultural Village is common amongst the Orang Ulu except for the Penans. The long house is normally... 

SCV : Cultural Show

SCV : Cultural Show, Santubong

 BorneoGrrl Says:  The Sarawak Cultural Village holds two daily performances at 11.00am & 4.00pm that last for 45-min. You will be treated to the traditional dances of the main ethnic groups in Sarawak, namely the Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu and Malay. During the last performance, the dances will... 

The Legend of Mt Santubong

The Legend of Mt Santubong, Santubong

 BorneoGrrl Says:  If you see Mt Santubong from an angle, you'll find a profile that resembles a woman lying down. This has inspired a legend about two beautiful princesses, Santubong & Sejinjang who got into quarrel and started to fight. Princess Sejinjang then injured Princess Santubong who... 

Sarawak Cultural Village

Sarawak Cultural Village, Santubong

 BorneoGrrl Says:  Santubong is the home to the Sarawak Cultural Village which sits on 17 acres of land at the foot of the mountain. The village exhibits 7 models of homes representing 7 cultures, the Chinese, Malaysia & the indigenous groups of SarawakEntrance fees :RM60 / $17 for adultLess... 

The Mousoleum of Sultan Tengah

The Mousoleum of Sultan Tengah, Santubong

 alicekenny Says:  The Mausoleum of Sultan Tengah is located just before the junction to Santubong fishing village. Sultan Tengah was the son of the third Sultan of Brunei. He died in 1641 and was the first and only Sultan of Sarawak. 

The Santubong mount

The Santubong mount, Santubong

 DanielF Says:  The resorts at Damai Beach are built on the shadow of the impressive Santubong Mount. There are hiking trails that reach to the top from where the most audacious tourists can enjoy the stupendous vistas and the rest of pleasures of the rainforest. 

Restaurants  

Buntal seafood restaurants: Eat under the sky

Buntal seafood restaurants: Eat under the sky, Santubong

 BorneoGrrl Says:  Buntal lies halfway between Kuching and Santubong and is a popular spot for locals to have fresh seafood. The prices are less expensive than in the city and there are many choices to choose from. The restaurants are mainly wooden buildings on stilts with a fabulous view of... 

Beach Seafood Restaurant: Seafood meal under the clear nite sky

Beach Seafood Restaurant: Seafood meal under the clear nite sky, Santubong

 alicekenny Says:  Here is a restaurant where visitors get to choose to sit and enjoy dinner out in the open under the star lit sky or indoors shaded. Occasionally strong winds accompany your meal ! This is due to the restaurant fronting the open sea. Buttered Nestum Prawns. It is tempura... 

Palm Garden Seafood Restaurant: Seafood with Santubong River View

Palm Garden Seafood Restaurant: Seafood with Santubong River View, Santubong

 alicekenny Says:  This restaurant used to be a Jetty point for the traveller to Santubong in the 1980s. Now it is turned into a Restaurant. You can find a mini zoo with peacocks and birds here. Windy ambience with a view of the River. Oyster Omelette. 

Teo Seafood - Buntal: Fresh Buntal Seafood Santubong

Teo Seafood - Buntal: Fresh Buntal Seafood Santubong, Santubong

 alicekenny Says:  This eatery is located at Buntal Village just 15KM from Santubong Village. Fresh Seafood at very low prices. There are seasons for different types of seafood. When it is prawn season, then it is best to order prawns. Prawn Fritters. This dish consist of fresh prawns fried... 

Transportation  

Van SHUTTLE Service

Van SHUTTLE Service, Santubong

 alicekenny Says:  This is a service provided by Holiday Inn Hotel Kuching to Damai Beach Resort. Pick-up point at the Hotel.Rate: RM 10.00 (USD 3.00 - 4.00) per person for a one-way trip.Travelling Time: 20-30 Minutes 

Taxi Cabby

Taxi Cabby, Santubong

 alicekenny Says:  Kuching City to SantubongCost: RM 30.00-RM 40.00 (USD 8.00 - 10.00)Travelling Time: 30-40 minutesKuching International Airport to Santubong:Cost: RM 50.00 - RM 60.00 (USD 13.00 - 16.00)Travelling Time: 40-50 minutes 

Petra Jaya Transport from Kuching to Santubong

Petra Jaya Transport from Kuching to Santubong, Santubong

 alicekenny Says:  Pick-up point: Petra Jaya Transport Bus Station (Kuching City)- departs from the open air market near Electra House.Bus No.: 2BDaily Schedule: From Kuching City - 7.00 AM, 10.00 AM, 1.00 PM and 6.00 PMRate: RM 3.00 - RM 4.00 (USD 0.80 - 1.00) per personTravelling Time: 60-75... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Fresh Coconut Drink

Fresh Coconut Drink, Santubong

 alicekenny Says:  On your way to or from Santubong, after the Santubong bridge, you see and find little stalls and kiosk along the left and right of the road. This is where you can get to quench your thrist with coconut drink. Price to quench thirst RM 1.20 to RM 1.50 . These stalls also... 

Santubong Suites - Nature & Resort Lifestyle

Santubong Suites - Nature & Resort Lifestyle, Santubong

 alicekenny Says:  Santubong Suite is an exclusive apartment complex designed with the discerning in mind. Peace and quiet, fresh air, natural surroundings and technologically advanced facilities ensure that nothing is left to be desired at this location. This developement is located just 2 KM... 

Favorites  

Sunsets

Sunsets, Santubong

 DanielF Says:  The weather was often cloudy while we stayed in Sarawak, Damai Beach included. However, every evening sun rays and clouds played a perfect game to offer us glorious sunsets to enjoy from the beach or from the hotel terrasse. 

The Beach

The Beach, Santubong

 DanielF Says:  The main reason why you come to Damai is the beach. I did not think that the Water of the South China Sea was particularly clear, but it was warm and the place was not crowded at all, so our stay there was, all in all, a totally relaxing experience. 

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