Damai Beach & wildlife cruise

Bite-sized trip

Itinerary:
Damai Peninsula (Kuching)
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
Price:
from £ 335.- per person (excluding flights)

Over the next few days, you can relax and take it easy with a stay on the golden beaches of the Damai Peninsula - sometimes called Santubong - just north of Sarawak’s capital Kuching. You can swim in the sea, relax with a book by the pool and simply take it easy. During your stay, we've included a gentle wildlife spotting cruise along the Santubong River

Day 1 – Arrival at Damai Beach

Today we’ll arrange a transfer to take you the short distance from Kuching to Damai Beach: a laid-back stretch of golden sand backed by rainforest and the Santubong mountains. You’ll be staying in a comfortable, tranquil resort with sea views, that’s close to Damai Beach. Time to kick back and relax. Your afternoon is free to do as you please – relax by the pool, take a dip in the sea and watch the sunset. If you fancy a stroll then there is a little village nearby where you can pick up some local food.

Day 2 – Wildlife spotting cruise

Your morning is free for you to relax.

In the afternoon, you’ll be transferred to the river edge to board a boat and cruise down the Santubong River where Irrawaddy dolphins are often sighted. From there you’ll cruise the mangrove-lined rivers and estuaries looking for wildlife, including proboscis monkeys. Groups of these unusual looking monkeys are often seen along the river’s edge. As the light fades, you’ll look out for fireflies and crocodiles. In the night light, you’ll often be able to spot bright croc’s eyes looking back at you. You’ll also get to admire the sight of the fireflies lighting up the sky, before being transferred back to your hotel.