Lambir National Park: Hiking, Waterfalls, and Wildlife Adventures
Where is Lambir National Park Located?
Nestled in the heart of Sarawak, Malaysia, Lambir Hills National Park is a vast expanse of natural beauty and ecological diversity. Spanning 6,949 hectares of hilly terrain, this national park is a haven for travelling nature enthusiasts. Just a 30-minute drive from Miri, it is easily accessible for a day trip or an extended adventure, making it one of the must-visit places in Miri, Sarawak.
Activities To Do
Lambir Park Trails
Notes: the estimate time of arrival will depend on the weather conditions. Moreover, the time is based on a one way trip from HQ to the designated locations.
Waterfall Swimming
Hikers can cool themselves off at the numerous waterfalls Lambir has to offer by swimming amongst the tranquil surroundings and lush greenery.
Animal Sightseeing
Adventurers can expect to discover a number of wild animals such as pangolins, sun bears, bats, gibbons, and the White Rajah's birdwing butterfly in their natural habitat.
Recommendations For First Time Visitors
Latak Waterfall Hiking Trail
This waterfall is is the shortest and most popular trail to visit, which is ideal for day trippers coming from Miri. It's recommended to visit the area on the weekdays for those seeking solitude from the weekend crowd. Along your walk to this waterfall you will slowly meander through the lush greenery until you find yourself near two tiny picturesque waterfalls (see first image). As you walk along further you will discover the main source of the water cascading down a 25 meter hillside.
Amenities offerred at Latak Waterfall
The area offers amenities including changing rooms, toilets, and picnic spots for visitors to relax and unwind. While swimming and water activities are permitted, caution is advised, especially in the deeper sections, which may pose risks for non-swimmers and children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lambir National Parks Operating Hour?
8.00 am to 5.00 pm [Monday – Sunday including Public Holidays].
What is Lambir National Parks Contact Number?
Tel: (+6) 011-6572 9433 || 011-6573 0144
What are the Entrance Fees for Foreigners?
Adult/Senior Citizen: 20.00 Disabled person: 10.00 Children above 6 years old but less than 18 years old: 7.00 Children 6 years and below: Free
What are the Entrance Fees for Locals (Malaysian)?
Adult: 10.00 Senior Citizen/Disabled person: 5.00 Children above 6 years old but less than 18 years old: 3.00 Children 6 years and below: Free
References & Accreditation
- "Cold Waterfall" by Clayborneoguy is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- "Information stand, Lambir Hills" by Виктор Пинчук is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- "Trenggiling Sunda Sunda Pangolin Manis javanica" by Frendi Apen Irawan is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- This text is based on information from the Wikipedia article "Lambir Hills National Park," which is available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 4.0.
- "Müller's Bornean Gibbon" by Mike Prince is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic license.
- "Sun Bear" by Rushenb is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International license.
- Rajah Brooke's Birdwing (Trogonoptera brookiana) by Pavel Kirillov is under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic license.
Leave a Comment
Please log in to leave a comment.
All Comments
No comments yet.