Niah Caves
Niah Caves
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Elisha A
Singapore, Singapore33 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
You have to register at the main entrance of Niah Caves Park. There are some chalets for rental as well as a restaurant. If you are planning a day trip, there is also a shower in the ladies toilet and a prayer room. It is designed to have a very short boat ride across a river to the hike to the caves.
Niah caves consist of a few interconnecting caves. In order to see the cavemen drawings, you have to go all the way in. The hike path through out is on board walk so there is no worry about leeches. Some sections of the board walk inside the caves are very slippery even with hiking shoes. Wish they would use wire mesh on the wooden board as anti slip. Need individual torch lights as the path in the caves is not lighted to take care of the bats.
You can find torch lights at the half way mark of the trekking path where there is a Tamu where you can find some local Iban women selling their handicrafts, torch lights, snack and cold drinks.
It was nice hike.
Niah caves consist of a few interconnecting caves. In order to see the cavemen drawings, you have to go all the way in. The hike path through out is on board walk so there is no worry about leeches. Some sections of the board walk inside the caves are very slippery even with hiking shoes. Wish they would use wire mesh on the wooden board as anti slip. Need individual torch lights as the path in the caves is not lighted to take care of the bats.
You can find torch lights at the half way mark of the trekking path where there is a Tamu where you can find some local Iban women selling their handicrafts, torch lights, snack and cold drinks.
It was nice hike.
Written 10 August 2023
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Maps502378
1 contribution
Apr 2023
Wow..that was an amazing experience we shared with our teenage kids. So beautiful..exciting adventure..bring money for drinks near cave and torches..use be back by 5pm for ferry ride.
Written 15 April 2023
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Fred
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Jan 2023
I read in the internet before I went and it almost cause me to cancel my family trip to this place; because the internet keep on telling about how hard the trip and the long walking that you have to go through especially when you bring your kids. turns out it is only just one hour walk one way (maybe less if you are adult).
I will write in such a way that no one will be hesitate to go anymore. if you are able to go through all the window shopping at the mall, you will be able to make this trip.
If you bring infant with you, bring along baby stroller will ease your journey...but you must have a partner that carry the stroller up the stairs, bring a foldable stroller type.
Bring torch light if you would like to explore deeper in the cave even though enjoying the view from a distance is sufficient imo. Gloves is a must if you plan to go deeper into the cave as it get more slippery and you have to hold the rails that are full of birds/bats dropping. Sandal might work if you are careful but not if you plan to go deeper into the cave (sport shoes is better).
The scenery along the trails heading to the cave's entrance is so breathtaking so you might want to take your time and stop to take pictures which is why the total journey might take longer than 3 hours (back and forth). Spare total 4 hours for this journey.
I brought so many food and drinks in my bag pack which is unnecessary. You might survive the journey with just a small bottle of mineral water as there are some local sell drinks and tidbits at the cave entrance. It is pricy but I think it would be a good idea to support their business as they keep the place alive.
I will not write about the facility as so many people talk about it already...go read other review also.
I will write in such a way that no one will be hesitate to go anymore. if you are able to go through all the window shopping at the mall, you will be able to make this trip.
If you bring infant with you, bring along baby stroller will ease your journey...but you must have a partner that carry the stroller up the stairs, bring a foldable stroller type.
Bring torch light if you would like to explore deeper in the cave even though enjoying the view from a distance is sufficient imo. Gloves is a must if you plan to go deeper into the cave as it get more slippery and you have to hold the rails that are full of birds/bats dropping. Sandal might work if you are careful but not if you plan to go deeper into the cave (sport shoes is better).
The scenery along the trails heading to the cave's entrance is so breathtaking so you might want to take your time and stop to take pictures which is why the total journey might take longer than 3 hours (back and forth). Spare total 4 hours for this journey.
I brought so many food and drinks in my bag pack which is unnecessary. You might survive the journey with just a small bottle of mineral water as there are some local sell drinks and tidbits at the cave entrance. It is pricy but I think it would be a good idea to support their business as they keep the place alive.
I will not write about the facility as so many people talk about it already...go read other review also.
Written 10 February 2023
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myfloflo
Malaysia101 contributions
Sep 2022
It was an easy walk to the caves as it was not raining when I visited the caves. The walkway was clean. Take a slow walk to enjoy the scenery of the jungle. There are a few wooden huts along the way where one can take a short rest, after a long walk. As there there many visitors during my visit there, the walk was enjoyable as you see visitors walking to and back from the caves.
Written 26 October 2022
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Wes H
Dubai, United Arab Emirates83 contributions
Mar 2020
Have been going to Niah caves from time to time over the past 40 years. Dont be put off by the slight difficulty of getting to the Park HQ or by the lack of accommodation in the Park or Batu Niah. Can be comfortably done as a day trip from Miri- if own transport.
The Caves themselves are a pleasant (if sweaty) hour's walk on a wide plankway from the boat landing. Inside there is now a strong (but slippy) pathway to the furthest extent of the caves. The cave paintings have now mostly disappeared as have the wooden relics which were preserved until at least the mid 80s. Birds nests are still gathered by Iban who somehow clamber up rickty poles- how were these erected in the first place??
The Caves themselves are a pleasant (if sweaty) hour's walk on a wide plankway from the boat landing. Inside there is now a strong (but slippy) pathway to the furthest extent of the caves. The cave paintings have now mostly disappeared as have the wooden relics which were preserved until at least the mid 80s. Birds nests are still gathered by Iban who somehow clamber up rickty poles- how were these erected in the first place??
Written 2 February 2021
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Grace
1 contribution
Jul 2020
Disappointed with staff's service. Wrong reservation made for us.
We made booking 1 week early, but staff put us at the wrong slot.
So, we drove 2 hours from Bintulu for nothing.
We made booking 1 week early, but staff put us at the wrong slot.
So, we drove 2 hours from Bintulu for nothing.
Written 5 July 2020
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HTH
Kuching, Malaysia151 contributions
Mar 2020 • Friends
The famous caves in Sarawak, exists more than 40 thousands years already.
You can learn a lot about the great nature and had an wildlife observation as well. Last time even got some natives picked the bird's nest here.
You can learn a lot about the great nature and had an wildlife observation as well. Last time even got some natives picked the bird's nest here.
Written 10 March 2020
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Christine B
Fordingbridge, UK1,413 contributions
Feb 2020
I spent a day here on my own, hiking through the area & through the cave system.
It was fascinating.
There were very few tourists which was great.
The dark cave was a bit scary but I did have a decent flashlight with me.
There was a lot of climbing up & down steep stairways throughout the whole day which was exhausting.
Some of the signage wasn't too good. At the end of the visit, I was unsure of the way out & started to panic a bit. I didn't have the energy to try to retrace my steps & was very relieved when I picked up the trail to get out!
Some good photo opps.
I took some cotton gloves to wear as I'd read that the handrails were covered in bat/bird poo (as well as the floors etc). This was a 'good call'.
I didn't see any of the locals collecting any of the birds nests which was a shame.
Loved my visit.
Happy to recommend.
It was fascinating.
There were very few tourists which was great.
The dark cave was a bit scary but I did have a decent flashlight with me.
There was a lot of climbing up & down steep stairways throughout the whole day which was exhausting.
Some of the signage wasn't too good. At the end of the visit, I was unsure of the way out & started to panic a bit. I didn't have the energy to try to retrace my steps & was very relieved when I picked up the trail to get out!
Some good photo opps.
I took some cotton gloves to wear as I'd read that the handrails were covered in bat/bird poo (as well as the floors etc). This was a 'good call'.
I didn't see any of the locals collecting any of the birds nests which was a shame.
Loved my visit.
Happy to recommend.
Written 8 March 2020
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Shafaet A
Singapore, Singapore152 contributions
Feb 2020
I already knew some parts of the cave are dark but I didn't expect the dark part to be so long! It's a scary but fascinating experience. Seeing the workers collecting birds nest from so high above on pole of bamboo is really incredible. When we two went, there was no other visitors in sight, it was quite scary to climb stairs up and down in dark.
The experience is worth it but keep a few things in mind. The path until the first cave is really easy but it gets harder once you enter the dark cave. You can choose the go until the entrance of the dark cave, see the spot where they found the ancient man and come back. If you choose to go inside, I would suggest go with a group of at least 3 and take more than one torch light with you (one torch is sufficient but good luck you lose it inside the dark cave, better be safe and take spare ones). Some parts of the dark cave were quite slippery even though it was not raining that day. There is guide service available on the counter, it's expensive but I would've taken if i knew it's so dark. In the midway of the first 3 km, there is a toilet and a small shop selling drinks, after that there is nothing. Go well prepared.
The experience is worth it but keep a few things in mind. The path until the first cave is really easy but it gets harder once you enter the dark cave. You can choose the go until the entrance of the dark cave, see the spot where they found the ancient man and come back. If you choose to go inside, I would suggest go with a group of at least 3 and take more than one torch light with you (one torch is sufficient but good luck you lose it inside the dark cave, better be safe and take spare ones). Some parts of the dark cave were quite slippery even though it was not raining that day. There is guide service available on the counter, it's expensive but I would've taken if i knew it's so dark. In the midway of the first 3 km, there is a toilet and a small shop selling drinks, after that there is nothing. Go well prepared.
Written 7 March 2020
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ippastiina
9 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We had a great day. Beautiful scenery. Bit slippery, but easy path. Remember to take snack and enough water with you. Also good shoes and torchlight needed. We had also a great quide, Mr Pinoccio👍
Written 26 February 2020
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I am planning to visit Miri next month for 4 days. I am planning to go gua niah and lambir. and still figuring out where should I go for the 4-day trip. and it is easy to get a transport there
ALR0609
Kuantan, Malaysia483 contributions
Other suggestions on things to do:
1. Tusan cliff/beach
2. Drive to Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
3. Scuba diving in Miri
4. Some minor attractions in Miri -the grand old lady, petroleum museum
Hi, can I know grab car available from Emart Riam Miri to Persatuan Ghee San Riam Road Miri?
Stephen T
Singapore, Singapore111 contributions
Yes. Loads of Grab cars in Miri
B4739YRsaraha
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia90 contributions
How much if go by grab or uber from miri city?
christinechoy33
Melbourne, Australia2 contributions
I am not sure because I drove there. As the distance is about 110km I suppose the price should not be more than a RM100 one way.
B4739YRsaraha
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia90 contributions
How much if go by grab or uber from miri city?
M9000
Singapore, Singapore76 contributions
We hired a driver for the whole day (the car could accommodate 6 people) and for the whole day (Miri to Niah cave + Tusan beach and back to Miri) we were charged 280MYR. Do keep in mind that Niah cave is quite in a remote area not sure how easy or difficult is it to get a 2h ride back to Miri (unless you ask the driver to come back/wait for you for many hours)....But my guess would be around 70MYR/one way.
commodora
Philadelphia, PA153 contributions
How far is it from cruise ship area?
Norieyna N
3 contributions
it's take 2 hour and the half..
loopycool8
Brunei-Muara District, Brunei Darussalam
Is the niah caves open during the new year? 1/1/2017?
tay3111
Melaka State, Malaysia695 contributions
phone no +60 85-737 450
•are there tiket required during the visit?
•if any, how much perhead?
• everyday open?
• from what time until when?
Aleksandra S
Poland28 contributions
Hi, answering to your questions:
- the ticket for foreigners costs 20 RM per person
- open: as far as I know Monday - Friday : 8-17, You need to check with them about the weekend.
- you can find some information on the website of the sarawak forestry however I would be very careful in trusting all of them
Hope it will help
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