Welcome to dayakwanderer.com I go by that name due to the fact that the Dayak Ibans of Borneo have a rites of passage called the "bejalai" which translate into wander. This "bejalai" or wandering is a journey or expedition undertaken by the Iban men with the intent of acquiring material profit or social prestige. As... Continue Reading →
Mureh Twin Waterfalls Gun Tembawang Village Gun Tembawang is a remote Indonesian village in West Kalimantan bordering Malaysia's state of Sarawak. It has recently become popular with hikers from Sarawak as it is home to the Twin Waterfalls called Mureh. Getting to Mureh The easiest way to go to the twin waterfalls is via pre... Continue Reading →
Photo Credit to Kyle Loftus Introduction Sarawak is autonomous when it comes to immigration and visa policies. Therefore, unless you are taking photographs and video for purely personal “home” use, you would need to apply for a Professional Visit Pass (PVP) for Filming in Sarawak. Link to the necessary documents are as following SAMPLE DOCUMENTS... Continue Reading →
Arong Serait Waterfall is becoming a favourite weekend hiking and picnic spot for locals near Kuching. The hike to Arong Serait offers a good workout and a dip in the cool pool is such a wonderful reward. Arong Serait Waterfall is in the backyard of Kampung Selabat, Muara Tebas, Kuching. Kampung Selabat is about 17km from Kuching.
Here is to share with you, the bucket list that I have prepared. Probably it could also give you an idea of where to go in Sarawak for 2021.
Despite these travel challenges due to the Covid19 new norm, here are my top memorable trips for 2020.
A short review of the Blue Pool Trail in Santubong. Santubong is located in Damai, a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.
A day trip to Satang Island in Sarawak. An island excursion from Kuching.
A brief experience of Pasir Antu Trail in Tanjung Datu National Park.
A travel experience to Nanga Ukom Longhouse, Batang Ai. March 2020
The best Kueh Tiaw! That's probably one of the first comments if asked what is there to do in Marudi. I have heard this numerous times from friends over the years but I have not had the chance until recently in February 2020. So I went on an overnight trip to Marudi and here is... Continue Reading →
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