Kubah National Park

Kubah National Park is a short and pleasant day excursion from Kuching. This little park (2,230 ha.) on a small sandstone plateau features crystal clear streams and miniature waterfalls and bathing pools. Kubah is largely covered by mixed dipterocarp forest, including one of the most diverse palms and orchid collections in Borneo. The diverse wildlife includes the bearded pig, mouse deer, black hornbill, and other amphibian and reptile species. However, because Kubah's wildlife prefers to stay deep in the forest, it is not a park for "animal encounters" (Bako is unbeatable in that respect).

This park is home to a diverse array of palm trees and wild orchid species. The rainforest offers six paths to wander through that include waterfalls, streams, and bathing springs, as well as the way to Gunung Serapi. Discover numerous palm tree species on the Palmetum Trail and waterfalls on the Waterfall Trail. Walk via the Rayu Trail from the main office to learn about animals at Matang Wildlife Centre. Along the route, discover massive trees such as Bintagor trees, which are now being studied for AIDS research. The Belgian Trail leads you to many different florae, including Borneo's Belian trees, forest birds, and squirrels.

Location: Kubah National Park, 93050 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia