Fairy Caves
Fairy Caves
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RJCF1
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia81 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
A stunning cave that is worth the time and effort to get there. Be advised to wear good footwear, it is possible to rent shoes there if your shoes are not adequate.
BE ADVISED, this is a physical demanding trip, if you have any mobility difficulties or have trouble with steps/ladders I would recommend windy caves instead.
BE ADVISED, this is a physical demanding trip, if you have any mobility difficulties or have trouble with steps/ladders I would recommend windy caves instead.
Written 15 May 2023
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Clare
Auckland, New Zealand6 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
The Fairy caves are very doable but you must wear closed, good grip shoes. There are 4 levels of stairs to climb to the entrance, then more stairs inside. Some of the metal ladders are in the dark so bring a good torch or headlamp. There are bats and swiftlets nesting, and some amazing rock sculptures. Beautiful.
Written 28 March 2023
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Gordon B
Vancouver, Canada122 contributions
Oct 2022
Very pretty and peaceful place after a short hike. A couple of things are to park behind the old shed like building at the turnoff concrete lane across from the old church and walk in from there. At the bottom of the steps/trail as you face the pond the carvings in the rock face are to your left. The path is just above the path at the pond level. The Fairy Cave is from the same level but to the right. Both are a little tricky to find and are not main looking paths. Do look around as they are nice to find. We continued up the trail past the pond and went up the stepped trail to the top of the hill. Some beautiful views. This was a really nice little excursion.
Written 8 October 2022
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stanthenomad
20 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
Visited late July, great drive on bike getting to Fairy Caves - but no visit because of temporary closure until further notice. Pity.
Written 29 July 2019
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34 contributions
Jun 2019 • Solo
These Caves have a lot of Natural History million years it is beyond description by a ordinary character I have seen caves here in the Deep South East Land of Auz and these are A Class Of their Own
the fascinations will never cease to amaze those who love and value the formations of Earth and its Caves a Natural Wonder that we still don't understand and most men cannot build such a natural wonder that keeps me spellbound
the fascinations will never cease to amaze those who love and value the formations of Earth and its Caves a Natural Wonder that we still don't understand and most men cannot build such a natural wonder that keeps me spellbound
Written 20 July 2019
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stanian
Stafford, UK149 contributions
Oct 2018 • Family
We first visited the Fairy cave back in 2000 and since then the steps tower seems to be in some need of repair. it was however open whe we returned last October 2018 so up we went. A stedy climb up four or five stories brings you to the cave entrance where care is needed to thread your way through some more dark damp slippery steps which pass through quite a narrow crevice. Once in here the cave opens up to reveal a large collapsed cave and there are several more flights of steps in varying steepness to area's of intrest, there is an alter a view point and a few of what looks like boreholes formed when the cave was home to a flowing water. There are stalactites and stalagmites. One very large one on the way to the viewpoint. I have seen bats and Butterflies in the cave and I am sure several other creatures. The caves are currently closed for repairs to the steps, but being as they are so high safety must be a priority. Some have given poor reviews because the caves are closed, better to close than to claim a life.
Written 20 June 2019
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Kim Swee T
9 contributions
Jun 2019 • Friends
Amazing cave to explore and discover!! Easy to access cave with some climbing but becareful of the slippery surface.. many bats inside with a breathtaking view!
Written 9 June 2019
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tdaks
Gosford, Australia90 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
In these days there is a vertical set of stairs. As you are ascending you will see the remnants of the original means of access. It was like a goat track up a cliff. If you are into limestone caves then put this on your list. I felt a little sad when we had a good luck around the entry area at the base. There were some ruins of what were once B&B's I guess this area was too far off the beaten track to make the enterprise viable.
Written 29 April 2019
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reynold2016
Singapore, Singapore19 contributions
Mar 2019 • Family
Is it so difficult to keep tourists (who travel thousands of miles to your country) informed of the closure of the caves?
Hardly anyone we spoke to in Kuching knew that the Fairy Cave was still closed (after so many months). So we hired a car and drove all the way only to Bau, only to find it shut!
You really made a severe dent in confidence and belief in Sarawak tourism. WHAT is so hard to send an e-mail to all hotels to advise the front-line staff to keep visitors informed?? Isn't that what a Tourism agency is for??
Hardly anyone we spoke to in Kuching knew that the Fairy Cave was still closed (after so many months). So we hired a car and drove all the way only to Bau, only to find it shut!
You really made a severe dent in confidence and belief in Sarawak tourism. WHAT is so hard to send an e-mail to all hotels to advise the front-line staff to keep visitors informed?? Isn't that what a Tourism agency is for??
Written 25 March 2019
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Ripleygirl
Bournemouth, UK41 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
Arrived early Feb 2019.The concrete steps to access the cave are closed due to safety problems so there is no access and the caves are closed. We were told the steps (approx 4 or 5 stories tall) are to be replaced. No work has started yet, and no materials were on site, so I can imagine this taking many months. If you're planning a visit by public transport or hire car, suggest you check with a local tour operator before you set off.
Written 9 February 2019
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Mazza
Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan7 contributions
Hi!
Where can I catch the bus to Bau from Kuching?
Any time table?
ailatanami
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia10 contributions
Is it still going to open in July 2020? Hoping the date will be moved earlier.
yasmink2806
2 contributions
Is the cave still closed, end of August 2019?
Ya it is still close until now. It will open on July 2020.
Sami M
Lattakia, Syria121 contributions
Will the cave still be closed during May 2019?
jojobean91
London, UK145 contributions
yes its closed
Dapatkan teman teman memberitahukan saya bagaimana saya ke sana dari kuching, sarawak, dan berapa harga nya
Terimakasih
blackJaz
Brisbane, Australia173 contributions
Paradesa borneo
Eka M
Kudat, Malaysia20 contributions
my partner and i would like to go there. fairy caves. we stay at place2stay waterfront. we planning to rent a scooter ..any recommended? the cheap and good service because this was budget trip.. 😬thany you.. eka
AnaRocha2014
Cambridge, UK245 contributions
I rented my scooter at a local garage and was fine.
that's the address: NO.29, Jalan Tabuan, 93100 kuching.
phone: 082-24508
I negotiated the price for 2 days _ 80 ringgit ($18)
have a nice time :D
Eka M
Kudat, Malaysia20 contributions
hello we're going to kuching next week.. my partner and i planning to rent a scooter.. any recommend ? the cheap and good service .thank you.. 😊
Kumariseetha
23 contributions
My apologies, I have no recommendations on scooter rental but it's a great idea. You will have flexibility to move around and see other places. It will save you time. Enjoy your trip!
612jay
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia30 contributions
I would like to know which cave is more worth going, fairy cave or wind cave? Reason being time constraint. Therefore can only go for one cave.
Tushan F
Melbourne, Australia11 contributions
I found Fairy cave to be more beautiful. Neither is particularly difficult to walk through. Given that you have limited time it seems you are unable to visit the Gunang Mulu National Park which, is a 2 hour flight from Kuching into Borneo. There are some stunning caves (e.g. Deer Cave, largest terrestrial caves in the world). Google and see photos. If have the chance do not miss these. These part of Borneo is protected and they have maintained the rural character very well. The consequence is that most of the accommodation have limited amenities. If you want more comfort there is a 5 star Marriott Hotel though.
Maryam A
Brisbane, Australia126 contributions
Is it possible going to this attraction with 4 years old kid?
Is it hard for kids to climbing?
How long take time to visit there?
Hazelnutmynut
Kuching, Malaysia45 contributions
i think better dont go with 4 years old kid...some of the climbing path/ladder is quite steep and if you really must go with the kid, you must be very very very particularly careful on their safety. Better be safe than sorry. Cheers
lafalou
france41 contributions
bonjour, j'ai des problemes respiratoires, est ce que je pourrai monter les escaliers?? merci pour votre reponse
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