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The smallest but oldest of all Sarawak’s national parks, the rivers and jungles of Bako National Park are easily accessible by boat on a day trip from Kuching.
Views of the rocky outcrops of this wonderful coastal park are brought into sharp focus by sailing among the mangroves and landing to explore on foot.
Wildlife of Bako National Park
Covering 27 square kilometers, the park is home to a variety of wildlife, including bearded pigs, long-tailed macaques, over 150 species of birds and the rare proboscis monkey.
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Suggested itineraries featuring Bako National Park
Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Bako National Park, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Places near Bako National Park
- Santubong 11 miles away
- Kuching 15 miles away
- Tanjung Datu National Park 63 miles away
- Sibu 102 miles away
- Batang Ai 108 miles away
Photos of Bako National Park
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Viper in Bako National Park -
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This wonderful snake was found hanging in a bush at the ranger's station -
![Bearded Piglets at Bako National Park]()
Bearded Piglets at Bako National Park -
![Long-tailed macaque, Bako National Park, Malaysian Borneo]()
Long-tailed macaque, Bako National Park, Malaysian Borneo -
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Proboscis Monkey -
![View to Sea from Bako National Park, Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo]()
View to Sea from Bako National Park, Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo -
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Bako National Park -
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Boats leaving Bako National Park
Our expert guides to exploring Bako National Park
Written by our specialists from their own experiences of visiting Bako National Park, these guides will help you make the most of your time there. We share both our practical recommendations and the best ways to appreciate Bako National Park at its best.
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What to see in Borneo: our highlights guide ![Proboscis monkeys, Sandakan, Borneo]()
What to see in Borneo: our highlights guide
What to see in Borneo: our highlights guide
This guide features recommendations for things to do in Borneo. It focuses on the states of Sabah and Sarawak in Malaysian Borneo, which offer a lot of variety in a smaller radius than Indonesian Borneo.
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