Travel guide

Kuching

Borneo's charming Cat City

🗓️ Best time: March–September💰 Budget · ~$55/day📍 Malaysia

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About Kuching

The relaxed riverfront capital of Sarawak on Borneo — a gateway to orangutans and Bako's wildlife, longhouse cultures, a laid-back waterfront, and one of Malaysia's best food scenes.

⭐ Things to do in Kuching

Semenggoh orangutan centreBako National ParkKuching WaterfrontSarawak Cultural VillageFairy & Wind cavesBako proboscis monkeysAnnah Rais longhouseDamai beach

🍽️ What to eat in Kuching

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

Sarawak laksaKolo meeManok pansoh (bamboo chicken)Kek lapis layered cake

✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Walkable riverfront; taxis and boats to the parks.

💡 Local tip

Time a morning visit to Semenggoh for feeding, when semi-wild orangutans swing in.